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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 legendary 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.

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
Recognized Seller Listings
Ceiling lamp designed by Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling lamp designed by Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1970s. Brass and opal glass. H: 34.5 cm D: 48 cm
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Set of 3 Paavo Tynell Model "2033" Ceiling Lamps for Taito, Finland 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The most famous Finnish industrial designer, Paavo Tynell came to be known as the “man who illuminated Finland” thanks to his notable lighting designs. A master craftsman himself, Ty...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Milk Glass

Paavo Tynell "80112-25" Milk Glass Ceiling Light for Idman Oy, Finland 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The most famous Finnish industrial designer, Paavo Tynell came to be known as the “man who illuminated Finland” thanks to his notable lighting designs. A master craftsman himself, Ty...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Milk Glass

Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Large Square Glass Flush Mount Model 1990
Located in New York, NY
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte large square glass flush mount ceiling light model 1990 consisting of white enameled perforated metal structure suspending a larger thick clear polished ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Rosewood, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A white-lacquered metal, rosewood and glass flush mount designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.4” H x 3.5” Diameter Socket takes standard E-26 b...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

Yki Nummi, Flush Mounts, Metal, Finland, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of white-lacquered metal flush mounts designed by Yki Nummi and produced by Ornö, Finland, 1960s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): N/A Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 2 socke...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Rare Pair of Tre Lune Ceiling or Walll Lights
Located in New York, NY
Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce rare matched pair of original Tre Lune flush mount ceiling or wall lights each with three frosted glass shades suspended from polished brass structure and...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Murano Glass Grande Flush Mount
Located in Austin, TX
Large flush mount made of hand-blown glass petals from Murano, Italy. This flower shaped fixture has frosted glass that emanates from a central finial. It has been newly wired to fit...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Murano Glass

20th Century Gio Ponti Chandelier structure in Brass and 10 diffusers in Glass
Located in Turin, Turin
An eclectic personality, from his early days he was active in the fields of architecture, painting, graphics and set design. He graduated in architecture from the Milan Polytechnic i...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Gispen Opal Glass Stepped Ceiling Lamp, The Netherlands 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This Gispen ceiling lamp in opal white glass stands as a testament to timeless design, seamlessly merging the elegance of the Art Deco period with the refined minimalism of the 1950s...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Opaline Glass

Murano Glass Flower Flush Mount
Located in Austin, TX
Flush mount fixture made of hand-blown glass elements. Each glass petal circles a central hand-blown glass cup. We love the frosted glass and the stamped details on each. This has be...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Delicate Ceiling Light with Golden Glass Orb
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ceiling light, brass, glass, aluminum, The Netherlands, 1960s A stunning ceiling light made in Holland in the 1960s. A tear drop shaped glass orb in a golden shade that radiates a w...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Aluminum, Brass

Doria Leuchten Wall Lights or Sconces in Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Doria Leuchten, sconces or wall lights, metal, Germany, 1970s.  These white metal wall or ceiling lights offer a unique opportunity to make a statement in your interior. Winning an ...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

Brass and Metal Ceiling Lamps by Taiba-Falkenberg Belysnin, Sweden 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Falkenbergs Belysning is a Swedish lighting company that was founded in 1951 in the town of Falkenberg, hence the name. The company specialized in producing high-quality lighting fix...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Sheet Metal, Brass

Martha & Beaumont Mood, Flush mounts, Ceramic, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of hand-painted pink, red and blue ceramic flush mounts or pendant lights, designed and produced by Martha & Beaumont Mood, San Antonio, Texas, USA, 1970s Overall Dimensions...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Ceramic

Martha & Beaumont Mood, Flush mounts, Ceramic, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of hand-painted yellow, red and blue ceramic flush mounts or pendant lights, designed and produced by Martha & Beaumont Mood, San Antonio, Texas, USA, 1970s Overall Dimensio...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Ceramic

Martha & Beaumont Mood, Flush mounts, Ceramic, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of hand-painted yellow, red and blue ceramic flush mounts or pendant lights, designed and produced by Martha & Beaumont Mood, San Antonio, Texas, USA, 1970s. Overall Dimensio...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Ceramic

Doria Leuchten Wall Light or Sconce in Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Doria Leuchten, sconce or wall light, metal, Germany, 1970s.  This white metal wall or ceiling light offers a unique opportunity to make a statement in your interior. Winning an I...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

