What is a flush ceiling light?

A flush ceiling light shines light downward and sits flush against the ceiling. Flush ceiling lights are good for areas with shorter ceilings and for keeping dust and debris away from the bulb and shade because there is no space between the ceiling and the light itself. Shop a range of antique and vintage flush ceiling lights on 1stDibs.

What are the lights called that are in the ceiling?

The lights that are in the ceiling are called recessed lights. There are two main categories of these lights: can and canless. A can recessed light sits inside a metal housing, allowing you to adjust its angle and control where the light aims. Canless recessed lights lack this housing, so they provide general ambient lighting. Shop a large collection of lighting on 1stDibs.

What is ceiling mounted light?

A ceiling mounted light can refer either to flush mount lights, which is mounted flush to the ceiling or recessed lighting, which is a bulb that’s installed into a hollow opening in the ceiling.

What is a flush mount ceiling light?

As its name implies, a flush mount ceiling light is mounted flush to the ceiling. They’re a good alternative to recessed lighting.

What are those circle ceiling lights called?

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What is the best lighting for low ceilings?

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What is the best lighting for a kitchen ceiling?

The best lighting for a kitchen ceiling is really a matter of preference. Some may opt for incandescent light, which provides a soft, warm yellowish light. Others may prefer halogen lights, which produce a crisp white light that is optimal for task lighting. Those who are concerned with energy use may prefer fluorescent lights, which have a long life.

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Staff Germany Lights

Peill Putzler Wave

Murano Glass Flush Mount Pair

Midcentury Round Glass Sconce

Honsel Leuchten

Midcentury Asian Lamp

Vintage French Wall Sconce

Venini Reticello

Two Pairs of French Round Disk Wall Sconces or Ceiling Lights 1970s

$3,200 / set

Two Pairs of French Round Disk Wall Sconces or Ceiling Lights 1970s

Located in Stamford, CT

Two Pairs of round disk French wall sconces or ceiling lights with a geometric patterned convex molded glass shade surrounded by a brass rim.

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Postmodern Round Murano Glass Ceiling Lights or Sconces, Italy

$1,375 / set

Pair of Postmodern Round Murano Glass Ceiling Lights or Sconces, Italy

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1970s. Made in Murano glass and metal. They are vintage, therefore they might show slight trace of use, but they can be considered as in excellent original condition ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Large set Staff Leuchten Round Opaline Ceiling or Wall Lights, Germany 1970s.

$750 / item

Large set Staff Leuchten Round Opaline Ceiling or Wall Lights, Germany 1970s.

By Staff Leuchten

Located in Almelo, NL

Large set Staff Leuchten Round Opaline Ceiling or Wall Lights, Germany 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Opaline Glass, Polyester

Stilnovo Bruno Gatta Ceiling Lamps Glass Flush Mounts Model 1152, Italy 1960

$2,890 / item

Stilnovo Bruno Gatta Ceiling Lamps Glass Flush Mounts Model 1152, Italy 1960

By Stilnovo, Bruno Gatta

Located in Vienna, AT

Dimensions re 14.57" x 4.72" Early vintage original lights for Stilnovo. Round shaped ceiling lights with opaline glass and lacquered yellow-green aluminum base.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

1 of 4 Mid Century Flushmount Smoked Glass by Limburg, Germany, 1970s

$859

1 of 4 Mid Century Flushmount Smoked Glass by Limburg, Germany, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Aachen, NRW

One of four round glass flush-mount ceiling lights by Limburg, Germany, 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

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Pair Round Industrial Ceiling Lights

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H 7 in Dm 11 in

Pair Round Industrial Ceiling Lights

Located in Great Barrington, MA

Pair Round Industrial Ceiling Lights

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Vintage 1950s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Artemide LEDBAR 24 Dimmable Round Wall or Ceiling Light by Na Design

Unavailable

H 23.63 in W 2.84 in D 4.49 in

Artemide LEDBAR 24 Dimmable Round Wall or Ceiling Light by Na Design

By Artemide, NA Design

Located in Hicksville, NY

Wall or ceiling mounted luminaire for indirect lighting with a square or rounded extruded aluminum, clear-coated finish. End caps powder-coated matte grey. Diffuser in extruded acry...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Artemide Ledbar 48 Dimmable Round Wall or Ceiling Ligh by Na Design

