Austrian Pagoda Ice Glass Wall Lamp by J.T. Kalmar
By Max Ingrand, Ernest Palme, Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in München, DE
Kalmar Manufacturer: Franken KG Austria The lamp has an integrated switch but can also be connected to a wall switch.
Metal
$254Sale Price|50% Off
Ice Glass Wall Lamp by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1968
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Schwerin, MV
The lamp is screwed to the wall with a metal glass bracket and has a pull switch on the lamp.
Metal
Aster Neon Wall Lamps by Rodolfo Bonettto for Lumi, 1980s, Set of 2
By Lumi, Rodolfo Bonetto
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Each lamp features a switch button. A wall fixing plate is missing.
Metal
Industrial wall lamp by Metallwerke Schröder, Lobenstein, German, 1940s
By Schröder Lobenstein
Located in Forserum, SE
Noteworthy features include an adjustable telescope arm and a ball-shaped light switch on the lamp holder. The wall mount bears the hallmark MWS.
Steel
Mid-Century Space Age Acrylic Cube Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Inside there is a translucent white cylinder that encloses the lamp. When switched on, the cylinder shines through the transparent acrylic pane and gives the luminaire body additiona...
Plastic
1950s Brass Articulating Wall Lamp Attributed to Jacques Biny
By Jacques Biny
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shade can be moved on goosneck arm. On/off switch on lamp base. Quintessentially French in its conception and execution attributed to the incomparable Jacques Biny.
Metal, Brass
Gilt Metal Toleware "Lotus" Ceiling Lamp by Hans Kögl, Germany, 1960s
By Hans Kögl
Located in Lille, BE
The layered metal leaves create a sculptural appearance even when the lamp is switched off. Once illuminated, the gilded surface reflects a warm golden light.
Metal
$864Sale Price / set|20% Off
Philips Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Wall Lamps, Aluminum, 1975
By Philips
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice set of wall lamps . Adjustable in any direction . 1970s Dutch Each lamp can be switch on separately .
Aluminum
Onos 55 Counterbalance Pendant Lamp in Brass by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz
Located in KUTNO, PL
It allows the height of the lampshade to be adjusted with a single hand movement – an elegant and practical solution. When switched on, the lamp emits a warm, focused light, ideal f...
Brass
Italian modern brass wall mirror with six lamps, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
On the upper profile there are six lamps and the round metal switch. In the lower part there is a power socket. 1980s Good condition, light scattered marks and small losses.
Brass
1950s Hollywood Regency Wall Lamp, Mother Mary & Baby Jesus Design
Located in Hannover, DE
When you switch this wall lamp on, it gives off a warm, peaceful glow.
Crystal, Metal
1960s Danish Walnut & Glass Swing Arm Adjustable Reading Wall Sconce Lamp
By Lyfa, Vitrika, Louis Poulsen
Located in Bensalem, PA
Stunning, solid, walnut and frosted glass adjustable length wall lamp with dimmer switch installed please look at pictures for overall detail and feel free to reach out with any ques...
Blown Glass, Walnut
Pair Geometric Chrome and Smoked Glass Wall Lamps, 1960s
By Motoko Ishii
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The great thing about these wall lamps are the ON-OFF switches underneath the glass shades, the round curved knob which is almost the WHOLE size of the bottom part of the lamp.
Metal, Chrome
Oyster Wall Lamp by Klaus Link for Heinz Neuhaus, 1970
By Heinz Neuhaus Leuchten
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
The burgundy-colored plastic element, which covers the light source and provides beautiful indirect lighting, shows minimal signs of wear. The lamp is currently switched on using a p...
Metal
Mid-Century Space Age Extendable Arc Wall Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The umbrella can be aligned or straightened at a certain angle via a joint. The lamp has a cord switch. it is in very good condition with signs of wear and patina.
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Cocoon Wall Lamp Sconce Friedel Wauer Goldkant Leuchten
By Goldkant Leuchten, Friedel Wauer
Located in Hamburg, DE
At the same time, the entire luminaire glows through the translucent Cocoon material. The lamp has a pull switch. The manufacturer Goldkant was known at the time for its various Coco...
Metal
$5,116 / item
Accademia Wall Lamp by Cini Boeri for Artemide, 1978
By Artemide, Cini Boeri
Located in Barcelona, ES
With its textured black lacquered steel triangular structure, off-white cotton fabric diffuser, versatile lamp holders, and elegant switch on the cord, these lamps combine functional...
Iron
Scandinavian modernist wall lamp in brass, Pagos model 6744, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
Each shade features an integrated light switch. The lamp is ready to be hardwired into the wall.
Brass
Mid-Century German Space Age Wall Lamp in Brass, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The base has an additional outlet for an optional pull switch. The lamp is in very good condition with signs of wear.
Metal
Mid-Century Space Age Danish Wall Lamp from Horn, 1960s
By Horn
Located in Hamburg, DE
The luminaire works as an uplight or downlight or in the middle position with even light distribution across the wall. The lamp has a supply cable with a plug and cord switch.
