J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
In 1881, Julius August Kalmar founded Kalmar, a Viennese company that produced handcrafted objects of cast bronze. Kalmar developed a fine reputation and exhibited internationally often, but it was Kalmar’s son, Julius Theodor (J.T.) Kalmar, who took over in 1913 and made the company shine with its modernist lighting.
Having studied at the Birmingham School of Art and Design and under the Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann at the Vienna School of Applied Arts, J.T. was deeply inspired by the shift to modernity taking place in Europe and sought to work with the leading architects and designers of his time, including Austrian Werkbund architects Josef Frank and Oskar Wlach as well as Ernst Plischke, Clemens Holzmeister and Oswald Haerdtl. Similar to the Wiener Werkstätte cooperative cofounded by Hoffmann that prized materials, form and function, Kalmar viewed his company’s lighting fixtures as “quite humble things” meant to “fit in and serve their purpose of functionally illuminating spaces without glare.”
In 1925, Kalmar began selling in Haus und Garten, the forward-looking decor shop founded by Frank and Wlach. By 1931, a close partnership with the Austrian Werkbund association of architects, artists and craftsmen allowed the company to realize its vision of early 20th-century modernity — a distinctly Viennese pairing of traditional workmanship with contemporary technology. These collaborations included chandeliers and other fixtures using traditional materials such as glass, bronze and brass while focusing on function over ornamentation. As the company grew, so too did the scope of its projects, and soon Kalmar was installing extravagant chandeliers for the Vienna State Opera, the Burgtheater, Vienna stock exchange and other sites.
Under the guidance of Rudolf Calice, J.T. Kalmar’s son-in-law, the 1960s saw Kalmar’s popularity grow, thanks in part to the success of more decorative pieces like the ice-glass fixtures created with Austrian sculptor Karl Gruber. Thomas Calice, the great-grandson of Kalmar’s founder, led the company in the 1990s and its expansion to international lighting projects while shifting away from serial production. In 2009, Thomas’s son August Chalice established Kalmar Werkstätten to produce fixtures that reference the Kalmar archives but also feature updates on the iconic designs. Kalmar continues to produce bespoke fixtures while also working on custom lighting projects around the world, from cruise ships to the Burj Khalifa.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage J.T. Kalmar lighting that includes chandeliers, wall lights, floor lamps and other fixtures.
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Creator: J.T. Kalmar
Four Modulare Kalmar Flush Mount Lights or Sconces, Chrome Cast Glass, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four modulare and square light fixtures model 'Cubus' (German 'Würfel') by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
They are made ...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Large murano ice glass ceiling lamp by J.T.Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Amazing ice murano glass ceiling lamp by J.T.Kalmar made in Austria in the 1960s.
The history of the company J.T.Kalmar (Austria) is the history of five generations.
J.T.Kalmar was ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage ice murano glass ceiling lamp by J.T.Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage large ice murano ceiling lamp by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960s.
J.T.Kalmar is an Austrian company specializing in the design and production of lighting, furniture and interior...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Murano Glass
One of Three Kalmar Flush Mount Lights or Sconces, Brass Cast Ice Glass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three square light fixtures model 'Cubus' (German 'Würfel') by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s).
They are made of ...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Ceiling Lamp, circa 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Kalmar ceiling lamp circa 1960s
Original condition.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Nickel
Tree Trunk Ice Glass Flush Mount by Kalmar Franken KG, Germany 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Tree Trunk Ice Glass Flush Mount by Kalmar Franken KG, Germany 1960s
This large flush mount was produced in Austria by Kalmar in the 1960s. It is composed of 12 thick textured ice g...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Square Kalmar Flush Mount Light or Sconce, Brass Cast Ice Glass, 1970, 1 of 3
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three fixtures model 'Cubus' (German 'Würfel') by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s).
They are made of polished bras...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Flush Mount Light 'Tropfen', Glass and Stainless Chromium Steel, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A rare flush mount light fixture model 'Tropfen' (engl. Drops) by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The lamp is made of polished st...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Stainless Steel
Kalmar Large 1970s Blown Glass Light
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful 1970s handblown textured ribbon glass and gold tinted polished brass ceiling or wall light by the German maker, Kalmar.
