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Tommi Parzinger Lighting

German, 1903-1981

German furniture designer Tommi Parzinger brought high-style modernism to the forefront. Taking a vivid, stylized approach to mid-century furniture, many of his works feature boldly colored lacquers and offbeat finishes that make his pieces stand out among the works of his peers. Despite his uniquely progressive vision, Parzinger showed equal expertise in producing fine, traditional furnishings.

Born in Munich, Parzinger moved to New York City in 1932. He began his practice in the United States by designing for the Manhattan style trailblazer Rena Rosenthal. In 1939, he established his first company, which split its focus between handcrafted silver household items — such as tea sets and barware — and home furnishings, like dining tables and cabinets. In his first year in business, Parzinger exhibited several pieces of furniture at the 1939 New York World’s Fair. 

A master craftsman, Parzinger sought out the most exceptional materials for his furniture, employing the finest woods — like mahogany and walnut — as well as including custom brass hardware and pewter inlays.

His silver works presented an elevated level of style and grace. A November 1939 article in LIFE magazine described Parzinger as “the most creative original designer of silverware in the United States.”

While he was still running his own business — creating 12 to 30 new designs each year — Charak Furniture Company appointed Parzinger as its head of modern furniture design. He modernized Charak’s design approach from a more traditional form to a mid-century modern style.

In the mid-1960s, Parzinger stopped designing furniture, turning his company over to his friend Donald Cameron. He shifted his attention to paintings, which he created until his death in 1981.

On 1stDibs, find a broad selection of vintage Tommi Panzinger tables, lighting, storage pieces and more.

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Creator: Tommi Parzinger
Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamp for Parzinger Originals
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Whimsical enameled steel floor lamp by Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, circa 1960. The enameling on the steel standard gives the appearance the metal is covered in silver leaf. In...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Steel

Tommi Parzinger Elegant 6 Arm Chandelier in Brass with Crystal Beads 1950s
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully crafted 6 arm chandelier model no 1 in brass with suspended crystal beads by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's. Includes original shades. Brass has...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Crystal, Brass

Trio of Custom Acanthus Leaf Sconces by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Lovely and elegant group of brass candelabra sconces featuring an acanthus leaf motif were designed by Tommi Parzinger from one of his most important commissions, the Appleman resid...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Tommi Parzinger Chandelier for Parzinger Originals
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in Chicago, IL
Tommi Parzinger Chandelier for Parzinger Originals, Six-arm light source with individual shades USA, c. 1955 zinc-plated brass, paper, glass Dimensions: 40.75" high 20.50" diameter
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

1950s Tommi Parzinger Brass Chandelier
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, 1950s Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, 6 arm brass and crystal chandelier. This chandelier has silk shades. Model No. 1 in brass with suspended crystal beads.
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Crystal, Brass

Pair Tommi Parzinger of Floor Lamps
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant Vintage pair of floor lamps, designed by Tommi Parzinger, American, circa 1950s. They retains their original lightly gilded over black iron patinated painted finish with orig...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Iron

1960s Tommi Parzinger Gold Gilt enameled Iron Floor Lamp
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Tommi Parzinger, American/German (1903-1981). Tommi Parzinger floor lamp with tapered gilt enameled iron frame, dual light sockets. Dimensions: Measures 56.5"H; 17” Diameter. ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Iron, Gold Leaf

Rare PAIR Tommi Parzinger Model 6362 Floor Lamps Original finish and shades
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Rare PAIR Tommi Parzinger Model 6362 Floor Lamps Original finish and shades. Signed on each base with model number and Parzinger Original. One is hard to find, a pair almost impossib...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Wood

Pair of Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths Five Arm Candle Sconces
By Tommi Parzinger, Dorlyn Silversmiths
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of solid brass five arm candle sconces designed by Tommi Parzinger and produced by Dorlyn Silversmiths. No. 106 in the Dorlyn catalog. Very heavy gauge solid brass. Tubular brass candle holders removable for ease of cleaning. Backplate 7.5" diameter. Mounts to wall with cleat bracket (provided). Marked on verso "made by Dorlyn-Silversmiths" with a reversed P and R cipher for Tommi Parzinger (1903-1981) and Otto Rasmussen...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Tommi Parzinger Six-Arm Chandelier
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Classic expression of both modernism and whimsy design by Tommi Parzinger.
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1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Crystal, Brass