Metal
Set of 2 Mid-Century Minimalist Red Wall Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
A special feature is the almost invisible integrated push switch inside the lamp. Supplied without bulbs. Up to 250V (Europe/UK Standard).The wiring of this item may be original and ...
Metal
Accademia Medium Wall Lamp by Cini Boeri for Artemide 1978
By Artemide, Cini Boeri
Located in Barcelona, ES
With its textured black lacquered steel triangular structure, off-white cotton fabric diffuser, versatile lamp holders, and elegant switch on the cord, these lamps combine functional...
Iron
J.T. Kalmar Midcentury Adjustable Counterweight Pendant Lamp, Austria, 1950s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
The lights can be individually controlled by an integrated switch. The lamp is in very good condition, with charming patina on the black brass.
Metal, Brass
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
Austrian Midcentury black Metal Counterweight Pendant Lamp by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
The lights can be individually controlled by an integrated switch. The lamp is in very good condition. The lampshade has been professionally refurbished with a lovely liht off white...
Iron
$1,136Sale Price / set|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Bed Lamps by Hiemstra Evolux, Netherlands, 1962
By Hiemstra Evolux
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pull down switch. Very nice lamps.
Metal
Space Age Wall Lamp "Sirio" by Harvey Guzzini for Meblo, Yugoslavia 1970s
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in Beograd, RS
The sculptural form appears different from every angle, making the lamps equally decorative when switched off. Produced by Meblo in Yugoslavia, these examples reflect the strong inf...
Acrylic
Pair of 1950s Perforated Brass Wall Lamps Attributed to Mauri Almari
By Mauri Almari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Professionally rewired for US electrical with new sockets and period-style 4.1-inch brass backplate to accommodate a US j-box. On/off switch on lamp. Accommodates a single e12 max 40...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Lamp, Metal, Space Age Design, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The ends are designed with large radii. A cord switch exits through a hole on the underside. Two or all six versions can be switched.
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Brass & Glass Sconces and Table Lamp Set, 1960s
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
All three pieces have been professionally rewired for the US using UL listed parts. Note that the table lamp has an in-line switch to control the light of an intermediate bulb and ea...
Brass
Carlo Nason LP 273 Wall Lamp in Crystal and White Sand, Italy 1970s
By AVMazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Hellouw, NL
From the side, the layered construction projects from the wall and exposes more of the relationship between glass, metal mounting plate and light source. Once switched on, the lamp c...
Glass
ASEA Skandia "Coquille" Brass and Glass Wall Lamps, Sweden 1940
By ASEA
Located in Paris, IDF
The shell shape is further supported by the scalloped edge and lines throughout the shades that also creates an appealing effect when the lamps are switched on since the corrugated s...
Brass
A pair of Böhlmarks modernist wall lamps 8787, Scandinavian design, Sweden 1950s
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Harald Notini
Located in Forserum, SE
Both lamps are complete with switches on the cords for ease of use.
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Swiss Space Age Wall Lamp from Temde, Switzerland
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Hamburg, DE
Round chrome covers conceal the mounting plate. The lamp is equipped with a switch. It is ideal for head-mounted mirrored bulbs. the lamp is in very good condition with signs of wear...
Metal
Vintage Space Age Wall Lamp by Motoko Ishii for Staff, 1970s
By Motoko Ishii
Located in Hamburg, DE
The transparent volume gives the whole design a certain lightness. The lamp has a train switch with a heavy metalpin at the end.
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Scandinavian Table or Wall Lamps, Brass and Wood, c. 1960s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
The shades tilt to direct the light, and each lamp has an individual switch on the base. Suitable for use as table lamps or wall mounted.
Brass
Vintage Space Age Wall Lamp by Motoko Ishii for Staff, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The glass balls can be unscrewed to change the lamps. The lamp has a train switch with a metal pin at the end.
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp by Orrefors, Ice Glass & Brass, Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Hamburg, DE
Brass elements connect on both sides, echoing the shape of the glass prism. The lamp has a pull switch with brass pin at the end.
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Wall Lamp, Orange, Space Age Design, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The material enables harmonious transitions between the elements to a complex overall form. The lamp can be mounted vertically or horizontally. The ceramic has a prefabricated hole o...
Ceramic
Set of 2 Vintage Fister Wall Lamps by Design Light, Denmark, 1980s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
With adjustable and swivelling flaps, they are perfect as reading lamps or bedside lamps, equipped with a practical on/off switch.
Metal
A pair of Swedish modern wall lamps pine wood by Markslöjd Sweden 1980s
Located in Boden, SE
This pair was made with love for the material, the beautiful natural wood was carefully selected and has aged gracefully over the decades and has thus acquired a wonderful patina. en...
Pine
no. 1 of 2 - mid century modern SCONCE wall lamp lustrous glass shell
Located in Mannheim, DE
It is designed for direct wall connection without a switch on the lamp itself. There is an opening at the bottom of the lamp for a pull cord, and sufficient space inside the metal ho...
