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.
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' Sconce in Coffee for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Gae Aulenti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' sconce in coffee for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the Midc...
Metal
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
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
Stilnovo, Wall Light, Acrylic, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in High Point, NC
An acrylic, brass and black-lacquered metal wall light produced by Stilnovo, Italy, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.75 ” H x 6.125” W x 5.25” D Back Plate Dimensions (I...
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo Brass Sconces, Mid-Century Modern, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo sconces in brass. Designed and made in Italy, 1960s Brass, enameled brass. Takes one candelabra bulb each. Price is for 1 sconce. 8 sconces are available. FREE US rewiring u...
Brass
'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
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
$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
$6,800 / set
Pair of Sconces by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Sconces by Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s This pair of sconces by Stilnovo, Italy, reflects the brand's rationalist sensibility and pursuit of clean, geometric form. Each sconce is ...
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
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
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
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 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
Pair of Stilnovo Wall Lights, Italy, circa 1955, Brass and Painted Metal
By Stilnovo
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant pair of wall lights by Stilnovo, designed and manufactured in Italy circa 1955. These refined sconces exemplify the sophisticated balance of form and function that defines mi...
Metal, Brass
1950s by Stilnovo Italian Midcentury Design Pair of Wall Lamps
By Stilnovo
Located in Brescia, IT
Green glass and brass details. Perfect condition Perfect working order.
Brass
Stilnovo Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Sconces, Italy 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful pair of Mid-Century Italian wall sconces in solid brass and Murano glass. This elegant and unique pair of lights was produced in Italy during the 1950s and is attributed to...
Brass
Stilnovo Sconce Signed Brass Plexiglas, 1955, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Milano, IT
Stilnovo sconce signed brass Plexiglas, 1955, Italy.
Brass
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
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
$6,520 / set
Pair of Stilnovo Wall Lamps, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of Stilnovo wall lamps, Italy, 1950s. Original labels.
Brass
Stilnovo, Wall Lights, Acrylic, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of white acrylic, brass and black-lacquered metal wall lights produced by Stilnovo, Italy, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 11.0"H x 5.5"W x 5.25"D Back Plate Dimensio...
Brass, Metal
$5,500 / item
Rare Sconces by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare sconces by Stilnovo. Designed and manufactured in Italy circa the 1950s. Black enameled dishes with a clam-like design. The upper dish encompasses the lower, allowing for a gorg...
Aluminum, Brass
Mid-Century Spot Lamp in Chrome by Gae Aulenti for Stilnovo, Italy 1970s
By Livio Castiglioni, Stilnovo, Gae Aulenti
Located in Roma, IT
Iconic adjustable spot lamp in the largest variant fully made in chrome and steel designed by Gae Aulenti and Livio Castiglioni for Stilnovo in the 1970s. This versatile wall or cei...
Metal, Chrome
$13,277 / set
Pair of model 2130 wall lamps by Stilnovo, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A pair of model 2130 wall lamps designed and produced by Stilnovo in the 1950s. The lamps can be adjusted in different ways. The arm of the lamp can be adjusted horizontally. The re...
Metal
Pair of wall lamps by Gae Aulenti and Livio Castiglioni for Stilnovo, 1970s
By Stilnovo, Livio Castiglioni, Gae Aulenti
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Pair of swiveling spots made of chromed metal designed by Gae Aulenti and Livio Castiglioni for Stilnovo in the 1970s. The spots are fitted with a double rotation movement, allowing...
Metal
20th Century Gold Italian Brass Adjustable Reading Wall Lamp, Light by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A gold-black, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian reading wall lamp, light made of handcrafted polished brass, designed and produced by Stilnovo in good condition. The round lacquered aluminum shade is supported by a flexible stem, beam halted by two adjustable arms, featuring a one light socket. Signed, marked Stilnovo. Brevettato Patent. The wires have been renewed. Wear consistent with age and use. circa 1950 - 1960, Milan, Italy. Measures : Base: 11.75" H x 1.25" W Shade: 6" H x 15" 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...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$3,040Sale Price / item|20% Off
Rare Sconces by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare sconces by Stilnovo. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1960. These sconces contain a flush brass wall mount that is connected to a circular horizontal holder that carries a top frosted opaline glass shade, with a supporting opaline glass plate on the bottom. These rare lamps are from an early industrial era of Stilnovo and were originally accredited as theatre lighting...
Brass
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
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.
Brass
Stilnovo Flush Mount Light, Glass & Brass, Mid-Century Modern, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo flush mount wall or ceiling light. Glass, brass, enameled metal. One medium base socket each. Price is for one light. 8 lights are available. Also available in a bigger size...
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Sconces, Italy 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful pair of Mid-Century Italian wall sconces in solid brass, black enameled brass, and Murano glass. This elegant and unique pair of lights was designed by Stilnovo and produce...
Brass
'Megafono' Glossy Ivory Wall Lamp for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Habitat International
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Megafono' Glossy Ivory Wall Lamp for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the Midcentury era, producing ic...
Metal
Pair of Stilnovo wall lights, Italy 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of Stilnovo wall lights, Italy 1960s
Metal, Aluminum
STILNOVO Mod. 2701 Pair of Wall Sconces in Red Lacquer and Chromed Steel
By Stilnovo
Located in Torquay, GB
Mid-Century design pair of wall sconces, mod. 2701 by Stilnovo made in Italy circa 1970s.. Made of lacquered steel in red colour and with semi-tubular chromed diffusers. Each scone l...
