Skip to main content

Stilnovo Furniture

Italian

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.

Find vintage Stilnovo chandeliers and pendants, wall lights, table lamps and other fixtures and furniture on 1stDibs.

4
to
1
4
4
4
4
3
4
4
4
4
3
3
1
1
4
4
9
7
4
3
3
Creator: Stilnovo
Dealer: Novecento
Large Brass and Opaline GLass Wall Sconce by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950 s Large Brass and opaline wall sconce. Wall sconce is typical Italian simple line designee from 1950 s .Tarnish brass and tick opaline glass.
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Brass

Wall Sconces in Style of Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brass base, sculptured white opaline glass and fume glass finials. Pls note: Item is located at Beverly Store 7274 Beverly Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90036
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian Wall Sconces by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 5 wall sconces by Stilnovo.Base is Brass painted in black aluminum shade holders ,and white glass shade .Wall sconces rewired and ready ...
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Stilnovo Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Stilnovo chandelier with multicolored glass shades. (Large glass shades 15 inches ). USA continental in home delivery $265 2-4 weeks
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Related Items
Italian Sconces, Stilnovo Style Design Midcentury, Opaline and Brass
By Stilnovo
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Modern Italian sconces made of brass and opaline. Beautiful sculptural and decorative wall light in the style of Stilnovo.  
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Brass

Modern Diabolo Sconce Stilnovo Style, Wall Light
By Stilnovo
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Modern diabolo sconce. The lampshades are adjustable and can light in different directions. Two bulbs per lampshade. Excellent condition, beautiful scul...
Category

2010s European Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Brass

(2) Stilnovo Pendant Chandeliers
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
(2) iconic 1950 pendant chandeliers by Stilnovo of Italy. Each pendant has its original aged brass finish, (3) glass globe shades and wood centre spacer. Wired for use in the US. Cur...
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian Modern Diabolo Sconce Stilnovo Style, Wall Light
By Stilnovo
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Italian modern diabolo sconces. The lampshades are adjustable and can light in different directions. Two bulbs per lampshade. Excellent condition, bea...
Category

2010s European Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian Modern Diabolo Sconces Stilnovo Style, Wall Light
By Stilnovo
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Italian modern diabolo sconces. The lampshades are adjustable and can light in different directions. Two bulbs per lampshade. Excellent condition, bea...
Category

2010s European Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian Modern "Gina" Wall Lights Stilnovo Style, Bedside Sconces
By Stilnovo
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Italian modern diabolo sconces. The lampshades are adjustable and can light in different directions. E14 bulbs per lampshade. Beautiful sculptural and decorative wall light style Sti...
Category

2010s European Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare Stilnovo chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
Elegant Stilnovo 8 shade chandelier. Italy c1950 Brass structure with satin glass shades
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Brass

Rare Stilnovo chandelier
Rare Stilnovo chandelier
H 18.51 in Dm 38.59 in
Pair of Italian Wall Sconces Teak, Opaline Glass and Brass 1950s Stilnovo Style
By Stilnovo
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of wall sconces in opaline glass pending from a brass chain, Italy, 1950s. Attributed to Stilnovo.
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Stilnovo Chandelier Model 1253
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo chandelier model 1253 Copper, enameled metal, matte opaline glass. Three very large glass bells suspended on black cords. Rare fixture with Stilnovo label. Body of the penda...
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Copper, Metal

Stilnovo Style Sconces
By Stilnovo
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Great pair of Italian metal sconces in the style of Stilnovo, newly produced in Italy. Off-white metal shade with brass detailing and back-plate. Sconces shine both up and down light...
Category

2010s Italian Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Stilnovo Style Sconces
Stilnovo Style Sconces
H 11 in W 6 in D 9.25 in
Midcentury Wall Lamp in Style of Stilnovo, 1970s
By Stilnovo
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very nice style of lighting.
Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Metal

Black Stilnovo Style Sconces
By Stilnovo
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Great pair of Italian metal sconces in the style of Stilnovo, newly produced in Italy. Black metal shade with brass detailing and back-plate. Sconces shine both up and down light....
Category

2010s Italian Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Black Stilnovo Style Sconces
Black Stilnovo Style Sconces
H 11 in W 6 in D 9.25 in
Previously Available Items
Stilnovo Wall Sconce
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Stilnovo Wall Sconce
Stilnovo Wall Sconce
H 19 in W 4 in D 7 in
Italian Chandelier by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian chandelier with glass shades, aluminum neck and iron black painted base.
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Italian Chandelier by Stilnovo
Italian Chandelier by Stilnovo
H 30.5 in Dm 29.5 in
Stilnovo Pair of Wall Lights
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian pair of wall sconces and brass base.
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Stilnovo Pair of Wall Lights
Stilnovo Pair of Wall Lights
H 18 in W 6.75 in D 4.5 in
Stilnovo Pendants
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian pair of ceiling lights. Height is adjustable ,light fixtures net is 26 inches .
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Brass

Stilnovo  Pendants
Stilnovo  Pendants
H 40 in Dm 6 in
Stilonovo Tripod Floor lamp
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original condition Stilonovo floor lamp .Brass boots, egg shape white glass diameter 8.5 inches
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stilnovo Furniture

Materials

Metal

Stilnovo furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Stilnovo furniture 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 Stilnovo furniture, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 990 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 27 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Stilnovo 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 furniture by Barovier&Toso, Gaetano Sciolari, and Carlo Nason. Prices for Stilnovo furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $251 and can go as high as $32,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,460.

Recently Viewed

View All