Brass
1970s vintage WALL LAMP wrought iron and parchment koch & sons brutalist rustic
Located in Mannheim, DE
It's designed for direct wall mounting without a switch on the lamp. Presumably made in the 1970s, the manufacturer is Koch & Soehne.
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Double Wall Lamp by A.F. Gangkofner for Erco
By Erco
Located in Hamburg, DE
The base is a simple white plastic box. The two lamp arms and the pull switch protrude from the underside.
Metal
Mid-Century Minimalist Modern German Wall Lamp by A.F. Gangkofner for Erco
By Erco
Located in Hamburg, DE
The base is a simple white plastic box. The lamp arm and pull switch protrude from the underside.
Metal
Large Midcentury Sconce Acrylic and Brass 1960s 1970s Lucite Wall Lamp
Located in Mannheim, DE
For direct wall connection without a switch on the lamp. Holds 1 bulb with E27 socket.
Brass
Space Age Mid Century Arc Eyeball Wall Lamp in Brown by Herda, 70s
By Herda
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
The shade can be turned any direction desirable and positioned inside or outside the arc. The lamp has a switch build into the cable. The lamp requires an E27/26 (standard) lightbulb...
Metal, Chrome
Norway white adjustable wall lamp Naska Loris by Jac Jacobsen for Luxo, 1950s
By Jac Jacobsen, Luxo
Located in MIlano, IT
The adjustable conical lamp shade has a black switch. The structure is composed of two adjustable white metal arms, each composed of two rectangular slats.
Metal
Set of 'Vitrika' Wall Lamps in Beech wood & Amber Glass, Denmark, 1970s
By Vitrika
Located in Værløse, DK
* Dimensions (H x W): 24cm x 8cm * Light source: E14 screw bulbs, max 40W * Ready-to-use with switches on the lamps and white cords.
Glass, Wood, Beech
$222Sale Price|30% Off
1960s Ceramic Wall Sconce or Ceiling Lamp Fat Lava Modernist Hustadt, Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
The direction can vary and be either hardwired or installed using a switch as bedside lamp, the back caters for a wire on all 4 sides.
Ceramic
Mid-Century Space Age Cross Oyster Style Wall Lamp by Klaus Link, Germany, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
This means that all lamps can be switched independently of each other.
Metal
no. 2 of 2 - mid century modern SCONCE wall lamp lustrous glass shell brass
Located in Mannheim, DE
It is designed for direct wall connection without a switch on the lamp itself. There is an opening at the bottom of the lamp for a pull cord, and sufficient space inside the metal ho...
Glass
Set of 2 Mid-Century Space Age German Minimalist Wall Lamps, 1960s
By Leclaire & Schäfer
Located in Hamburg, DE
It is rotatably stored and can be tilted on a small radius. The lamp has a train switch. Have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other lite...
Metal
A set of Bed Lamps by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen, 1960s, Denmark
By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, Holm Sørensen
Located in Værløse, DK
* A pair (2) of gray, white and orange night lamps with pull-switch. Tipping function to adjust light. * Designer: Svend Aage Holm Sørensen * Producer: Holm Sørensen & Co * Style: ...
Metal
$482Sale Price|20% Off
Scandinavian Wooden Wall Lamp with a Lampshade in the shape of an Onion, Sweden
Located in Hannover, DE
The glass was mouth-blown of excellent quality and crowns this lamp. You can also switch the lamp on and off directly below the body using a pull switch, but it is also possible to r...
Milk Glass, Wood, Pine
Mid-Century German Space Age Model Bulb Bulb Floor or Pendant Lamp, 1960s
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Hamburg, DE
At the top, the classic of a light bulb is even imitated (manufacturer, wattage, etc.). The lamp has a foot switch and plug. The bulb bulb has not been produced for a long time and i...
Plastic
$2,273Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pairs of Up and Down Pendant Lamps in White Perspex and Satin Aluminum by Stilux
By Stilux
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Each lamp is equipped with a switch in the upper side.
Aluminum
Set of 'Vitrika' Wall Lamps in Red stained wood & Amber Glass, Denmark, 1970s
By Vitrika
Located in Værløse, DK
* Dimensions (H x W): 24cm x 8cm * Light source: E14 screw bulbs, max 40W * Ready-to-use with switches on the lamps and white cords.
Glass, Wood, Beech
Set of 'Vitrika' Wall Lamps in green stained wood & Amber Glass, Denmark, 1970s
By Vitrika
Located in Værløse, DK
* Dimensions (H x W): 24cm x 8cm * Light source: E14 screw bulbs, max 40W * Ready-to-use with switches on the lamps and white cords.
Glass, Wood, Beech
Vintage Space Age Glass and Metal Wall Lamp by Motoko Ishii for Staff, 1970s
By Motoko Ishii
Located in Hamburg, DE
The transparent volume gives the whole design a certain lightness. The lamp has a train switch with a heavy metalpin at the end.
Metal
Scandinavian Modern Pendant Lamp Model T532 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden 60's
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd
Located in Grythyttan, SE
The glass bubbles come to life when the lamp is switched on, transforming it icompletely.
Metal, Brass
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.
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