Unavailable

H 46.58 in W 2.84 in D 4.49 in

Artemide Ledbar 48 Dimmable Round Wall or Ceiling Ligh by Na Design

By Artemide, NA Design

Located in Hicksville, NY

Wall or ceiling mounted luminaire for indirect lighting with a square or rounded extruded aluminium, clear-coated finish. End caps powder-coated matte grey. Diffuser in extruded acr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Artemide Ledbar 36 Dimmable Round Wall or Ceiling Light by NA Design

Unavailable

H 35.08 in W 2.84 in D 4.49 in

Artemide Ledbar 36 Dimmable Round Wall or Ceiling Light by NA Design

By Artemide, NA Design

Located in Hicksville, NY

Wall or ceiling mounted Luminaire for indirect lighting with a square or rounded extruded aluminium, clear-coated finish. End caps powder-coated matte grey. Diffuser in extruded acry...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Italian Brass & Glass Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamps, Set of 3

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H 3.55 in Dm 13.78 in

Italian Brass & Glass Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamps, Set of 3

By Stilnovo

Located in Varese, Lombardia

This set of 3 round ceiling lights can be used as sconces as well.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Pair of Finnish Ceiling Lights Paavo Tynell for Taito

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H 11.75 in Dm 13.75 in

Pair of Finnish Ceiling Lights Paavo Tynell for Taito

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of round ceiling lights designed by Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) for Taito OY, Finland, Model 2262, circa 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Steel

Round White Opaline Glass Vintage Iron Scones Ceiling Lamps

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H 13.98 in W 13.98 in D 5.91 in

Round White Opaline Glass Vintage Iron Scones Ceiling Lamps

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Opaline Industrial scone / ceiling lamp. Black / Brown metal base with white opaline glass Weight: 3.50 kg / 7.7 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitab...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

Mid-Century Round Molded Bubble Glass Wall or Ceiling Light

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H 3.5 in Dm 6 in

Mid-Century Round Molded Bubble Glass Wall or Ceiling Light

Located in Troy, MI

European clear glass round light fixture can be used as a sconce or flush mount fixture, circa 1970s. Molded glass has a bubble texture to the surface. New wiring for US electrical s...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Round Gray Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Ceiling Flush Mounts (2x)

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H 5.91 in Dm 11.82 in

Round Gray Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Ceiling Flush Mounts (2x)

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Industrial wall and ceiling scone. Grey cast iron. Clear glass. Double bulb holder. Weight: 4.5 kg / 9.9 lb Priced individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by intern...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Pair of Murano Round Floral Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Lights

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H 6 in Dm 11 in

Pair of Murano Round Floral Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Lights

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Pair of Murano hand blown floral or flower flush mount ceiling lights. Mounted on white painted metal backplate frames, each takes 2 40-watt candelabra size bulbs, newly wired.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Pair of Postmodern Round Murano Glass Ceiling Lights or Sconces, Italy

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H 4.73 in Dm 14.57 in

Pair of Postmodern Round Murano Glass Ceiling Lights or Sconces, Italy

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1970s. Made in Murano glass and metal. They are vintage, therefore they might show slight trace of use, but they can be considered as in excellent original conditio...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Set of Two Large Wave Clear Flush Mount or Wall lights by Peill & Putzler

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H 6.3 in Dm 9.85 in

Set of Two Large Wave Clear Flush Mount or Wall lights by Peill & Putzler

By Koch & Lowy, Peill & Putzler

Located in Antwerp, BE

Large round wave glass ceiling lights, flush mount designed by Koch and Lowy for Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Chrome

Stockmann Orno Opal Glass Flush Mount Model "70-013", Finland ca 1950s

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H 13.39 in Dm 11.82 in

Stockmann Orno Opal Glass Flush Mount Model "70-013", Finland ca 1950s

By Stockmann-Orno

Located in Utrecht, NL

These especially rare flush mounts have been documented to have once graced the Helsinki Home Education College’s walls, along with several other Orno models. This pair of rounded op...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Opal

