Though Bruno Gatta founded Stilnovo way back in 1946, it is still one of the most instantly recognizable names in lighting. Gatta (1904–76) began his business in Milan, and, like many European creatives designing furniture and decor in the wake of World War II, he leaned toward the new wave of mass-market and streamlined styles. In fact, Stilnovo loosely translates to “new style” in Italian, and vintage Stilnovo chandeliers, floor lamps and other lighting have endured as a practical choice for those looking to bring innovative and forward-thinking design into their homes.
Soon after Stilnovo was established, Gatta’s lighting fixtures were applauded throughout Europe for their novel industrial materials as well as their unique yet functional shapes. Italy during the mid-20th century was completely revolutionary, and Bruno Gatta and Stilnovo’s head designer, Angelo Gaetano Sciolari, helped shape the era.
When the 1960s arrived, Stilnovo was experiencing such a boom that the company opened a new production plant in Lainate. One of the brand’s most famous pieces, Giovanni Luigi Gorgoni’s quirky 1965 Buonanotte spherical table lamp, became a best seller.
Gatta partnered with some of the most well-known names in design, including Ettore Sottsass, Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Joe Colombo and Gae Aulenti. Sottsass’s pieces for Stilnovo, including the 1977 Valigia four-legged table lamp, the 1968 Lampros chandelier and Manifesto ceiling light, and the Castiglionis’ 1957 Saliscendi pendant light fixtures are some of the brand’s most recognizable to date. In 1978, De Pas, D’Urbino and Lomazzi designed the Fante lamp with an adjustable reflector that playfully recalls a broad-brimmed hat.
Stilnovo’s designs, including Danilo and Corrado Aroldi’s flexible Periscope table lamp, were featured in the 1972 exhibition “Italy: The New Domestic Landscape” at the Museum of Modern Art. While Stilnovo continued to operate with new designer collaborations after Gatta’s death, it closed its doors in 1988.
Italian art director Massimo Anselmi acquired the company in 2012 and rereleased several of Stilnovo’s most celebrated pieces. Then in 2019, lighting giant Linea Light Group purchased Stilnovo and relaunched its classic designs with contemporary touches like LED lighting systems.
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Stilnovo Midcentury Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1950s, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This mid-century modern ceiling lamp from the renowned Italian manufacturer Stilnovo, dating back to the 1950s, is a masterpiece of timeless elegance. The lamp features an oval-shape...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Stilnovo Brass and Opaline Glass Double Sconces, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brescia, Brescia
An elegant and increasingly difficult-to-find pair of wall sconces produced by Stilnovo, Italy, during the 1960s. Defined by their restrained geometric composition, these fixtures pe...
Brass
Stilnovo Adjustable Table Lamp in Red Metal, Brass and Green Glass, Italy 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Roma, IT
Striking and unique mid-century adjustable table lamp in a refined combination of solid brass, nile green crystal, and red enameled metal. This wonderful lamp was designed by Stilnov...
Crystal, Metal, Brass
1950s Italian Chandelier by Stilnovo in Brass, Black Enamel, and Opaline Glass
By Stilnovo
Located in Rome, IT
Original chandelier produced in Italy during the 1950s by Stilnovo, a rare and highly valuable piece of mid-century lighting design. The structure is composed of a circular brass fr...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Polished Brass & Green Enamel 12 Light Chandelier by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-Century Modernist twelve-light chandelier by Stilnovo, crafted in Italy circa 1960, is a striking example of the brand's iconic approach to functional elegance and cutting-e...
Brass, Enamel
Stilnovo Flush Mount Ceiling Lights, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo flush mount ceiling light Made in Italy in 1960s. Textured glass, enameled metal, brass. Each takes 3 medium base bulbs each. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Price i...
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo Original Black Opal Glass Pendant Lights (4x), Italy, 1950
By Stilnovo, Bruno Gatta
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Stilnovo pendant lights (marked) Italy, 1950; Applied manufacturer's label to outer shade. Two pairs (2x2) priced as such. Early vintage original lights. We have 4 pieces avail...
Aluminum, Brass
$4,800 / set
Stilnovo sconces set of 2, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo sconces, set of 2 Made in Italy in 1960s Opaline glass, brass, enameled metal Take 1 medium bulb each. FREE rewiring for US with a custom made backplates upon request. Pric...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Italian Vintage White Glass and Brass Stilnovo Wall Lights Sconces 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful pair of Mid Century vintage matte opaline glass and brass wall lights. Italy, 1950s. Lamp sockets: 1x
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo ceiling pendant in opaline glass and brass, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo ceiling pendant Designed and made in Italy, 1960s Opaline glass, textured glass diffuser. Brass with beautiful patina. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Takes one medi...
