The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
Set of three modernist flush mounts with opaline glass
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
This set of three modernist flush mounts, each measuring 30 cm across, embodies the clean lines and functional elegance central to Scandinavian Vintage Design. Designed by an anonymo...
Metal, Aluminum
$7,826 / item
Flush Mount Construction of Brass Rings with Led
Located in Roeselare, BE
This pendant is a construction of 4 brass rings with flexible led tubes in the rings. The rings are connected to each other and hang over and next to each other. Measures: There is...
Brass
Set of 4 Hive Flush Mounts by Research.Lighting, Nickel, 3in Glass, MTO
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 4x Hive Flush Mounts in polished nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Nickel Electronics: 1x G...
Brass, Steel
Florentine Style Alabaster Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful Murano glass flush mount produced by Massive Leuchten, Germany, in the 1980s. This elegant light features a stunning textured glass shade with a soft, marbled appearance ...
Metal
$732Sale Price / item|25% Off
Konsthantverk Svep Large Iron Oxide Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Stoby designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves. The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s technique...
Brass
Tan Leather and Satin Brass Sarah Ceiling Pendant 24" Drum
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Illuminate a room while turning heads with the brilliant Sarah Ceiling Mount Fixture. Composed of a hand-sewn leather drum fitted between a satin brass top and bottom ring, the Sarah...
Brass
Pair of Hive Flush Mounts, Research.Lighting, Nickel, 3in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Hive Flush Mounts in polished nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Nickel Electronics: 1x G...
Brass, Steel
Kelly Wearstler "Utopia" Round Flush Mount Light, Aged Iron & Fractured Glass
By Visual Comfort, Kelly Wearstler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your space with this Kelly Wearstler "Utopia" Round Flush Mount Light in Aged Iron & Fractured Glass shade manufactured in 2019 by Visual Comfort. This stunning light fixture...
Iron
Large "Moon" Satin Glass Flush Mount, 1980s, Bankamp Leuchten, Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous glass flush mount. Made to look like "The Moon". It can be used also as a wall light. The light fixture requires three European E27 Edison bulb, up to 60 watts each. Made ...
Metal
KINA 3 Flushmount in Bronze and Blown Glass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Gino Sarfatti
Located in New York, NY
Crafted with a nod to nature's beauty, the KINA 3 Flushmount boasts an asymmetrical design that draws inspiration from an intricate sea urchin. Not for the faint of heart; the Kina 3...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Ring 80 Contemporary modern chandelier Pendant Lamp White Art Glass Silvered
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
RING Infinity, symbol of eternity Welcome to the brilliant new Gem at home! More than just a pendant lamp, Sabrina Landini’s Ring embodies a symbol of eternity while retaining al...
Metal
Pink Amethyst Amazing Murano Glass Leave Ceiling Light or Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure pink amethyst color Murano glass consists of 45 delicious hand-blown leaves. The structure is gilt-metal. Five E27 lights spread a magical light. the price is item...
Glass
KINA Wall Sconce or Flushmount in Blown Glass and Bronze by Blueprint Lighting
By George Nelson, Isamu Noguchi, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Kina - a striking display of naturalism and intricate design. With its delicate lines and curves, this fixture emulates the beauty of a sea urchin, evoking a sense of...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
$640Sale Price / item|25% Off
Konsthantverk Svep Small Ceiling Lamp in Raw Brass & Opal Acrylic
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Stoby designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves. The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s technique...
Brass
Pair of Hive Flush Mounts by Research.Lighting, Nickel, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Hive Flush Mounts in polished nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Nickel Electronics: 1x G...
Brass, Steel
Dome Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Black, 3in Glass Globe, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Dome Flush Mount in Black designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Steel, Glass Finish: Powder Coated Steel in black Electronics: 1x G9 Sock...
Steel
Vistosi Diamante Spotlight in Crystal by Barbara Maggiolo
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
The Diamante collection is handblown and handcrafted and charecterized by its innate versatility to be combined with other variations within the collection or within Vistosi's produc...
