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Lighting For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Arts and Crafts
Greta-Lisa Jäderholm Snellman, Floor Lamp, Brass, Paper, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and brown paper floor lamp with printed illustration designed by Greta-Lisa Jäderholm Snellman and produced by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, Finland, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Amazing Large Pendant Lamp by Adolf Loos for Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Very rare and large pendant lamp by Adolf Loos from the 1950s. The high-quality materials, such as the new seagrass lampshade, make this lamp a unique design object. It creates a ver...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Murano Hand-Blown Glass Table Fountain w Gold Leaf Inclusions, Att Gino Cenedese
Located in Lisse, NL
Incredible handcrafted and mouth-blown glass table fountain and light fixture. This rare Murano glass table fountain is a spectacular fusion of sculpture, light, and water — a true ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

Large Uchiwa fan style hanging ceiling lamp, 1975
Located in Zaandam, NL
Wonderful and rare large ( 70 cm ) "Uchiwa" pendant in the style of Ingo Maurer. This hanging lamp was purchased in Vienna in 1975, therefore we've kept the attribution to Austria al...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Achille Castiglioni Mid-Century Beige Round "Cocoon" Pendant, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful mid-century "cocoon" pendant with a gorgeous beige even patina. This charming cocoon lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni in Italy in the 1960s. In spectacular conditi...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Steel

Large & Marvelous Shape Austria Kalmar Chandelier Iced Murano Glass & Nickel
Located in Lisse, NL
Large Mid-Century Kalmar Chandelier with Iced Murano Glass and Nickel, Austria/Italy, 1960s. This stunning Mid-Century chandelier, attributed to Kalmar, is a rare find from the 1960...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Nickel, Wire

Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Stunningly beautiful chandelier from the 1950s. Lovingly designed by Rupert Nikoll. It creates a very cozy light. Manufacturer: Rupert Nikoll Condition: Very good vintage conditio...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal

Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1960s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use with 220V a...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Resin

Large exceptional 1960s chrome table lamp by Gebrüder Cosack
Located in München, DE
Very rare, large, beautiful, original 1960s chrome-plated table lamp. Manufacturer: Gebrüder Cosack. Made in Germany. The shade is steplessly adjustable and is fixed with a screw at ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Area 50 Flush Mount by Mario Bellini for Artemide, Italy, 1974
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This iconic Area 50 flush mount, designed by renowned Italian designer Mario Bellini for Artemide in 1974, is a true masterpiece of modernist lighting design. Featuring a sleek and m...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal

Italian Frisbi 850 Pendant Lamp by Achille Castiglioni for Flos, 1970s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
The Frisbi 850 pendant lamp, designed by the renowned Italian designer Achille Castiglioni for Flos in the 1970s, is a striking example of minimalist elegance and innovative lighting...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal

German Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Germany, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and cream-lacquered metal chandelier designed and produced in Germany, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.5"H x 32.0"W x 30.0"D Stem Length (inches): 11.5" Dimensio...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Stilnovo Brass And Glass Chandelier, 1950s
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...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Space Age Globe Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Space Age ball pendant light with different switching modes. The upper part of the lamp consists of a translucent plastic ball that can be illuminated from the inside. The lowe...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Danish Diskos Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century pendant light from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 1960s. A minimalist design with an elegant shape. As the name suggests, t...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

Franco Albini Pair of Floor Lamps in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid-century pair of floor lamps made entirely in curved bamboo and hand-woven wicker. These elegant organic floor lamps were designed by the master craftsman Franco Albini a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Fabric, Canvas, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Set of 3 Murano Chandeliers Kitchen Island or Corridor Pendants w chrome fitting
Located in Bromma, SE
Set of 3 Large Chic Exquisite Murano Chandeliers in Traditional Italian Mid-Century Style. The murano pendants is perfect over a kitchen island or a dining table or customized shorte...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Modeline Table Lamp Designed by Arthur Jacobs c 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Incredible mid century table lamp, designed by Arthur Jacobs for the Modeline Lamp Company, circa 1950's. Considered the pinnacle of American lamp design, this piece is truly a coll...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Louis Sognot Bamboo and Rattan Chandelier Mid-Century Modern 1960, France
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Louis Sognot Bamboo and Rattan Chandelier Mid-Century Modern 1960, France Very nice pendant light by the French designer Louis Sognot. It is very well made. The artist has created m...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Cotton, Bamboo, Rattan

Large Alta Brass Dome Chandelier by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The alta brass dome features a spun metal shade with a brass canopy and rod. The shade is available in brass or powdercoated metal finishes. Shown here in polished brass. The Lawson...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.5"H x 3.5"W x 5.25"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 9.0"H x 2.375"W x 0.5"D B...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Pine

1970s EARLY Edition of Vico Magistretti 'Atollo' Table Lamp for Oluce, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- cleaned and rewired - good original condition with some signs of age and use on lacquered surface - 1x , E12-E14 bulb - US wiring compatible
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Lighting