Brass
Pair of Stilnovo Midcentury Pendants in Opaline Glass and Metal, Italy, 1960s
By (After) Gio Ponti, Stilnovo
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning and unique pair of mid-century pendant lamps in opaline glass and black lacquered metal. This elegant set was produced by Stilnovo in Italy during the 1960s. Fully original...
Metal, Iron
A MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST Table Lamp by STILNOVO, Italy 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in PARIS, FR
A radical directional and adjustable table lamp, Modernist, Space-Age, cylindrical base in black granite metal, 2 vertical axes of square section, adjustable cylindrical lampshade in...
Metal
Stilnovo Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo flush mount ceiling light Made in Italy in 1960s. Opaline glass, patinated brass. Takes 1 medium base bulbs. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Glass only diameter is 1...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Acrylic and Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant Italian ceiling lamp by Stilnovo from the 1960s is a stunning example of mid-century modern design. The centerpiece is a beautifully crafted opaline glass shade, further...
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo Brass And Glass Chandelier, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Large Stilnovo chandelier from the 1950s. Polished brass structure (partially patinated in a darker hue) with large satin glass diffusers and brass finials Very nice original conditi...
Brass
Pair of Adjustable Sconces in Brass and Green Metal, Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful pair of adjustable wall sconces in brass and soft green enameled metal. These stylish and elegant lights were produced in Italy during the 1950s and are attributed to Stil...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Orange Glass Ceiling Lamp by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This striking mid-century pendant lamp was produced by the renowned Italian lighting manufacturer Stilnovo in the 1960s. The design features a bold, rounded shade made of vibrant ora...
Metal
Mid-Century Pair of Sconces by Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century pair of sconces by Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps Brushed satin glass diffusers and brass. Lamp is in very good condition. These ...
Brass
Stilnovo Bruno Gatta Ceiling Lamps Glass Flush Mounts Model 1152, Italy 1960
By Bruno Gatta, Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Very scarce set of multiple flush-mounts by Stilnovo (marked), Italy 1960 Sold and priced per item. 7 out of 23 are still available. Dimensions re 14.57" x 4.72" Early vintage origi...
Brass, Aluminum
Mid-Century Pair of Sconces by Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century pair of sconces by Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps Brushed satin glass diffusers and brass. Lamp is in very good condition. These ...
Brass
Blitz table lamp green Stilnovo Italian modern
By Trabucco, Vecchi, Volpi, Stilnovo
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Steel table or desk lamp designed by Trabucco, Vecchi & Volpi for Stilnovo. It was designed in the 70s. Color is green, cable is black. Sculptural form made by bending one steel pla...
Steel
Pair of Italian Wall Lights Model 2085 by Stilnovo, 1950
By Stilnovo, Bruno Gatta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful pair of articulate Italian wall lights Model 2085 by Bruno Gatta, manufactured by Stilnovo, 1950s, with red enameled, perforated shades on swivel brass arms, individual on/...
Metal, Brass
$701Sale Price|40% Off
Vintage Stilnovo Acrylic & Brass Table Lamp Mid-Century Modern Italian Design
By Stilnovo
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Rare vintage 1950s Stilnovo table lamp with a white adjustable acrylic shade on a solid brass tripod base. Manufacturer: Stilnovo, Milano...
Brass
Mid-centuy Modern Ceiling Lamp by Bruno Chiarini for Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy
By Stilnovo, Bruno Chiarini
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-centuy Modern Exclusive Ceiling Lamp by Bruno Chiarini for Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 2x E14 light bulb Wired and...
Brass
Rare Stilnovo Large Chandelier in Brass with Mint Green and Pastel Yellow Shades
By Stilnovo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Stilnovo, chandelier, brass, coated aluminum, Italy, 1950s This refined chandelier by Stilnovo perfectly exemplifies Italian Mid-Century Design from the 1950s. Each shade is crafte...
Aluminum, Brass
1960s Black Metal & Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp by Bruno Gatta for Stilnovo
By Bruno Gatta, Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960s Black Metal & Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp by Bruno Gatta for Stilnovo A quintessentially 1960s Italian design executed in opaline glass, black painted metal with patinated bras...
Metal, Brass
Italian Wall Light by Stilnovo, 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful articulate Italian wall light by Stilnovo, 1950s, with black enameled body, wired for US standards, one E27 socket, max. wattage 60w or LED equivalent, incandescent bulb pr...
