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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Oculus Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Murano Glass and Polished Nickel Finish
By Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro, form A
Located in New York, NY
The Oculus ceiling light features an innovative articulating design that allows the ten arms to have a wide range of motion for endless configurations. The brass constructed frame ca...
Brass
Brazilian Contemporary Sculptural Brass Pendant Light
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Sacurá - Sculptural light pendant in brass with natural finish without varnish. The finish on this sculptural pendant light darkens over time....
Brass
Sunshine Pendant Lamp by Sabrina Landini, Japanese Paper Brass, Hand Made Italy
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
SUNSHINE pendant lamp, the bright inner garden! Thanks to the Italian manufacturing technique used in our workplace, each item is a testament to our commitment to craftmanship, wi...
Crystal, Brass
Unique "Pigne" Flush Mount, by Roberto Giulio Rida
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
The large (34.5 inches in diameter), and most likely uniques, flush mount, having a frosted glass ceiling cup supporting a polished brass cluster of 8 sockets within a frosted glass ...
Brass
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
Tre Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Polished Brass Finish
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
The Tre ceiling light harmoniously juxtaposes the balance of its three evenly spaced arms with the asymmetry of its variable size shades staggered at...
Brass
$3,930Sale Price / item|10% Off
'Chapo' Alabaster and Brass Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere
By Pierre Chareau, Maison Paname
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Chapo' Alabaster and Brass Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and an...
Alabaster, Metal
$1,900 / set
Targetti Sankey Ceiling or Wall Mounts II
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic 1970s champagne colored ceiling or wall mount lighting fixtures by Targetti Sankey of Italy. Diameter: 15”. Depth: 4” with out bulb. Depth: 9” with chrome top bulbs.
Aluminum
$2,800 / item
Sole Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
The versatile Sole light can be installed as a ceiling light or wall light and features our handblown Sfera glass mounted on a colored reflective glass dish. Shown with the amber col...
Brass
Italian Murano Glass Gold Leaves Modern Flush Mount or Ceiling Light
Located in Rome, IT
Exclusive production with precious Murano glass leaves with gold intrusion, creating a fabulous light effect. Available also with ice color glasses. Frame; gold-plated or nickel. Six...
Art Glass
Square Triedi Murano Glass Contemporary Flush Mount or Ceiling Light
Located in Rome, IT
Gorgeous contemporary square ceiling light with clear triedi Murano glasses on gold plated square frame. Available four pairs and also a pair of sconces. Four E 14 light bulbs. We ...
Glass
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
$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, Steel, Brass
SLAMP Veli Mini Flush Light in Couture 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
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
Modernist Hand-Blown Opalescent Murano Glass "Reverse Bloom" Brass Flush-Mount
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite "Reverse Bloom" flush mount chandelier is a standout example of contemporary Italian design, hand-blown in Murano, Italy—home to centuries of glassmaking tradition. Cr...
Brass
Charming Pink Amethyst Flower Murano Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure pink amethyst color Murano glass consists of amazing hand blown flowers by Veneziani Arte . The structure is chrome -metal. 6 E 14 lights spread a magical light....
Glass
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
$3,355Sale Price / item|10% Off
'Moon 4' Alabaster Ceiling or Wall Lamp in the Manner of Pierre Chareau
By Pierre Chareau, Maison Paname
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Moon 4' Alabaster Ceiling or Wall Lamp in the Manner of Pierre Chareau Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mesiere, ...
Alabaster, Metal
Murano Leaf Textured Ceiling Fixture
Located in Westport, CT
Striking Murano blown dome shaped ceiling fixture shown with a ribbed and a stylized leaf pattern. Note while this glass is blown clear the textures and thickness of the glass diffu...
Blown Glass
Barovier Toso Flush Mount Murano Glass Gold and Ice Flowers Basket, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A hand blown Italian flush mount chandelier featuring overlapping crystal flowers, gold with 23-carat gold leaf fleck inclusions, mounted on a basket frame. The fixture requires two ...
Metal
Hana MD Flush Mount in Borosilicate Glass & Brass Finish by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Hana MD Flush Mount in Borosilicate Glass & Brass Finish by Schwung Dimensions: Ø 34 x H 18,9 cm Materials: Borosilicate sandblasted glass and lacquered burnished brass. Available f...
