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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
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
Perla Flushmount Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Satin Brass/Acqua Finish
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
The Perla flushmount features an organic brass shell nestling our Sfera glass handblown in Tuscany. The first images show the fixture with a satin brass interior and Lerici Acqua ext...
Brass
$9,200 / item
Etna N.21 Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
Blending sculpture and design, the N.21 is the largest fixture of the Etna series with an expansive glass shade composed of dozens of crystal elements. The organic cast brass shell c...
Brass
Perla Flushmount Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Brass Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Perla flushmount features an organic brass shell nestling our Sfera glass handblown in Tuscany. The first images show the fixture with a satin brass interior and polished brass e...
Brass
Fagerhult Semi Flush Mount Opaline Glass and Brass, Sweden, 1960
Located in Bronx, NY
Fagerhult semi flush mount opaline glass and brass, Sweden, 1960 Beautiful simple clean Swedish 1960s semi flush mounts by Fagerhult, six Edison sockets lid up opaline shades hung on...
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 for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy 15 lights / E12 or E14 type / max 40W each...
Brass
$10,000 / item
Hive Flushmount 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
Pair of Italian Murano Glass Leave Flushmount or Ceiling Lights
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure Murano glass leaves. The structure is gilt-metal. Five E 14 lights spread a magical light. Available 6 of this Item. Measures: Diameter 60 cm, height 35 cm without t...
Glass
$560Sale Price / item|20% Off
Flos Kelvin Spot Nero Black Wall Lamp, Modern Sconce Lamp, Antonio Citterio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Flos Kelvin Spot Nero black wall lamp, modern sconce lamp, Italy. The Kelvin Spot is no longer in production. It was part of the iconic Kelvin Collection K...
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
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
"Ice" Glass and Chrome Square Flush Mount Ceiling Light
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A large four socket chrome flush mount with a thick ice cube design glass shade.
Chrome
$18,500 / item
Helios 44 Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Bronze Finish
By Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro, form A
Located in New York, NY
The Helios ceiling light features an imposing composition of illuminated Murano glass shades gravitating around a central tinted mirror. The first images show the fixture in a medley of bronze finishes with a gray center mirror-subsequent pictures show it in a selection of alternative finishes. See Helios 66...
Brass
Pair of Italian Murano Glass Leaves Modern Flush Mount or Ceiling Light
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian Murano glass leaves modern ceiling lights. Exclusive production with precious Murano glass leaves. Available with clear and a...
Art Glass
Oculus Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Murano Glass and Polished Brass Finish
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
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 configurat...
Brass
Amazing Large Green Murano Glass Leave Ceiling Light or Chandelier
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
Palwa Flower Glass Flush Mount, Austria 1970
By Palwa
Located in Bronx, NY
Polished brass base with 6 candelabra sockets, numerous individual large clear glass in the shape of a flower forms a shade.
Brass
Oculus Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Murano Glass and Bronze Finish
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
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
$5,908Sale Price|71% Off
Large Metal Flush Mount with Murano Lenses
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Exceptionally large flush mount made of a white metal structure supporting thirty sconces covered with coloured Murano glass lenses. Sixty sources of ligh...
Metal
$12,900 / item
Tetrix Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Satin Brass Finish
By form A
Located in New York, NY
The Tetrix ceiling light features a composition of variable sized Murano glass shades on a brass machined frame highlighting perpendicular and intersecting lines. The first images sh...
Brass
$975Sale Price / set|25% Off
Set of Four Globe Flush Mounts by Research.Lighting, Brass, 3in Glass, MTO
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 4x Globe Flush Mounts in brushed brass designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Brushed Brass Electronics: 1x ...
Brass, Steel
Iris N. 5 Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Satin Nickel Finish
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
The Iris N.5 ceiling light is designed around five expansive acrylic shades with hand carved glass centers. This versatile fixture can be installed on a stem or as a flush mount. The...
