$8,011
H 72.05 in W 27.56 in D 9.85 in
Mid Century Modern Floor Lamp "Pelican" by J.T. Kalmar, Austria 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a stunning and rare Mid Century Modern "Pelikan" floor lamp (Model 2097), designed by J.T. Kalmar (Julius Theodor Kalmar). The design reflects mid-centu...
Marble, Brass
$7,621
H 73.63 in W 9.85 in D 11.82 in
'Pelikan' Floor lamp in Brass and Lacquered Steel by J.T. Kalmar, Austria 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hellouw, NL
Kalmar (Julius Theodor Kalmar) was the son of Julius August Kalmar, who founded the Kalmar lighting company in 1881 in Vienna.
Brass, Steel
Floor Lamp by Július Theodor Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Floor lamp by Július Theodor Kalmar in excellent original condition.
Metal
Julius Theodor Kalmar (1884-1968), Germany. Modernist wall lamp.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Julius Theodor Kalmar (1884-1968), Germany. Modernist wall lamp.
Ceramic
Mid-Century Pendant Lamp by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar, 1950s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Brussel, BE
Designed in Vienna by Austrian designer-entrepreneur Julius Theodor Kalmar and edited by its own company Kalmar in the 1950’s. - Designed by: J.T.
Metal, Brass
$4,478Sale Price|30% Off
H 72.05 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Floorlamp Pelikan – Design by J.T. Kalmar, Manufactured by Kalmar, Vienna, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Milano, IT
An iconic 'Pelikan' floor lamp by the Austrian designer Julius Theodor Kalmar and produced in Vienna, Austria.
Brass, Iron, Aluminum
Brass Wall Light by JT Kalmar, 1980
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful minimalist brass wall uplights by Julius Theodor Kalmar of Vienna, Austria, 1980 in great condition with age related traces of use, model number 8031/2/1/11/0, custom back ...
Brass
$655Sale Price|20% Off
H 13.78 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in
Ice glass "Herrenberg" wall lamp by Kalmar, Austria 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in ECHT, NL
The 1901 Export Exposition Scandinavia and the 1906 Austrian Exhibition in Earl’s Court, London. Julius Theodor Kalmar After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of t...
Metal
J. T. Kalmar 1950s 'Pelikan' Floor Light
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in CA, CA
An iconic 'Pelikan' floor lamp by the Austrian designer Julius Theodor Kalmar and produced in Vienna, Austria.
Metal
Kalmar Pendant Light or Chandelier, Brass Glass, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
$5,900 / item
H 63 in W 18.12 in D 19.69 in
Kalmar Brass Floor Lamp 'Cavador' No. 2098, Height Adjustable, 1960, 1 of 2
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
$2,200
H 20 in W 13 in D 5 in
J.T. Kalmar Yellow Table Desk Side Lamp, Brass & Iron, Vienna, Austria, 1950s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Modernist Midcentury desk, table, or side lamp from the 1950s. Designed by Julius Theodor Kalmar and manufactured by J.T. Kalmar Vienna, Austria.
Metal, Brass, Iron
$4,900
H 22.45 in W 12.6 in D 13.39 in
Kalmar Table Lamp 'Phoenix' Mod. 1197, Brass Walnut Wood, Austria, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
$4,123
H 34 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in
Large & Marvelous Shape Austria Kalmar Chandelier Iced Murano Glass & Nickel
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Lisse, NL
As is so often the case with our items, this stylish chandelier too looks so much better in real life than in a photo. Design: Julius Theodor Kalmar. Manufactured by Kalmar, Vienna...
Nickel, Wire
$1,843
H 18.51 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Mid-Century Ice Glass Chandelier By J.T. Kalmar, Austria c.1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, GB
Under Julius Theodor Kalmar, the firm embraced modernist ideals and collaborated with architects of the Wiener Werkbund, gradually shifting toward contemporary, function-driven design.
Chrome
$1,979Sale Price|20% Off
H 11.81 in W 5.51 in D 7.87 in
Curved Murano Glass Wall Sconce by J.T. Kalmar, Brass, Mid-Century
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Stunning European Mid-Century Modern wall sconce designed and produced by Austrian designer Julius Theodor Kalmar in the 1950s. Curved shape of clear and ice textured Italian Murano ...
