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Lighting For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Rustic
1970s Pair of Vintage Italian Murano Wall Lights, 12 "Rondini" Glass
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Pair of Vintage Italian Murano appliques in the manner of Mazzega. Wall lights have 6 glass petals "rondini" (transparent and white “lattimo”) in a chrome frame.
Period: late XX cen...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
Max Ingrand Fontana Arte Large Glass Flush Mount, Italy, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare 36.6" semi glass flush-mount with deep incisions, Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Milano circa 1955
Early vintage original flush mount light by Max Ingrand. Iconic large fix...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Brass
Robert Sonneman Table Lamp Postmodern 1980s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Robert Sonneman Postmodern Table Lamp 1980s
Category
1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Metal
Brass and Linen Shade Wall or Bed Side Lamp
By Stilnovo, Lightolier
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Style Brass Wall Lamp Sconce with Linen Fabric Shades . Handmade with prime quality brass and material . Solid,sturdy hardware and construction.
Antique brass pictured...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$495 / item
Several Blue Ceramic Pendant Lights, Denmark, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Playful arrangement of stunning round hanging lamps with an unusual shape, made with rich colored blue ceramics, manufactured in the 1970s in Denmark. We have a multitude of unique c...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
$2,487 / item
Pair of Bubble Glass Pendant Lights by Helena Tynell, Limburg, Germany 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning pair of bubble glass pendant lights designed by Helena Tynell and Heinrich Gantenbrink for Glashütte Limburg, manufactured in Germany, circa 1960s. Each Pendant requires o...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Carlo Nason Three Shade Pulegoso Glass Pendant Lamp Mazzega, Italy, 1960
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Carlo Nason three Shade Pulegoso glass chandelier for Mazzega, Italy, 1960
Very scarce, enormous Carlo Nason light with almost 20 inches in diameter in wonderful, undamaged con...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sputnik Murano Chandelier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This chandelier has hand blown Murano glasses in 2 tones of pink. They feature wings The height of 40 inches include the post which can be shortened.
The structure of the chandelier...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Val St Lambert Midcentury Twisted Blue Crystal Glass Table Lamp with Pink Shade
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Often falsely attributed to Flavio Poli/Murano this large rare table light from Val Saint Lambert in Belgium is executed in clear and blue lead-crystal. It was made during the 1950s ...
Category
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Crystal
Joe 640 Pendant Light Classic Modern Tailored Minimal Handmade by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Paddington, NSW
This classic, minimal, tailored, Joe Pendant Light is inspired by menswear reminiscent of 1940s style and the early simplicity of Art Deco. Available also as a flush mount, the clean...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Lee Rosen Table Lamp, USA 1950's
By Lee Rosen
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist table lamp with a large body matte white glaze over raw terra-cotta.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Terracotta
Barovier Style Mid Century Modern Italian Murano Glass Shell Sconces, 60s, Pair.
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of Mid-century modern shell-shaped wall lights, made in Italy in Murano in the style of Barovier, in Graniglia Murano glass, mounted on a metal and brass base, 1960s.
Rewired fo...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,799 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Kalmar Sconce Wall Light, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful mid-century wall sconce with Murano glass, made by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured, circa 1960-1969.
The frame is gilt brass.
High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned...
Category
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Glass
$1,717 / set
Venini Murano Glass Small Chandelier 1960 Nuvola
By Venini
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Venini 1960 Murano Glass Small Chandelier
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Contemporary Italian 2-Branch Pink Murano Glass Tulip Flower Gold Brass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A celebration of floral grace and Italian craftsmanship, this exquisite pair of wall lights transforms lighting into a sculptural experience. Inspired by mid-century modern design an...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Table Lamp Brass, Glass and Wicker Romeo Rega Style, Italy 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful table lamp in brass, glass and wicker in the style of Rome Rega.
Made in Italy in the 1970s.
A beautiful lamp that is perfectly working but most of all, it pro...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier, Pink Albaster
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 48 large glass tubes in a star shape. The alabaster technique create...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Italian Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and black-lacquered metal wall light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 4.6” H x 2.7” W x 8.2“ D (measured fully extended)
B...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century German Cocoon Pendant Lamp from Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Mid Century Cocoon pendant light from Goldkant shine.
The cocoon screen delivers diffuse, atmospheric light. At the same time, the symmetrical luminaire body stages itself as a...
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mazzega Tulip Pendant Lamp Plum & Clear Murano Glass by Carlo Nason Italy 1960s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant tulip pendant light with plum and clear Murano glass blades on a partly chromed and nickel hardware designed by Carlo Nason. Chandelier illuminates beautifully and offers a l...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Brass, Nickel, Chrome, Steel
Original Mathieu Matégot "Java" Pendant in Red Lacquer, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
This striking piece of design, the "Java" pendant by Mathieu Matégot in red, is a brilliant testament to the designer's mastery of form and material. Crafted in the 1950s, this piece...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Metal
Midcentury French Riviera Chandelier Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful hand-crafted chandelier in rattan and wicker with chain with round rattan links which can be shortened to adjust it to the desired height.