Midcentury Pair of Tommi Parzinger Lightolier Silver Plated Torchiere Lamps
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is this rare pair (2) of silver plated brass torchiere up lights by Tommi Parzinger from Lightolier's Heritage Silver Collection dating from the 1940s. Listing...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Silver Plate

Tommi Parzinger Hollywood Regency Chandelier of Flowing Crystals and Brass
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Jaw dropping Tommi Parzinger Hollywood Regency Chandelier Pendant of flowing crystals and brass. The chandelier evokes a feeling of living your best of times. Dramatic. Sexy. Chic. Jewelry for your home or work space. Six brass supports emanate like flying buttresses from the chandelier's core with a celebration of several feet of crystals. An overflowing bounty. Brass central support finished with arrow head detail. Six cylindrical brass arms with stiletto end points. Original cream shades with adorning punch outs and gold piping. A great acquisition for a discerning collector or an aficionado all things sexy and lux. Only one of its kind available globally. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory. Photographed with and also currently available in our shop - Tommi Parzinger Refinished White Chocolate Bar Cabinet with Original Hardware Pair of Billy Haines Brass Neoclassical Side Chairs in Leopard Velvet & Leather Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths Brass Coffee / Tea Set 1960s 22k Gold Shoji Sake Bottle & Glasses Set by Imperial Glass Co. 22-Karat Gold Moroccan Themed Jar Container, circa 1965 Feldman Lighting Brass Lotus Candle...
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1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Crystal, Brass

Vintage Tommi Parzinger Gilt Metal Floor Lamp
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Vintage Tommi Parzinger gilt metal floor lamp Additional information: Material: Metal Color: Gold Brand: Tommi Parzinger Designer: Tommi Parzinger Period: 1960s Place of Or...
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Bronze and Marble Table Lamp
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger bronze & marble table lamp. Additional information: Materials: Bronze, marble. Color: Bronze. Brand: Tommi Parzinger. Designer: Tommi Parzinger...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Bronze

Pair of Modernist Brass Lamps by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of two brass ball lamps mid-century modern by Tommi Parzinger for Stiffel Lamp Co. This item has been rewired with braided cloth cord and new hardw...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Tommi Parzinger For Stiffel Brass Table Lamps
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
1960's Mid-Century Modern brass tale lamps designed by Tommi Parzinger for Stiffel, in vintage original condition with some wear and patina to the brass due to age and use. Measu...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Tommi Parzinger Chandelier
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A rare seldom seen ceiling fixture from Parzinger Originals.  
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1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Metal

Triple Hurricane Shade Candlestick Table Lamp in the Manner of Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Triple hurricane shade candlestick table lamp in the manner of Tommi Parzinger. Made by Stiffel. This item has been refinished in Antique Bronze an...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Large Tommi Parzinger Candelabra for Dorlyn 1950s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Round Rock, TX
Gorgeous solid brass candelabra designed by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths, circa 1950s. One of the larger candelabras for Dorlyn, this example speaks for itself. We have de...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Tommi Parzinger Brass Wall Light Fixture Sconce Candelabra 1950s Modern Regency
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tommi Parzinger 1950s Hollywood Regency custom signature brass candle-form wall light fixture / wall sconce. 5 candle lights" with original and truly exceptional shaped shade with ce...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Tommi Parzinger Brass Lamp, 1955
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Chicago, IL
Tommi Parzinger brass lamp, Parzinger originals, 1955. Beautiful condition.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths Four Arm Brass Wall Candelabrum
By Dorlyn Silversmiths, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Hanover, MA
Grand scale wall mounted candle sconce with four branches designed by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths. This uncommonly seen candela...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Tommi Parzinger Mid-Century Sculptural Silvered Steel 3 Light Floor Lamp
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-Century enameled, silvered steel sculptural 3 light floor lamp designed by renowned Tommi Parzinger and manufactured by Parzinger Originals features three lights with elonga...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Steel

