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Lighting For Sale
Creator: J.T. Kalmar
Creator: Andrea Claire Studio
Large Murano Glass Wall Lamp J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Large Murano Glass Wall Lamp J.T. Kalmar, 1960s The wall lamp come with 2 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is wired and in working condition. It runs both on 110/230 Volt. ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal

J.T. Kalmar Franken Amber and Clear Flush Mount, Austria, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
A rare flushmount, gorgeous and stylish ceiling lamp, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria, 1960s, with a handcrafted thick ice glass plate attached to the center. With brass colo...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Beautiful Klamar Chandelier with Textured Glass, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Beautiful Klamar chandelier with textured glass, circa 1950s Original condition.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Long Wall Light by J.T. Kalmar, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Long wall lights by J.T. Kalmar from the 1950s. White enameled base with a single curved 'water-ripple' glass. Three original E14 sockets. Two pieces ava...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass, Steel

Set of 4 Austrian Vintage Sculptural Murano Glass Wall Lights Sconces, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of four beautiful hand blown white textured murano glass sconces, Austria, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 2x E27 (US E26).
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Wall Lamp by Kalmar Brass Nickel-Plated and Textured Glass
Located in Wien, AT
Wall lamp by Kalmar brass painted and textured glass. Three bulbs. Original condition.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

1 of the 2 Huge Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass 'Palazzo' light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1970 (late 1960s and early 19...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Pair of Amber Murano Citrus Swirl Wall Sconces Glass & Brass Kalmar Austria 1960
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant set of two beautiful J.T. Kalmar 'Citrus' wall lights with three pieces of swirl patterned glasses per sconce. The heavy hand blown amber and...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Two Extendable Table Lamps by J.T. Kalmar, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Two Extendable Table Lamps by J.T. Kalmar, circa 1950s Adjustable from 43cm up to 54cm Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Murano Ice Glass Flushmount by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Glamorous glass ice cube flushmount by Kalmar from the 1970s. Stunning large flushmount by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1960s. The flushmo...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1960 Austria Kalmar Swirl Citrus Wall Sconces Amber Murano Glass & Brass
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful and stunning Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4664/2. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1960s - 1970s in Austria by Kalmar ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal

Exceptional Pair of Kalmar 'Tulipan' Light Fixtures, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
An exceptional 'Tulipan' pair by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in 20th century, circa 1970, (late 1960s-early 1970s). With beautiful Murano Tulipan shaped blown bubble g...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

J. T. Kalmar Brass and Rosewood Table Lamp
Located in Montréal, QC
J. T. Kalmar brass and Rosewood table lamp. 60 watts E-26 Edison medium base incandescent bulb recommended or higher if LED/CFL.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

1 of the 6 Large Kalmar Wall Sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 6 elegant modern high-end large brass wall lights or sconces, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1970s. Lovely design, executed to a very high standard. Each wall l...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass, Steel

J.T. Kalmar Brass Chandelier with Textured Ice Glass, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful brass chandelier by J. T. Kalmar Vienna, Austria, from the 1950s with textured ice glasses on it. White painted base with brass rod and nice brass knobs. In good conditi...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

J.T. Kalmar Floor Lamp, Brass Emerald Green Murano Glass, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic and floor lamp 'Glasschaft' (engl. 'glass rod'), no. 2134 by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, in 1960s. The Stand is made of an emerald green twi...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Josef Frank J.T. Kalmar Brass Bamboo Table Lamp 'Tisch-Überall', 1940s, Austria
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Important & rare, early 1940s 'Tisch Überall' table lamp mod. 1092, designed by Josef Frank for Haus & Garten and manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, handmade in the Viennese Modern...
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1940s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of Kalmar Ice Glass Wall Sconces, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of ice glass Kalmar wall sconces. Each one is composed by two pieces of ice glass blocks placed on a metal base. This pair of sconces is in excellent condition and they have be...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Steel, Metal

Gigantic Sputnik Chandelier or Ceiling Light SUN by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Gorgeous, gigantic Mid-Century Modern ten-armed Sputnik chandelier or ceiling lamp 'Sun' Mod. 5160. Designed and manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, 1950s. Attention pleas...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass, Copper

Pair of Kalmar Donut Sconces or Ceiling Lamps, Austria 1970s
Located in München, BY
Stunning pair of sconces or ceiling lamps from the 1970s by J.T. Kalmar, Austria. Made from a chrome plated metal bracket, which holds a donut shaped glass shade with enclosed bubbl...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Austrian Brass and Walnut Midcentury Chandelier by Oswald Haerdtl for Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Walnut star with brass arms with cone shaped shades and fitted with five E27 sockets. Designed in the early 1950s by Oswald Haerdtl for J.T. Kalmar. New shades.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

