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Lighting For Sale
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Red Clay
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...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Model 232 Wall or Ceiling Lights by Bruno Gatta, 1962
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant pair of Mid-Century Modern Model 232 wall or ceiling lights. Design by Bruno Gatta for Stilnovo. Striking Italian design from the 1960s. Original white metal sha...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal

French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white etched glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8.0"H x 4.75"W x 6.25"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 1...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Brass

Cast Bronze Sconce, Verdegris Finish, Flor de Bronce Collection
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the layered significance of the calla lily in Mexican culture, this collection blends the bold heft of cast bronze with sculpted, flowing curves that echo the flower’s fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Art Nouveau Lighting

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Bronze

French Designer, Table Lamps, Bronze, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bronze table lamps designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 5.3"H x 3.75"W x 3.75"D Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 8.9” H x 6.5” D...
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1940s French Vintage Lighting

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Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Green Glass and Wrought Iron Pendant Light, ca 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Antique French Art Nouveau Green Glass and Wrought Iron Pendant Light, ca. 1920. Add a timeless touch of elegance to your interior with this Antique French Art Nouveau Pendant Light...
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1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Lighting

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Wrought Iron

French Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Clear Glass Sconces Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Industrial wall / ceiling lamp Cast iron back with clear glass. Weight : 2.50 kg / 5.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international stan...
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Lighting

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Iron

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - green color
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure on 4 levels. The armor polished nickel supports 80 large green glass tubes in a star shape. Weight about ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Blown Glass

XLCrystal Glass Uplight by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and very large ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with its crystal glass blossoms has a very luxurious appearance and sparkles beautifully. The design and materials used...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal

Brass and Glass Ceiling Lamp, Attr. to Pietro Chiesa, 1950s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Brass and Glass Ceiling Lamp, Attr. to Pietro Chiesa, 1950s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 4x E27 and 4x E14 light bulbs. Wired and suita...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Brass

Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Green Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use with 220V and 110V f...
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1940s German Art Deco Vintage Lighting

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Brass

Willow 19, Blown Glass with Metal Dome Pendant Foyer Chandelier by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The center orb of each Kadur pendant is filled with drizzled glass fibers, which are then encased within a pristine, outer glass sphere. Whether you want individual pendants, or a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lighting

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Metal

Unique Arts & Crafts Hammered Brass & Opaline Glass Mosaic Pendant Light, 1920s
Located in Lisse, NL
Brass and glass chunks Arts & Crafts chandelier with original chain & canopy. A stunning handcrafted Arts & Crafts pendant light from the 1920s featuring a hammered brass frame with a suspended opaline glass mosaic bowl. The opaline glass tiles are individually cut and set in a leaded grid structure, creating a warm and ethereal glow when illuminated. Suspended by three patinated brass chains from a circular canopy, this piece blends craftsmanship and functionality. The fixture has been professionally rewired and is fully functional, ready for installation. A unique conversation piece, ideal for entryways, bedrooms, or atmospheric corners in both traditional and modern interiors. This unique pendant / antique light fixture will bring the kind of pure and handcrafted class and beauty that you don't find anymore in this day and age. Thanks to the hook above the large brass canopy, mounting this stylish and rare ceiling lamp is child's play. Mind you, our price for this rare Arts and Crafts ceiling lamp even includes perfect packing and also free delivery from our store to your door in just 4 to 6 days. No matter where you live on our beautiful planet. Maximum height x diameter: 19 x 9.5 inches. Height without the chain and canopy: 6.5 inches. *Excellent vintage condition with minor signs of age and wear consistent with its period. One-of-a-kind patina on brass. We are driven by a passion for uniqueness, timeless, quality, stylish design, and the enduring craftsmanship of the past. Every purchase is carefully and thoughtfully packed — and we look forward to serving you (again). To explore all our 1000+ listings, simply click the button labeled 'View All From Seller'. Warm regards, Henk and the Studio Team Tags: arts and crafts pendant light, 1920s mosaic lamp, opaline glass light, hammered brass chandelier, jugendstil lighting, antique ceiling light, craftsman style pendant, vintage opaline pendant...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Lighting

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Metal, Brass, Wire

Cast Bronze Sconce, Brasa Finish, Flor de Bronce Collection
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the layered significance of the calla lily in Mexican culture, this collection blends the bold heft of cast bronze with sculpted, flowing curves that echo the flower’s fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Art Nouveau Lighting

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Bronze

Swedish Pinewood Chandelier in the style of Solbackens Svarveri, 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Swedish pinewood chandelier in the style of Solbackens Svarveri, 1970s 4-lights, glass bowls, e16 lamps. Intact glass, good condition.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Lighting

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Glass, Wood

Italian vintage Murano chandelier - 41 orange glasses.
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 41 glass petals (transparent and orange) in a golden painted metal frame. This chandelier is a unique piece, glass created for this uni...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Art Glass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Stone, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A fossil stone table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 6.65"H x 3.0"W x 3.0"D Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 9.5” H x 8” Diamete...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Stone

