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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
Brutalist Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, France 1940s
Brutalist Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, France 1940s

Brutalist Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, France 1940s

$4,996

Brutalist Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, France 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Gorgeous Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Wrought Gilt Iron France, 1950 Sculptural brutalist ceiling light fixture with sunburst design, gilt iron, gold leaf. _____________________...

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

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

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

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

$1,069

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

By Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

Spectacular and very rare Murano glass table lamp entirely crafted in rostrato mouth-blown Murano glass. This incredibly elegant piece was designed by Barovier and produced in Murano...

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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

Spanish Sunburst Leaves Chandelier / Pendant Light in Silvered Iron, 1950s
Spanish Sunburst Leaves Chandelier / Pendant Light in Silvered Iron, 1950s

Spanish Sunburst Leaves Chandelier / Pendant Light in Silvered Iron, 1950s

$6,507

Spanish Sunburst Leaves Chandelier / Pendant Light in Silvered Iron, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Gorgeous Sunburst Chandelier / Ceiling Pendant Light in Silver Patinated Iron and Frosted Glass. Hand-crafted in Spain, 1950-1960 Large size. This outstanding chandelier features a s...

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

Materials

Metal, Iron

Large Sunburst Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron and Glass, c. 1950
Large Sunburst Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron and Glass, c. 1950

Large Sunburst Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron and Glass, c. 1950

$4,984

Large Sunburst Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron and Glass, c. 1950

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching gilt wrought iron sunburst ceiling flush mount with large frosted glass lampshade. Spain, 1950s Rare find. This stunning ceiling light fixture features a sunburst struc...

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

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Rare Flower Ceiling Lamp - Murano Art Glass - pink glasses
Rare Flower Ceiling Lamp - Murano Art Glass - pink glasses

Rare Flower Ceiling Lamp - Murano Art Glass - pink glasses

$1,975

Rare Flower Ceiling Lamp - Murano Art Glass - pink glasses

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Fantastic and fabulous of vintage Murano Italy art glass ceiling light. The rare lamp is made of 24 mouth-blown hand-formed leaf-form pink glass panels plus a huge glass as a bottom....

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

Materials

Art Glass

Huge Spanish Sunburst Foliage Pendant Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1950s
Huge Spanish Sunburst Foliage Pendant Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1950s

Huge Spanish Sunburst Foliage Pendant Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1950s

$8,366

Huge Spanish Sunburst Foliage Pendant Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Monumental Sunburst Chandelier / Ceiling Pendant Light, Gilt Iron, Frosted Glass Hand-crafted in Spain, 1950-1960 Large size. This outstanding chandelier features a sunburst shaped c...

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

Materials

Bronze, Metal, Iron

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

$3,420Sale 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 starbur...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal, Iron

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

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

$1,394

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

By Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful large table lamp in "rostrato" mouth-blown Murano glass and brass, completed by an ivory cotton lampshade. This incredibly charming table lamp was designed by Ercole Barovi...

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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

Millefiori Flush Mount by Barovier e Toso
Millefiori Flush Mount by Barovier e Toso

Millefiori Flush Mount by Barovier e Toso

$2,600

Millefiori Flush Mount by Barovier e Toso

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Italian flush mount with clear and gold hand blown Murano glass flowers / Made in Italy in the 1960s by Barovier e Toso Measures: Diameter 24 inches / height 8 inches 5 light...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of 1960s Space Age Ivory Enameled Metal Eyeball Globe Wall/Ceiling Lights
Pair of 1960s Space Age Ivory Enameled Metal Eyeball Globe Wall/Ceiling Lights

Pair of 1960s Space Age Ivory Enameled Metal Eyeball Globe Wall/Ceiling Lights

$425 / set

Pair of 1960s Space Age Ivory Enameled Metal Eyeball Globe Wall/Ceiling Lights

By RAAK

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 1960s Space Age globe lights in ivory enameled metal with chrome convex reflector balls at center. Each fixture mounts as either a wall or ceiling light and accepts a standar...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Chrome

Seguso Murano Flush mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1950's
Seguso Murano Flush mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1950's

Seguso Murano Flush mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1950's

$2,355

Seguso Murano Flush mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1950's

By Seguso

Located in London, Fitzrovia

Seguso Murano Flush mount ceiling light, Italy circa 1950's. Really nice waxy glass.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

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

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

$2,904 / set

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

By (After) Gio Ponti, Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous pair of Art Deco Murano sconces by Barovier. These gorgeous bellflower-shaped sconces were produced in Italy during the late 1940s. Six pieces available, all in fabulous c...

