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Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
beautiful Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, 1970s
beautiful Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, 1970s

beautiful Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, 1970s

$720

beautiful Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, 1970s

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

An elegant 1970s Murano glass flush mount handcrafted in Italy. The fixture features beautifully textured, hand-blown Murano glass resting on a white lacquered metal base, creating a...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

Hollywood Regency. Mid-Century Modern gilt bronze flush mount, Spain, 1950s
Hollywood Regency. Mid-Century Modern gilt bronze flush mount, Spain, 1950s

Hollywood Regency. Mid-Century Modern gilt bronze flush mount, Spain, 1950s

$2,702

Hollywood Regency. Mid-Century Modern gilt bronze flush mount, Spain, 1950s

By Maison Jansen, Ferro Art, Willy Daro, Maison Charles, Maison Honoré

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Hollywood Regency and Mid-Century Modern flush mount, Spain, 1950s. Molded solid bronze structure with a central opaline glass diffuser. The different pieces of molded bronze are att...

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1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass, Bronze

Scalloped Flower Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, France 1940s
Scalloped Flower Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, France 1940s

Scalloped Flower Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, France 1940s

$3,407

Scalloped Flower Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, France 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Scalloped Flower Shaped Flush Mount Light Fixture in Wrought Gilt Iron France, 1930s-1940s. Sculptural ceiling light fixture with scalloped dome spherical plate, gilt iron, gold leaf. __________________________________________________________________________ This exquisite flower or shell style handmade flush mount light was crafted from iron. This stunning ceiling flush mount was nicely constructed featuring a shell like gilt iron semi-sphere finished in gold leaf. The central sphere is heavily hand-hammered with stripes and it shows its original gold leaf gilding with a dramatic aged patina. This piece was entirely made by hand and shows a nice hand-crafted metalwork. The central panel is heavily adorned by the hammer marks. Its design combines Art Deco inspiration and Hollywood Regency accents. It can be placed as a flush mount or as a pendant hanging from a chain at the desired height. Designed to blend timeless elegance with artisanal craftsmanship. The shell or flower like design reflects soft ambient light beautifully, making it perfect for living room, dining room, hallways or bedrooms. It will be a nice addition wherever you install it. Newly wired. Overall Measures: 31 cm diameter x 8 cm H Shell Dome Light Fixture...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Set of six opaline glass sphere flush mount lamps, Itsu 1950s
Set of six opaline glass sphere flush mount lamps, Itsu 1950s

Set of six opaline glass sphere flush mount lamps, Itsu 1950s

$2,350 / set

Set of six opaline glass sphere flush mount lamps, Itsu 1950s

By Itsu

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

Discover the timeless elegance of this set of six opaline glass sphere flush mount lamps from the 1950s, perfectly crafted with a nickel-plated simple base. Designed for versatility,...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Nickel

Model 5560/Z200 Flush Mounts (4) by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno
Model 5560/Z200 Flush Mounts (4) by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno

Model 5560/Z200 Flush Mounts (4) by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno

$1,990 / item

Model 5560/Z200 Flush Mounts (4) by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno

By Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Vienna, AT

Model 5560/Z200 Flush Mounts by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno 4 pieces available, priced individually Well preserved flushmount lights by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno, Finland, circa...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Itsu ER 108, 1950's Finnish brass flush mount
Itsu ER 108, 1950's Finnish brass flush mount

Itsu ER 108, 1950's Finnish brass flush mount

$3,642

Itsu ER 108, 1950's Finnish brass flush mount

By Itsu

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

Illuminate your space with timeless elegance using the Itsu ER 108, a 1950's Finnish brass plafond lamp. This exquisite piece, available at Nordisten, exemplifies Scandinavian Vintag...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Italian Gold-Plated Brass Chandelier with 6 Glass Globes in Style Angelo Brotto
Italian Gold-Plated Brass Chandelier with 6 Glass Globes in Style Angelo Brotto

Italian Gold-Plated Brass Chandelier with 6 Glass Globes in Style Angelo Brotto

$1,120

Italian Gold-Plated Brass Chandelier with 6 Glass Globes in Style Angelo Brotto

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Very decorative and beautiful chandelier made of brass, fitted with five E14 sockets with glass ball shades. Made by Hans Agne Jakobsseon in the 1960s. The fixture requires five Euro...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Amber Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection
Amber Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection

Amber Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection

$2,655

Amber Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

This collection draws inspiration from the agave and its piña, the dense heart from which mezcal is made. Each piece is handblown in Oaxaca, where the centuries-old making of mezcal ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Blown Glass

Finnish 1950s off-white fabric flush mount
Finnish 1950s off-white fabric flush mount

Finnish 1950s off-white fabric flush mount

$3,877

Finnish 1950s off-white fabric flush mount

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

This Finnish 1950s off-white fabric flush mount perfectly captures mid-century modern elegance, featuring refined brass details that evoke the timeless style of Paavo Tynell. Crafted...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Stilnovo Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Sconces, Italy 1950s
Stilnovo Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Sconces, Italy 1950s

Stilnovo Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Sconces, Italy 1950s

$1,468 / set

Stilnovo Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Sconces, Italy 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful pair of Mid-Century Italian wall sconces in solid brass and Murano glass. This elegant and unique pair of lights was produced in Italy during the 1950s and is attributed to...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Chandelier Pendant Light Kalmar 'Tulipan', Glass Brass, 1970
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier Pendant Light Kalmar 'Tulipan', Glass Brass, 1970

Mid-Century Modern Chandelier Pendant Light Kalmar 'Tulipan', Glass Brass, 1970

$4,490

Mid-Century Modern Chandelier Pendant Light Kalmar 'Tulipan', Glass Brass, 1970

By Orrefors, Venini, J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting, Mazzega

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A fantastic light fixture model Tulipan by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). The name Tulipan derives from the tulip s...

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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Fontana Arte by Max Ingrand sconces model 2434, set of 2, Italy circa 1960s
Fontana Arte by Max Ingrand sconces model 2434, set of 2, Italy circa 1960s

Fontana Arte by Max Ingrand sconces model 2434, set of 2, Italy circa 1960s

$11,500 / set

Fontana Arte by Max Ingrand sconces model 2434, set of 2, Italy circa 1960s

By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte

Located in Long Island City, NY

Fontana Arte by Max Ingrand sconces model 2434. Designed and manufactured in Italy in 1960s. Green and white curved glass, enameled metal frame. 1 candelabra socket each. FREE US rew...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

French Sunburst Light Fixture / Flush Mount in Gilt Iron, 1940s
French Sunburst Light Fixture / Flush Mount in Gilt Iron, 1940s

French Sunburst Light Fixture / Flush Mount in Gilt Iron, 1940s

$3,466

French Sunburst Light Fixture / Flush Mount in Gilt Iron, 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Sunburst Foliage Flush Mount Light Fixture, Wrought Gilt Iron France, 1950 Sculptural sunburst ceiling light fixture with leaves frame surrounding a central spherical plate, gilt iro...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron

Green Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection
Green Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection

Green Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection

$2,655

Green Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

This collection draws inspiration from the agave and its piña, the dense heart from which mezcal is made. Each piece is handblown in Oaxaca, where the centuries-old making of mezcal ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Blown Glass

vintage limburg bubble glass ceiling LAMP model A 643 flush mount 1970s
vintage limburg bubble glass ceiling LAMP model A 643 flush mount 1970s

vintage limburg bubble glass ceiling LAMP model A 643 flush mount 1970s

$481

vintage limburg bubble glass ceiling LAMP model A 643 flush mount 1970s

By Limburg

Located in Mannheim, DE

Fantastic vintage ceiling lamp manufactured by Glashuette Limburg ind the 1970's. The base is made of metal, it is lacquered in gold (outside) and white (inside). The shade is made o...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

Italian Designer, Flush Mount, Glass, Italy, 1990s
Italian Designer, Flush Mount, Glass, Italy, 1990s

Italian Designer, Flush Mount, Glass, Italy, 1990s

$1,600

Italian Designer, Flush Mount, Glass, Italy, 1990s

Located in High Point, NC

A pink-colored Murano glass flush mount designed and produced in Italy, c. 1990s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 4.5"H x 11.75"D Bulb Specification...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Glass