Brass
Charming Pink Amethyst and Gold Flakes Murano Glass Flush Mount
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure pink amethyst color Murano glass with a gold flack intrusion. consists of 16 delicious hand blown leaves by Veneziani Arte. The structure is gilt-metal. Five E27 l...
Glass, Blown Glass
$3,498 / item
Brass Ceiling Light with Hand-Blown Glass by DUNLIN
By DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Designer's Notes A substantial ceiling and wall light crafted from solid brass, paired with hand-blown glass. Each piece is handmade exclusively for Dunlin Australia. Available in ...
Brass
Kelly Wearstler "Utopia" Round Flush Mount Light, Aged Iron & Fractured Glass
By Kelly Wearstler, Visual Comfort
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
Bubble Glass Flush Mount Fixture by Helena Tynell
Located in San Francisco, CA
A champagne bubble glass sconce or flush mount by Helena Tynell for Limburg. The fixture has been rewired for and takes a single standard light bulb with a maximum of 40 watts.
Glass
Modernist Hand-Blown Mottled Murano 24K Gold Fleck Glass Acanthus Flush Mount
Located in New York, NY
Illuminate your space with this Modernist Hand-Blown Mottled Murano Glass Acanthus Flush Mount Chandelier, adorned with 24 Karat Gold Flecks, crafted in Italy in the 21st century. Th...
Gold, Brass
Custum Made Fused Bull’s-Eye Glass and Brass Wall Light or Flush Mount
Located in Rijssen, NL
The generous four centimeters thick piece of glass that are used in this lamp collection are synonymous with ice. The glass elements were fused in a special glass furnace and the Bri...
Brass
Remains Lighting "Philip 10" Flush Mount Light with Satin Nickel Finish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Architectural, tailored, and exceptionally refined, this Remains Lighting "Philip 10" flush mount ceiling fixture represents the uncompromising craftsmanship and timeless design lang...
Bronze, Nickel
$180Sale Price / item|75% Off
Echo Three-Sconce / 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
Hive Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Nickel, 5in 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 Globe Size: ~4.75i...
Brass, Steel
Match Double Pendant Lamp by Sabrina Landini, Silvered Glass & Brass Made Italy
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
MATCH flare up the vital energy! Match amber crystal or clear crystal pendant lamp Total lenght can be customized With the "Allumette" match lamp, creativity explores new shapes a...
Brass
Pair of Modernist Flush Mounts, Architect Ola Laiho, Valaisinpaja Finland 1980s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare pair of architectural flush mount ceiling lamps designed by Finnish architect Ola Laiho (1934–2025) and manufactured by Valaisinpaja in Finland. Executed in white painted meta...
Metal
Quattro Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro - Polished Brass Finish
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
The Quattro ceiling light plays with the notion of lines and shapes, bringing the concept to life with its distinctive winding frame with four variable...
Brass
Arc Small Sconce in Brass with White Lucite Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The arc sconce is made of a solid unfinished brass and backplate with a white Lucite shade and brass screws. Small in inventory now: W 4.5in (13.5cm) x D 3...
Brass
Hexagonal Flush Mount Murano Ice Glass Wood Frame, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous flush mount light in clear heavy Murano ice glass with a wooden frame. It can be used also as a wall light. The light fixture requires one European E27 Edison bulb, up to ...
Metal
Caeli Pleated Monumental Brass Pendant Light, Flow Collection
Located in Paris, FR
The contemporary handcrafted made-to-measure pendant light fixture features an expertly handcrafted brass structure and a hand-pleated white fabric shade. This piece creates a warm and inviting ambiance, perfect for living areas or kitchen island lights...
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
Side Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Research.Lighting, Small, Black, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Side Flush Mount in black manufactured by Research.Lighting. It can be used as a sconce or flush mount. Materials: Steel, Acrylic Finish: Black Electronics: 2...
Metal
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
Ring Pendant Lamp Sabrina Landini, Silvered Glass, Modern Design Handmade Italy
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
FLOS Clara Ceiling Light w/ Fumee Trim by Piero Lissoni
By Flos, Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
So simple, and yet, so brilliant: The Clara lamp from Piero Lissoni is an excellent example of the artist’s minimalist style and smart use of materials. The front diffuser is made of...