Pair of Tommi Parzinger Urn Lamps
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of classic Hollywood Regency table lamps by Tommi Parzinger, Lightolier. Silverplate, complete with covers.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Metal

Tommi Parzinger Rare Bronze Floor Lamp with Iconic Finial
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Miami, FL
A rare floor lamp by Tommi Parzinger. Slender form on a tripod base and crowned by his most iconic finial.
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1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Bronze

Tommi Parzinger Silver Urn Lamp
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant silver plated urn lamp, designed by Tommi Parzinger, American, circa 1950s. This example allows both uplight and backlit. Retains warm original patina. Rewired and ready to use.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Metal

Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals Floor Lamp with Side Table, 1955, Signed
By Parzinger Originals, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible floor lamp with built-in side table by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals is finished in a black lacquer with Parzinger's signature brass accents. Signed 'Parzinger Originals' under the base, making this 1950s authentic designer piece ultra-collectible. The three lights comprise of a single up-light and two down-lights which can be turned on and off independently of one another or used in unison as demonstrated in the photos. A glass Stiffel branded glass cone shade sits on top of the lamp and a larger black fabric shade with golden insides is included. Can be used with or without the larger black shade. Consider using in a Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency or Postmodern home...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Tommi Parzinger Urn-Shaped Silver Plated Table Lamp, 1940s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical urn-shaped silver-plated table lamp with open back and top by Tommi Parzinger for Lightolier, Heritage Silver collection, American, 1940s.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Silver Plate, Brass

Tommi Parzinger Elegant 6 Arm Chandelier in Brass and Crystal 1950s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully crafted 6 arm chandelier model no 1 in brass with suspended crystal beads by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's. This chandelier is the epidemy of e...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Crystal, Brass, Wire

Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamp for Willow and Reed, 1950s
By Willow and Reed, Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Elegant white lacquered floor lamp with incorporated white laminate table by Tommi Parzinger for Willow and Reed, American 1950’s. Willow and Reed designed furniture ideal for enclos...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Fabric, Laminate, Wood, Lacquer

Tommi Parzinger Studded Lamp with Silk Shade
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tommi Parzinger studded lamp with silk shade, this singular lamp is perfectly suited for any individual space, and a compliment to the vanity or dres...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Metal

Tommi Parzinger Torchere in Polished Nickel, 1950s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco style torchere in polished nickel with open back to illuminate wall and removable cover by Tommi Parzinger, American 1950's.
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1950s North American Art Deco Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Nickel

Pair of Brass Five Arm Hollywood Regency Wall Sconces by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of mid century brass five arm wall sconces - The pair are non-electrical sconces that hold 5 candles each. Designed by Tommi Parzinger and signed by Dorlyn Silversmilths. Tommi Anton Parzinger (1903–1981) was a German furniture designer and painter. Born in Munich in 1903, he later moved to New York City in 1932, starting his first company in 1939. He had begun by designing for Manhattan style...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Tommi Parzinger Pair of Impressive 5 Arm Wall Sconces in Polished Brass, 1950s
By Tommi Parzinger, Dorlyn Silversmiths
Located in New York, NY
Pair of impressive 5 arm candelabra in polished brass by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths, American 1950's. These are just exquisite in person.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Large Chandelier by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare and large design for Parzinger Originals. This model has eight leather wrapped candelabras and a larger down light with perforations in the central cone.
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1950s Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

Mid-Century Modern Polished Nickel Urn Form Torchère by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Mid-Century Modern torchère was realized by the fabled 20th century design luminary Tommi Parzinger in the United States, circa 1950. It ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Nickel

Beautiful Table Lamp by Tommi Parzinger for Stiffel
By Tommi Parzinger, Stiffel
Located in Kingston, NY
This beautiful table lamp was designed by Tommi Parzinger for Stiffel. It features a candelabra form design with (nine) cream tubular enamel slee...
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1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Tommi Parzinger Lamp #27 Iron Floor Torchere for Parzinger Originals, 1950s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Designed by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals in the 1950s. A tall iron torchiere with four faux candles in antiqued finish. The standard with shaped details on the top, middle...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Iron

