What is a spider lamp?

A spider lamp is a spherical suspension lamp that hangs from the ceiling. The most prevalent type of lampshade for both floor and table lamps is the spider lampshade. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage lamps.

What is the difference between a sconce and a wall lamp?

The difference between a sconce and a wall lamp is that a sconce is a type of wall lamp or wall lighting fixture. The term sconce is usually used to refer to a decorative lighting fixture whereas a wall lamp might refer to recessed lighting, spotlights or track lighting.Usually installed in pairs or groups , sconces are decorative fixtures used to light hallways, or placed on either side of a door or bed. In addition to ambient illumination, they can provide upward or downward directional lighting, or both.Find antique and vintage sconces and other wall lights on 1stDibs.

Spider Wall Lamp

Midcentury Modern 5 Arm Chandelier

Mid Century Floor Lamp Five Light

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

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Metal, Chrome

$1,051Sale Price|20% Off

$291,500

Serge Mouille Seven-Arm Wall Light

Located in New York, NY

A rare 7 arm “Spider” wall lamp by Serge Moullie. The Seven-Arm Wall Light by Serge Mouille is an iconic example of Mouille’s innovative approach to lighting design, showcasing his m...

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Vintage 1950s Wall Lights and Sconces

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

By Serge Mouille

Located in Stratford, CT

Brass swivels connect the shades. FEATURES Like all spider lamps, ceiling or wall fixtures, this lamp is asymmetrical.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

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H 25.6 in Dm 86.62 in

Serge Mouille Spider Three Still Arms Ceiling Sconce Lamp

By Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Spider three still arms ceiling sconce lamp designed by Serge Mouille / Collection Serge Mouille.

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Serge Mouille Spider Three Still Black Arms Ceiling Sconce Lamp

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H 25.6 in Dm 86.62 in

Serge Mouille Spider Three Still Black Arms Ceiling Sconce Lamp

By Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Spider three still arms ceiling sconce lamp designed by Serge Mouille / Collection Serge Mouille.

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Serge Mouille Modern Black Five Curved Fixed Arms Spider Ceiling Lamp

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H 5.52 in W 19.69 in D 16.15 in

Beautiful large Italian Mid Century "Spider" wall lamp by Rossini Illuminazione

By Rossini

Located in München, DE

Beautiful large Italian wall lamp in the shape of a spider by Rossini Illuminazione.

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

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Metal, Copper

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H 20 in W 20 in D 6 in

Midcentury Spider Wall-Mounted Lamp

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Italian midcentury spider wall light. Usually mounted over door at entrance to home. Now used as a decorative ornament and conversation piece.

Materials

Brass

Serge Mouille Spider Five Broken Arms Ceiling Lamp

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H 53.15 in Dm 37.01 in

Serge Mouille Spider Five Broken Arms Ceiling Lamp

By Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Spider five broken arms ceiling lamp designed by Serge Mouille / collection Serge Mouille.

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Serge Mouille Spider Three Still Arms Ceiling Sconce Lamp

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H 25.6 in Dm 86.62 in

Serge Mouille Spider Three Still Arms Ceiling Sconce Lamp

By Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Spider three still arms ceiling sconce lamp designed by Serge Mouille / Collection Serge Mouille.

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Aluminum, Steel, Brass

H 21.66 in W 15.75 in D 7.09 in

Vintage Outdoor Wrought Iron Murano Glass Lucky Charm Spider Sconce, Italy 1960s

Located in BUDAPEST, HU

Midcentury Italian metal and molded blown glass spider wall lamp produced by Rossini Illuminazione, lamp model 943, 1960s.

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

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Wrought Iron

Set of Two Vintage Lucky Charm Spider Sconces, Italy 1960s

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H 17.72 in W 21.26 in D 6.11 in

Set of Two Vintage Lucky Charm Spider Sconces, Italy 1960s

By Rossini

Located in BUDAPEST, HU

Set of two Midcentury Italian spider wall lamps produced probably by Rossini Illuminazione, 1960s.

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

Materials

Wrought Iron, Copper

$3,710

H 9.85 in Dm 59 in

Mid-Century style Brass Italian Spider Wall Light or Flush Mount

Located in New York, NY

Inspired by the Italian mid-century designs that was light will be the focus center of your interior. The arms radiate all around the stem, each ending with a brass shade, An attract...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Metal, Brass

Wall Lamps by Josef Hůrka for Napako, 1960's

$709 / set

H 8.27 in W 7.09 in D 9.45 in

Wall Lamps by Josef Hůrka for Napako, 1960's

By Josef Hurka

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia. - Made of metal. - New cables and switch. - Re-polished. - Fully functional. - Good, original condition.