French Sunburst Starburst Pendant Light Fixture in Gilt Metal & Milk Glass, 1950
French Sunburst Starburst Pendant Light Fixture in Gilt Metal & Milk Glass, 1950

French Sunburst Starburst Pendant Light Fixture in Gilt Metal & Milk Glass, 1950

$3,459Sale Price|20% Off

French Sunburst Starburst Pendant Light Fixture in Gilt Metal & Milk Glass, 1950

Located in Barcelona, ES

Sunburst Leafed Pendant Ceiling Light with In Gilt Iron with Milk Glass Globe France, 1950s Outstanding French sunburst pendant in gilt metal and opaline glass This sunburst starburs...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Iron

Large Amber Bubble Glass Ceiling Lamp by Helena Tynell, Limburg Germany 1960s
Large Amber Bubble Glass Ceiling Lamp by Helena Tynell, Limburg Germany 1960s

Large Amber Bubble Glass Ceiling Lamp by Helena Tynell, Limburg Germany 1960s

$881

Large Amber Bubble Glass Ceiling Lamp by Helena Tynell, Limburg Germany 1960s

By Glashütte Limburg, Helena Tynell

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Lovely Amber Bubble Glass Ceiling Lamp by Helena Tynell, Limburg Germany 1960s Height adjustable from about 45cm to 75cm. Executed in rattan. The pendant lamp comes with 1 x E27 / ...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

Barovier Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconce, Italy 1940s
Barovier Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconce, Italy 1940s

Barovier Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconce, Italy 1940s

$1,351

Barovier Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconce, Italy 1940s

By Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous Art Deco Murano sconce by Ercole Barovier. This bellflower-shaped sconce was produced in Italy during the late 1940s. In fabulous condition, with no chips or cracks. This ...

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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Mid-Century gilt wrought iron flush mount by Ferro Art, Spain, 1950s
Mid-Century gilt wrought iron flush mount by Ferro Art, Spain, 1950s

Mid-Century gilt wrought iron flush mount by Ferro Art, Spain, 1950s

$2,232

Mid-Century gilt wrought iron flush mount by Ferro Art, Spain, 1950s

By Willy Daro, Longobard, Ferrocolor, Ferro Art, Maison Jansen

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Brutalist and Atomic Era style wrought iron flush mount by Ferro Art (also known as Ferroarte), Spain, 1950s. Handmade wrought iron structure using metalwork techniques such as hamme...

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1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Petite Murano Opaline Glass & Brown Stripe Flush Mount Made by Itre Italy 1980s
Petite Murano Opaline Glass & Brown Stripe Flush Mount Made by Itre Italy 1980s

Petite Murano Opaline Glass & Brown Stripe Flush Mount Made by Itre Italy 1980s

$540

Petite Murano Opaline Glass & Brown Stripe Flush Mount Made by Itre Italy 1980s

By ITRE

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Experience the elegance of Italian design with this stunning flush mount ceiling light by ITRE, crafted in Italy during the 1980s. The piece features a sturdy metal base plate paired...

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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

Barovier Large Adjustable Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconces, Italy 1940s
Barovier Large Adjustable Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconces, Italy 1940s

Barovier Large Adjustable Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconces, Italy 1940s

$3,055 / set

Barovier Large Adjustable Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconces, Italy 1940s

By Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous large pair of Art Deco Murano wall sconces by Ercole Barovier. These unique bellflower adjustable sconces were produced in Italy during the 1940s. In fabulous condition wi...

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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron and Glass, 1950s
Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron and Glass, 1950s

Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron and Glass, 1950s

$3,995Sale Price|20% Off

Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron and Glass, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

One of kind Sunburst Leafed Light Fixture, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Frosted Glass Mid-Century Modern gilt iron sunburst flush mount with leaves surrounding a central frosted glass di...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Iron, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron

Midcentury Golden Brass Prism Crystals Chandelier by Lumica, Barcelona, 1970s
Midcentury Golden Brass Prism Crystals Chandelier by Lumica, Barcelona, 1970s

Midcentury Golden Brass Prism Crystals Chandelier by Lumica, Barcelona, 1970s

$3,484

Midcentury Golden Brass Prism Crystals Chandelier by Lumica, Barcelona, 1970s

By BD Lumica

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Unique, extraordinary and marvelous midcentury chandelier by Lumica, This chandelier was designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Barcelona (Spain) for the company “LUMICA". Thi...