Brass
$1,875Sale Price / set|25% Off
Pair of Signal Flush Mounts from Souda, White and Copper, Made to Order
By Souda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2 Flush Mount from Souda. Composed of a spun metal shade that reflects light filtered through a perforated metal diffuser, the subtle warmth of the signal sconce ...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
$14,900 / item
Quattro Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Bronze Finish
By Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro, form A
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 va...
Brass
$280Sale Price / item|20% Off
Globe Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Black, 5in Glass Globe, In Stock
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
Quattro Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Polished Nickel 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
Remains Lighting "Cardea" Polished Nickel Glass Flush Mount Ceiling/Wall light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Architectural and highly refined, this Remains Lighting "Cardea" flush mount or wall sconce represents the meticulous craftsmanship and timeless design language that has made Remains...
Brass, Nickel
$15,900 / item
Sei Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Black 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 brunito nero (...
Brass
Brass 5 light flush mount, Leola, Germany, 1970's
Located in Stockholm, SE
A great flush mount. Perfect for any wall or ceiling, Designed by Gaetano Sciolari for the German maker Leola. Made in the early 1970s. Brass with brushed finish. For five light bulb...
Brass
Kono Flushmount by Gaspare Asaro. Satin Brass and Mediterranean Blue
Located in New York, NY
The Kono ceiling light is inspired by time tested shapes and lines but has a touch of organic modern via the incorporation of our signature Murano Bubble glass. With a mix of classic...
Brass
$390 / item
Tablet 6 Wood Wall Sconce
Located in Edmonton, CA
The Tablet series consists of multiple wood backing plates that showcase the glass globe as it sinks into the wood behind it. This series is available in various finishes. This fi...
Glass, Hardwood
Geometria Sospesa Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Polished Brass Finish
By Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro, form A
Located in New York, NY
Translated in English to “suspended geometry”, the Geometria Sospesa ceiling light plays with the notion of lines and shapes. The concept is brought to life by its distinctive windin...
Brass
Tiffany Contemporary modern Hanging Lamp 60 Silver 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 expe...
Brass
Pair of Dome Flush Mounts by Research.Lighting, Black, 3in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Dome Flush Mounts in Black designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Steel, Glass Finish: Powder Coated Steel in black Electronics: 1x G9 Soc...
Steel
Globe Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Black, 3in 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
Pair of Signal Flush Mounts from Souda, White and Nickel, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2 Flush Mount from Souda. Composed of a spun metal shade that reflects light filtered through a perforated metal diffuser, the subtle warmth of the signal sconce ...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
$3,600 / item
Etna N.10 Flush Mount and Sconce by Gaspare Asaro
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
Blending sculpture and design, the N.10 is the smallest fixture of the Etna series with a cast brass shell and a glass shade composed of dozens of crystal elements. Shown in polished...
Brass
Sei Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro - Polished Brass 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 polished brass...
Brass
$875Sale Price / item|30% Off
Signal Flush Mount, White and Copper, 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
$2,275 / item
Fractale Large 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 Av...
Metal
Perla Wall Light by Gaspare Asaro-Satin Brass/Bronze Finish
By form A, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
The Perla wall light features an organic brass shell nestling our Sfera glass handblown in Tuscany. The first images show the fixture with a satin bra...
Brass
Mod Chrome Globe Ceiling Fixture
Located in Riverdale, NY
Mod Chrome Globe Ceiling Fixture from the 1970s. 4 frosted globe bulbs are mounted onto a chrome flush mount fixture. 1970s USA.
Chrome
Sabrina Landini Silvered Art Glass Ring Pendant Lamp, Modern Design Made 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 all its modernity. Expertly crafted in silvered glass slabs, like hand-set colored diamonds, our Ring pendant echoes the solitary wedding ring. Suspended from an invisible link cable, this design uses negative space to make the ultimate statement. Echoing the antique charm of estate jewels, the micropavé pendant lamp shines with a breathtaking round diamond light center set in a geometric multi facet canopy. Ring is the fiery expression of love. A striking center light source surrounded by silvered glass tiles, like set...