Metal, Brass
$2,200
H 20 in W 11 in D 6 in
J.T. Kalmar Red Brass Midcentury Table Lamp, Model Style, Vienna, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful modernist desk or table lamp, model name „Style“ / model # 1213 from the 1950s. Designed by Julius Theodor Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar Vienna in Austria.
Iron, Metal, Brass
$6,490
H 11.82 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Gorgeous 18" Kalmar Pyramid Flush Mount Tulipan Murano Glass, Vienna, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Design: Julius Theodor Kalmar. Model: Pyramid. Manufacturer: Kalmar Lighting.
Nickel
$2,266
H 31.5 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Mid-Century Ice Glass & Brass Chandelier By J.T. Kalmar, Austria c.1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, GB
Under Julius Theodor Kalmar, the firm embraced modernist ideals and collaborated with architects of the Wiener Werkbund, gradually shifting toward contemporary, function-driven design.
Brass
$3,800
H 23.63 in Dm 20.08 in
1 (of 2) Kalmar Bronze Drum Chandelier Murano Glass Pendant Light, Gio Ponti Era
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Heavy duty. Designed by Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s. Design: Julius Theodor Kalmar.
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze
$11,900 / set
H 67.33 in Dm 23.63 in
Pair of Large Kalmar Floor Lamps 'Glasschaft' no. 2134, Glass Rod Brass, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Venini
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Aluminum, Brass
$6,900 / item
H 67.33 in Dm 23.63 in
J.T. Kalmar Floor Lamp, Brass Venini Glass Rod Stand, 1960s, 1 of 2 Lamps
By J.T. Kalmar, Venini
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Aluminum, Brass
$6,900
H 22.45 in W 11.03 in D 16.54 in
Josef Frank Table Lamp 'Tisch-Überall' Mod. 1092 by Kalmar, Brass Leather, 1950s
By Josef Frank, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
$7,800
H 47.25 in Dm 29.53 in
Pendant Light Kalmar 'Pendelstern', Brass Opaline Frosted White Milk Glass, 1960
By Venini, Stilnovo, Vistosi, J.T. Kalmar, Stilux
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass, Metal
$4,500
H 5.91 in Dm 19.69 in
Flush Mount Light 'FEDER-KRALLE' Kalmar Anna-Lülja Praun, Brass Opal Glass 1960s
By Anna-Lülja Praun, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
$3,250
H 13 in Dm 19.69 in
J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount Chandelier Tulip Murano Glass & Brass, Austria, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar, Carlo Nason, AVMazzega
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Manufacturer: Julius Theodor Kalmar. Measures: diameter 19.7" in. (50 cm), height 13" in. (33 cm).
Brass
$3,990
H 22.84 in Dm 14.18 in
Large Table Lamp Brass Walnut Wood White Shade, attr. J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960
By Stilnovo, Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
$8,900
H 55.12 in Dm 21.66 in
Counterweight Pendant Light by J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank, Brass Wicker, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar, Josef Hoffmann, Josef Frank, Haus & Garten, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
$4,500
H 43.31 in Dm 22.05 in
Pendant Light 'Dreistich' J.T. Kalmar, Brass Walnut Wood Parchment Shades, 1960s
By Josef Frank, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Svenskt Tenn, Stilnovo
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
$3,990
H 8.27 in Dm 22.05 in
Kalmar Chandelier or Flush Mount Light Brass Curved Textured Glass, 1960, 1 of 2
By Barovier, Venini, J.T. Kalmar, Barovier&Toso, Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Metal, Brass
$4,382Sale Price|20% Off
H 39.38 in Dm 21.66 in
Counterweight Pendelleuchte „Jo-Jo Zug“ Kalmar, Josef Frank, Messing und Seide
By Josef Frank
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Mitte der 1920er Jahre gründeten Josef Frank und Oskar Wlach das Einrichtungsunternehmen "Haus & Garten", das nach der Emigration von Josef Frank nach Schweden vor dem Zweiten Weltkr...