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1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Fontana Arte Ceiling Light, Vintage Italian Flush Mount in glass and chrome
Fontana Arte Ceiling Light, Vintage Italian Flush Mount in glass and chrome

Fontana Arte Ceiling Light, Vintage Italian Flush Mount in glass and chrome

$4,200

Fontana Arte Ceiling Light, Vintage Italian Flush Mount in glass and chrome

By Fontana Arte

Located in Long Island City, NY

Fontana Arte flush mount ceiling light. Made in Italy in 1960s. Two kinds of glass. Takes 3 halogen G9 bulbs. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. FREE US rewiring upon request. F...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

RAAK Ceiling Flushmount Lights, 1960
RAAK Ceiling Flushmount Lights, 1960

RAAK Ceiling Flushmount Lights, 1960

$1,200

RAAK Ceiling Flushmount Lights, 1960

By RAAK

Located in Los Angeles, CA

wonderful flushmount lights with solid glass body by RAAK, Netherlands, 1960, three available, wired for US standards, one E27 socket per fixture, max. wattage 60w or LED equivalent,...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Aluminum

Model Moni' 1190-1200 Ceiling Lamp by Achille Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s, Italy
Model Moni' 1190-1200 Ceiling Lamp by Achille Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s, Italy

Model Moni' 1190-1200 Ceiling Lamp by Achille Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s, Italy

$1,692 / item

Model Moni' 1190-1200 Ceiling Lamp by Achille Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s, Italy

By Achille Castiglioni, Flos

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Model Moni' 1190 - 1200 ceiling lamp by Achille Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E14 light bulbs. Wired and sui...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Enamel

1 of 2 Huge Kalmar Ice Glass Flush Mount, Austria, 1960s
1 of 2 Huge Kalmar Ice Glass Flush Mount, Austria, 1960s

1 of 2 Huge Kalmar Ice Glass Flush Mount, Austria, 1960s

$2,526 / item

1 of 2 Huge Kalmar Ice Glass Flush Mount, Austria, 1960s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Stunning huge flush mounts by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1960s. Each flush mount is composed of nine-thick textured glass elements attached to a white metal frame. Heavy q...

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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

Large Spanish gilt gold crown Flush Mount round curve glass , circa 1950
Large Spanish gilt gold crown Flush Mount round curve glass , circa 1950

Large Spanish gilt gold crown Flush Mount round curve glass , circa 1950

$844Sale Price|40% Off

Large Spanish gilt gold crown Flush Mount round curve glass , circa 1950

Located in La xara, VC

Large Spanish crown light in gilt metal and opaline glass ; white ; opaline Spain, 1950s. Midcentury antique gilt iron frame or pendant with laurel leaf motifs surrounding a central...

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1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Light, Brass & Frosted Glass Starry Sky, Idman Oy, 1951
Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Light, Brass & Frosted Glass Starry Sky, Idman Oy, 1951

Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Light, Brass & Frosted Glass Starry Sky, Idman Oy, 1951

$7,500 / item

Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Light, Brass & Frosted Glass Starry Sky, Idman Oy, 1951

By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell

Located in Vienna, AT

Paavo Tynell Flush Mount "Starry Sky" 9068 for Idman Oy, 1950-1960 3 pieces available, priced individually Starry-sky ceiling light by Paavo Tynell for Idman. Brass, painted & perfor...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass, Iron

Large Sculptural Murano Glass Wall or Flush Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega
Large Sculptural Murano Glass Wall or Flush Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega

Large Sculptural Murano Glass Wall or Flush Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega

$8,225

Large Sculptural Murano Glass Wall or Flush Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega

By J.T. Kalmar, Paolo Venini, Mazzega, Max Ingrand, Carlo Nason

Located in München, DE

Unique and large Murano glass wall or ceiling lamp from the 1960s. The lamp is very impressive. The texture of the glass and its exceptional tint create a sparkling light. A fantasti...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

1 of 4 Mid Century Flushmount Smoked Glass by Limburg, Germany, 1970s
1 of 4 Mid Century Flushmount Smoked Glass by Limburg, Germany, 1970s