Resin
Pair of Bunch Flush Mounts, Black, Research.Lighting, Ceiling Light, 5in Globes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Bunch Flush Mount Ceiling Lights designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Steel, Glass, Brass Finish: Powder Coated Steel in black Electron...
Brass, Steel
Large Murano Glass Leaves Modern Flushmount or Ceiling Light
Located in Rome, IT
Exclusive production with precious Murano ice color glass leaves creating a fabulous light effect. Frame nickel. Six E 27 light bulbs. We can wire for your country standards. Weigh...
Art Glass
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
Murano Glass Pink and White Lattimo Chandelier , 1980s
By Mazzega
Located in Rome, IT
Charming Italian vintage Murano chandelier. Made by 36 glass petals (pink and white milky). diameter cm 55 Available four pieces. Dimensions: 47,25 inches (120 cm) height with chai...
Blown Glass
Tiffany Hanging Lamp 40 Blush Silk Silvered Glass Antiqued Brass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TIFFANY The first one, Audrey inspired the iconic Introducing Sabrina's breathtaking collection of Tiffany lamps. Year after year Sabrina Landini perpetuates its exceptional expe...
Brass
Clear Glass & Brass Ceiling Light by Carl Fagerlund
Located in San Francisco, CA
A brass and clear glass flush mount designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors. New wiring. New sockets. Takes 6 bulbs.
Brass
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
Angel Pendant Lamp by Sabrina Landini, Art Silvered Glass Ring Handmade in Italy
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
ANGEL bright crystall craquelt ball with art silvered glass ring Bright eyes from a distant planet For more than 22 years the art of “hand-made in Italy” has given life to the Mais...
Crystal, Brass
Orrefors Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund Crystal and Brass, Orrefors Sweden, 1960
Located in Bronx, NY
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors crystal chandelier on a heavy hand built brass frame almost an inch thick Swedish crystal shade consisting of six pie shaped pieces of cast crystal that c...
Crystal, Brass
$2,000 / item
Cresta Sconce / Flushmount by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Murano wall light or flushmount with hand blown frosted amethyst Murano glass globes, mounted on curved polished brass finish frame / Designed...
Brass
Italian Murano Glass Gold Leaves Modern Flushmount or Ceiling Light
Located in Rome, IT
Exclusive production with precious Murano glass leaves with gold intrusion, creating a fabulous light effect. Available also with ice color glasses. Frame; gold-plated or nickel. Six...
Art Glass
$5,450Sale Price / item|10% Off
Large 'Carré' Alabaster and Brass Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere
By Pierre Chareau, Maison Paname
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large 'Carré' Alabaster and Brass Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mes...
Alabaster, Metal
21st Century Margherita Crystal & Blown Glass Ceiling Lamp by Patrizia Garganti
Located in Sesto Fiorentino, IT
A flowery bouquet. A traditional metallic structure hosts a string of transparent pearls enriched with daisies in Murano’s blown glass: handmade, they maintain the naturality given b...
Crystal, Gold
Pair of Italian Murano Glass Gold Leaves Modern Flush Mount or Ceiling Light
Located in Rome, IT
Exclusive production with precious Murano glass leaves with gold intrusion, creating a fabulous light effect. Available also with ice color glasses. Frame; gold-plated or nickel. ...
Art Glass
Flush Mount Light 2 - Vrksa Series by Raka Studio in Ash Wood
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Flush Mount Light 2 sits closely on the ceiling, it has been made using solid ash wood by bending the wood. Three cocoon-like wooden structures bear the light bulbs, dispelling l...
Bentwood, Ash
Italian Murano Glass Leaves Modern Flushmount or Ceiling Light
Located in Rome, IT
Exclusive production with precious Murano glass leaves. Six E 27 light bulbs. We can wire for your country standards.
Art Glass
Murano Glass Pyramid Lamp by La Murrina, Modern Design, Italy, 1980s
By La Murrina
Located in Hannover, DE
This stunning lamp, shaped like a three-legged pyramid, is sure to captivate you with its unique and rare Murano glass. The glass is decorated with numerous small patterns, crafted f...
Brass, Copper
Milk Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Lights, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Each flush mount vintage fixture features a solid pale grey porcelain base paired with a cylindrical opaline milk-glass shade. The glass diffuser produces a soft, evenly distributed ...
Porcelain, Glass, Milk Glass, Opaline Glass