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Space Age Italian Green Early Model Toledo Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare table lamp from the Italian manufacturer Guzzini based on a design by Luigi Massoni from the 1960s. Here from the early edition with a one-piece trumpet base and in the rare col...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Wicker Pendant Lamp, 1960s.
Located in Hannover, DE
This natural wicker pendant lamp is a rare to find style of lampshade, it will enrich your home regardless of its style. The make also cottages, restaurants or offices look so beauti...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Wicker

Murano Glass Pendant Lamps Pair Lantern Iridescent Blue Glass Lights, circa 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
Murano Glass Pendant Lamps Pair Lantern Iridescent Blue Glass Lights, circa 1960, Italy- priced as a pair- 6.7" x 24.5" (light shade only, hardware bottom to top) overall height/drop...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Rare Goldkant Cocoon Two-Light Pendand Lamp 1960's Castiglioni, Flos Style
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Rare, extra wide Mid-Century Modern Cocoon two-light pendant lamp or flush mount by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant in the style of Achille Castiglioni, designed and manufactured in Germa...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Candle, Wall Lights, Brass, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass wall lights produced by Candle, Italy, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 13.25” H x 5.125” W x 2.1“ D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 2.25” H x 5.125” W x .55”...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Italian vintage Murano chandelier - 52 crystal glass petals
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 52 clear glass petal, brass plated metal structure. The glasses are very high quality, the photos do not do the beauty, luster of thes...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Modern Italian Murano Glass and Brass Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful lamps in Murano glass and brass, structured glass, made even more beautiful by the polished brass base. The wall lamps are composed of a brass structure that is fixed to th...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
This Italian chandelier from the 1950s elegantly combines different materials, reflecting the design ethos of the era. The fixture features a fully bronze hat complementing a partial...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal, Brass, Bronze

Mid-Century Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts
By WILA
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp. Metal base with clear glass. 1960-1970 Weight: 3.00 kg / 6.6 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international st...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Wall-mounted sconces composed of a curved brass arm fixed to a square wall plate, supporting a spherical two-tone glass shade. The globe is made of opaline glass, with the lower half...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 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

Unique Arts & Crafts Copper & Amber Glass Entry Hall Pendant Light / Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
All-handcrafted Dutch Arts & Crafts entry hall pendant light / lantern, early 20th Century. Bring a warm, atmospheric glow to any space with this stunning Arts & Crafts period lante...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Lighting

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Brass, Wire, Copper

Adjustable Table Lamp or Wall Lamp by Kaiser Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Wonderful industrial Bauhaus lamp from the 1950s by Kaiser Leuchten. Fantastic mid-century design. High quality. The lamp can be used flexibly as a table lamp or as a wall lamp. The ...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal

Josef Frank, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and fabric wall lights designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9” H x 5” W x 11.75“ D Back Plate Dimens...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Brass Monstrera Double Leaf Wall Lamp, Maison Jansen, France, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This stunning double-leaf wall lamp, attributed to the renowned Maison Jansen in France during the 1960s, is a true statement piece. Crafted from high-quality brass, the lamp feature...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Palmette Ceiling Light - Four Levels, 163 Smoked Glasses
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Palmette ceiling light made by 163 Murano smoked glasses in a gold metal frame. Murano blown glass in a traditional way. Structure in gold colored metal. Period: 1980's Dimensions: 5...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Art Glass