Steel, Chrome
$6,216 / set
Pair of Stilnovo Multidirectional Wall Sconces
By Stilnovo
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
A set of mid-century wall sconces crafted by Stilnovo, featuring a combination of chromed and painted metal. These sconces are designed with a round backplate that includes an integr...
Aluminum
Pair of Large White Glass and Brass Stilnovo Wall Lights Sconces, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful pair of matte opaline glass and brass wall lights. Italy, 1950s. Lamp sockets: 1x
Brass
Gaetano Sciolari model 2061 Stilnovo wall lamps Italy 1954
By Gaetano Sciolari, Stilnovo
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Exceptional Model 2061 wall lamps designed by Gaetano Sciolari and produced by Stilnovo in Italy in 1954. These are the rare first productions made from brass, featuring a different ...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' Sconce in Black for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Gae Aulenti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' sconce in black for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the Midce...
Metal
Brass and Opaline Wall Lamp by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant wall lamp was designed and manufactured by Stilnovo in Italy during the 1960s. Featuring a refined combination of brass, black lacquered metal, and opaline glass shades,...
Brass
Rare Three-Arm Wall Light by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Three-Arm Articulating Wall Light by Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s A rare and mechanically refined wall light by Stilnovo, three ivory-lacquered arms radiate from a central brass hub, each...
Brass, Steel
Stilnovo wall lamps model 2079 made in Italy 1960
By Stilnovo
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
The model 2079/1 wall lamps, designed and manufactured by Stilnovo in Italy in 1960, are exemplary pieces of mid-century modern lighting design. Each lamp features a solid brass stru...
Brass
Stilnovo 2024 adjustable wall lamp Italy 1960
By Stilnovo
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice adjustable model 2024 wall lamp designed and manufactured by Stilnovo, Italy 1960. This chrome-plated lamp is notable for its adjustable features offering flexibility in it...
Aluminum, Chrome
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
$2,074 / item
Stilnovo sconces Bruno Gatta 288w Italy 1959
By Bruno Gatta, Stilnovo
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare wall lamps designed by Bruno Gatta and manufactured by Stilnovo, Italy 1959. These lamps have a modernist shaped appearance with their white lacquered metal frame and opaline gl...
Metal
$1,900Sale Price|50% Off
Pair of 1950s Stilnovo Italian Mid Century Wall Lights
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
An original pair of 1950s Italian mid century sconces in golden polished brass and black enamel with white frosted glass shades. Rewired. One 120 watt candelabra socket each. Made by...
Brass, Enamel
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: 2x
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo Mid-Century Modern Wall Sconces, Brass & Aluminum, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Cerignola, IT
Pair of 1950s black Stilnovo wall sconces in brass and painted aluminum, original condition with label and signature engraved in brass Original electrical system
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Pair of Stilnovo Opaline Glass and Metal Wall Lights Italy 1960's
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
Pair of Stilnovo wall lights, designed and manufactured in Italy during the 1960's by Stilnovo. Each sconce features a cylinder opaline glass shade hold by a black lacquered metal fr...
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo Brass Sconce, Enameled Finish, Mid-Century Modern, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo sconces in brass. Designed and made in Italy, 1960s Brass, enameled brass. Takes one candelabra bulb each. Price is for 1 sconce. 8 sconces are available. FREE US rewiring u...
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. Take 3...
Metal
Mid-Century Brass and Opaline Wall Lamps by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant pair of Mid-Century wall lamps was designed and manufactured by Stilnovo in Italy during the 1960s. The lamps combine softly rounded opaline glass shades with refined br...
Brass
Stilnovo Pair of Sconces in Glass and Brass and Cream Metal, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant and refined pair of Mid-Century Italian wall sconces in brass, cream enameled metal and curved glass. This very unique set was produced in Italy during the 1950s and is attri...
Brass, Metal
$3,200 / set
Pair of Stilnovo Sconces
By Stilnovo
Located in Hanover, MA
1950s Italian pair of wall sconces in brass with black enameled metal. Slightly asymmetric curvature. Stilnovo label present inside one of the backplates. I love this simple de...
Brass
Wall or Ceiling Light by Giampiero Aloi for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Giampiero Aloi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wall or Ceiling Light by Giampiero Aloi for Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s This wall or ceiling light by Giampiero Aloi for Stilnovo, designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1950s, exempl...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Joe Colombo 'Triedro' Metal Wall Lamp in White for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Joe Colombo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Joe Colombo 'Triedro' Metal Wall Lamp in White for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the Mid-century era,...
Metal, Chrome
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. Take 3...
Metal
$6,800 / set
Pair of Mod. 2071 Sconces by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One pair of model 2071 sconces by Stilnovo. Manufactured in Italy, circa 1950s. Half and half black and white opal spheres make up these simply beautiful and unique sconces. Each sco...
Opal, Aluminum, Steel
Mid-Century Brass and Opaline Wall Lamps by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This pair of Stilnovo wall lamps from the 1960s reflects the refined material vocabulary and poised originality for which Italian mid-century lighting remains so admired. Combining b...
Brass
Adjustable Wall Lamp for Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Adjustable Wall Lamp for Stilnovo, wood and brass, Italy, 1950s This adjustable wall lamp, produced in Italy during the 1950s by Stilnovo, combines a wooden structure with brass ele...
Brass