Mid-Century Italian Brass and Glass Round Wall or Ceiling Lamps, Set of Three

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H 3.55 in Dm 11.82 in

Mid-Century Italian Brass and Glass Round Wall or Ceiling Lamps, Set of Three

By Arteluce, Stilnovo

Located in Varese, Lombardia

This set of three round ceiling lights can be used as sconces as well.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass, Sheet Metal

One Round White and Red Hand-Blown Murano Glass Sconces or Ceiling Lights

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H 4 in Dm 12 in

One Round White and Red Hand-Blown Murano Glass Sconces or Ceiling Lights

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Vienna, AT

One Mid-Century lamp with beautiful handblown lampshades, made of white, and clear Murano glass with a nice red stripe around. To be used as a wall light or flush mount. Made in Ital...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Round Iron Rings Glass Flush Mount Ceiling / Wall Light, 1960s Germany

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H 3.55 in Dm 9.85 in

Round Iron Rings Glass Flush Mount Ceiling / Wall Light, 1960s Germany

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Limburg Round Rings Glass Flush Mount Ceiling / Wall Light, 1960s Dimensions Height: 3.54 in. (9 cm) Diameter: 9.84 in. (25 cm) The fixture need 1 x E27 standard bulb with 60W max....

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Venini Art Deco "Reticello" Murano Glass Italian Sconces, 1930s

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H 4.93 in Dm 9.06 in

Pair of Venini Art Deco "Reticello" Murano Glass Italian Sconces, 1930s

By Carlo Scarpa, Venini

Located in Roma, IT

A pair of elegant round ceiling lights with reticello glass by Venini, with brass mounts.

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Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Round Ice Crystal Ceiling Lights, Flush Mount by Honsel, 1970s, Germany

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H 4.34 in Dm 9.65 in

Set of 2 Round Ice Crystal Ceiling Lights, Flush Mount by Honsel, 1970s, Germany

By Honsel

Located in Andernach, DE

A beautiful set of 2 medium sized flush mount wall- or ceiling lamps by Honsel Leuchten, Germany. German classic of the 1960s to 70s. The light shades are from chunky, ice crystal s...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Limburg Glass Bubble Flush Ceiling Lights

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H 4 in Dm 12 in

Pair of Limburg Glass Bubble Flush Ceiling Lights

By Glashütte Limburg, Helena Tynell

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful pair of 1960s very light golden bubble glass round flush ceiling lights by Helena Tynell for Limburg glass.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Set of Two Large Wave Clear Flush Mount or Wall lights by Peill & Putzler

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H 6.3 in Dm 13.78 in

Set of Two Large Wave Clear Flush Mount or Wall lights by Peill & Putzler

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Antwerp, BE

Large round wave glass ceiling lights,flush mount designed by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Austrian Amber Spike Pattern Round Ceiling Lights

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H 4.5 in Dm 10 in

Pair of Austrian Amber Spike Pattern Round Ceiling Lights

Located in Stamford, CT

This gorgeous pair of Austrian flushmounts having honey toned glass in a progressive bubble-to-spike pattern will bring interest to your space. One standard base socket each. PRICE i...

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20th Century Austrian Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Pair of Round Circle Pattern Ceiling Lights

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H 4 in Dm 10 in

Pair of Round Circle Pattern Ceiling Lights

Located in Stamford, CT

Pristine pair of round flush mount ceiling lights in clear and frosted glass.

Category

20th Century Austrian Flush Mount

Materials

Glass

Pair of Round Austrian Amber Ceiling Lights

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D 4 in Dm 9.5 in

Pair of Round Austrian Amber Ceiling Lights

Located in Stamford, CT

This pair of Austrian amber flush mounts with an organic starburst pattern and slightly iridescent surface will cast warm light and blend beautifully with all decors. Please not...

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20th Century Austrian Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Pair of Large Round Bubble Ceiling Lights Flush Mount

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H 4 in Dm 15 in

Pair of Large Round Bubble Ceiling Lights Flush Mount

Located in Stamford, CT

Elegant Pair of Round Bubble Lights. Great addition to all decors. Each takes three medium base bulbs, up to 60W per bulb.