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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

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

$4,183

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

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

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

Materials

Brass, Bronze

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

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

$2,783 / set

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

By Ercole Barovier, Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous and unique large pair of flower-shaped sconces in Murano mouth-blown “bullicante” crystal glass and solid brass. These marvelous lights were designed by Barovier and produc...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

Stunning Flush Mount Mushroom Shape Air Bubble Glass by Limburg, 1970s
Stunning Flush Mount Mushroom Shape Air Bubble Glass by Limburg, 1970s

Stunning Flush Mount Mushroom Shape Air Bubble Glass by Limburg, 1970s

$620 / item

Stunning Flush Mount Mushroom Shape Air Bubble Glass by Limburg, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Nuernberg, DE

An exceptional and generously scaled ceiling mount fixture by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, dating to the 1970s. The light features a sculptural mushroom-shaped shade in beautifully ti...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

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

Materials

Blown Glass

Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mount, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mount, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mount, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

$4,600

Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mount, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

By Carl Fagerlund

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and glass flush mount designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. A brass and glass flush mount designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefor...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

Blown Glass

One of... Austrian Vintage Glass and Brushed Brass Flushmount Ceiling Light
One of... Austrian Vintage Glass and Brushed Brass Flushmount Ceiling Light

One of... Austrian Vintage Glass and Brushed Brass Flushmount Ceiling Light

$3,369

One of... Austrian Vintage Glass and Brushed Brass Flushmount Ceiling Light

Located in Berlin, DE

Beautiful white-opal glass and brushed brass ceiling flush mount, Austria Lamp sockets: 4x E27 (US E26).

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1980s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

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

$3,369

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

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

German Designer, Flush Mount, Fiberglass, Brass, Germany, 1950s
German Designer, Flush Mount, Fiberglass, Brass, Germany, 1950s

German Designer, Flush Mount, Fiberglass, Brass, Germany, 1950s

$3,600

German Designer, Flush Mount, Fiberglass, Brass, Germany, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A beige fiberglass or faux parchment and brass flush mount designed and produced in Germany, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina on brass. Some small stains on parchment consistent with age a...

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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

Large Mid-Century Modern Goldkant Cocoon Ceiling Flush Mount Light, Germany 1960
Large Mid-Century Modern Goldkant Cocoon Ceiling Flush Mount Light, Germany 1960

Large Mid-Century Modern Goldkant Cocoon Ceiling Flush Mount Light, Germany 1960

$4,183

Large Mid-Century Modern Goldkant Cocoon Ceiling Flush Mount Light, Germany 1960

By Goldkant Leuchten

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Large Mid-Century Modern Goldkant Cocoon Ceiling Flush Mount Light, Germany 1960 Rare, large and decorative Mid-Century Modern cocoon ceiling lamp, flush mount or wall sconce. Desig...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal

American Designer, Flush Mount, Glass, Brass, USA, 1950s
American Designer, Flush Mount, Glass, Brass, USA, 1950s

American Designer, Flush Mount, Glass, Brass, USA, 1950s

$3,800

American Designer, Flush Mount, Glass, Brass, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A white opaline glass and brass flush mount designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina on brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 5.0"...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

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

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

1970s Sciolari 8 Lights Chrome Cubic Flush Mount , Italy
1970s Sciolari 8 Lights Chrome Cubic Flush Mount , Italy