1 of 4 Mid Century Flushmount Smoked Glass by Limburg, Germany, 1970s

$881

1 of 4 Mid Century Flushmount Smoked Glass by Limburg, Germany, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Aachen, NRW

One of four round glass flush-mount ceiling lights by Limburg, Germany, 1970s. Featuring hand-blown smoked glass with an elegant raindrop texture, mounted on a solid brass base. The...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Large French Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1940s
Large French Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1940s

Large French Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1940s

$4,653Sale Price|20% Off

Large French Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Large French Modern Neoclassical Sunburst Light Fixture with Spikes Detail, France, 1940s This stunning hand-hammered gilt iron sunburst ceiling light was manufactured at the end of ...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron

Stunning Copper & Hand Blowing Smoke Glass Tubes Chandelier, 1960s, Germany
Stunning Copper & Hand Blowing Smoke Glass Tubes Chandelier, 1960s, Germany

Stunning Copper & Hand Blowing Smoke Glass Tubes Chandelier, 1960s, Germany

$2,420

Stunning Copper & Hand Blowing Smoke Glass Tubes Chandelier, 1960s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Stunning Copper & Hand Blowing Smoke Glass Tubes Chandelier, 1960s, Germany Sculptural very elegant rare heavy ceiling lamp. It is very ideal and suitable for all living areas. L...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Copper

Huge Foliage Floral Flush Mount Light Fixture in Polychromed Iron, 47 in
Huge Foliage Floral Flush Mount Light Fixture in Polychromed Iron, 47 in

Huge Foliage Floral Flush Mount Light Fixture in Polychromed Iron, 47 in

$13,513

Huge Foliage Floral Flush Mount Light Fixture in Polychromed Iron, 47 in

Located in Barcelona, ES

Monumental Multicolor Rosebush Tree Ceiling Flush Mount, Polychrome Iron, Italy, 1950s-1960s. One of a kind Extra large size (46,8 in x 47,2 in ) polychromed iron foliage flower bush...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Iron

Murano Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Fidenza Vetraria, Large, Italy 1960s
Murano Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Fidenza Vetraria, Large, Italy 1960s

Murano Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Fidenza Vetraria, Large, Italy 1960s

$5,800

Murano Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Fidenza Vetraria, Large, Italy 1960s

By Fidenza Vetraria

Located in Long Island City, NY

Murano flush mount ceiling light by Fidenza Vetraria. Designed and manufactured in Italy in 1960s. Five candelabra sockets. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. FREE US rewiring. ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Archimede Seguso, 1950s
Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Archimede Seguso, 1950s

Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Archimede Seguso, 1950s

$4,500

Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Archimede Seguso, 1950s

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Long Island City, NY

Murano glass flush mount ceiling light by Seguso. Made in Italy in 1950s. Murano ribbed glass, brass, metal. 4 medium base sockets. Rewired for US. FREE US rewiring upon request. FRE...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Large Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount, 1960s
Large Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount, 1960s

Large Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount, 1960s

$2,820

Large Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount, 1960s

Located in Berlin, DE

Wonderful vintage hand made blown glass flushmount. Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: E27 (US E26). .

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Glass

Petite Clear Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Massive Leuchten, Germany
Petite Clear Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Massive Leuchten, Germany

Petite Clear Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Massive Leuchten, Germany

$460

Petite Clear Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Massive Leuchten, Germany

By Massive Lighting

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful flush mount by Massive Leuchten, Germany. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 Edison or medium bulb up to 60 wat...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal

Mid-20th Century Modern Murano Glass Flush Mount Luminary by Paolo Venini, Italy
Mid-20th Century Modern Murano Glass Flush Mount Luminary by Paolo Venini, Italy

Mid-20th Century Modern Murano Glass Flush Mount Luminary by Paolo Venini, Italy

$35,000

Mid-20th Century Modern Murano Glass Flush Mount Luminary by Paolo Venini, Italy

By Paolo Venini

Located in North Miami, FL

Mid-20th century Modern Murano glass circular flush mount luminary by Paolo Venini, Italy By: Paolo Venini Material: glass, Murano glass, metal Technique: cast, molded, metalwork Di...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal

Golden French 1960s Pendant Flush Light
Golden French 1960s Pendant Flush Light

Golden French 1960s Pendant Flush Light

$1,900Sale Price / item|50% Off

Golden French 1960s Pendant Flush Light

Located in New York, NY

A stunning 1960s French polished solid brass round disc fixture with 16 solid glass orbs. Five-light sources which emit light downward through the glass as well as up toward the ceil...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

Barovier Large Leaf Sconce in Murano Glass and Brass, Italy 1950s
Barovier Large Leaf Sconce in Murano Glass and Brass, Italy 1950s

Barovier Large Leaf Sconce in Murano Glass and Brass, Italy 1950s

$869

Barovier Large Leaf Sconce in Murano Glass and Brass, Italy 1950s

By Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

Magnificent large leaf-shaped sconce in Murano mouth-blown crystal glass and solid brass. This stunning and unique light was designed by Barovier and produced in Italy during the ear...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Round Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts
Mid-Century Round Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts

Mid-Century Round Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts

$269

Mid-Century Round Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp. Metal base with clear glass. 1960-1970 Weight: 1.50 kg / 3.3 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international st...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal

Italian Brass Spider Ceiling or Wall Light in Mid-Century Style
Italian Brass Spider Ceiling or Wall Light in Mid-Century Style

Italian Brass Spider Ceiling or Wall Light in Mid-Century Style

$2,878 / item

Italian Brass Spider Ceiling or Wall Light in Mid-Century Style

By Stilnovo

Located in Bochum, NRW

Inspired by the Italian midcentury designs, this ceiling / wall light will make the focus center of your interior. The arms radiate all around the stem, each ending with a metal shad...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass, Aluminum

Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$5,800

Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A sizable off-white fabric and wood flush mount designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 6.0"H x 29.25"D Bulb Specifications: E-26 (Standard) Bulbs ...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Hand-Blown Murano Glass Flush Mount w/ Gold Flecks & Bronze Fittings
Mid-Century Hand-Blown Murano Glass Flush Mount w/ Gold Flecks & Bronze Fittings

Mid-Century Hand-Blown Murano Glass Flush Mount w/ Gold Flecks & Bronze Fittings

$4,975

Mid-Century Hand-Blown Murano Glass Flush Mount w/ Gold Flecks & Bronze Fittings

Located in New York, NY

A large Mid-Century Modernist hand-blown Murano glass flush mount chandelier, adorned with gold flecks and bronze fittings, Italy, 20th century. This extraordinary lighting fixture h...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Velella Flush Mount or Wall Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos
Velella Flush Mount or Wall Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos

Velella Flush Mount or Wall Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos

$1,527 / item

Velella Flush Mount or Wall Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos

By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille Castiglioni, Flos

Located in Milano, IT

The Velella lamp, designed by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos in 1967, is an iconic example of Italian mid-century lighting design. Its distinctive circular silhouette, c...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal

Vico Magistretti for Artemide "Triteti" ceiling or wall light, Italy circa 1960s
Vico Magistretti for Artemide "Triteti" ceiling or wall light, Italy circa 1960s

Vico Magistretti for Artemide "Triteti" ceiling or wall light, Italy circa 1960s

$2,900 / item

Vico Magistretti for Artemide "Triteti" ceiling or wall light, Italy circa 1960s

By Artemide, Vico Magistretti

Located in Long Island City, NY

Vico Magistretti fro Artemide "Triteti" ceiling or wall light Designed and made in Italy in 1960s Can be used as ceiling light or wall light. Take 3 medium base bulbs each. Complimen...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Plastic

Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Pine, Metal, Sweden, 1970s
Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Pine, Metal, Sweden, 1970s

Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Pine, Metal, Sweden, 1970s

$1,250

Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Pine, Metal, Sweden, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

A pine and white-lacquered metal flush mount produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 5.0"H x 13.15"W x 13.15"D Bulb Specifications: E-26 (Standard) Bulbs Number...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal

Turquoise Blue Sunburst Light Fixture with Patterned Milk Glass Lampshade, 1950s
Turquoise Blue Sunburst Light Fixture with Patterned Milk Glass Lampshade, 1950s