Brass
$4,524Sale Price|20% Off
H 16.93 in Dm 17.33 in
Large Table Lamp Cast in Bronze, by J. T. Kalmar, Austria
Located in Vienna, Austria
The design and production was done by Julius Theodor Kalmar (1884 - 1968), who was a student of Josef Hoffmann and a member of Austrian Werkbund.
Brass
$8,500
H 30.32 in Dm 29.93 in
Pendant Light Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Brass Glass Pleated Cream Shades, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Paavo Tynell, Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, Josef Frank
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Pendant Light Chandelier, Brass Pleated Cream Fabric Shades, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Josef Hoffmann, Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Pendant Light Chandelier, Brass Glass White Pleated Silk Shades, 1960
By Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Paavo Tynell, J.L Lobmeyr, Josef Frank
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
$6,500
H 43.31 in Dm 30.32 in
Art Deco Chandelier Pendant Light, Patinated Brass Cream Fabric Shades, 1930s
By Rupert Nikoll, Josef Frank, Paavo Tynell, J.L Lobmeyr, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass, Bronze
Floor Lamp Pelican by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in JM Haarlem, NL
Shortly after the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, the founder's son, joined the firm.
Brass, Metal
Midcentury Glass and Brass Pendant Lamp Chandelier by Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
The Austrian designer and entrepreneur Julius Theodor (JT) Kalmar was born in Vienna in 1884.
Brass
Unavailable
H 18.12 in Dm 22.45 in
Midcentury Glass and Brass Viennese Pendant Light Chandelier by Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
The Austrian designer and entrepreneur Julius Theodor (JT) Kalmar was born in Vienna in 1884.
Brass
Unavailable
H 21.66 in Dm 12.6 in
Midcentury Design Brass and Glass Light Tulipan by Kalmar from Vienna
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
The Austrian designer and entrepreneur Julius Theodor (JT) Kalmar was born in Vienna in 1884.
Metal
Unavailable
H 13.78 in Dm 19.69 in
Midcentury Design Glass and Brass Light Chandelier Tulipan by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
The Austrian designer and entrepreneur Julius Theodor (JT) Kalmar was born in Vienna in 1884.
Glass
"Pelikan" Floor Lamp by Julius Theodor for Kalmar
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pelikan floor lamp by Julius Theodor for Kalmar. Designed and manufactured in Austria, circa 1950s.
Julius Theodor Kalmar Pelikan lamp (white handle version)
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Brussels, BE
This mid-century liseuse lamp by Julius Theodor Kalmar, designed around 1950, combines elegance and functionality.
Aluminum, Brass
Large Chandelier Frosted Glass by Julius Theodor Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Paris, France
The Austrian designer Julius Theodor (J. T.) Kalmar is the son of Julius August Kalmar, founder of the company of the same name, a strong supporter of the Arts & Crafts movement.
Brass
Floor Lamp By Julius Théodor Kalmar - Brass And Varnished Sheet Metal
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Brussels, BE
Floor Lamp By Julius Théodor Kalmar - Brass And Varnished Sheet Metal - 2 Switches
Metal
Sold
H 72 in Dm 9.75 in
20th Century Austrian Polished Brass Reading Floor Lamp by Julius Theodor Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern Austrian floor lamp made of hand crafted lacquered metal, designed by Julius Theodor (J.T.) Kalmar and produced by Kalmar in good condition.
Metal, Aluminum, Brass, Iron
Sold
H 71.26 in W 25.6 in D 9.45 in
Exceptional Pelikan Floor Lamp by Julius Theodor for J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Munich, DE
Model Pelikan, two flamed and one arm and shade adjustable. Designed by Julius Theodor and manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, 1950s.
Aluminum, Brass, Steel, Iron
Sold
H 21.5 in W 8.25 in D 8.25 in
Expertly Restored - Julius T. Kalmar Brass Tripod & Teak Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer Julius Theodor Kalmar Manufacturer Kalmar ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to l...
Brass
"Assistent" desk lamp by J.T KALMAR, design 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in PARIS, FR
The Assistent desk lamp is a perfect illustration of Julius Theodor Kalmar's aesthetic, with a beautiful contrast between black structure, white perspex and fawn leather.
