Sculptor, painter and designer Margit Wittig has over the years gained a following of interior designers and collectors who are drawn to her modern bespoke lighting, screens and occasional furniture. Among them is noted British interior designer and founder of Firmdale Hotels, Kit Kemp, who once described Wittig’s versatile pieces as “curious, intriguing, classical yet lyrical.”
Born in Germany, Wittig grew up in creative surroundings. Her mother, an artist, encouraged her to paint watercolors of their garden and they would create festive Christmas ornaments using old wax candles.
Although she initially trained as a physiotherapist, Wittig quit the profession when she moved to the United States in 1997. She later left the U.S. for London, then a mother of two young children, and decided to pursue an art career.
Wittig studied sculpture and stone carving at the Art Academy in London and studied metalwork at Central Saint Martins. For her sculptures, Wittig drew inspiration from her years of observing the human form in her role as a physiotherapist. She also cites sculptors Constantin Brancusi and Alberto Giacometti as notable influences.
Wittig found herself incorporating her sculptures — as well as other objects she made in resin and glass — into functional and artistic table lamps. Although it began as a hobby, Wittig’s handcrafted decorative lighting soon caught the attention of London’s interior designers.
In 2016, Wittig officially established her studio. Over the past several years, she has expanded her lighting collection to include wall sconces and chandeliers. Wittig has also branched out into designing and making other furniture such as sculptural candlesticks, mirrors and her Manhattan Cube, which is technically a side table that can double as a stool.
Wittig’s table lamps and candlesticks are included in the décor of Firmdale Hotels’ The Whitby in New York and Ham Yard Hotel in London. Her pieces have also been featured in several international publications such as The English Home, House and Garden, ELLE Decoration, the New York Times and Architectural Digest, to name a few.
On 1stDibs, find a range of Margit Wittig lighting, decorative objects and seating.
'Charm' Sculptural Contemporary Wall Light in Amethyst & Bronze Patina
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
The 'Charm' wall light with amethyst and bronze-patina hand-sculpted components is cast in Margit Wittig's London-based studio. The abstract finish on the wall plate enhances the org...
Metal
Silhouette Sculptural Contemporary Wall Light in Bronze Color by Margit Wittig
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
UK customers please note: displayed prices do not include VAT. This Margit Wittig wall light with bronze pigments and hand-sculpted components is cast in her London-based studio. Th...
Metal
Silhouette Wall Light in Emerald and Blackened Metal Finish by Margit Wittig
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
This Margit Wittig wall light with emerald resin hand-sculpted components is cast in her London-based studio. The hand-patinated gold finish enhances the organic surface texture, a b...
Metal
Silhouette Sculptural Contemporary Wall Light in White by Margit Wittig
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
This Margit Wittig wall light with emerald resin hand-sculpted components is cast in her London-based studio. The hand-patinated gold finish enhances the organic surface texture, a b...
Metal
$10,008 / set
H 40.16 in W 14.02 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Forged Metal in White Gold Finish with Silk Lampshade Wall Lights
By Porta Romana
Located in Brescia, IT
This is a pair of wall light that can't be un-noticed with yheir important height. The light that goes through the lampshade becomes dramatic and it is possible to obtein a stunning ...
Metal
$6,314
H 31.5 in Dm 7.88 in
Italian wall light 50's counterweight in brass and metal attributed to Oluce
By Oluce
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Wall lamp of the 50's attributed to the Italian publishing house Oluce. Structure in steel and solid brass, black lacquered metal shade (original paint). Brass counterweight allowing...
Metal, Brass
Blackened Gold Iliakos Wall Light by Lisa Allegra
Located in Geneve, CH
Blackened Gold Iliakos wall light by Lisa Allegra Dimensions: W 12 x D 8 x H 54 cm Materials: Ceramic Additional I...
Other
$1,572 / item
H 8.08 in W 3.94 in D 3.75 in
Contemporary Golden Brass Elbow Wall Light by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Narrow Brass Elbow Wall Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 10 x D 9.5 x H 20.5 cm Materials: Brass. Available in blackened, aluminum, and brass. Elbow Wall Light is available in t...