Turquoise Blue Sunburst Light Fixture with Patterned Milk Glass Lampshade, 1950s

$4,112

Turquoise Blue Sunburst Light Fixture with Patterned Milk Glass Lampshade, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Blue Sunburst Ceiling Flush Mount Light Fixture, Milk Glass, Lacquered Wood, Italy, 1950s Eye-catching sunburst ceiling light manufacted at the Mid-20th century Modern period with Sp...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Milk Glass, Wood, Opaline Glass

Iron Metal Spider with Murano Glass, Sconce Wall Light Sculpture, Italy 1970s
Iron Metal Spider with Murano Glass, Sconce Wall Light Sculpture, Italy 1970s

Iron Metal Spider with Murano Glass, Sconce Wall Light Sculpture, Italy 1970s

$920

Iron Metal Spider with Murano Glass, Sconce Wall Light Sculpture, Italy 1970s

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Mid-Century Italian “Spider” Wall Lamp with smoked Murano Glass, 1970s Striking and sculptural, this mid-century Italian wall sconce—often referred to as a “spider” lamp—features an...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal

Murano flush mount ceiling light by Toso Vetri D'Arte, Italy circa 1960s
Murano flush mount ceiling light by Toso Vetri D'Arte, Italy circa 1960s

Murano flush mount ceiling light by Toso Vetri D'Arte, Italy circa 1960s

$3,800

Murano flush mount ceiling light by Toso Vetri D'Arte, Italy circa 1960s

By Toso Vetri D'arte

Located in Long Island City, NY

Murano glass flush mount ceiling light Toso Vetri D'Arte. Designed and made in Italy in 1960s. Hand blown glass. Three candelabra bulbs. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Stic...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Lovely cocoon ceiling light by Friedel Wauer for GOLDKANT, 1960s Germany
Lovely cocoon ceiling light by Friedel Wauer for GOLDKANT, 1960s Germany

Lovely cocoon ceiling light by Friedel Wauer for GOLDKANT, 1960s Germany

$1,938

Lovely cocoon ceiling light by Friedel Wauer for GOLDKANT, 1960s Germany

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Lovely cocoon ceiling light by Friedel Wauer for GOLDKANT, 1960s Germany Fully functional. Works with 220V and 110V. Wiring is suitable for all countries. It is possible to install...

Category

1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal

Stunning Amber Glass & Wood Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1970s Massive Lighting
Stunning Amber Glass & Wood Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1970s Massive Lighting

Stunning Amber Glass & Wood Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1970s Massive Lighting

$620

Stunning Amber Glass & Wood Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1970s Massive Lighting

By Massive Lighting

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful amber glass and wood flush mount ceiling light. Made in Germany by massive lightning. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires two Europ...

Category

1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal

1960s Castiglioni Brass 'Light Ball' Ceiling Lamp
1960s Castiglioni Brass 'Light Ball' Ceiling Lamp

1960s Castiglioni Brass 'Light Ball' Ceiling Lamp

$2,000

1960s Castiglioni Brass 'Light Ball' Ceiling Lamp

By Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in Glendale, CA

1960s Castiglioni Brass 'Light Ball' Ceiling Lamp for Flos. Designed in 1965 by brothers Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for FLOS, this rare and vintage brass variant comes wit...

Category

1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

Barovier Murano "Rostrato" Murano Glass and Brass Table Lamp, Italy 1940s
Barovier Murano "Rostrato" Murano Glass and Brass Table Lamp, Italy 1940s

Barovier Murano "Rostrato" Murano Glass and Brass Table Lamp, Italy 1940s

$1,169

Barovier Murano "Rostrato" Murano Glass and Brass Table Lamp, Italy 1940s

By Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous and very rare Murano glass table lamp entirely made in "rostrato" mouth-blown Murano glass with brass accents. This unique table lamp is incredibly charming and was designe...

Category

1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-century Modern flush mount for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern flush mount for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage flush mount created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, mirrors, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern flush mount made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original flush mount, popular names associated with this style include Fabio Ltd, Glashütte Limburg, Kalmar Lighting, and J.T. Kalmar. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for flush mount differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $117 and tops out at $65,353 while the average work can sell for $2,300.

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