Metal
$945 / item
Mezzo Small Flush Lamp by CTO Lighting
By CTO Lighting
Located in Geneve, CH
Mezzo small flush lamp by CTO Lighting Materials: satin brass with opal glass shade Dimensions: H 13 x W 13 cm All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to the ...
Brass
Murano Glass Ceiling Lamp by Lino Tagliapietra for La Murrina, Italy, 1970s
By La Murrina, Lino Tagliapietra
Located in Brussel, BE
Beautiful flush-mount lamp in ivory, grey, and pink swirl Murano glass with a brass base. Originally designed by Venetian artist Lino Tagliapietra for the iconic Murano maker La Murr...
Brass
$1,973 / item
Hana Flush Mount by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Hana Flush Mount by Schwung Dimensions: Ø 49 x H 25.5 cm. Materials: Lacquered burnished brass and borosilicate sandblasted glass. All our lamps can be wired according to each cou...
Brass
$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
$480Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dish Flush Mount, by Research.Lighting, Black, 5in 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: ~4.75in Electronics...
Metal
Slamp Clizia Flush Mini Ceiling/Wall 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 (o...
Other
Petite Yellow Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Vintage Italy 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An elegant vintage Italian flush mount ceiling light, Glass shade made in Italy. The metal fixture by an unknown manufacturer, probably custom made lacquered in the circa 1980s. The...
Metal
Bola Disc Flush 18 Wall and Ceiling Light * new matte colors * by Pablo Designs
By Pablo Designs, Pablo Studio
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bola Disc Flush is now available in four painted finishes. The objective with the Bola Flush is to provide both direct and reflected light from either ceiling or wall mounted vantag...
Aluminum
Bola Disc Flush 22 Wall and Ceiling Light * new matte colors * by Pablo Designs
By Pablo Studio, Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bola Disc Flush is now available in four painted finishes. The objective with the Bola Flush is to provide both direct and reflected light from either ceiling or wall mounted vantag...
Aluminum
Slamp Mida Wall/Ceiling Light LARGE 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
Bola Disc Flush 32 Wall and Ceiling Light * new matte colors * by Pablo Designs
By Pablo Studio, Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bola Disc Flush is now available in four painted finishes. The objective with the Bola Flush is to provide both direct and reflected light from either ceiling or wall mounted vantag...
Aluminum
Striking Multicolor Triedi Crystal Prism Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous Murano glass chandelier with 265 multicolor triedri on chrome frame. Available a pair. Dimensions: 43.30 inches (110 cm) height with chai...
Steel
$1,875Sale Price / set|25% Off
Pair of Signal Flush Mounts from Souda, White and Brass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2 flush mount from Souda. Composed of a spun metal shade that reflects light filtered through a perforated metal diffuser, the subtle warmth of the signal sconce ...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Magnificent Monumental Snow Flake Barovier Toso Style Murano Flush Mount 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
The chandelier is made of clear glass leafs, over a round metal frame. The Fixture requires three European E27 / 110 Volt Edison bulbs, each bulb up to 60 watts. It is translucent an...
Metal
$650 / item
Tablet 36 Wood Wall Sconce
Located in Edmonton, CA
The Tablet series consists of multiple wood backing plates that showcase the glass globe as it sinks into the wood behind it. This series is available in various finishes. Our lig...
Glass, Hardwood
$3,249 / item
Small Artés Wall-Mount Lamp by CTO Lighting
By CTO Lighting
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Artés wall-mount lamp by CTO Lighting Materials: Bronze, satin brass details, Honed alabaster Dimensions: 32 x H 9 cm All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If ...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Bola Disc Flush 12 Wall and Ceiling Light * new matte colors * by Pablo Designs
By Pablo Designs, Pablo Studio
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bola Disc Flush is now available in four painted finishes. The objective with the Bola Flush is to provide both direct and reflected light from either ceiling or wall mounted vantag...
Aluminum
d'ac Lighting Nube Ceiling/Wall Light Fixture
Located in Brookfield, CT
A versatile light fixture with Italian hand-blown glass shade and white-aluminum backplate. For standard ceiling or wall junction box mounting.
Glass