1970s Sciolari 8 Lights Chrome Cubic Flush Mount , Italy

$3,095Sale Price|20% Off

1970s Sciolari 8 Lights Chrome Cubic Flush Mount , Italy

By Sciolari Lighting, Lightolier, Gaetano Sciolari

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Gaetano Sciolari 8 cubes chrome flush mount made in Italy in the 70s . Solid well made construction . Contain 8 E12 candelabra sockets rated at 15 watt each. Acrylic shade have a...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass, Chrome

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

Barovier Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconce, Italy 1940s

$1,336

Barovier 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

Materials

Brass

Architectural Mid‑Century Style Spider Ceiling Lamp in Hand‑Finished Aged Gold
Architectural Mid‑Century Style Spider Ceiling Lamp in Hand‑Finished Aged Gold

Architectural Mid‑Century Style Spider Ceiling Lamp in Hand‑Finished Aged Gold

$4,066 / item

Architectural Mid‑Century Style Spider Ceiling Lamp in Hand‑Finished Aged Gold

By Stilnovo

Located in Bochum, NRW

An architectural ceiling lamp with six radiating arms, each ending in a uniquely perforated shade that creates a subtle play of light and shadow. The piece is finished in a luxurious...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

Large Pair of Bolla Flush Mount Ceiling or Wall Light by Martinelli, Italy 1960s
Large Pair of Bolla Flush Mount Ceiling or Wall Light by Martinelli, Italy 1960s

Large Pair of Bolla Flush Mount Ceiling or Wall Light by Martinelli, Italy 1960s

$1,684 / set

Large Pair of Bolla Flush Mount Ceiling or Wall Light by Martinelli, Italy 1960s

By Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful large pair of mid-century “Bolla” wall or ceiling lights. These stylish and elegant lights were designed by Elio Martinelli and produced by Martinelli Luce in Italy during ...

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

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Italian Midcentury White Lilac Murano Chandelier by Mazzega, 1970s
Italian Midcentury White Lilac Murano Chandelier by Mazzega, 1970s

Italian Midcentury White Lilac Murano Chandelier by Mazzega, 1970s

$2,631

Italian Midcentury White Lilac Murano Chandelier by Mazzega, 1970s

By Mazzega, AVMazzega

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Spiral and marvellous Italian White LIlac Murano glasses Midcentury Chandelier. This Chandelier was made during the 1970s in Italy for the Venice company “Mazzega”. Mazzega lie in th...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

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

$2,788

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

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

$4,938

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

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron

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

Mid-Century Round Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts

$266

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...

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

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Metal

Barovier Large Lamp in Murano Rostrato Glass and Brass & Pink Shade, Italy, 1940
Barovier Large Lamp in Murano Rostrato Glass and Brass & Pink Shade, Italy, 1940

Barovier Large Lamp in Murano Rostrato Glass and Brass & Pink Shade, Italy, 1940

$1,394

Barovier Large Lamp in Murano Rostrato Glass and Brass & Pink Shade, Italy, 1940

By Barovier, (After) Gio Ponti

Located in Roma, IT

Spectacular and unique large table lamp in mouth-blown “rostrato” Murano glass and brass and completed by a light pink cotton lampshade. This gorgeous lamp was designed by Ercole Bar...

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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

Helena Tynell Amber Bubble Glass Wall or Ceiling Lamp for Glashütte Limberg
Helena Tynell Amber Bubble Glass Wall or Ceiling Lamp for Glashütte Limberg

Helena Tynell Amber Bubble Glass Wall or Ceiling Lamp for Glashütte Limberg

$2,200

Helena Tynell Amber Bubble Glass Wall or Ceiling Lamp for Glashütte Limberg

By Helena Tynell, Glashütte Limburg

Located in Glendale, CA

Helena Tynell Amber Bubble Glass Wall or Ceiling Lamp Executed in thick and heavy textured light amber bubble glass and original black plastic mount. When lit, the glass diffuser ca...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Glass, Plastic

1 of 2 Tronchi Murano Glass Flush mount light by Venini for Kalmar, Austria, 60s
1 of 2 Tronchi Murano Glass Flush mount light by Venini for Kalmar, Austria, 60s

1 of 2 Tronchi Murano Glass Flush mount light by Venini for Kalmar, Austria, 60s

$2,904 / item

1 of 2 Tronchi Murano Glass Flush mount light by Venini for Kalmar, Austria, 60s

By Kalmar Lighting, Venini

Located in Aachen, NRW

Stunning Murano glass chandelier designed by Venini for Kalmar, 1960s Two tiers gather many structured glasses, beautifully refracting the light very heavy quality. High quality and...