Made in Italy in the ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Straw, Wicker
Gaia, Murano Black Mezza Filigrana Tessuto glass sphere, Silvio Piattelli Design
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 12.5"H x 13.0"W x 6.5"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4.0"H x 1...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Brass
White Mat Opaline Glass Brass Vintage Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mat opaline glass pendant.
Brass top.
200 cm / 80" black cotton wire.
Weight: 2.40 kg / 5.3 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standa...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 etched glass tube
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage pair of wall sconces in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 5 largeetched glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp.
P...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and red brown-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.125"H x 7.0"W x 11.375"D
Bulb Specifications:...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Murano Lamp Honey Caramel Brown Vintage
Located in Toronto, CA
A stunning vintage Murano glass mushroom lamp in a rare honey caramel brown hue, crafted using the signature swirl technique. The warm gradient effect gives the glass an ombré-like d...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
$633 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Table Lamps w/ Sculptural Metal Bases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking Mid-Century Modern table lamp by Phil-Mar is a perfect blend of bold design and expert craftsmanship. The ceramic body features a vibrant orange glaze with textured lav...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Metal
Ralph Lauren Art Deco Style Table Lamp Gray Craquelure Glaze
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage elegant Ralph Lauren table lamp features sculptural rectangular ceramic or porcelain body with celadon grey glaze. Highly detailed, fine craquelure glaze texture is emphasiz...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain, Wood
12 Light Purple colour Classic Venetian Chandelier by Cenedese Italy
By Cenedese
Located in London, GB
An outstanding Purple colour 12 lighter Classic with a modern touch Venetian chandelier designed by Cenedese and manufactured in their Murano’s furnace
Made in Italy. Signed on the b...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Pendant Lamp by Temde, 1960s, Switzerland
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pendant Lamp by Temde, 1960s, Switzerland
Elegant and minimal design hanging lamp
Lampshade is in good condition and very clean.
This lamp works with 2x E27 light bulb.
Wired an...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Teak, Rope
Brass and Linen Shade Bed Side or Hallway Wall Lamp
By Lightolier, Stilnovo
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Brass Wall Lamp Sconce with Linen Fabric Shades . Handmade with prime quality brass and material . Solid,sturdy hardware and construction.
Antique brass pictured...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Murano Amber Glass Sphere Lamp ‘Primordiale’ by Venini, Italy, 2011 - Signed
By Venini, Sandro Chia
Located in Glasgow, GB
A rare and sculptural table lamp by Venini, the ‘Primordiale’ was handcrafted in Murano in 2011 and offers a compelling fusion of art glass and design. The piece is aptly named—Primo...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Gold Plate
'Tekio Circular P4' Pendant Lamp in Japanese Washi Paper for Santa & Cole
By Santa & Cole
Located in Glendale, CA
'Tekio Circular P4' pendant lamp in Japanese Washi paper for Santa & Cole
Founded in 1985 in Barcelona, Santa & Cole produces iconic pieces by such luminaries as llmari Tapiovaara, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Ceiling Lamp – French Craftsmanship, Circa 196
Located in Barcelona, ES
Step back in time with the allure of a Mid-Century Modern sunburst brass wall lamp, a design gem from circa 1960, steeped in the traditions of French craftsmanship. Crafted with meti...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Brass
$680 Sale Price
65% Off
Six Arms Brass Chandelier, White Midnight Blue, Pivot Shades, Stilnovo Style
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce
Located in Bochum, NRW
Six arms brass chandelier, pivot shades, Stilnovo style.
Light up and down, pivoting shades to adjust the light distribution in the room. Customizable in colors and dimensions.
Dimen...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 amber glass tube
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage pair of wall sconces in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 5 large amber glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp.
Pe...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Brazilian Designer, Floor Lamp, Metal, Brass, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A cream white and black-lacquered metal and brass floor lamp designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
Light oxidation present on brass neck.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches...
Category
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of 3 Hallway Pendants Spotlights - White Shades & Brass fittings
Located in Bromma, SE
Set of 3 Matte White Spotlights for wall as well as ceiling. The lamps work great in a hallway or over a kitchen island as they are short in height but still got a lot of character i...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Cut Steel
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Mondrian Color Ceramic Table Lamp, Italy circa 1960
Located in Atlanta, GA
This striking Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy geometric ceramic table lamp was imported and distributed in the United States by Raymor of New York. The piece was crafted circa 1960. Thi...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Faience
Large Murano Chandelier in Clear and Pink Lilac Glass, attributed to Carlo Nason
By Carlo Nason
Located in Barcelona, Cataluna
Large murano chandelier in clear and pink lilac glass, attributed to Carlo Nason, 1970s Italy.