Metal
Austrian Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp Micheline by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Iconic Austrian midcentury brass floor lamp called Micheline, designed by Julius Theodor Kalmar for Kalmar, Mod. No 2092 as shown in the Kalmar Sales catalogue 1960, manufactured in ...
Brass
Set of three Mid Century Murano glass lamps by J.T. Kalmar, 1960's
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
The clear glass ensures that it illuminates the entire room and gives a beautiful light effect on nearby walls. Austrian designer Julius Theodor Kalmar created a series of glass cha...
Brass
Sold
H 9 in W 6.75 in D 5 in
Outstanding Set of 3 Matching Vintage "Kalmar" Austrian Crystal Wall Sconces
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Highwood, IL
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann at the Vienna School of A...
Sold
H 71.66 in W 17.72 in D 6.3 in
Austrian Midcentury Yellow and Green Brass Floor Lamp Pelikan by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Iconic Pelikan floor lamp designed by Julius Theodor Kalmar for Kalmar, manufactured in Austria, circa 1950s.
Brass, Metal
Sold
H 59.85 in Dm 17.33 in
Austrian Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp Micheline with Black Shade by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Iconic Austrian midcentury brass floor lamp called Micheline, designed by Julius Theodor Kalmar for Kalmar, Mod. No 2092 as shown in the Kalmar Sales catalogue 1960, manufactured in ...
Brass
Sold
H 68.51 in Dm 23.63 in
Pair Large J.T. Kalmar Floor Lamps 'Helios' Mod. 2035, Brass Tripod Base, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Aluminum, Brass
Vintage Austrian "Kalmar" Crystal Four Tier Chandelier
Located in Highwood, IL
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann at the Vienna School ...
Crystal, Metal
20th Century Design Brass and Wicker Floor Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, GB
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Pair of glass wall sconces by Julius Theodor Kalmar
Located in PARIS, FR
Glass wall sconce by the Austrian designer Julius Theodor Kalmar (1884-1968), 1960s. The diffuser is entirely made of Murano glass, and the base is chrome metal.
Glass
Kalmar Chandelier, Textured Glass and Brass, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Sold
H 19.69 in W 5.91 in D 4.34 in
Three Large J.T. Kalmar Sconces, Textured Glass Patinated Brass, 1950s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Large Kalmar Pendant Light or Chandelier, Brass Glass, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Large Kalmar Pendant Light or Chandelier, Brass Glass, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
1960 Austria Kalmar 'Pagoda' Flush Mount Chandelier Murano Glass & Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Gem from the time. Manufactured by Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s. Design: Julius Theodor Kalmar.
Brass
Kalmar Brass Tripod Table Lamp 'Dreibein' Model 1093, Austria, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Kalmar Floor Lamp 'Dornstab' No. 2076, Brass Wood Cane, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
1960 Austria Kalmar Wall Light Faceted Crystal & Nickel, Set of 3
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Design: Julius Theodor Kalmar. Style: mid century, minimalist.
Crystal, Nickel
Sold
H 18.51 in W 5.32 in D 13.78 in
Kalmar Table Lamp 'Stilfix' No. 1257 Swivel Top, Brass Cast Iron, 1960
By Stilnovo, Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass, Iron, Metal
Sold
H 37.41 in Dm 14.18 in
1960 Austria Kalmar Multicolor Chandelier Murano Glass Sticks Blue Amber Clear &
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant multicolored Murano glass chandelier designed by Julius Theodor Kalmar. The thirty structured Murano glass elements are thick-walled and heavyweight.
Metal, Brass, Nickel
Pendant Light Chandelier 'Mexico' J.T. Kalmar, Brass Cane Wicker, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Sold
H 17.72 in Dm 20.87 in
Brass Light Fixture Chandelier 'ANNABELLE' J.T. Kalmar, Parchment Shades, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass, Metal
Two Large Kalmar Floor Lamps 'Helios' Model 2035, Brass Tripod Base, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Aluminum, Brass
Sold
H 33.5 in Dm 30 in
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Josef Frank for Kalmar with Pleated Shades, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Sold
H 37.41 in Dm 35.44 in
Pendant Light Chandelier 'Holzstern' by J.T. Kalmar, Brass Walnut Wood, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Sold
H 13 in Dm 19.69 in
J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount Chandelier Tulip Murano Glass & Brass, Austria, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria in the 1960s. Design: Julius Theodor Kalmar.