Newly rewired.
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
$2,200 Sale Price
42% Off
One of Four Kalmar Flush Mount Lights 'Pagoda', Glass Nickel, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four large flush mount chandeliers "Pagoda" or "Pagode" by Kalmar, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s).
Each chandelier takes...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Nickel, Chrome
One of Two Modulare Kalmar Flush Mount Lights or Sconces, Brass Ice Glass, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two modulare and square light fixtures model 'Cubus' (German 'Würfel') by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s).
They are made of polished brass and frosted cubic glass...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Six Modulare Square Kalmar 'Cubus' Flush Mount Lights or Sconces, Austria, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of six modulare and square light fixtures model 'Cubus' (German 'Würfel') by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
They are made of polished stainless chromium steel and frosted cubic glasses...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Kalmar Glass Flush Ceiling Lights
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful pair of blown glass ceiling lights by J.T. Kalmar . Two light sources.
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1960s Austrian Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
$3,600 / set
Kalmar Large "Granada" Ice Crystal Glass & Brass Flushmount Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Austrian made rare large 'Granada' model with brass hardware and ice crystal glass flush mount chandelier by Kalmar, circa 1970. Featuring eight hanging glass elements resembling ice crystals suspended from a polished brass flushmount.
Perfect for any midcentury or Hollywood Regency style home and perfect as an opulent powder room light, over a dining room table or for romantic bedroom lighting...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Brass, Metal
Gorgeous 18" Kalmar Pyramid Flush Mount Tulipan Murano Glass, Vienna, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Gorgeous pyramid flush mount chandelier with white Tulipan Murano glasses on a nickel frame. The handcrafted onion shaped glass balls hanging down ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Nickel
Three Large Kalmar Sconces Flush Mount Lights 'RS 6 WA' Glass Aluminum 1970
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three six-arm wall lamps or flush mount light fixtures model 'RS 6 WA' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury in 1970s.
Each light is made of polished aluminum an...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Nickel, Chrome, Aluminum
One of Two J.T. Kalmar Franken Brown and Clear Flush Mounts Wall Lights, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Rijssen, NL
A rare pair of flush mounts /wall lights, gorgeous and stylish, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria, 1960s. With a handcrafted thick ice glass plate attached to the center. With ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Brass
Stunning Designer Cascading Chandelier Murano Glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special cascading chandelier designed by Kalmar, manufactured in Austria, circa 1970s with 4 textured Murano glasses.
stunning light effect.
Sockets: 4 x E14 small bulb. (each 40...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Frosted Cube and Polished Brass Flush Mount by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
This brilliant midcentury flush mount chandelier was realized by the esteemed Austrian producer J.T. Kalmar, circa 1960. It features a square polished brass frame with five cylindric...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
1950 Austria Kalmar Drum Flush Mount Chandelier Glass Tubes & Chrome
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant drum chandelier with circular glass tubes on a chromed frame. Designed by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1950s.
Lighting: takes four large Edison E27 base screw bulbs.
Condit...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Space Age frosted glass round flush mount J.T. Kalmar Austria 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Space Age clear and frosted glass round flush mount or wall lamp designed by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, circa the 1960s.
This stunning and iconic Space Age lighting fixture s...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Kalmar Flush Mount Lights, Chrome Murano Glass, 1970s
By Mazzega, Venini, Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of fantastic Mid-Century modern light fixtures model 'Catena' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufatured in 1970s.
It consists of a polished chrome plate with 18 organic and ribbon-...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Mid Century Modern Brass J. T. Kalmar Sunburst Vintage Flush Mount Vienna, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage flush mount or chandelier sunburst like with ten slightly curved brass arms from up to down with ten sockets E 14.
A gorgeous flush mount from brass design...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Space Age frosted glass round flush mount J.T. Kalmar Austria 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Space Age clear and frosted glass round flush mount or wall lamp designed by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, circa the 1960s.
This stunning and iconic Space Age lighting fixture s...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Large Austrian Vintage White Ice Glass Wall Ceiling Light Flush Mount 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare square textured white (not clear) murano glass flush mount by J.T. Kalmar.