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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

Several Square Amber Glass Flush Mounts in the Style of Tynell, 1960
Several Square Amber Glass Flush Mounts in the Style of Tynell, 1960

Several Square Amber Glass Flush Mounts in the Style of Tynell, 1960

$812 / item

Several Square Amber Glass Flush Mounts in the Style of Tynell, 1960

Located in Rijssen, NL

Square glass flush mount in the style Helena Tynell, manufactured in 1960. The structured glass creates a beautiful ambiance. The square glass is mounted on a gold colored metal back...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal

Hollywood Regency. Gilt leaves flush mount light by Ferro Art, Spain, 1950s
Hollywood Regency. Gilt leaves flush mount light by Ferro Art, Spain, 1950s

Hollywood Regency. Gilt leaves flush mount light by Ferro Art, Spain, 1950s

$2,551

Hollywood Regency. Gilt leaves flush mount light by Ferro Art, Spain, 1950s

By Ferrocolor, Ferro Art, Willy Daro, Maison Jansen

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Hollywood Regency and Mid-Century Modern style gilded leaves flush mount by Ferro Art, Spain, 1950s. Metal structure composed of several plant branches welded together in the form of...

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1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

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

$10,690Sale Price|20% Off

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

Materials

Metal, Iron

1960s Lightolier 5 arms Striped Glass and Brass Flush Mount , USA
1960s Lightolier 5 arms Striped Glass and Brass Flush Mount , USA

1960s Lightolier 5 arms Striped Glass and Brass Flush Mount , USA

$2,400Sale Price|20% Off

1960s Lightolier 5 arms Striped Glass and Brass Flush Mount , USA

By Paavo Tynell, Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Elegant 5 arms striped glass mounted on a brass structure flush mount fixture from Lightolier. Leafs are brass plated . Contain 5 E26 Edison base socket rated at 40 watt each ...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

White "Light Ball" Wall or Ceiling Lamps by Castiglioni for Flos, Italy 1970s
White "Light Ball" Wall or Ceiling Lamps by Castiglioni for Flos, Italy 1970s

White "Light Ball" Wall or Ceiling Lamps by Castiglioni for Flos, Italy 1970s

$1,115 / item

White "Light Ball" Wall or Ceiling Lamps by Castiglioni for Flos, Italy 1970s

By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos

Located in Roma, IT

Amazing Mid-Century “Light Ball” wall or ceiling lamp in white enameled metal and opaline glass. This iconic flush mount light was designed by Achille Castiglioni and manufactured in...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal

Rare Flower Ceiling Lamp - Murano Art Glass
Rare Flower Ceiling Lamp - Murano Art Glass

Rare Flower Ceiling Lamp - Murano Art Glass

$1,859

Rare Flower Ceiling Lamp - Murano Art Glass

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Fantastic and fabulous of vintage Murano Italy art glass ceiling light. The rare lamp is made of 24 mouth-blown hand-formed leaf-form clear glass panels plus a huge glass as a bottom...

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

Materials

Art Glass

Barovier & Toso Large Millefiori Murano Glass Flower Flush Mount, Italy, 1960s
Barovier & Toso Large Millefiori Murano Glass Flower Flush Mount, Italy, 1960s

Barovier & Toso Large Millefiori Murano Glass Flower Flush Mount, Italy, 1960s

$2,400

Barovier & Toso Large Millefiori Murano Glass Flower Flush Mount, Italy, 1960s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Vienna, AT

A decorative and lovely floral Mille fiori multicolor flush mount chandelier / ceiling lamp from the 1960s, handmade in Murano, Venice, Italy. This Venetian beauty has a diameter of ...