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20th Century Austrian Flush Mount

Materials

Glass

Pair of Round Sconces, Helena Tynell Limburg, Bubble Glass, 1960s Ceiling Lights

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H 4.34 in Dm 9.85 in

Pair of Round Sconces, Helena Tynell Limburg, Bubble Glass, 1960s Ceiling Lights

By Glashütte Limburg, Helena Tynell

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

Beautiful set of 2 bubble glass sconces by Helena Tynell for Glashutte Limburg, Germany 1960s - also to use as ceiling lamps. Very good condition, each one for an E14 bulb. A match...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Set of Two Round Bauhaus Opaline Milk Glass Flush Mount by RZB Leuchten, 1960s

$860 / set

H 4.13 in Dm 9.75 in

Set of Two Round Bauhaus Opaline Milk Glass Flush Mount by RZB Leuchten, 1960s

By RZB Leuchten

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Set of two white opaline or milk glass flushmount lights. Made in Germany by RZB Leuchten. Gorgeous glass flush mount with metal fixture. Each Fixture requires one European E27 / 110...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Vintage German Oval White Opaline Glass Flush Mount Sconces Wall Lamps

$240 / item

H 15.75 in W 12.01 in D 4.73 in

Vintage German Oval White Opaline Glass Flush Mount Sconces Wall Lamps

Located in Amsterdam, NL

German opaline industrial ceiling lamp Metal base with white opaline glass 1x E27 / E26 Weight: 1.80 kg / 4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

German Vintage Round Ceiling Lamp by Kaiser Idell, 1960s

$573Sale Price|20% Off

H 4.34 in Dm 12.21 in

German Vintage Round Ceiling Lamp by Kaiser Idell, 1960s

By Kaiser Leuchten, Kaiser Idell

Located in Oirlo, LI

A beautiful round vintage ceiling lamp with glass shade made of special ice glass. The glass is of high quality and has a special texture that spreads the light in a beautiful way. S...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Modern-Style Murano Glass Shell Wall Sconces

$2,636 / set

H 11.82 in W 10.24 in D 4.53 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern-Style Murano Glass Shell Wall Sconces

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Two Art Deco wall lamps shaped like a shell. Made of Murano Graniglia glass, mounted on a brass base. The wall lamps have two lights each and are equipped with an E14 socket for Euro...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Round Sconces by Barovier e Toso

$1,250Sale Price / set|50% Off

H 5.12 in Dm 9.85 in

Pair of Round Sconces by Barovier e Toso

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Italian wall lights with hand blown round multicolor Murano glass diffusers mounted on brass frames / Made in Italy by Barovier e Toso circa 1950s Original mark on the backpl...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Large flush mount lights, Italy circa 1960s

$4,900

H 5.5 in Dm 18 in

Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Large flush mount lights, Italy circa 1960s

By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena

Located in Long Island City, NY

Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena flush mount light. Designed and manufactured in Italy, 1970s Rare and impressive. Glass, chrome plated metal and patinated brass. Two medium base s...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Pair Of Murano Glass Sconces By Mazzega

$3,950 / set

H 12.25 in W 6.5 in D 3.63 in

Pair Of Murano Glass Sconces By Mazzega

By Carlo Nason, Mazzega

Located in Houston, TX

Pair Of Murano Glass Sconces By Mazzega. Offered is a stunning pair of Murano sconces designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega in the 1970's. These sconces have a central pearlized white...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Stilnovo Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1960s

$3,700

H 5.75 in Dm 11.75 in

Stilnovo Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1960s

By Stilnovo

Located in Long Island City, NY

Stilnovo flush mount ceiling light Made in Italy in 1960s. Textured glass, enameled metal, brass. Takes 3 medium base bulbs. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. FREE US rewiring ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Uplight Murano Graniglia Sconces

$2,100 / set

H 9.45 in W 14.57 in D 7.49 in

Pair of Uplight Murano Graniglia Sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Italian wall lights with clear Murano glass shades hand blown using graniglia technique / Made in Italy in the style of Barovier e Toso, circa 1970s Measures: width 14.5 inch...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-century Modern Ceiling Lamp by Stilux, 1950s, Italy