Brass
$3,235 / item
H 11.417 in W 18.504 in D 12.992 in
Lladró Nightbloom Wall Light in White by Marcel Wanders
By MARCEL WANDERS, Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Porcelain wall lamp with a spectacular design inspired by the petals of a flower delicately swaying in the breeze. This work is part of the lighting collection created by Marcel Wand...
Aluminum
$5,004
H 40.16 in W 14.02 in D 6.5 in
Forged Steel in White Gold Finish with Silk Lampshade Wall Light
By Porta Romana
Located in Brescia, IT
This is a wall light that can't be un-noticed with its important height. The light that goes through the lampshade becomes dramatic and it is possible to obtein a room with glamour a...
Metal
$2,452 / item
H 4.73 in W 7.49 in D 7.88 in
Contemporary Conical Golden Bronze Wall Light by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Conical Bronze Wall Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 19 x D 20 x H 12 cm Materials: Bronze Lost wax cast in solid bronze, the conical up light is our most complex production cast...
Bronze
$216Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 5.52 in Dm 5.52 in
Martinelli Luce Tube 1261 Large Metal Wall Light by Elio Martinelli
By Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wall lamp direct and indirect light by Elio Martinelli. Support in resin and aluminum reflector in white lacquered color. Technical specifications: Materials: Structure: Resin Diffuser: Metal Bulbs: LED: 1 x 12 W E27 Class: A+ Device specifications: Type of emission: Diffused Power: 12 W Flow lamp...
Metal
Gilded Metal Leaf and Flower Wall Sconce Light Fixture
By Arthur Court
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Hollywood Regency style gilt metal wall light fixture.
Houseof Brass Diffuser Wall Light in Metal with LED Bulb
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
This versatile, low-profile wall light is part of the houseof diffuser family. The round shade folds to diffuses a warm illuminating glow. Ideal for a living space or bedroom. Brass ...
Metal
$2,741 / item
H 4.73 in W 7.49 in D 7.88 in
Contemporary Blackened Bronze Conical Wall Light by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Blackened Bronze Conical Up Wall Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 19 x D 20 x H 12 cm Materials: Bronze Lost wax cast in solid bronze, the conical wall light is our most complex ...
Bronze
$2,870 / item
H 3.55 in W 31.5 in D 4.93 in
VeniceM Urban Lightline Wall Light in Burnished Brass & Metal by Massimo Tonetto
By VeniceM, Massimo Tonetto
Located in Mogliano Veneto, TV
Wall lamp with indirect light. Light burnished brass structure and matte black perforated metal lampshade. Location: Interior Light source: 1×13W LED 1330lm 2700°K CRI90 Voltag...
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 17.72 in W 7.88 in D 11.03 in
Custom order Yechezkel, 2qty Silhouette Sconce Emerald, Dark Brass
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
This Margit Wittig wall light with emerald resin hand-sculpted components is cast in her London-based studio. The hand-patinated gold finish enhances the organic surface texture, a b...
Metal
Sold
H 18.12 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Tina's custom order 2x Sconces in Emerald and Brass by Margit Wittig
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
This Margit Wittig wall light with emerald resin hand-sculpted components is cast in her London-based studio. The hand-patinated gold finish enhances the organic surface texture, a b...
Brass
Sold
H 14.97 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Customised Order for Shannon #2 Scones, Nickel Finish, no shades, no End Balls
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
This Margit Wittig wall light (sconce) which features a bronze-resin pearl sitting below a hand-sculpted resin bird in flight cast in her London-based stud...
Nickel
Sold
H 18.12 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Gina's custom order 2x Sconces in Emerald and Brass by Margit Wittig
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
This Margit Wittig wall light with emerald resin hand-sculpted components is cast in her London-based studio. The hand-patinated gold finish enhances the organic surface texture, a b...
Brass