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

Materials

Metal, Wire

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

$2,846 / 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

Aluminum, Metal, Brass

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

$1,670 / item

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

By Flos, Achille Castiglioni

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

Stilnovo Style Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, Vintage 1960s
Stilnovo Style Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, Vintage 1960s

Stilnovo Style Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, Vintage 1960s

$3,300 / item

Stilnovo Style Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, Vintage 1960s

By Stilnovo

Located in Long Island City, NY

Stilnovo style flush mount ceiling light. Designed and made in Italy, 1960s Textured glass, brass, enameled aluminum. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Takes 3 candelabra E14 b...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, 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

Art Deco Style Vinyl Bakelite Flush Mounts (2) Ceiling Lamp, Germany 1955
Art Deco Style Vinyl Bakelite Flush Mounts (2) Ceiling Lamp, Germany 1955

Art Deco Style Vinyl Bakelite Flush Mounts (2) Ceiling Lamp, Germany 1955

$2,120 / item

Art Deco Style Vinyl Bakelite Flush Mounts (2) Ceiling Lamp, Germany 1955

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Vienna, AT

Large Mid-century Vinyl flush mount, Germany 1950- we have a pair available! Large 24" flush-mounts, circa 1955. This light features a stretched double layered shade with brass and a...

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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Aluminum

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

$3,427

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

Materials

Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron

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

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

$2,655

Charcoal 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

Materials

Blown Glass

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

$2,323 / 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

Materials

Nickel

Vintage German Oval White Opaline Glass Flush Mount Sconces Wall Lamps
Vintage German Oval White Opaline Glass Flush Mount Sconces Wall Lamps

Vintage German Oval White Opaline Glass Flush Mount Sconces Wall Lamps

$244 / item

Vintage German Oval White Opaline Glass Flush Mount Sconces Wall Lamps

Located in Amsterdam, NL

German opaline industrial ceiling lamp Metal base with white opaline glass 1x E27 / E26 Weight: 1.80 kg / 4 lb Priced per individual item. All...

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

Materials

Iron

Florian Schulz Large Flush Mount Light Sela in polished Nickel, 1970s
Florian Schulz Large Flush Mount Light Sela in polished Nickel, 1970s

Florian Schulz Large Flush Mount Light Sela in polished Nickel, 1970s

$2,207

Florian Schulz Large Flush Mount Light Sela in polished Nickel, 1970s

By Florian Schulz

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Florian Schulz Large Flush Mount Light Sela in polished Nickel, 1970s Magnificent, large version of flush-mount light or wall sconce made of plated and polished shiny nickel by Flor...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Italian Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount
Italian Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount

Italian Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount

$1,975

Italian Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount

Located in Berlin, DE

Wonderful vintage hand blown white opal and matte green glass flush mount. Italy, 1980s-1990s Lamp sockets: E27 (US E26).

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

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Brass and Beveled Glass Flush Mount Lamps, Fontana Arte, Italy, 1970s
Brass and Beveled Glass Flush Mount Lamps, Fontana Arte, Italy, 1970s

Brass and Beveled Glass Flush Mount Lamps, Fontana Arte, Italy, 1970s

$974 / item

Brass and Beveled Glass Flush Mount Lamps, Fontana Arte, Italy, 1970s

By Fontana Arte

Located in Roma, IT

Magnificent wall or ceiling lamp made of solid brass and beveled crystal glass. This striking and elegant piece was produced in Italy during the 1950s and is attributed to Fontana Ar...

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

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Leather Pendant Light in Camel, Capa, Talabartero Collection Saddle Lamp
Leather Pendant Light in Camel, Capa, Talabartero Collection Saddle Lamp

Leather Pendant Light in Camel, Capa, Talabartero Collection Saddle Lamp

$2,825 / item

Leather Pendant Light in Camel, Capa, Talabartero Collection Saddle Lamp

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

The lamps in this collection are inspired by Colombia’s equestrian heritage, layered with a jewel-toned color palette that takes inspiration from the works of Colombian artist Fernan...

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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian 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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