Metal and Murano glass pieces. A piece of the clear color is missing and one of the lil...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
$3,196 Sale Price
53% Off
J260 Large Classic Hand Stitched Belgian Linen Aged Brass Sconce by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Paddington, NSW
J260 Sconce/Wall Lights are elegantly simple, handmade, modern classic, large brass and Belgian or Italian linen wall lights with full-size signature hand-stitched linen taper shades...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rustic Lighting
Materials
Brass
Adjustable Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz
By Gebrüder Cosack, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Florian Schulz, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Fog & Mørup
Located in München, DE
Very nice height-adjustable pendant lamp from the 1970s.
The lighting effect of the lamp is extremely beautiful.
The design creates a very elegant and pleasant light.
The lamp create...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Brass
Iridescent Murano glass table lamps by Gaetano Sciolari, 1965
Located in Palermo, IT
These iridescent lamps, designed by Gaetano Sciolari in the 1960s-70s, embody the elegance and boldness of the design of the time. Featuring a structure composed of thin metal tubes ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Gold Plate
Rattan & Wicker Wire Pendant Hanging Lights / Chandeliers, Set of Two
Located in Barcelona, ES
Unmatching Pair of French and Spanish Rattan Pendant Lights in Rattan
The set is comprised by:
* French Modernist Rattan Pendant Lantern / Hanging Light with Chinoiserie Accents. P...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Wire
$4,072 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Italian Midcentury Amber Murano Glass Wall Sconce by Mazzega, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Pretty Italian Amber Clear Murano Glass Wall Sconce from 1970s. This Wall Sconce was designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Italy.
This Wall Sconce is equipped with 2 light s...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Palm Leaves Chandelier Murano Glass and Brass, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Mouth blown Murano glass chandelier, green Murano glass leaves, brass frame, three light bulbs. The chandelier reproduces the crown of a palm tree. Rewired to European and US standar...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Brass
René Mathieu "Diabolo" Wall Lamp for Lunel, France 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This swing arm “Diabolo” Wall Light was designed by René Mathieu for Lunel, and is a shining example of timeless elegance and innovative design. René Mathieu, was a prominent figure ...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Large Pair Maison Arlus French Mid Century Murano 1950s Wall Lamps
By Arlus
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large luxurious French Mid Century sconces composed of thick ribbon Murano glass shades and pointed brass holder by famed French lighting company, Maison Arlus.. Rewired....
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Brass
1 of 3 Pairs of Murano Glass Wall Sconce in style Barovier & Toso, Italy, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Pair of Large Murano Wall light made by Hillebrand, Germany, circa 1970-1979.
Solid brass mounts with E14 screw fitting.
Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to install th...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Vintage Flush Mount from Dutch Origin
By Philips
Located in Beerse, VAN
Cool vintage mid-century flush mount in the modernist style of the 1950s and 1960s.
The lamp has 3 E27 light bulbs and functions as an up- and downlighter.
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Tall Mid Century Modern Murano glass sconces - a pair
By Barovier
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Mid Century Modern style Murano glass sconces or flush mounts, Italy 1990s.
The pair is made of clear translucent handmade Murano glass, with a chevron pattern, and brass mou...
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Model 1748 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 1748 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte (IT, 1958)
A testament to Max Ingrand and Fontana Arte's visually regal effect. These thick glass diffusers feature six compressed pockets...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$25,000 / item
Midcentury Modern Brass & Teakwood Pendant Light Flush Mount by Gerald Thurston
Located in Lisse, NL
Mid-Century Modern Brass & Teak Pendant Light by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, 1950s.
A stunning example of mid-century American design, this rare pendant light was designed by Ge...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Clive Entwistle rare articulating table lamp USA, c. 1965
By Clive Entwistle
Located in Skokie, IL
Clive Entwistle articulating table lamp USA, c. 1965.
Dimensions: 41 1/2" h × 33 1/2" w × 6" d
Materials: lacquered fiberglass, aluminum, chrome-plated steel, acrylic, plastic, ste...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of "Rialto" Sconces by Aureliano Toso, 5 Pairs Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with clear Murano glass diffuser hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular texture, mounted on white metal backplate / Made in Italy by Aureliano Toso,...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,680 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Bitossi Italy Tall Ceramic Table Lamp White and Turquoise Blue Circles 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage Bitossi "Ikano" table lamp with new quality lampshade.
The lamp is made from chamotte clay and has a textured white surface with a blue and turquoise blue circle decor.
Inc...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
'Tekio Oval P12' Pendant Lamp in Japanese Washi Paper for Santa & Cole
By Santa & Cole
Located in Glendale, CA
'Tekio Oval P12' pendant lamp in Japanese Washi paper for Santa & Cole
Founded in 1985 in Barcelona, Santa & Cole produces iconic pieces by such luminaries as llmari Tapiovaara, Mig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Wicker Table Lamp by Kaiser Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Wonderful table lamps from the 1950s.
Exceptional design with a fantastically cozy atmosphere.
It creates a particularly beautiful light.
Manufacturer: Kaiser Leuchten/Kaiser Idell
...
Category
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Materials
Metal
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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