$1,546

H 6.3 in Dm 20.87 in

Mid-century Modern Ceiling Lamp by Stilux, 1950s, Italy

By Stilux

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-century Modern Italian Ceiling Lamp by Stilux, 1950s, Italy This lamp works with 6 x E27 light bulbs. Wired and Suitable to use 110-220V in all countries. Please do not hesitat...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Set of Two Mid Century Donut Ceiling Fixtures or Sconces by Staff Germany 1970s

$916 / set

H 4.53 in Dm 7.09 in

Set of Two Mid Century Donut Ceiling Fixtures or Sconces by Staff Germany 1970s

By Staff Leuchten

Located in München, BY

Set of two elegant mid century modern donut flush mounts / sconces. Designed & manufactured by Staff Leuchten, Germany, 1970s. Manufacturers label on the bulb holder. Executed in al...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Pair of German Vintage Round Geometric Glass Ceiling Wall Flush Mounts Sconces

$3,243 / set

H 4.34 in Dm 12.21 in

Pair of German Vintage Round Geometric Glass Ceiling Wall Flush Mounts Sconces

Located in Berlin, DE

Beautiful pair of sculptural hand blown amber glass flush mounts. Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: E27 (US E26).

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Blown Glass

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamps or Flush Mounts by Wila, 1950s, Germany

$3,149

H 3.55 in Dm 10.24 in

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamps or Flush Mounts by Wila, 1950s, Germany

By WILA

Located in München, BY

Set of two extremely rare and lovely Mid-Century Modern wall lamps or flush mounts. Manufactured probably by Wila, 1950s, Germany. The lamps are executed in brass and each needs 1 x...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Pair of Modern Murano Glass Shell Form Sconces

$3,200 / set

H 16 in W 13 in D 5 in

Pair of Modern Murano Glass Shell Form Sconces

Located in Dallas, TX

Elegant pair of modern Murano shell form sconces. The color is translucent with touches of gold. Gorgeous for a variety of decors!

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Stilux Style Ceiling or Wall Flush Mounts, Italy, 1960s

$1,700 / item

H 4 in Dm 10.5 in

Stilux Style Ceiling or Wall Flush Mounts, Italy, 1960s

By Stilux

Located in Long Island City, NY

Stilux style ceiling or wall lights Designed and made in Italy in 1960s Opaline glass, chrome plated metal Take one medium bulb each Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Price is ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Stilnovo Style Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, Vintage 1960s

$3,300 / item

H 4 in Dm 14.75 in

Stilnovo Style Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, Vintage 1960s

By Stilnovo

Located in Long Island City, NY

Stilnovo style flush mount ceiling light. Designed and made in Italy, 1960s Textured glass, brass, enameled aluminum. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Takes 3 candelabra E14 b...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Brass

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Incised Cream and Charcoal Ceramic Table Lamp by Georges Gehel, France, 1950s

$1,202

H 12.6 in Dm 4.14 in

Incised Cream and Charcoal Ceramic Table Lamp by Georges Gehel, France, 1950s

By Jacques Innocenti

Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR

A rare studio pottery table lamp crafted circa 1950s in France by Georges Gehel, a notable artist from the golden age of Vallauris. The piece features an elegant modernist silhouett...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables

$1,573 / set

H 22.05 in Dm 11.82 in

Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables

Located in London, GB

Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England inspired by an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gi...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Iron

LUdown Cylinder Flush Mount

$835 / item

H 6.25 in Dm 4 in

LUdown Cylinder Flush Mount

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Inglewood, CA

The LUdown cylinder flush mount fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires is part of our contemporary collection. Available In patinated unlacquerd brass or aged silver and steel with (1) E26 m...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Steel, Brass, Gold, Silver

Untitled Side Table Matte Blackened Brass Small Accent, End or Drink Stand

$4,650 / item

H 20 in W 8.5 in D 12 in

Untitled Side Table Matte Blackened Brass Small Accent, End or Drink Stand

By Adam Otlewski

Located in Ozone Park, NY

Solid machined matte blackened brass with recessed hex-head fasteners. "Matte Blackened Brass" is a heavily textured, roughened finish with tool markings and edge-wearing to invoke t...