Murano Glass
Piega Wall Lamp or Flushmount in Oil-Rubbed Bronze & Glass by Blueprint Lighting
By Bauhaus, Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Piega wall lamp or flushmount ceiling fixture by Blueprint Lighting, 2020. An elegant study in clean lines and graceful curves, Piega is truly a go-an...
Brass, Bronze, Chrome, Nickel
SLAMP Veli Mini Light Foliage by Adriano Rachele
By Adriano Rachele, Slamp
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Inspired by the high fashion world, where folds, pleats and soft structural shapes reign, Veli is a sophisticated, glamorous collection featuring a series of handcrafted elements car...
Other
Hive Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Nickel, 3in Glass Globe, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Hive Flush Mount in polished nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Nickel Electronics: 1x G9...
Brass, Steel
Amazing Pink Amethyst Murano Glass Leave Ceiling Light or Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure pink amethyst color Murano glass consists of 45 delicious hand-blown leaves. The structure is gilt-metal. Five E27 lights spread a magical light. the price is item...
Glass
KINA 2 Wall Sconce or Flushmount in Blown Glass and Bronze, Blueprint Lighting
By Isamu Noguchi, George Nelson, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Kina 2, the bigger twin of our Kina wall mount. The Kina 2 boasts intricately designed lines and curves, amounting to a stunning display of naturalism. The warm glow ...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Slamp Mida Applique Multi-Color by Adriano Rachele
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Mida is inspired by the world of haute couture jewels. A pavè of precious gems encrusts an almost invisible setting, and polished cabochon are geometrically scattered across a floral corolla with silky, iridescent tones. The designer used...
Other
$728Sale Price / item|25% Off
Konsthantverk Svep Large Raw Brass Ceiling Lamp, Modern Design, Sweden
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Stoby designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves. The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s technique...
Brass
Sunshine Contemporary modern Pendant Lamp 60 Japan vintage kimono paper Brass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
SUNSHINE Let the light to come through Thanks to the Italian manufacturing technique used in our workplace, each item is a testament to our commitment to craftmanship, with atten...
Crystal, Brass
Wonderful Vaughan Oakley Alabaster Nickel Semi Flush Ceiling Light Demo Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Floor Model Vaughan Oakley Alabaster Semi Flush Ceiling Light Fixture With Polished Nickel. This Was The Floor Sample, So It Does Have Minor Wear And On The Inner Lip A ...
Alabaster, Nickel
$2,700 / item
Nube Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern Italian flush mount or chandelier with four white glass shades mounted on chrome finish metal frame / Made in Italy by Fabio Ltd Diameter: 18 inches / Height: 14.5 inches 4 li...
Metal
Slamp Mida Wall/Ceiling Light White Gold by Adriano Rachele
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Mida is a ceiling/wall lamp with our exclusive magnetic system, inspired by the world of haute couture jewels. A pavè of precious gems encrust an almost invisible setting, and polish...
Other
Charming Pink Amethyst and Gold Amber Murano Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure pink amethyst color Murano glass consists of 16 delicious hand blown leaves. The structure is gilt-metal. Five E27 lights spread a magical light. Available 3 items....
Glass
Orrefors Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund Pressed Crystal Brass Frame, Sweden, 1950
Located in Bronx, NY
Large Orrefors chandelier by Carl Fagerlund crystal/brass , Sweden, 1950, Carl Fagerlund was the absolute top designer of Orrefors and this large crystal chandelier on a hand built b...
Crystal, Brass
Three-Light Meander Flexible Arm Ceiling Mounted Light Fixture
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Ceiling mounted Meander light featuring three flexible arms which allow you to adjust and pose the light fixture; shown here with metal arms in standard ...
Brass
SLAMP Aurora Large Flush Light in White by Nigel Coates
By Slamp, Nigel Coates
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Designed by Nigel Coates. The aurora is a rose gold apparition of light taking over the sky just before sunrise. The heart of this refined ceiling lamp is made of crystals that almos...
