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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
$3,435Sale Price / item|10% Off
'Moon 8' Alabaster Ceiling or Wall Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere
By Maison Paname, Pierre Chareau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Moon 8' Alabaster Ceiling or Wall Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques de...
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
$7,208Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of Graceful Pink Amethyst Murano Glass Leave Ceiling Light or 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. the price is \item ...
Glass
Workstead Lodge Flush Mount in Natural Oak and Hewn Brass
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
The LODGE FLUSH MOUNT is composed of a singular wooden column beneath a circular metal canopy. The adaptable fixture can pivot to nearly any desired ...
Metal
$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
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 Opal 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
$1,260 / item
SLAMP Drusa Wall Sconce in Velvet by Adriano Rachele
By Adriano Rachele, Slamp
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Drusa draws inspiration from crystals poking out from crevices in the rocks; they exhibit an ever-changing, poetic and multiform kaleidoscope when hit by the light. The contemporary,...
Other
Pair of Crystal & Nickel Wall Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our elegant Pair of Crystal & Nickel Wall Sconces, meticulously crafted in 2018. These stunning wall sconces are designed to add a touch of sophistication and charm to an...
Crystal, Nickel
$1,400 / item
Pair of Targetti Sankey Flush Mounts
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of attractive Targetti Sankey flush mount/wall fixtures from Italy.
Aluminum
Murano Glass Leave Flush Mount or Ceiling Lights
Located in Rome, IT
This ceiling light realized in pure Murano glass leaves with gold intrusion. Available also with clear graniglia leaves. Amazing 24-carat gold-plated structure and canopy. This beaut...
Glass
Modernist Handblown Murano Black Rose Chandelier
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Modernist handblown Murano glass flower chandelier in black exudes opulence and sophistication, blending the rich tradition of Venetian craftsmanship with contemporary elegance....
Metal
Johan Carpner Satellite 40 Ceiling Brass Black Lamp by Konsthantverk
By Johan Carpner, Konsthantverk Tyringe 1
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Grenverk designed by Johan Carpner and manufactured by Konsthantverk. The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manu...
Brass
$12,500 / item
Victoire Flush Mount by David Duncan Studio
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
The Victoire flush mount in brass, designed by David Duncan. The round frame having curved, low iron glass in three sections, separated by rectangular sections with beveled edges und...
Brass
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
1980 Italy Black & White Stilnovo Milano Telescope Wall & Ceiling Lamp
By Stilnovo
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Minimalist halogen wall and ceiling lamp with a black and white metal frame. The head on the telescopic arm is adjustable. Thus, the light can be aligned selectively. Manufactured by...
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
Murano Glass Leave Flush Mount or Ceiling Lights
Located in Rome, IT
This ceiling light realized in pure Murano glass leaves with gold intrusion. Available also with clear graniglia leaves. Amazing 24-carat gold-plated structure and canopy. This beaut...
Glass
$3,930Sale Price / item|10% Off
'Dice' Alabaster and Brass Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere
By Pierre Chareau, Maison Paname
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Dice' 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, w...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
$28,770 / item
Vertical Brass Chandelier with Alabaster Globes
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
New design by Glustin Luminaires, following our works with alabaster, we offer this new variation made of a vertical brass stem which supports various sized enlightened alabaster glo...
Alabaster, Brass
Italian Murano Glass Flush Mount Chandelier, Square Multicolor Triedro, 21st C.
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Murano glass square flush mount chandelier luminaire crafted during the twenty-first century showcases bold, architectural Venetian lighting design inspired by mid-century Ve...
Chrome
Moderne Nickel-Plated Flush Mounted Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960s French twelve-light nickel plated light fixture with crystal beads. Measurements: Diameter 30" Minimum drop 12".
Crystal, Nickel
$16,500 / item
Square Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian flushmount with hand blown clear and amethyst Murano glass panels mounted on white metal frame with chrome hardware / Made in Italy 9 lights / E26 or E27 type / max 60W each ...
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
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
$4,955Sale Price / item|10% Off
Large 'Moon 8' Alabaster Ceiling or Wall Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere
By Maison Paname, Pierre Chareau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large 'Moon 8' Alabaster Ceiling or Wall Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mesiere, who...