Large Faceted Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light in Style of Fontana Arte, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Elegant large flush mount ceiling light in the style of Fontana Arte with faceted glass diffuser on brass mount, Italy, 1960s. This lovely ceiling light reflects the light beautifull...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Faceted Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light in Style of Fontana Arte, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Elegant large flush mount ceiling light in the style of Fontana Arte with faceted glass diffuser on brass mount, Italy, 1960s. This lovely ceiling light reflects the light beautifull...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

RAAK Ceiling Lights 'Maxi-Light Bulb' in Smoked Glass and Brass
By RAAK
Located in Waalwijk, NL
RAAK Amsterdam, ceiling light model 'Maxi-Light Bulb' B-1260, brass, smoked glass, The Netherlands, 1960s. RAAK created an amusing lamp by building a light bulb around a light bul...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce '12712' Ceiling Lights
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce, ceiling lights or wall lights, model '12712', nickel-plated brass, coated brass, acrylic, lacquered aluminum, Italy, circa 1958 This ceiling lamp, desi...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Nickel, Aluminum, Brass

Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass chandelier, rewired for the US. A very tight composition of stamped Murano glass. Great classic line and very fine craftsmanship. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Doria Leuchten Wall Lights or Sconces in Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Doria Leuchten, sconces or wall lights, metal, Germany, 1970s.  These white metal wall or ceiling lights offer a unique opportunity to make a statement in your interior. Winning a...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Tre Lune Ceiling Light, Italy, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce original "Tre Lune" flush mount ceiling light with three frosted glass shades suspended from rich patinated brass structure and mount. These Arredoluce original Lune and Stella...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Midcentury Ceiling Light in Blown Glass and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chandelier, brass, blown glass, Czech Republic, 1960s. This ceiling light features a delightful composition combined with the use of fine materials. The cylindrical-shaped canopy si...
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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Paavo Tynell "80112-25" Ceiling Lights for Idman Oy, Finland, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The most famous Finnish industrial designer, Paavo Tynell came to be known as the “man who illuminated Finland” thanks to his notable lighting designs. A master craftsman himself, Tynell’s designs were derivative of a traditional aesthetic with a modern sensibility, mixed with an extensive use of glass and brass as material. Tynell’s designs in the ceiling lamp series that these lamps belong to, merge together simple shapes and sculptural elements. In the 1950s, he designed a number of iconic lamps that are still sought after today, including this pair of rare milk glass ceiling lamps...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

Perzel Flush Mounted Fixture
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Square ceiling fixture designed by Jean Perzel. Would be perfect for small room.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Rare Flush Mount Ceiling Lights Model 2093, Finland, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy rare and elegant flush mount ceiling lights with opaline glass dish shades with trademark central brass spiral decorations...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Pink Murano Glass Flush Mount in the Style of Carlo Nason
Located in Austin, TX
Pink Murano glass flush mount in the style of Carlo Nason. This spectacular fixture features hand-blown discs of textured pink glass with...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Murano Glass

Perzel Flush-Mounted Fixture
Located in Bridgewater, CT
French Art Deco plafonnier by Jean Perzel. Opaque white glass shades mounted in a chromed brass frame. Measures: 13” x 13” x 4".
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Modernist Italian Light Fixture by Giampiero Aloi
Located in Austin, TX
Ceiling fixture, Italian, by Giampiero Aloi for Lumi Production made of lacquered metal and gilded brass, circa 1960, Italy.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Brass

6-Globe Modern Chandelier, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
6-Globe Modern Chandelier Made in Italy Flush mount brass and steel fixture with six cascading frosted glass globes. 22" dia x 24" h Ref. L3384 *4-6 Week...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

RAAK Ceiling Lights 'Maxi-Light Bulb' in Smoked Glass and Brass
By RAAK
Located in Waalwijk, NL
RAAK Amsterdam, ceiling light model 'Maxi-Light Bulb' B-1260, brass, smoked glass, The Netherlands, 1960s. RAAK created an amusing lamp by building a light bulb around a light bul...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Glashütte Limburg Brass and Glass Flush Mount Light, Germany 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The interior luminaires from Glashütte Limburg have been part of their range for almost six decades. The company has been known for their impeccable craftsmanship in the production p...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Murano Square Flush Mount or Wall Sconce
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Blown Murano glass flush mount or wall sconce.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Murano Glass