Venetian Lantern Mid-Century Murano Glass Blown Caged, 1940s
Located in Palermo, IT
Venetian Lantern Mid-Century Murano Glass Blown Caged, 1940s Handcrafted by Murano glass masters. Inside the glass you can see small air bubbles that testify to its authenticity. Goo...
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1940s Italian Vintage Lighting

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Metal

Spanish Crown Sunburst fixture XXL in Gilt Metal and frost Glass , circa 1950
Located in La xara, VC
Large Spanish crown light in gilt metal and frosted glass, Spain, 1950s. Midcentury antique gilt iron frame or pendant with laurel leaf motifs surrounding a central frosted glass dif...
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1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Italian Designer, Adjustable Table Lamp, Brass, Acrylic, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, acrylic table lamp designed and produced by an Italian Designer, Italy, 1950s. Dimensions variable, measured as illustrated in first image. Socket takes E-14 bulb. There ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Brass

Art Deco Style Vinyl Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, Germany 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco Style Vinyl Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, Germany 1950. Large Mid-century Vinyl flush mount, Germany 1950. This light features a stretched vinyl shade with brass and aluminum h...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Aluminum

French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.9"H x 6.5"W x 6.5"D Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.4” H x ...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal

Soundlight N3 Black Floor Lamp by Bronzetto
Located in Milan, IT
Playfully shaped like an old-fashioned microphone, this stunning lamp is a sophisticated addition to both a classic and modern interior. Its structure in aluminum has a black lacquer...
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2010s Italian Lighting

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Metal

Pair of Italian Wall Sconces in Brass, Lacquered Metal, and Opaline Glass, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of wall-mounted sconces designed and produced in Italy during the 1950s. Each fixture features a conical opaline glass shade supported by a brass arm extending from a round bras...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal, Brass

German Mid-Century "Cocoon" Flower Chandelier by Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and pretty Flower German "Cocoon" Chandelier. This Chandelier was designed and manufactured during the 1960s in Germany by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten. This Chandelier...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal

American Designer, Free Form Table Lamp, Wood, Brass, US, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and wood free form table lamp, designed and produced in the United States, c. 1950s. All lighting will be converted for US usage. We are unable to confirm that any electrica...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Brass

French “Clichy” Grey Beige Reeded Glass Pendant Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French “Clichy” grey beige coloured reeded glass pendant lamp 2 meter black cotton flex E14 bulb holder Weight : 0.80 kg / 1.8 lb E14 bulb holder. Priced per individual item. All ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Nouveau Lighting

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Brass

Stunning and Rare Pair of 1930s Art Deco Table or Bedside Lamps Made of Bakelite
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and beautiful pair of original bakelite Art Deco lamps – Also suitable as wall lights. As specialists in early 20th-century lighting, we know how rare it is to find a matching ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Lighting

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Metal

Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Wall Light, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and red-lacquered metal wall light produced by Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Sweden, c. 1950s. Measured as shown. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 13.0"H x 12.25"W x 11.0"D Back...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 12.5"H x 13.0"W x 6.5"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4.0"H x 1...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Brass

Italian Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and black-lacquered metal wall light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 4.6” H x 2.7” W x 8.2“ D (measured fully extended) B...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Art Déco Pendant Light, 1920s - 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Art Déco Pendelleuchte aus den 1920er - 1940er Jahren mit schön marmoriertem Glasschirm und Seilaufhängung in gutem Originalzustand. Der beige Glaschirm hat eine schöne Formgebung mi...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Lighting

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Teak, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak, brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.125"H x 3.0"W x 3.5"D Back Plate Dimensions (In...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Brass

Vilhelm Wohlert, Wall Light, Wood, Paper, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A folded beige fabric and wood wall light designed by Vilhelm Wohlert and produced by Le Klint, Denmark, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.75"H x 10.5"W x 10.0"D Back Plate ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Wood, Paper

Mid-Century Beige "Palm" Cocoon Table Lamp by Castiglioni, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous mid-century palm cocoon table lamp in spectacular conditions, with no rips or stains. This incredibly charming and rare lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni and produce...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal, Steel

Mid-Century Modern Brass Chandelier by Lamperti Production Italy 1960
Located in Palermo, IT
The elegance of this chandelier is the right word. Stunning and of considerable size. Brass structure with six glass balls. The peculiarity is the pearl effect that the glass balls h...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Murano Glass Ceiling Lamp 6-Lights Barovier & Toso 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Murano glass ceiling lamp 6-lights Barovier & Toso 1980s Good condition, intact glass, gold metal structure. Diameter 75 cm. We guarantee fast and insured shipping with adequate pac...
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1980s Italian Vintage Lighting

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Murano Glass

Modernist Table Lamp Palette
Located in Oxford, GB
The Pallete Table Lamp distills the bold, organic-meets-geometric appeal of its floor lamp counterpart into a refined, space-saving design. Perfect for desks, bedside tables, or cons...
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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Rattan

Set of 2 Murano Glass Ceiling Lights, in the Style of Barovier & Toso 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Murano Glass Ceiling Lights, in the style of Barovier & Toso 1980s Each has two E27 lamps. Intact glass. Metal structures. Found in an apartment in my city, Palermo. We gua...
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1980s Italian Vintage Lighting