Alabaster, Metal
La Murrina Vistosi Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Vintage Italy 1980s
By La Murrina
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An elegant vintage Italian flush mount ceiling light, Glass shade made by La Murrina. The gold-plated metal fixture by Vistosi, circa 1980s or earlier. The fixture features a substan...
Metal
$1,790 / set
Swedish flush-mount ceiling light in pine 70s
Located in Boden, SE
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pine Flush Mount Ceiling Lights / Plafonds (1970s) Elevate your space with this stunning, rare pair of mid-century modern Scandinavian...
Agate
'Hat' Alabaster and Brass Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere
By Pierre Chareau, Maison Paname
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Hat' Alabaster and Brass Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and anti...
Alabaster, Metal
$5,400 / item
MEZZO Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Sputnik flush mount with Murano glass globes mounted on solid brass frame / Designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy 15 lights / E12 or E14 type / max 40W each...
Brass
$5,400 / item
MEZZO Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Sputnik flush mount with Murano glass globes mounted on solid brass frame / Designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy 15 lights / E12 or E14 type / max 40W each...
Brass
Zeta Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Satin Brass Finish
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
The Zeta ceiling light features a composition of variable sized Murano glass shades methodically balanced on a “V” shaped brass frame. The first images show the fixture in our satin ...
Brass
Pink Amethyst Graceful Flower Murano Chandelier or Flush Mount
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
$4,200 / item
Nube Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern Italian flush mount or chandelier with six white glass shades mounted on matt gold finish metal frame / Made in Italy by Fabio Ltd Width: 31.5 inches / Depth: 20 inches / Heig...
Metal
$300Sale Price / item|20% Off
Globe Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Nickel, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe Flush Mount in polished nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Nickel Electronics: ...
Brass, Steel
Bola Disc Flush Wall and Ceiling Light in Rose Gold by Pablo Designs
By Pablo Studio, Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
A study in refined simplicity, Bola Disc Flush offers a magical combination of mirror and globe refined down to its bare essentials. The objective with the Bola Disc Flush is to prov...
Aluminum
Italian Murano Rugiadoso Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1970s
Located in Chicago, IL
Mouth-blown in clear Murano glass with warm gold highlights, this Italian flush mount dates to the 1970s. Its textured surface was achieved using the Rugiadoso technique—fine particl...
Brass
Custom Alex Iridescent Murano Glass Disc Flush Mount Light
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Custom Alex Iridescent Murano glass disc flush mount light in burnished brass. Currently out of stock but available for custom order in differ...
Brass, Metal
$6,900 / item
Aurora Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian sputnik flush mount with smoky green Murano glass globes mounted on solid brass frame in satin brass finish / Made in Italy 15 lights / E12 or E14 type / max 40W each Diamete...
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$2,800 / item
Fractale Medium Glass Wall or Ceiling Light
Located in Westport, CT
Gold thermoformed glass (also available in silver) mounted on a base available in lacquered black metal or solid oak. Can be used as a wall or ceiling light. Handmade in Europe Ava...
Metal
Scandinavian Design Ceiling Lamp, Johan Carpner Satellit 55 by Konsthantverk
By Konsthantverk Tyringe 1, Johan Carpner
Located in Barcelona, ES
Add a touch of Scandinavian elegance to your home with this stunning ceiling lamp by Konsthantverk. Designed by Johan Carpner, the Satellit 55 model features a sleek black mat and ra...
Brass
$5,400 / item
Mezzo Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian sputnik flush mount with Murano glass globes mounted on solid brass frame Designed by Fabio Bergomi / Made in Italy 15 lights / E12 or E14 type / max 40W each Diameter: 35.5 ...
Brass
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
Sabina Grubbeson Strapatz Celing Small Black Oxide by Konsthantverk Tyringe
By Sabina Grubbeson, Konsthantverk Tyringe 1
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Celing lamp designed by Sabina Grubbeson manufactured by Konsthantverk Tyringe in Sweden. We offer worldwide shipping for this piece. Strapatz celing small Measures: D. 450 mm H. 6...
Steel
Large 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. 12 E27 lights spread a magical light. the price is \ite...
Glass
$15,900 / item
Sei Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Bronze Finish
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
The Sei ceiling light is characterized by its star shaped frame with six suspended Murano glass shades. The first images show the fixture in our bronzo nuvolat...