Brass
Austrian Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp Kiwi with Wicker Shade by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Iconic and rare Austrian Midcentury brass floor lamp called Kiwi, designed by Julius Theodor Kalmar for Kalmar, Mod. No 2093 as shown in the Kalmar Sales catalogue 1960, manufactured...
Cement, Brass
Sold
H 27.56 in Dm 29.53 in
Large J.T. Kalmar Chandelier, Brass Textured Glass, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 25.6 in Dm 26.78 in
Large J.T. Kalmar Chandelier, Brass Textured Glass, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass, Metal
Sold
H 14.97 in Dm 15.75 in
1 (of 2) 1960 Austria Kalmar Pagoda Flush Mount Chandelier Murano Glass & Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Gem from the time. Manufactured by Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s. Design: Julius Theodor Kalmar.
Brass
Sold
H 22.05 in Dm 11.03 in
Mid-Century Table Lamp 'Spule' Mod. 1235 by Kalmar, Brass Mosaic Cocoon, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Sold
H 19.69 in Dm 29.53 in
Large J.T. Kalmar Chandelier, Brass Curved Textured Glass, Mid-Century, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 18.51 in Dm 25.99 in
Brass Ceiling Flush Mount Light 'POLKA' by J.T. Kalmar, Braided Shades, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Sold
H 16.93 in W 10.63 in D 8.67 in
Table Lamp 'Arnold' Mod. 1191 by J.T. Kalmar, Brass Braided Leather, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Sold
H 25.6 in Dm 26.78 in
Large J.T. Kalmar Chandelier, Brass Textured Glass, Austria, 1950s, One of Three
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass, Metal
Pair of Large J.T. Kalmar Floor Lamps, Leather Brass Tripod Base, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Aluminum, Brass
Large J.T. Kalmar Chandelier, Brass Textured Glass, Austria, 1950s, 1 of 2
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass, Metal
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H 15.74 in W 6.29 in D 5.11 in
Impressive J.T Kalmar Frosted Glass Sconces Made from Thick and Heavy Cast Glass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Verviers, BE
Thank you and kind regards, Geert A new direction After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect...
Art Glass, Murano Glass
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H 15.74 in W 6.29 in D 5.11 in
Impressive J.T Kalmar Frosted Glass Sconces Made from Thick and Heavy Cast Glass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Verviers, BE
A new direction After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann at the V...
Art Glass, Murano Glass
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H 15.74 in W 6.29 in D 5.11 in
Impressive J.T Kalmar Frosted Glass Sconces Made from Thick and Heavy Cast Glass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Verviers, BE
A new direction After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann at the V...
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Kalmar Floor Lamp, Brass Red Venini Murano Glass Rod Stand, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Venini
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Aluminum, Brass
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H 68.51 in Dm 23.63 in
Pair of Large J.T. Kalmar Floor Lamps 'Helios' Mod. 2035, Brass Tripod Base 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Aluminum, Brass
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H 40.95 in Dm 29.53 in
Brass Pendant Light Chandelier 'RUMBA' by J.T. Kalmar, Parchment Shades, 1960
By Josef Frank, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
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H 43.31 in Dm 19.69 in
Two Counterweight Pendant Lights J.T. Kalmar, Adolf Loos Josef Frank, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank, Adolf Loos
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
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H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in
Counterweight Pendant Light J.T. Kalmar, Adolf Loos Josef Frank, Brass, 1950s
By Josef Frank, Adolf Loos, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar, son of the original founder, studied under the renowned Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann.
Brass
Lantern Sconce
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
The LANTERN SCONCE reimagines the classic up-light through the lens of material warmth and artisanal detail. Handcrafted in the U.S., it features richly textured 100% Dupioni Raw Sil...
Silk
Solana Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish, French, and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. The walnut back plate (available in natural...
Enamel, Brass
Glossy Cream Ceramic Chandelier in Antique Brass 5-Arm 42.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Five antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to five tall stoneware ceramic shades in a glossy glaze with a subtle off-white hue. With a fixed black walnut orb...
Brass
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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.