Metal, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Chandelier, Brass & Opaline Glass, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A gold-white, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian chandelier, pendant made of hand crafted polished brass, designed and produced by Stilnovo in good condition. The small round sputnik...
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo, Table Lamp, Glass, Metal, Brass, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, glass, yellow and black-lacquered metal table lamp produced by Stilnovo, Italy, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 15.0"H x 13.5"W x 7.75"D Bulb Specificat...
Metal, Brass
Marigold & Brass Midcentury Sconce by Bruno Gatta for Stilnovo - Italy 1960's
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Small 1960s spotlight in marigold color. Hinged at the base of the reflector. Brass structure and lacquered steel shade. Signature present inside the shade and on the brass hinge. Sw...
Brass, Steel
20th Century Italian Pair of Vintage Brass, Opaline Glass Wall Lamps by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern pair of Italian wall lamps made of hand crafted polished brass designed and produced by Stilnovo, in good condition. Each of the wall appliques, sconces ...
Metal, Brass
$1,080Sale Price|40% Off
Stilnovo Steel Iron Umbrella Stand, Italy, 1955
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Stilnovo umbrella stand, Italy, 1955 Nicely sized artisan 24" high vessel for umbrellas or other things that come to mind. It's made from steel and iron and marked at the bottom. Th...
Steel, Iron
Floor Lamp - Design and Manufacturing by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s.
By Stilnovo
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Floor Lamp - Design and Manufacturing by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s. This lamp features opaline glass tubes, a lacquered metal frame and triangular marble base.
Marble, Brass, Steel
Stilnovo Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo flush mount ceiling light Made in Italy in 1960s. Textured glass, enameled metal, brass. Each takes 3 medium base bulbs each. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Price i...
Metal, Brass
Rare Floor Lamp by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960's
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Rare floor lamp produced by Stilnovo in Italy around 1960. The lamp features a slim stem on a circular base with a compact, adjustable dome-shaped shade. The red lacquered metal give...
Metal
1960s Stilnovo Six Murano Ball Brass Ceiling Light
By Stilnovo
Located in Florence, Tuscany
An exceptional Stilnovo solid brass 1960s ceiling light. Made with six brass bastoncini, each with a hand-blown murano glass ball light at the ...
Brass
Stilnovo Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo flush mount ceiling light Made in Italy in 1960s. Textured glass, enameled metal, brass. Takes 3 medium base bulbs. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. FREE US rewiring ...
Metal, Brass
Model 4052 Floor Lamp by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Uccle, BE
Stilnovo floor lamp model 4052 has three opaline glass lantern shades suspended on gilt lacquer arms and black enameled stem ending on a Carrara marble ...
Carrara Marble, Brass, Enamel
'Galassia' Brass and Glass Wall Lamp for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Galassia' Brass and Glass Wall Lamp for Stilnovo. Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the Mid-century era, produci...
Brass
'Galassia' Brass and Glass 2-Armed Wall Lamp for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Galassia' Brass and Glass 2-Armed Wall Lamp for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the Mid-century era, ...
Brass
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' Table Lamp in Green for Stilnovo
By Gae Aulenti, Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' table lamp in green for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the M...
Metal
1950s Stilnovo Opaline Glass & Black Metal Ceiling Lamp
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Stilnovo Opaline Glass & Black Metal Ceiling Lamp. A quintessentially 1950s Italian design executed in black painted metal with an opaline glass diffuser and brass hardwar...
Metal, Brass
Adjustable Wall Light by Stilnovo, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
Adjustable wall light by Stilnovo, 1950s In excellent original condition. To be wired to country specification. Dimensions: W 6.5cm x D 46cm Shade width is 6.5cm at widest part.
Aluminum, Brass
$4,200 / set
Pair of Sconces by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sconces by Stilnovo (Italy, 1960s) Rectangular opal glass sits at a diagonal, revealing a polished brass stem down the center. Each sconce holds a single E26 socket type. We recomm...
Brass
Stilnovo flush mount light model 1152, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo flush mount ceiling light, model 1152. Sandblasted glass, enameled metal. Takes 3 candelabra bulbs. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Price is for 1 light. Five flush ...