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

$1,828

H 52.76 in W 57.88 in D 15.75 in

Italian modern Adjustable wall lamp Coupé 1159 by Joe Colombo for O-Luce, 1970s

By O-Luce, Joe Colombo

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Adjustable wall lamp Coupé 1159 by Joe Colombo for O-Luce, 1970s Wall lamp mod. Coupé 1159 with adjustable dome lampshade in white lacquered metal. Inside the lampshad...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Steel

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$5,750

H 18 in W 17 in D 12 in

French Belle Époque Patinated and Gilt Bronze & Metal Hovering Cherub Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine French 19th-20th century Belle Époque three light patinated, gilt bronze and gilt-metal figural chandelier pendant. The dark patinated bronze figure of a hovering cherub enwra...

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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Bronze

Danish 1940's High Back Lounge Chair by Alfred Christensen Light Walnut Color

$4,200

$16,224 / item

$4,570

H 6.89 in Dm 22.45 in

Mid-Century Modern Cocoon Flush Mount Friedel Wauer Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s

By Friedel Wauer, Goldkant Leuchten

Located in Hamburg, DE

Large Mid-Century cocoon ceiling lamp by German manufacturer Goldkant, based on a design by Friedel Wauer from the 1960s. The lamp is mounted directly to the ceiling or wall. In the...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Metal

Antique English Edwardian Inlaid Wardrobe

$2,195

H 78 in W 47.5 in D 19 in

Antique English Edwardian Inlaid Wardrobe

Located in Oakwood, GA

Circa 1900–1915 English, Edwardian period; Sheraton/Adam Revival influence. Elegant antique English Edwardian wardrobe crafted in richly figured mahogany and beautifully embellished...

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mirror, Wood, Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique Edwardian Neoclassical Mahogany Fruitwood Inlaid Wardrobe Armoire Mirror

$2,600Sale Price|20% Off

H 85.75 in W 53 in D 22 in

Antique Edwardian Neoclassical Mahogany Fruitwood Inlaid Wardrobe Armoire Mirror

Located in Dayton, OH

This elegant Edwardian Neoclassical knockdown armoire is masterfully crafted from rich mahogany wood and adorned with exquisite fruitwood inlaid detailing. The striking facade featur...

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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires

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Fruitwood, Mahogany

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Spider Wall Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal spider wall lamp for your home. Frequently made of metal, steel and aluminum, every spider wall lamp was constructed with great care. Find 24 options for an antique or vintage spider wall lamp now, or shop our selection of 37 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a spider wall lamp — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right spider wall lamp, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Serge Mouille, Editions Serge Mouille and Joe Colombo each produced at least one beautiful spider wall lamp that is worth considering.

How Much is a Spider Wall Lamp?

The average selling price for a spider wall lamp at 1stDibs is $6,948, while they’re typically $373 on the low end and $9,690 for the highest priced.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

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

Emerged during the mid-20th century
Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
A heyday of innovation in postwar America
Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
Promotion of functionality

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

Charles and Ray Eames
Eero Saarinen
Milo Baughman
Florence Knoll
Harry Bertoia
Isamu Noguchi
George Nelson
Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa

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.

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.

Questions About Spider Wall Lamp

What is a spider lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
A spider lamp is a spherical suspension lamp that hangs from the ceiling. The most prevalent type of lampshade for both floor and table lamps is the spider lampshade. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage lamps.
What is the difference between a sconce and a wall lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
The difference between a sconce and a wall lamp is that a sconce is a type of wall lamp or wall lighting fixture. The term sconce is usually used to refer to a decorative lighting fixture whereas a wall lamp might refer to recessed lighting, spotlights or track lighting.

Usually installed in pairs or groups, sconces are decorative fixtures used to light hallways, or placed on either side of a door or bed. In addition to ambient illumination, they can provide upward or downward directional lighting, or both.

Find antique and vintage sconces and other wall lights on 1stDibs.

This Paavo Tynell Chandelier Is a Radiant Bouquet

The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.

Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?

Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.

See How New York City Designers Experiment on Their Own Homes

There are many lessons to be learned from the lofts, apartments and townhouses of architects and decorators in Manhattan and beyond.

Jeff Andrews Captures Old Hollywood Glamour in His Cinematic Spaces

Having created extravagant homes for reality TV’s biggest stars, the designer is stepping into the spotlight with his first book.

New Orleans’ Lee Ledbetter Makes Design Magic by Mixing Past and Present

The Louisiana-born and -bred architect talks to 1stdibs about the art of making timeless places that matter.

Desert Modern Designer Arthur Elrod Finally Gets His Day in the Sun

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.