Other
Flush Mount Murano Disc Chandelier in Gold and Clear Glass and Brushed Brass
Located in New York, NY
Flush mount chandelier with handblown Murano Gold and clear glass discs. This flush mount chandelier consists of an array of numerous, individually attached handblown Murano clear an...
Brass
FLOS Mini Button Wall and Ceiling Light in Glass by Piero Lissoni
By Piero Lissoni, Flos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Like his other designs, Piero Lissoni’s Mini Button is a brilliant display of function and minimalism that creates a powerful impact. This wall mount fixture provides diffused lighting suitable for indoor and covered outdoor use (IP44 rating, suitable for damp locations). There is a silicone elastomer dust and waterproof seal. The lamp body and wall fitting are die...
Metal
Large Green Murano Glass Leave Ceiling Light or Flush Mount
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure Emerald green color Murano glass consists of 24 large hand-blown leaves. The structure is gilt-metal. Nine E27 lights bulbs spread a magical light. Wattage 4-6 W...
Glass
$838Sale Price / item|25% Off
Large Iron Oxide Ceiling Lamp by Konsthantverk, Modern Design, Sweden
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Stoby designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves. The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techniq...
Brass
LUCIE Calacatta Marble Flushmount/Sconce Emily Del Bello x Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
LUCIE FLUSHMOUNT Introducing the Lucie Flushmount in Calacatta marble and glass; a daring tribute to timeless design inspired by the graceful proportions of Dior's iconic pearl earrings. Lucie's circular stone backplate serves as an exquisite canvas for the soft, inviting glow it radiates, seamlessly encapsulating the spirit of both Parisian elegance and New York modernity. Part of the Emily Del Bello...
Travertine, Marble
Amber Glass Flush Mount, 1980s, Bankamp Leuchten, Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful vintage amber glass flush mount light by Bankamp Leuchten, Germany, circa late 20th century. The gently domed glass shade features warm amber tones that create a soft, in...
Metal
Amazing Pink Amethyst Murano Glass Leave Ceiling Light or Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure pink amethyst color Murano glass consists of 45 delicious hand-blown leaves. The structure is gilt-metal. Five E27 lights spread a magical light. the price is item...
Glass
De.Light W2 Contemporary Brass Articulating Double Wall Sconce, Flow Collection
Located in Paris, FR
The DE.LIGHT is a solid brass double wall light with a leather sheathed stem detail. The main structure tops a cylinder fabric shade or an opal glass di user and the directional stem...
Brass
21st Century Burlesque Champagne Ceiling Lamp and Crystals by Patrizia Garganti
Located in Sesto Fiorentino, IT
A drapery, some feathers, some precious gems: this is what comes to mind with Burlesque, a family of chandeliers with a strong personality. The protagonists here are the pearls with ...
Crystal
Modernist Brass and Frosted Glass 8-Arm Globe Chandelier, Manner of Arredoluce
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and modern eight-arm globe chandelier, crafted in the manner of Arredoluce originats from Italy during the 21st Century. Inspired by the iconic designs of Angelo Lelli,...
Brass
Caeli Classic Handcrafted Brass Rattan Pendant Light Fixture, Flow Collection
Located in Paris, FR
The Caeli-S contemporary handcrafted made-to-measure pendant light fixture features an expertly handcrafted brass structure and a hand-woven rattan shade. This piece creates a warm a...
Brass
Wonderful Vaughan Oakley Alabaster Nickel Semi Flush Ceiling Light Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful NEW Vaughan Oakley Alabaster Semi Flush Ceiling Light Fixtures With Polished Nickel. Come In Original Box
Alabaster, Nickel
Murano Glass Leave Ceiling Light Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure murano glass consists of an incredible number of leaves. The structure is gilt-metal. 9 lights spread a magical light. the price is \item Available also a pair . ...
Glass
SLAMP Veli Mini Flush Light in Gold by Adriano Rachele
By Adriano Rachele, Slamp
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Inspired by the high fashion world, where folds, pleats and soft structural shapes reign, Veli is a sophisticated, glamorous collection featuring a series of handcrafted elements car...
