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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
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
Etna N. 15 Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Polished Nickel Finish
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
Blending sculpture and design, the N.15 is the intermediate fixture of the Etna series with a glass shade composed of dozens of crystal elements. The organic cast brass shell culmina...
Brass
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
Konsthantverk Svep Small 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 techniq...
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
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
$3,933Sale Price / item|10% Off
'Carré' Alabaster and Brass Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere
By Pierre Chareau, Maison Paname
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'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 Mesiere, ...
Alabaster, Metal
"Trilly" Hanging Lamp satin Silvered Glass, Brass Body
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TRILLY The fairy fragrance of freedom The traditional know-how of our workshop dances to the rhythm of our creative days. Discover the story of the Maison Sabrina Landini, punctua...
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
Globe Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Brushed Nickel, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe Flush Mount in brushed nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Brushed Nickel Electronics: 1x G9...
Brass, Steel
Vistosi Giogali Flush Mount in Crystal Bronze Glass And Matt Bronze Frame
By Vistosi, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
A pure element: the crystal hook. It is the intuition of a master of Italian design, Angelo Mangiarotti, who in 1967 created the best seller of the Vistosi catalogue, Giogali. An ico...
Glass
Ice Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
Four ice glass panels with matching end caps in an iridescent finish, set in a metal chassis fitted with a new copper backplate and brass hardware. Rewired. Four E12 candelabra socke...
Glass
$664Sale Price|40% Off
Wall sconce/ceiling light made of white opal glass and gold-patinated metal. Italy '70
Located in Firenze, FI
An elegant wall sconce/ceiling light in a geometric style, dating from 1970s Italy. La struttura è a base quadrata (36 x 36 cm) con una profondità di 19 cm, ed è dotata di quattro pu...
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
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
Signal Flush Mount, White and Brass, from Souda, In Stock
By Souda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modern Sconce or Flush Mount. Composed of a spun metal shade that reflects light filtered through a perforated metal diffuser, the subtle warmth of the signal sconce is perfectly bal...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Signal Flush Mount from Souda, Black and Brass, In Stock
By Souda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modern sconce or flush mount. Composed of a spun metal shade that reflects light filtered through a perforated metal diffuser, the subtle warmth of the signal sconce is perfectly bal...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
$1,750 / item
Signal Flush Mount from Souda, Brass, In Stock
By Souda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Composed of a spun metal shade that reflects light filtered through a perforated metal diffuser, the subtle warmth of the signal sconce is perfectly balanced by it’s striking form. W...
Aluminum, Steel
Santa 63 Surface-Mounted Downlight Lamp in Aged Brass by Nuumbra
Located in Geneve, CH
Santa 63 Surface-Mounted Downlight Lamp in Aged Brass by Nuumbra Dimensions: Ø 6,3 x H 17 cm. Materials: Aged brass. Available in blackened steel or in aged brass. Prices may vary....
Brass
1 of the 2 Large Murano Fumè Brindle Smoked Glass Flush Mounts, Italy
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful smoked glass flush mounts of Murano. An Italian design. Truly a beautiful flush mount with Murano glass. Illuminates beautifully. Cleaned and re-wired, in full working ord...
Murano Glass
Daisy Contemporary Hanging Lamp 44, Emerald Silk Silvered Neacklace Glass, Brass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
DAISY The Contemporary-Renaissance Lady For more than 22 years we have been committed to offering you unique collections in terms of design and quality. Using an ancestral manufac...
Brass
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
SLAMP Veli Mini Flush Light in Opal by Adriano Rachele
By Slamp, Adriano Rachele
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
Slamp Mida Wall/Ceiling Light LARGE Amber 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
Pair of Italian Murano Glass Leave Flush Mount Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure Murano glass consists of an incredible number of leaves. The structure is gilt-metal. 18 lights spread a magical light. Available 3 of this Item. Measures: Diamet...
Glass
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
Sabrina Landini Blue Ring Pendant Lamp, Design Handmade in Italy, Art Glass
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
Foscarini 'Ricerca' Halogen Flushmount, 1980s, Italia
By Foscarini
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Rare lighting art piece from the Foscarini 'Ricerca' serie in a cobalt blue tone This is the longer version. It measure 51 inches long. Solid matc...