1 of 4 Large Austrian Textured Glass Wall Lights or Sconces by JT Kalmar c. 1955
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
One of a set of four elegant vintage midcentury large and oversized Austrian made wall lights, lamps or sconces by J.T. Kalmar circa 1955. Featuring wonderful large folded sheets of ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 5 Ice Glass Wall Lamps by J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful ice glass wall lamp from the 1960s. Very pleasant lighting effect thanks to the ice glass, which creates an elegant sparkling play of light in the room. Great design a...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal

Sunflower 9 V2.1 / Bamboo & Brass Chandelier Handmade by Andrea Claire Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bamboo Sunflower 9 V2 Mobile Chandelier is a multicolored monumental sculptural mobile chandelier. It is designed specifically to be customized for large volume spaces, such as tall ...
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2010s American Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

1 of the 3 Pairs of Large Kalmar Wall Sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of elegant modern high-end large brass wall lights or sconces, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1970s. Lovely design, executed to a very high standard. Each wall ligh...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Steel

Floor Lamp Height Adjustable 'Fliegenbein' J.T. Kalmar, Black Metal Leather 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A rare height adjustable floor lamp model no. 2116 'Fliegenbein' (engl. 'flys leg') by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, manufactured in Mid-Century, ca. 1960. This gorgeous piece is made of a bl...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Wire

Exceptional Set of 4 Kalmar 'Tulipan' Light Fixtures, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
An exceptional 'Tulipan' set by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in 20th century, circa 1970 (late 1960s-early 1970s). With beautiful Murano Tulipan shaped blown bubble gla...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

J.T. Kalmar Round Mid-Century Brass & Textured Glass Chandelier, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful petite round modernist brass and glass chandelier from the 1950s, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar in Vienna, Austria. This charming pendant light features a brass frame with ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Donut Wall or Ceiling Lamp by J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Stunning donut wall or ceiling lamp from the 1960s. The design creates a spectacular light. High quality. Design: J.T. Kalmar Manufacturer: Franken KG Condition: Very good vintage...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal

Set of Kalmar Chandelier Pendant Light Sconces 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of very exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass Hollywood Regency light fixtures model 'Palazzo' by J.T. Kalmar, Vie...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Rare J.T. Kalmar floor lamp vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Rare J.T. Kalmar floor lamp vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled Aluminium Lacquered The shade is replaced ( new )
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Pair of Kalmar 'Tulipan' Wall Lights Sconces, Murano Glass Brass, 1970s, 2 Pairs
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of large 'Tulipan' glass wall light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). Two pairs are available. The ...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass, Metal

Eight Kalmar Flush Mount Lights 'Granada', Ice Glass and Nickel, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of eight square light fixtures by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). Each fixture has eight sockets for small screw base bulbs ...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Chrome, Nickel

Large Murano Ice Glass Wall Light by Kalmar Cube, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Large Murano ice glass wall lights by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1960s. The wall light is composed of a 4 thick Murano glass cube attached to a chrome metal frame. Wonder...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Cube Form Pendant Ceiling Fixture Featuring Etched Glass by Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Cube Form Pendant Ceiling Fixture Featuring Etched Glass By Kalmar form 1960's 8 pieces available
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Nickel

Model "Ice Block Chandelier", J.T Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model "Ice Block Chandelier" designed by J.T Kalmar, 1970s. Glass and chromed metal. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Table Lamp, Nickel Cut Crystal Glass White Shade, Austria, 1950s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A gorgeous Austrian table or desk by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1950. The stand is made of a nickel-plated rod decorated with four pieces of cut glass in...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Donut Wall or Ceiling Lamp by J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Stunning donut wall or ceiling lamp from the 1960s. The design creates a spectacular light. High quality. Design: J.T. Kalmar Manufacturer: Franken KG...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal

J.T. Kalmar Backlit Mirror Murano Ice Glass & Brass, Austria 1960s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant illuminated background wall mirror. The frame is made of iced Murano glass with brass hardware. Heavy duty. Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s. Measures: dia...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Austrian Mid-Century Set of Eight Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Unique, beauty and stunning Set of Eight Austrian Mid-Century smoke Murano Glass Wall Sconces, model "Citrus". These sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austri...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

One of Three Kalmar Flush Mount Lights, Textured Glass Brass, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three square flush mount light fixtures by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s)...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass, Metal

Colorful Kalmar Glass Chandelier, Austria, 1970
Located in Bronx, NY
Kalmar chandelier, Vienna, Austria, 1970. Metal frame with 18 individual frosted thick ice looking colored glass elements that has blue and yellow tint to them, original production/s...
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair J.T. Kalmar Brass & Textured Glass Mid-Century Table Lamps, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A pair of lovely brass and glass table / side / nightstand lamps from the 1950s, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar Vienna Austria. They have nice brass bases with four legs and brass knobs...
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Austrian Large Midcentury Murano "Florian" Wall Sconce by Kalmar Franken, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and stunning Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Large Wall Sconce, model "Florian" 4402.06.50. This Sconce was designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Frank...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Palazzo Ice Glass Wall Lamp by J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Very nice Palazzo wall lamp from the 1960s. Very pleasant lighting effect due to the ice glass, which spreads an elegant, sparkling play of light in the room. Great design and high-q...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal

Kalmar J.T. Austrian Designer Pair of Ice Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Iconic pair of wall sconces designed in "Brutalist" style by Julius Theodore Kalmar and produced by Kalmar for the Soria collection between 1960 and 1964, for this series the company preferred to use Murano glass; each sconce consists of a nickel-plated metal frame in the shape of an open box, in the front, there are lamp holders for two light points and an attachment on which the glass structure is easily hooked and can be removed for cleaning, while the one that rests on the wall contains the electrical wires; These spectacular sconces are characterized by the icicle-like glass components (ice glass) that look incredibly similar to a real ice sculpture; when lit and flooded with light, they cast beautiful shadows on the surrounding walls, creating a cozy warmth in the room despite their icy appearance, they play with natural (sun) light even when turned off. Founded by Julius August Kalmar in 1881 in Vienna, Kalmar originally produced handcrafted objects with cast bronze. Over the years, they partnered with acclaimed architects and designers, eventually presenting their custom-made wares at major exhibitions such as the 1888 Vienna Trade Exposition, 1893 Chicago World's Columbian Exposition, the 1901 Export Exposition Scandinavia, and the 1906 Austrian Exhibition in London. Entering the 20th century, Kalmar began crafting customized fixtures with top-tier architects and designers for some of the largest luxury projects in the world, a path they continue on today. Notable projects include Makkah Clock Royal Tower, W Doha Hotel, Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund, The Langham...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Brutalist Lighting

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Murano Glass

J.T Kalmar Square Brass & Textured Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Introducing a charming Mid-Century flush mount or ceiling lamp. Crafted with a square lampshade from textured melting glass, reminiscent of ice, and adorned with a brass knob in the ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Kalmar Chandeliers or Pendant Lights 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass and Glass
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of high quality and handmade gilt brass light fixtures made by Kalmar in Austria. This model Palazzo was manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Large polished brilliant crystal glasse...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Midcentury Height Adjustable Counterweight Pendant Lamp By Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A height adjustable brass counter balance pendant lamp by J.T. Kalmar manufactured in midcentury in 1950. Fitted with three E27 sockets.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Massive J.T. Kalmar "Catena" Murano Glass Chrome Flushmount Chandelier, 1970s (C
Located in Rijssen, NL
Glamorous chrome and Murano glass flushmount ‘Catena’ by Kalmar. 18 large "ribbons" in clear and bubble Murano glass are suspended from a large chrome backplate. Thirteen E14 sockets...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Square Amber Glass Wall Light Flush Mount, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture in the style of ancient Greek temples, with a beautiful motif on the sides. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and begi...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Kalmar Sconces Flush Mount Lights 'RS 6 WA', Glass Brass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of large six-arm wall lamps or flush mount light fixtures model 'RS 6 WA' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury in 1970s. The fixtures are made of polished bras...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Kalmar Ice Glass Pendant Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Ice glass Kalmar chandelier. Attributed to J.T. Kalmar and Kalmar Lighting, Austria, 1960s. It holds four pieces of textured ice glass blocks hanging from a chain and topped by a metal canopy...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Steel

Set of 2 Hollywood Regency Brass Wall Light Made by Kalmar Lights, 1980s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: wall light, set of 2 Origin: Austria Producer: J. T. Kalmar Lights Material: Metal and brass Age: 1980s Description: This original vintage wall light set w...
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Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

1 of the 8 of Large Tulipan Wall Lamps or Sconces by J.T. Kalmar 'H 21.2', 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 8 unique elegant 'Tulipan' glass wall sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s-early 1970s). With tulip shaped hand blown ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Flush Mount Light 'FEDER-KRALLE' Kalmar Anna-Lülja Praun, Brass Opal Glass 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic ceiling light model 'Feder-Kralle' no. 5079 by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, ca. 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). A very minimalistic and tim...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

One of Two Huge Kalmar Chandeliers, Ice Glass and Nickel, Austria, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two extra large light fixtures model 'SORIA' by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s-early 1970s). Thes...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Nickel, Metal

Floor Lamp 'Glasschaft' 'Engl. 'Glass Rod', No. 2134 by J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
The stand is made of an transparent twisted glass rod which was produced in Italy by Venini. Kalmar had a cooperation with several Italian glass makers located in Murano (e.g. Mazzeg...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Vintage and Antique Lighting for Sale: Unique Table Lamps, Floor Lamps, Sconces and Other Lighting for Your Home

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

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