Other
$4,870Sale Price / item|10% Off
Large 'Moon 4' Alabaster Wall or Ceiling Lamp in the Manner of Pierre Chareau
By Maison Paname, Pierre Chareau
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 'Moon 4' Alabaster Wall or Ceiling Lamp in the Manner of Pierre Chareau Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mes...
Alabaster, Metal
Flush Mount Light 1 - Vrksa Series by Raka Studio - Ceiling Light in Ash Wood
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Flush Mount Light 1 sits closely on the ceiling, it has been made using solid ashwood by bending the wood. Two cocoon-like wooden structures bear the light bulbs, dispelling ligh...
Ash, Bentwood
ARC Wall Lamp or Sconce in Green Enamel & Blown Glass by Blueprint Lighting
By Stilnovo, Bauhaus, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
The ARC wall lamp or by Blueprint Lighting is a dramatically overscaled study in clean lines and simple form inspired by the tenets of the Bauhaus, ARC is truly a go-anywhere design ...
Brass, Bronze, Chrome, Nickel, Enamel
$1,200 / item
Eight-Arm Articulated Ceiling Lamp
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
These multi-light lamps can change their look with different bulbs and posing the arms. Each bulb has a gooseneck arm and black porcelain socket.
Brass
Uno Classico Semi-Flush Mount by Gaspare Asaro-Bronze Finish
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
The Uno ceiling light exemplifies simple elegance via its clean profile designed around a single Murano glass shade. Starting pricing by size-10% upcharge for specialty finishes: 1...
Brass
MONTERA Flushmount, biomorphic form in Brass & Glass, Blueprint Lighting
By Gino Sarfatti, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Montera Flushmount, a sleek and versatile addition to our collection. Unlike its pendant counterpart, this fixture foregoes the drop rod for a seamless integration in...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
$180Sale Price / item|75% Off
Echo Three-Flush Mount in Brass, from Souda, in Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Simple, elegant and playful, the Echo Series is a line of surface-mount fixtures that can be used on a wall or ceiling. White or brass cones mount to mirrored glass to perfectly refl...
Metal, Brass, Steel
Opaline Ceiling Lamp by Peill+Putzler, Germany, 1980s
Located in Brussel, BE
Beautiful minimalist flush-mounted ceiling lamp with a white opaline glass diffuser in saucer shape mounted on a white painted metal structure. Made in Germany, this piece was design...
Metal
$528Sale Price / item|20% Off
Square Wall Sconce or Flush Mount Light
Located in Vienna, AT
Steel painted frame fitted with two E27 bulbs for max. 100W each covered with two elements made of pressed and refined glass from the, early 1970s. It is possible to put several piec...
Steel
$360Sale Price / set|75% Off
Pair of Echo Three Flush Mounts in Brass from Souda, in Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a pair of the Echo three sconces. The price includes two lights. Simple, elegant and playful, the Echo Series is a line of surface-mount fixtures that can be u...
Metal, Brass, Steel
Anton Mini in Gunmetal by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Anton micro in gunmetal by Volker Haug Anton series Dimensions: W 13, H 13, D 8.3 cm Materials: Cast gunmetal Finish: Polished Lamp: G9 LED (240V / 120V US). 12V option available. G...
Metal
Pair of Large Green Murano Glass Leave Ceiling Light or Flush Mount
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure Emerald green color Murano glass consists of 24 large hand-blown leaves. The structure is gilt-metal. Nine E27 lights bulbs spread a magical light. Wattage 4-6 W...
Glass
Caeli-W Monumental Steel Rattan Pendant Light, Flow Collection
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary handcrafted made-to-measure pendant light fixture composed of a painted steel structure and a meticulously handwoven rattan shade. ...
Brass
Uno Classico Semi-Flush Mount by Gaspare Asaro-Satin Brass Finish
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
The Uno ceiling light exemplifies simple elegance via its clean profile designed around a single Murano glass shade. Starting pricing by size-premium finishes have a 10% upcharge: ...
Brass