Pair of American Art Moderne Parzinger Silver Plate Urn Table Lamps
By Lightolier, Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American Art Moderne silver-plate urn form table lamps with handles and a cover with a finial on a tapered square base (LIGHTOLIER-desi...
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20th Century American Streamlined Moderne Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Silver Plate

Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamp Table by Parzinger Originals
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Chicago, IL
Tommi Parzinger floor lamp table by Parzinger Originals. Signed on Bottom,
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Pair of Tommi Parzinger Hollywood Regency Torchiers or Standing Lamps
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of Tommi Parzinger nickel-plated Hollywood regency style torchiers, rewired and lacquered.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Metal, Nickel

Rare Floor Lamp by Tommi Parzinger
By Lightolier, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Rare floor lamp by Tommi Parzinger for Lightolier. Six-arm, nickel-plated steel, trident-style with original shades. 1960s limited production in fantastic condition.
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20th Century American Modern Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Steel

Pair of Tommi Parzinger Mid-Century Modern 5-Light Brass Sconces for Dorlyn
By Dorlyn Silversmiths, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An original pair of iconic Tommi Parzinger Mid-Century Modern brass wall sconces. Each with 5 lights (or candleholders) on individual arms that are centered on a round disk. O...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Tommi Parzinger Lamps, Chinese Qing Cloisonné, Cobalt Blue, Gilt, Brass, Signed
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in New York, NY
Tommi Parzinger table lamps, Chinese cloisonné, enameled brass, signed. Parzinger selected these cobalt blue 19th Century Qing Dynasty cloisonné...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Tommi Parzinger Brass Wall Light Fixture Sconce Candelabra 1950s Modern Regency
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tommi Parzinger 1950s Hollywood Regency custom signature brass candle-form wall light fixture / wall sconce. 5 candle lights" with original and truly exceptional shaped shade with ce...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Polished Brass and Glass Beaded Chandelier by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in North Miami, FL
A light both commanding and delicate! Solid brass and glass beaded six-light chandelier by Tommi Parzinger, circa 1955. Professionally polished and re-wired. Linen shades.
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1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Crystal, Brass

Tommi Parzinger Five-Arm Sconces
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
A pair of grand scale polished nickel Hollywood Regency five-arm sconces designed by one of the most influential and iconic American Mid-Century designers. Tommi Parzinger was the go...
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Nickel

Brass Hardware and Marble Base Table Lamp by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Kingston, NY
Beautiful table lamp designed by Tommi Parzinger in brass hardware and marble base.       
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Statuary Marble, Brass

Tommi Parzinger High End Regency Wood, Marble and Brass Floor Lamp
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted wooden floor lamp with intergraded table sitting on a piece of white Italian Carrera marble as the base . Retains it's original gold braded pulls and end tassels ...
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Mid-20th Century American Regency Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Wood

Tommi Parzinger Brass Five-Arm Candelabra Sconce by Dorlyn
By Dorlyn Silversmiths, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Highland, IN
An elegant modern five-arm candle sconce designed by Tommi Parzinger. Each arm extends from a group mounted on a rectangular backplate with an incised linear design.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass

Exceptional and Large Floor Lamp in Wrought Iron by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional and large floor lamp #27 in wrought iron with four lights by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American, 1950s.
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1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Wrought Iron

Tommi Parzinger Pair of Urn-Shaped Silver Plated Table Lamps, 1940s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Pair of neoclassical urn-shaped table lamps, silver-plated with open backs and tops, by Tommi Parzinger for Lightolier, Heritage Silver colle...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Lighting

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Brass, Silver Plate

Tommi Parzinger lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Tommi Parzinger lighting 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 Tommi Parzinger lighting, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original lighting by Tommi Parzinger were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider lighting by Walter Von Nessen, Hansen Lighting Co., and Curtis Jeré. Prices for Tommi Parzinger lighting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,046 and can go as high as $15,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,800.

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