Metal
Signal Flush Mount, White and Brass, from Souda, Made to Order
By Souda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modern Sconce or Flush Mount. Composed of a spun metal shade that reflects light filtered through a perforated metal diffuser, the subtle warmth of the signal sconce is perfectly bal...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
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
Garden Plaster Chandelier by Apsara Interiors
By Apsara
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Garden plaster chandelier by Tracey Garet for Apsara Interiors. Plaster 2 layer garden chandelier This garden chandelier has two layers and has a white...
Metal
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
Pair of Y Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Brass, 3in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Y Flush Mount in Brass designed and manufactured by Research Lighting. Materials: Brass & Glass Finish: Raw Brushed Brass Electronics (per fixture): 2x G9 So...
Brass
"Trilly" Contemporary Pendant Lamp Jade Silvered Art Glass, Brass Body
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TRILLY The fairy fragrance of freedom The traditional know-how of our workshop dances to the rhythm of our creative days. Discover the story of the Maison Sabrina Landini, punctua...
Brass
$4,521 / item
Large Modern Ice Tronchi Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing chandelier with 78 clear tronchi Murano glasses 20 cm long. Nickel-plated metal structure on four levels. Eight E 27 light bulbs Price is \ item.
Metal
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
Y Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Brass, 3in Glass Globes, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Y Flush Mount in Brass designed and manufactured by Research Lighting. Materials: Brass & Glass Finish: Raw Brushed Brass Electronics: 1x G9 Socket, 2x 2.5 W...
Brass
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
Tiffany Contemporary modern Hanging Lamp 80 yellow Silk lampshade Glass 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 exp...
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
Set of Four Y Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Brass, 3in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 4x Y Flush Mount in Brass designed and manufactured by Research Lighting. Materials: Brass & Glass Finish: Raw Brushed Brass Electronics (per fixture): 2x G9 So...
Brass
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
Set of Four Globe Flush Mounts, by Research.Lighting, Nickel, 3in Glass, MTO
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 4x Globe Flush Mounts in polished nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Nickel Electronics:...
Brass, Steel
Pair of Globe Flush Mounts, Research.Lighting, Nickel, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Globe Flush Mounts in polished nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Nickel Electronics: 1x ...
Brass, Steel
Globe Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Black, 5in Glass Globe, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe Flush Mount in black designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Black Electronics: 1x G9 Socket, 1x 4.5...
Brass, Steel
SLAMP Veli Mini Light Foliage by Adriano Rachele
By Slamp, Adriano Rachele
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
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
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
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
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
$7,500 / item
Hive Flushmount by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian modern Murano flushmount with amber Murano glass shades carefully hand blown with bubbles inside the glass using Bollicine technique, mounted on solid brass frame in satin fi...
Brass
SLAMP Veli Large Flush Light in Couture by Adriano Rachele
By Slamp, Adriano Rachele
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
Murano Ice Glass Flush Mount by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in San Francisco, CA
White lacquered metal frame ceiling light with six large Murano ice glass facets by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar Franken KG. Single socket. Original wiring.
Metal
Tiffany Contemporary Hanging Lamp 30, onion-purple Silk, Silvered Glass
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 exp...
Brass
Dish Flush Mount, by Research.Lighting, Black, 3in Glass Globe, Made to order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Dish Flush Mount designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Steel, Glass Finish: Powder Coated Steel in black Globe Size: ~3.15in Electronics...
Metal
Modern Vintage Blue Balloon Flushmount Sconce Yves Christin Bilumen, Italy 1980s
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern vintage blue flushmount or sconce, which is colorful and nice. Yves Christin designed the iconic lighting for Bilumen Italy in the 1980s. The flus...
Plastic
$620 / item
Slamp Mida Applique Amber 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
$10,000 / item
Hive Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian flush mount with Murano glass shades mounted on solid brass frame / Made in Italy Designed by Fabio Ltd, inspired by Angelo Lelli and Arredoluce styles 8 lights / E12 or E14 ...
Brass
Slamp Clizia Ceiling/wall Large Pixel by Adriano Rachele
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Handcrafted from interlocking Cristalflex petals, complete with a magnetic system that allows for easy installation and cleaning, Clizia Pixel ceiling (or...
Other
Pair of Y Flush Mounts by Research.Lighting, Black, 3in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Y Flush Mounts in Black designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Steel & Glass Finish: Powder-coated steel Electronics: 2x G9 Sockets, ...
Brass