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Murano Glass

Art Deco Chandelier 5-armed with Ball Shaped Shades by Fog & Mørup Denmark 1930s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Art Deco 5-armed chandelier manufactured by the Danish Lamp company Fog & Mørup in Copenhagen in the 1930s. The frame is made of shiny chromium plated metal with five ball shaped sha...
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1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Chrome

Pair of glass wall sconces - 6 alabaster pink disks
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Pair of Vintage Italian Murano appliques in Vistosi style. Wall lights have 6 glass for each, pink alabaster glasses. Nickel metal frame. Period: late 20th century Dimensions: 11.80...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Art Glass

Austrian Mid-Century Pair of "Citrus" Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and stunning Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were desiigned and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Franken KG....
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Hans Agne Jakobsson Wall Lamps Brass Opaline Glass Sconces Swedish 50s
Located in Basel, BS
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson wall lamps in opaline glass and brass, made by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Sweden in the 1950s. The brass has a dark patina, polished upon request. Opaline...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lighting

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Brass

Shagreen Sculptural Floor Lamp with Shell and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Lighting

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Brass

Mid Century Modeline Table Lamp Designed by Arthur Jacobs c 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Incredible mid century table lamp, designed by Arthur Jacobs for the Modeline Lamp Company, circa 1950's. Considered the pinnacle of American lamp design, this piece is truly a coll...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Mid-Century Fish Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Fish pendant lamp made of wicker. A wonderfully playful design. A lamp with character, literally. The wicker body of the lamp forms a fish body with its mouth wide open. Inside is a...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Wicker, Plastic

Mid-Century Studio Pottery Table Lamp from Visby Denmark, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Studio Pottery Table Lamp from Visby Denmark, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark, It is completely authentic for any...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Ceramic, Paper

Set of 2 Mid-Century Swiss Space Age Guggerli L3 Floor Lamp for Baltensweiler
Located in Hamburg, DE
Very rare floor lamps from the Swiss manufacturer Baltensweiler designed by Rosemarie and Rico Baltensweiler in the 60s. The design of the Guggerli lamps is very simple. The glass s...
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20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

Rare Mid-Century Pendant Light by Temde Leuchten, Germany, 1960s. Free Shipping
Located in Lisse, NL
Sculptural Organic Modernism in Wood and Woven fabric. This exceptional pendant light was designed by Temde Leuchten, one of Germany's leading mid-century lighting manufacturers, kn...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Wire

Anima Table Lamp by Davide Groppi in Matt Black
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
Anima / Table Lamp by Davide Groppi - Giorgio Rava It’s the emotion of an indirect light with an aesthetic poised between Scandinavian and Japanese design, two apparently distant c...
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2010s Italian Modern Lighting

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Metal

Italian Mid-Century Pair of White Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Mazzega, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and lovely Pair of Italian Murano white glass Wall Sconces from 70s. These fixtures were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Italy by Mazzega. Mazzega lie in the nob...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Teak, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, glass and teak chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.5"H x 14.25"W x 14.25"D Stem Length (inches): 9.0" Dimensions of Cano...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern German Hollywood Regency Style Brass Table Lamp from Goldkant
Located in Hamburg, DE
Impressive table lamp from the renowned manufacturer Goldkant. The lamp impresses with its ornamental design and high-quality materials. The segmented base and the shape of the umbr...
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1960s German Hollywood Regency Vintage Lighting

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Metal

Sunburst Foliage Floral Ceiling Light Fixture / Chandelier
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding spanish foliage floral sunburst flush mount ceiling light in gilt iron, Ferro Art, 1950s To be used as ceiling light fixture or as chandelier / pendant light adding a cha...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron

Gino Sarfatti Wall Lamp Sconce for Arteluce, Italy 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular and iconic sconce designed by Gino Sarfatti and Archimede Seguso and produced by Arteluce in Italy during the 1950s. This incredibly elegant and unique sconce is in fabu...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Steel, Chrome

Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Brass Pendant Kitchen Task Lamp Light
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Frill Pendant Light – A An early French glass coolie pendant light. The conical milk glass shade has been hand spun from opaque glass with a clear f...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting

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Brass

Spanish Rattan Flower Shaped Large Pendant Hanging Light / Lantern
Located in Barcelona, ES
Flower Shaped Rattan Ceiling Pendant, Large Size. Spain, 1960s This large pendant has an eye-catching flower design featuring 4 layered rattan petals joining between them as a flower...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Cane, Rattan

Rare Extra Large Murano Glas Table Lamp by Barovier & Toso, ca. 1960s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare and very large mid -century Murano glass mushroom table lamp by Barovier& Toso, Italy, circa 1960s. Socket: 3 x e14 for standard screw bulbs. New wiring for US standards on requ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Brass

Vintage and Antique Lighting for Sale: Unique Table Lamps, Floor Lamps, Sconces and Other Lighting for Your Home

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

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