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2010s American Bauhaus End Tables

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Brass

Charlotte Perriand 'Applique À Volet Pivotant Double' Wall Light in Aluminum

$730 / item

H 5.1 in W 13.3 in D 3.5 in

Charlotte Perriand 'Applique À Volet Pivotant Double' Wall Light in Aluminum

By Nemo Lighting 1, Cassina, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Charlotte Perriand 'Applique à Volet Pivotant Double' wall light in aluminum. Originally designed in the 1950s as the iconic CP1, these newly produced authorized re-editions are st...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...

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Aluminum, Metal

Gervasoni Sofa Upholstered Saia 10 by David Lopez Quincoces

$8,177 / item

H 26.78 in W 70.87 in D 36.23 in

Gervasoni Sofa Upholstered Saia 10 by David Lopez Quincoces

By Gervasoni, David Lopez Quincoces

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With balanced lines, the Saia upholstered collection is created from a classic ideal reinterpreted in a contemporary key. The name, meaning "skirt" in Portuguese, illustrates its dis...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

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Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp

$1,350 / item

H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in

Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp

Located in Sale, GB

- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...

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Mid-20th Century British Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool

$1,750 / item

H 33 in W 18.5 in D 19 in

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...

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Handcrafted Farmhouse Fluted Porcelain Pendant With Trumpet Shape

$2,500 / item

H 16 in Dm 13.5 in

Handcrafted Farmhouse Fluted Porcelain Pendant With Trumpet Shape

By DBO Home

Located in Sharon, CT

Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. On their own they make a statement with their gentle flared bottoms and deep fluting. Hang in multiples for extra oomph. These cas...

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Pair of Modern Solid Brass Sconces in the Style of Hans Agne Jakobsson, EL135

$2,406 / set

H 9.85 in W 5.91 in D 8.86 in

Pair of Modern Solid Brass Sconces in the Style of Hans Agne Jakobsson, EL135

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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 Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

ShiLU Sconce PB

$1,650 / item

H 10 in W 5.25 in D 12 in

ShiLU Sconce PB

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Inglewood, CA

Part of Lumfardo Luminaries contemporary collection, the ShiLU Sconce PB is a fully directional reading sconce crafted from patinated brass and steel hardware and fabric shade. Class...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

Materials

Brass, Steel

Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry

$79,658 / item

H 95 in W 54 in D 25 in

Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry

By Amuneal

Located in New York, NY

Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...

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2010s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue

$1,250 / item

H 16 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in

Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue

By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Smoked Glass Wall Sconces, Italy Contemporary

$2,800 / set

H 17.5 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in

Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Smoked Glass Wall Sconces, Italy Contemporary

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Art Deco style Murano smoked glass wall lights, contemporary Smoked / fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finial and brass accents Art Deco inspired de...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Mid century style Ceiling Suspended Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4

$5,379 / item

H 42.01 in W 25.99 in D 1.19 in

Mid century style Ceiling Suspended Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, London

Mid-century style Vintage N.4 ceiling suspended mirror with a high quality pure brass full frame with a bronze patina finish. This piece is part of our original and fully customisabl...

Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Pair of German Vintage Amber Glass Ceiling or Wall Lights Flushmounts, 1960s

$3,206 / set

H 4.73 in Dm 9.85 in

Pair of German Vintage Amber Glass Ceiling or Wall Lights Flushmounts, 1960s

Located in Berlin, DE

Wonderful pair of vintage hand made amber bubble glass flushmounts. Germany, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

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Round Ceiling Lights For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of round ceiling lights for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique round ceiling lights was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and acrylic. We have 10 antique and vintage round ceiling lights in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Round ceiling lights have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of round ceiling lights to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Industrial round ceiling lights are of considerable interest. If space is limited, there are small round ceiling lights measuring 2.84 inches across. Artemide, NA Design and Glashütte Limburg each produced beautiful round ceiling lights that are worth considering.

How Much are Round Ceiling Lights?

Round ceiling lights can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $695, while the lowest priced sells for $259 and the highest can go for as much as $3,800.