Rare Adjustable Wrought Iron Desk or Piano Lamp Amsterdamse School, ca. 1910s
Located in Lisse, NL
* Kindly note that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secure, and reliable delivery. This allows us to provide the best possible service and care for your purchase. Adjustable wrought iron desk lamp with counterweight, Dutch expressionist ca. 1920. A rare architectural gem from the golden era of Dutch design. This adjustable wrought iron table or piano lamp, dating from the early 1920s, is an exceptional example of the Amsterdamse School movement, famed for its expressive forms, honest materials, and integration of function and sculpture. Crafted entirely by hand, the lamp features a sophisticated three-position height adjustment system via a striking counterweight mechanism, a feat of engineering as elegant as it is utilitarian. The heavy forged iron frame displays bold geometric detailing and honest craftsmanship typical of the movement, with meticulous hammer marks and subtle asymmetry that celebrate the hand of the maker. While unsigned, the design language speaks clearly to the school of Piet Kramer and the greater network of Amsterdamse School designers, whose influence extended into municipal buildings, interiors, and custom furnishings throughout the Netherlands in the 1910s and '20s. This is not just lighting, this is architecture in miniature. The not original hide-like-fabric of the lamp shade is no longer in perfect condition, but it certainly still is good enough to use on this desk lamp. With this rare lamp you can create the perfect atmosphere on your desk or on any (side)table in your living room, (home) office or library / reading room. If you like the uniqueness, the quality, the beauty, the workmanship, the condition and the deeper meaning of this sculptural table lamp as much as we do then you will love our price. Especially when taken into account that perfect packing and also worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 to 5 days are complimentary. Maximum height adjustable x width x depth: 14,5 till 21 x 5.7 x 13.5 inches. *Styling Tips: Art Deco or Bauhaus furnishings as counterpoints. Or let it stand solo, like a sculptural presence on a console or credenza. We are driven by a passion for uniqueness, timeless, quality, stylish design, and the enduring craftsmanship of the past. Every purchase is carefully and thoughtfully packed — and we look forward to serving you (again). To explore all our 1000+ listings, simply click the button labeled 'View All From Seller’. Warm regards, Henk and the Studio Team Tags: Amsterdamse School lamp...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Arlus Fixture, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Imposing lighting fixture in brass, aluminum and steel with eight double-sided Fresnel lenses, Fresnel manufactured all the glass lenses for French lighthouses.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Veneziana 6 tiers chandelier. 65 Opaline glass elements. Silvio Piattelli design
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Drawing on decades of experience in lighting, my aim was to fashion a chandelier that seamlessly marries timeless elegance with practicality. I added glass elements with a more comp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.875"H x 10.875"W x 5.25"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 2.125"...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Italian Midcentury Iron, Brass and opaline Glass Tripod Floorlamp
Located in Vienna, AT
This charming and elegant Italian Midcentury Floorlamp has been manufactured in the 1950s and features a black lacquered tripod base with brass details and a white opaline glass sha...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass & Opaline Glass Twin-Arm Wall Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
Manufactured in Italy in the mid-1950s, this matched pair of wall-mounted appliques features two upward-angled arms in solid brass fixed to an oval backplate. Each arm terminates in ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass
Located in Rome, IT
A pair of elegantly designed Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, crafted with a combination of materials that highlight the modern aesthetic of the era. Each sconce features a sleek...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Midcentury Cocoon Pendant Light, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This extraordinary cocoon pendant lamp, crafted in Italy during the 1960s, features a highly unusual and sculptural design that epitomizes the elegance of mid-century modern aestheti...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Resin

Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.75"H x 3.875"W x 8.125"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inch...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of adjustable model B3 Wall lamps by Franco Buzzi for Oluce, Italy, 1950
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Rare pair of extendable and adjustable Model B3 wall lamps, designed by Franco Buzzi for Oluce. Featuring an elegant structure in brass and metal, each lamp is equipped with a large ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal, Aluminum, Brass

Gaia Trittico, Set of 3 Murano Black Mezza Filigrana Tessuto glass sphere.
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The Gaia collection consists of lighting spheres that bring back the classic Mid-century Murano pattern called Mezza Filigrana. It provides flexibility, allowing for a variety of gro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Fog & Mørup, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white opaline glass wall light, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 14.25” H x 3” W x 5.5” D Back Plate Dimens...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Brass

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and green beige-lacquered table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Back of shade accepts E-12 bulbs Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 17.5"H x 6.625"W x ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Murano Glass and Brass Palm Tree Floor Lamp, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Floor lamp in amber and green Murano blown glass, the structure is in brass, four bulbs. The floor lamp is also a sculpture that reproduces the trunk and leaves of a palm tree with p...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

American Designer, Pair of Table Lamps, Oak, United States, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of oak table lamps designed and produced in the United States, 1950s. Sold without lampshades. Dimensions of Lamp (inches) : 21.25 x 7.25 x 7.25 (H x W x D) Dimensions of S...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Oak

BJS Skellefteå, Table Lamps, Brass, Teak, Metal, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass, brown-lacquered metal and teak table lamps produced by BJS Skellefteå, Sweden, c. 1960s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 15.5"H x 6.0"W x 11.25"D Bulb Spec...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This striking Sputnik ceiling lamp from 1950s Germany is a stunning example of mid-century modern design. Crafted from brass, the fixture features a dynamic, starburst composition wi...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Space Age German Chrome Wall Lamp from Erco
By Erco
Located in Hamburg, DE
Impressive wall light from erco. Predestined as a mirror light in the bathroom. this impressive lamp works in vertical and horizontal orientation. The lamp body is formed by a recta...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Large Adjustable Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful brushed brass pendant lamp from the 1960s. The lighting effect of the lamp is extremely beautiful. The design and the special lampshade create a very noble and pleasan...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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Metal

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and beige embroidery fabric table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 23.0"H x 12.5"W x 5.0"D Bulb Specifications: E-14 ...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Brass

Italian Fazzoletto Glass Pendant Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and large Murano glass pendant lamp from the 1960s. The lamp is very elegant and rare in this form. The structure of the glass creates a very sparkling light. Fantasti...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

Materials

Metal

Barovier Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconces, Italy 1940s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous pair of Art Deco Murano Sconces by Ercole Barovier. These bellflower shaped sconces were produced in Italy during the late 1940s. Al...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting

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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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