Metal
Stilnovo, Pair of Pendant Lights Model 1104, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Stilnovo, Pair of Pendant Lights Model 1104, Italy, 1950s Original pair of pendant or "Ufo" suspension lights manufactured from Stilnovo Italy, Model 1104, with opaline satin glass...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern "Galaxy" Floor Lamp by Stilnovo 1950s Italian Design stamp
By Angelo Lelii, Stilnovo
Located in Palermo, IT
This stunning floor lamp is the iconic Galassia model, designed and produced by the prestigious Italian manufacturer Stilnovo during the 1950s. A masterpiece of mid-century lighting ...
Marble, Brass
Stilnovo Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, Frosted Glass & Brass, 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian chandelier, pendant made of hand blown frosted opaline glass, designed and produced by Stilnovo in good condition. The oval white shade of the ceiling light, lamp is supported by a sculptural polished brass frame, hanging on three long gold suspensions arms, featuring a four light socket. The wires have been renewed. Wear consistent with age and use. circa 1950, Milan, Italy. Measures : Shade: 13.5" Height x 13" diameter Stilnovo was an Italian lighting and design company founded in 1946, in Milan by the well-known Italian designer Bruno Gatta. During the Mid-Century Modern era the Stilnovo brand was one of the most pioneered lighting design companies in Italy, also known as the Stilnovo Period. Well-known artists have worked and designed for Stilnovo, such as the Italian architect and designer Pier Giacomo Castiglioni and Joe Cesare Colombo...
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo, Table Lamp, Metal, Chrome, Acrylic, Italy, 1970s
By Stilnovo
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal, chrome and white acrylic table lamp produced by Stilnovo, Italy, c. 1970s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 16“ H x 15.75“ W x 16” D Bulb Specificat...
Metal, Chrome
'Megafono' Glossy Ivory Double-Shade Wall Lamp for Stilnovo
By Habitat International, Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Megafono' Glossy Ivory Double-Shade Metal Wall Lamp for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the Midcentur...
Metal
Rare Stilnovo 16-Arm Brass Sputnik Chandelier – 92 cm Diameter – Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Catania, CT
Elegant and iconic 16-arm Sputnik chandelier produced by Stilnovo in Italy during the 1950s. This striking mid-century piece is entirely crafted in solid brass and retains its beauti...
Brass
Stilnovo Chandelier, Opaline Glass & Brass, Mid-Century Modern Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo style chandelier Designed and made in Italy 1960s Opaline glass, brass, wood. 6 candelabra sockets. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Height ( overall drop) is adjusta...
Brass
$2,250Sale Price|50% Off
Midcentury Pendant by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare vintage chandelier with frosted glass and lacquered metal shades mounted on brass structure / made in Italy by Stilnovo, circa 1960s Diameter: 16.5 inches / Height: 35.5 inches ...
Brass
Stilnovo Pendant 1140 White Aluminium, Brass And Glass, Italy 1960
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Stilnovo ceiling suspension model 1140. Newly rewired. Dimensions are 23.62" (diameter) x 11" height (shade only) the drop is 46" (drop as pictured) - can easily be adjusted up to 66...
Brass
Bruno Gatta x Stilnovo Table Lamp Mod 8023 Italy 60s Mod-Century Modern
By Bruno Gatta, Stilnovo
Located in Palermo, IT
Table lamp model 8023, designed by Bruno Gatta and produced by Stilnovo around 1960. Made of solid white Carrara marble with a truncated cone shape. Brass curved tubular stem. Asymm...
Carrara Marble, Aluminum, Brass
Joe Colombo 'Topo' Articulating Floor Lamp for Stilnovo in White
By Joe Colombo, Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Joe Colombo 'Topo' Articulating Floor Lamp for Stilnovo in White. Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the Midcentury...
Steel
An Italian 1950s Stilnovo brass telescopic wall light with stitched leather arm
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
An Italian 1950s Stilnovo solid brass extendable telescopic wall light with green stitched leather arm and orignal green enamel shade. With solid brass lozenge shaped counter weight ...
Brass, Enamel
1950s Mid--Century Modern Brass and White Glass 12 Lights Chandelier by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This exquisite mid-century modern chandelier by Stilnovo captures the essence of sophisticated Italian lighting design from a golden era of manufacturing. The fixture features a grac...
Brass
Stilnovo Flush Mount Ceiling Light Large, Italy circa 1970s
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo flush mount ceiling light, Large. Made in Italy in 1970s. Rare in large size. Prismatic glass, enameled metal. Stilnovo label. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Takes ...
Metal
'Galassia' Brass & Glass 12-Shade Suspension Lamp for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Galassia' brass & glass 12-shade suspension lamp for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the Midcentur...
Brass, Steel