Finding the Right Flush Mount for You

Antique and vintage flush mount lighting fixtures can help you create inviting, ambient lighting in your space, and who doesn’t want that?

While electric light bulbs were a huge improvement over gas and oil lamps for lighting our homes, we still had much work to do in order to arrive at the broad range of table lamps, pendants, sconces and other fixtures that are available today.

Lighting technology and design improved substantially over time. Engaging engineers, scientists, architects and designers alike, the field of lighting became a major proving ground for state-of-the-art materials like plastics, inventive new mechanisms and emotionally resonant styles that included the ethereal (Isamu Noguchi’s Akari light sculpture), the whimsical (Gino Sarfatti’s 2109 ceiling light and Sputnik chandelier) and the eclectically postmodern (the Toio floor lamp crafted by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni). Eventually, flush mount light fixtures became a practical option for home lighting.

Flush 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.

Flush mount lighting is versatile. Larger fixtures distribute more ambient light across the center of the room, while smaller flush mount fixtures are best for accent or task lighting. The main drawback of flush mount fixtures is that they don’t make a strong statement. You can remedy this by strategically arranging decorative accents that flourish in soft lighting.

Lighting is an essential part of any interior design project. Often, having the right light fixture is key to creating an attractive, radiant room. Ample lighting paired with enticing design creates an elevated, inviting atmosphere, helping to set the desired mood. Selecting the right lighting for your home, however, isn’t merely about creating an especially bright bedroom or a moody dining room. There are many different kinds of fixtures and illumination to consider, with flush mount lighting fixtures among them.

Make a statement with a<a href=/furniture/lighting/flush-mount-ceiling-lights/material/metal/ target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> metal flush mount lighting fixture — a copper or chrome fixture can prove dazzling in your living room. Art Deco flush mount lighting fixtures, with their geometrical shapes and unique detailing in crystal, glass and brass, will go toward creating a cohesive look amid your collection of authentic Art Deco era posters and other wall decor.

Hollywood Regency fixtures — defined by a flamboyant design style for which we credit decorator Dorothy Draper — can introduce glamour and glitz to your living room with their mirrored finishes and complex floral motifs.

Explore a collection of antique and vintage flush mount lighting fixtures on 1stDibs to see what style best suits your space.

Questions About Round Ceiling Lights

What is a flush ceiling light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A flush ceiling light shines light downward and sits flush against the ceiling. Flush ceiling lights are good for areas with shorter ceilings and for keeping dust and debris away from the bulb and shade because there is no space between the ceiling and the light itself. Shop a range of antique and vintage flush ceiling lights on 1stDibs.
What are the lights called that are in the ceiling?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
The lights that are in the ceiling are called recessed lights. There are two main categories of these lights: can and canless. A can recessed light sits inside a metal housing, allowing you to adjust its angle and control where the light aims. Canless recessed lights lack this housing, so they provide general ambient lighting. Shop a large collection of lighting on 1stDibs.
What is ceiling mounted light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A ceiling mounted light can refer either to flush mount lights, which is mounted flush to the ceiling or recessed lighting, which is a bulb that’s installed into a hollow opening in the ceiling.
What is a flush mount ceiling light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
As its name implies, a flush mount ceiling light is mounted flush to the ceiling. They’re a good alternative to recessed lighting.
What are those circle ceiling lights called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Circle ceiling lights are called recessed light fixtures. In most spaces, they provide ambient light by focusing illumination down onto the room below. Shop a range of ceiling lights from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the best lighting for low ceilings?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best lighting depends on your space and style. It’s best to have multiple sources of light at different heights to ensure uniform illumination. With low ceilings, the ceilings should be painted white for a highly reflective surface. Flush mount lighting fixtures or a ceiling fan with a light is good for low ceilings. Shop a range of antique and vintage lighting fixtures on 1stDibs.
What is the best lighting for a kitchen ceiling?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The best lighting for a kitchen ceiling is really a matter of preference. Some may opt for incandescent light, which provides a soft, warm yellowish light. Others may prefer halogen lights, which produce a crisp white light that is optimal for task lighting. Those who are concerned with energy use may prefer fluorescent lights, which have a long life.