Max Ingrand Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Model #1937, featuring thick crystal shields with beveled edges and satin faces. Black metal and steel structures with patinated brass clips. Although this model was originally shown...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass, Steel

Three Sculptural Blown Glass Sconces by Leucos, Italy 1970's
Located in New York, NY
LEUCOS Three sculptural sconces (sold individually) by Leucos, in bullicante clear Murano blown glass with red pate de verre edging. May also be mounted as ceiling lights. Italy, 197...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Blown Glass

Pair of Max Ingrand Chiseled Glass Sconces or Ceiling Lights, Italy 1960's
Located in New York, NY
MAX INGRAND ( 1908-1969) for FONTANA ARTE Pair of wall sconces, also fitted as ceiling fixtures, in opaline glass with chiseled glass diffuser, chromed mounts Italy, 1960's Dimens...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Glass, Opaline Glass

Prism Lens Light by Stilnovo
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Stilnovo flush mount fixture with an extruded prism glass lens and white frame. Made in Italy, circa 1960s. Five available, one in black also available.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal

Squared Nickeled Flush Mount with Thick Clear Glass Frame, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Italy, 1970s Square nickeled ceiling fixture with thick slab clear glass frame and bowed opaline diffuser. Measures: 15 x 15 x 3 H Rewired fo...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Glass

Textured Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, France, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
France, 1950s A square ceiling light in rich ribbed and textured frosted cast glass, with ingenious removable center hole opening. Nickeled metal frame. Measures: 11 W x 11 D x 6 H ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Glass

Limburg Iridized Glass Flush Mount Fixture, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Flush mount ceiling fixture in cast iridized glass by Glashütte Limburg. Germany, 1960s.
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Glass

Oval Ceiling Light, Wood and Opaline Glass, Italy 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Italy, 1960s Long oval flush mount ceiling light, opaline squared tubular lamp enclosure suspended from a gracefully curved oval polished wood canopy ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Wood, Glass

A Ceiling Light with Reticello Glass by Venini
Located in New York, NY
Italy, 1950s An elegant round ceiling light with reticello glass by Venini, polished brass mounts. Rewired for use in the U.S.A. with two standard base...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Variegated Glass Flush Mount Light
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An expressive flush mount lamp having a molded variegated glass cover attached to a warmly patinated brass base.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Glass

Frosted and Clear Glass Lantern, France, 1930s
Located in New York, NY
France, 1930s A frosted and clear glass lantern, with silvered bronze mounts Rewired for use in the U.S. with four standard bulbs inside. May be ceiling mounted, or mounted on chain ...
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1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Bronze

Glass Disc Chandelier by Mazzega
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A ceiling fixture with suspended glass discs.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Steel

1950s Crystal Chandelier by Marc Lalique
Located in Bridgewater, CT
"Monaco" chandelier designed by Marc Lalique in the 1950s, featuring an octopus-like shape created by multiple crystal elements.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Glass

Art Deco Plafonnier by Perzel
Located in Bridgewater, CT
A French Art Deco ceiling fixture by Jean Perzel, circa 1940s, in frosted glass on a brushed steel base.
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Steel

Paavo Tynell Set of 3 "80112-25" Ceiling Lights for Idman Oy, Finland 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The most famous Finnish industrial designer, Paavo Tynell came to be known as the “man who illuminated Finland” thanks to his notable lighting designs. A master craftsman himself, Ty...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

Materials

Brass

Fontana Arte Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture by Fontana Arte. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1950's. Glass, metal, brass. Rewired for U.S. We recommend two E27w 60W maximum bulbs. Bulbs no...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell "2016" Ceiling Lamps for Taito Oy, Finland 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The most famous Finnish industrial designer, Paavo Tynell came to be known as the “man who illuminated Finland” thanks to his notable lighting designs. A master craftsman himself, Ty...
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1930s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Brass

Stockmann Orno Opal Glass Flush Mount Model "70-013", Finland ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Finnish mid-century design was derivative of a traditional aesthetic with a modern sensibility, mixed with an extensive use of glass and brass as material. These especially rare flus...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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Opal

Large and Rare Flush Mount Wall / Ceiling Light by Fontana Arte, Italy, 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Large and rare flush mount wall/ceiling light by Fontana Arte. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1950's. Wired for U.S. standards. Recommend lamping: 120v (8) E14 Sockets 25W...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Lighting

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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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