Brass
Pair of Pink Amethyst Amazing Murano Glass Leave Ceiling Lights or Chandeliers
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. We can sell also ...
Glass
FLOS Smithfield C Fluorescent Flush Mount Light in White by Jasper Morrison
By Flos, Jasper Morrison
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of the Smithfield family, the Smithfield C ceiling-mounted lamp manages to be both grand and unassuming. Providing direct light through its aluminum body, it is well suited for ...
Aluminum
$5,850 / item
MEZZO Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Sputnik flush mount with Murano glass globes mounted on solid brass frame / Designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy 15 lights / E12 or E14 type / max 40W each...
Brass
$5,100 / item
Corset Chandelier by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Contemporary Italian chandelier with a metal frame in white color resembling a traditional Venetian Murano chandelier / Made in Italy by Fabio Ltd Diameter: 35.5 inches / Height: 27....
Metal
Bola Disc 22 Flush Wall & Ceiling Light in White by Pablo Designs
By Pablo Studio, Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
A study in refined simplicity, Bola Disc Flush offers a magical combination of mirror and globe refined down to its bare essentials. The objective with the Bola Disc Flush is to prov...
Aluminum
$15,200 / item
Iris N. 3 Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Bronze Finish
By Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro, form A
Located in New York, NY
The Iris N.3 ceiling light is designed around three expansive acrylic shades with hand carved glass centers. This versatile fixture can be installed on a stem or as a flush mount. Th...
Brass
$9,900 / item
Tre Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Bronze Finish
By Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro, form A
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 different heights. The first ima...
Brass
$2,875 / item
Lafayette Brass Wall or Ceiling Light
Located in Westport, CT
Brass light made from solid brass, composed of multiple thin strips of brass which the end user can shape anyway desired. The spokes can be opened for a more eccentric appearance or kept flat for a more minimalist look. Available with LED + top cover or medium bulb socket max 60W. Can be used as a wall or ceiling light. Handmade. Available in three sizes: Large 24 in. diameter x 5.9 in. deep Medium 15.75 in. diameter x 5.9 in. deep. Send message...
Metal
Gold-Plated Piramide Murano La Murrani Flushmount /Wall Light, 1970s, Italy
By La Murrina
Located in Rijssen, NL
A rare gold-plated Venini flushmount with three clear opal glass shades of Murano glass. With nice colored small confetti glass drops. Modulated in the form...
Brass
French Modernist Ceiling Fixture by Martin Et Guenier
Located in Bridgewater, CT
A French modernist ceiling fixture by Martin et Guenier, from circa 1930s, in frosted glass.
Glass
Set of Four Leucos Golf PL Flush Mounts by Toso & Massari, 1990s
By Toso, Massari & Associates, Leucos
Located in Praha, CZ
Set of four yellow Golf PL lfush mounts by Leucos designed by Toso & Massari in 1990s. Murano glass with satin finish. Set is in perfect condition E25-E27 bulb US wiring compatible
Chrome
Modern Large Murano Art Glass Globe Dome Polished Nickel Flush Mount Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Modern Large Murano Style Art Glass Globe / Dome With Polished Nickel Housing Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture With 4 Candelabra Sockets
Nickel
Pair of Triedri Curvati Murano Glass Sconces 1970'
By Carlo Nason, Venini
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing pair of glass sconces or wall lights with four layers of curving “triedri” glass prisms on a brass frame, designed by Carlo Nason for Venini, Italy. A dynamic form, changing ...
Blown Glass
Bola Disc Flush Wall and Ceiling Light in Brass by Pablo Designs
By Pablo Designs, Pablo Studio
Located in San Francisco, CA
A study in refined simplicity, Bola Disc Flush offers a magical combination of mirror and globe refined down to its bare essentials. The objective with the Bola Disc Flush is to prov...
Aluminum
Daisy Contemporary Hanging Lamp 44, Sun 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
Italian Murano glass ceiling light by La Murrina from the 1980s
By La Murrina
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Plafonnier italien des années 1980, fabriqué par la manufacture La Murrina. Entièrement réalisé en verre de Murano orange granuleux, il est orné d'un grand cabochon en verre. La stru...
Metal, Brass