Austria, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: Four x E27 (US E26)
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Murano Glass
J.T. Kalmar Elegant Cut Glass Flush Mount Light Fixture 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully patterned, drum shape, cut glass light fixture by renowned Austrian lighting manufacturer J.T. Kalmar. Bring light and beauty to your space with this elegant flush mount ...
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1960s Austrian Bohemian Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
JT Kalmar Patterned Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
This shallow dish flush mount fixture by Austrian lighting manufacturer JT Kalmar has a pattern that looks like raindrops in a pool of water. Three 60-watt bulbs provide just the rig...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Crystal Glass & Gilt Brass Chandelier Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Austrian made 'Palazzo' ice crystal glass chandelier by Kalmar, circa 1970. Featuring twenty-six hanging glass elements resembling melting ice crystals suspended from a 24-karat gold...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Set of Three Pieces of a Huge Kalmar Three-Tier Glass Flush Mount with Crystals
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Huge Kalmar three-tier glass flush mount with crystals.
Polished and stove enameled.
The chandelier is lighted with nine bulbs.
3 are availa...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Large Kalmar Sconce Flush Mount Lights 'RS 6 WA' Glass Aluminum 1970, 1 of 3
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three six-arm wall lamps or flush mount light fixtures model 'RS 6 WA' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury in 1970s.
Each light is made of polished aluminum and 6 handblown bubble glass lamp shades with a diameter of 4.7 inch (12 cm) per shade.
Each fixture takes six E14 candelabra screw base 40W maximum bulbs or LEDs.
Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to install this fixture in all countries (US, UK, Europe, Asia, Canada,) although it may be necessary to purchase different light bulbs suitable to local electricity. It also can be used with a dimmer.
They can by mounted in many different ways: with horizontally or vertically oriented arms and on walls or ceilings.
The lights are documented in the Kalmar catalogue from 1973.
The price is per fixture. They will be sold individually, as pair or as set of three lamps...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Glass Tulipan Flush Mount J.T. Kalmar 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage flush mount or chandelier Tulipan from brass and glass by Kalmar Austria, Vienna, 1960s.
An amazing and delicate flush mount or chandelier with forty ( 40 ...
Category
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Dome Shaped Kalmar Flush Mount on a Brass Base, 1980
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Bronx, NY
Large dome shaped Kalmar Flush Mount on a brass base, 1980 Round clear glass diffuser dome shaped thick and heavy glass that is smooth on the outside and matte on the inside hold by ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Granada Cascade Glass Chandelier by Kalmar Austria, Vienna, 1960
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Bronx, NY
Kalmar Granada cascade glass chandelier by Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, 1960
Five individual glass elements with a chrome finial, the glass has texture that gives the impression of ice, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
$3,540 Sale Price
40% Off
Dome Shaped Flush Mount, Kalmar Austria, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Bronx, NY
Dome shaped glass with waffle texture on a brass mount glass is lid up by four Edison ceramic sockets.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
$3,575 Sale Price
35% Off
Kalmar Chandelier, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Bronx, NY
Kalmar chandelier, Vienna Austria, 1970.
Chrome frame with three thick large ice looking glass elements with a European centre socket.
Glass is in excellent condition high quality Ka...
Category
20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Small Kalmar Chandeliers Citrus Swirl Smoked Glass, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of gorgeous murano glass pendant lights by Kalmar, 1960s. High quality smoked swirl ice glass, 6 clear twisted crystal glass panels with a light gold dish amber colored stripe...
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1960s Austrian Other Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Plaffoniere with Murano Glass Crystals made bu J.T. Kalmar Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Oirlo, LI
J.T. Kalmar Plaffoniere with Murano glass crystals, Austria 1960
A beautiful two-layer Murano glass tronchi recessed ceiling lamp designed by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar Franconia, Vie...
Category
1970s Austrian Hollywood Regency Vintage J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
J.t. Kalmar flush mount for sale on 1stDibs.
J.T. Kalmar flush mount are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of J.T. Kalmar flush mount, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original flush mount by J.T. Kalmar were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider flush mount by Kalmar Lighting, Emil Stejnar, and Rupert Nikoll. Prices for J.T. Kalmar flush mount can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $391 and can go as high as $65,353, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,970.