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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Pair of Brass Amber Glass Wall Lights/ Flush Mounts by Motoko Isshi for Staff
Located in Rijssen, NL
Rare 1960s made ceiling fixtures or wall lights by Staff / Germany designed by Motoko Ishii made of a thick-walled drop structured shade with a diameter 14.9” (38 cm) and 3.9” (10 cm...
Metal, Brass
Modernist Six-Arm Brass and Hand Blown Murano "Honeycomb" Flush Mount Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning modernist eight-arm "honeycomb" chandelier was handcrafted in Murano, Italy by High Style Deco- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superl...
Brass
Set of Four Globe Flush Mounts, Research.Lighting, Copper, 3in Glass, MTO
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 4x Globe Flush Mounts in copper designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Copper Electronics: 1x G9 Socket, 1x ...
Brass, Steel
Pair of Globe Flush Mounts, Research.Lighting, Nickel, 3in Glass, MTO
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
Small Arc Sconce in Satin Black with White Lucite Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The arc sconce is made of a solid black body and backplate with a white Lucite shade and black screws. Small: W 5.25in (13.5cm) x D 5.25in (13.5cm) x H 12i...
Brass
Vistosi Futura Flush Mount in Crystal Black Glass And Matt Black Frame
By Hangar Design Group, Vistosi
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
A collection of lamps made from a single piece of blown glass, whose particular workmanship, though, allows a double chromatic effect: transparent at the top, satin effect at the bot...
Glass
Tiffany Contemporary Hanging Lamp, 60 Rust-Red Silk Silvered Glass Brass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TIFFANY the iconic lamp! Introducing Sabrina's breathtaking collection of Tiffany lamps. Sabrina Landini selects the most beautiful materials and assemble them to create home decora...
Brass
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
Globe Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Black, 3in 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
FLOS Clara Ceiling Light w/ Transparent Trim by Piero Lissoni
By Piero Lissoni, Flos
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 high efficiency, injection-molded opal PC (polycarbonate). The ceiling/wall fitting is injection-molded PC. The dimmable LED light source is line voltage (from 100 to 130 VAC) and can be hooked directly to a standard US j-box. Inspiration behind the design: When designing the simply brilliant Clara, Piero Lissoni drew his inspiration from one of his favorite films, Young Frankenstein...
Resin
$1,797 / item
Lamp One Wood 02 by Formaminima
By Formaminima
Located in Geneve, CH
Lamp one wood 02 by Formaminima Dimensions: D 5 x W 5 x H 17 cm. Materials: body lamp: walnut briarwood, crystal glass diffuser, Limoges porcelain sheets, biscuit-finish. Ceiling r...
Crystal, Brass
$1,951 / item
Lamp One Marble 02 Revamp Edition by Formaminima
By Formaminima
Located in Geneve, CH
Lamp one marble 02 revamp edition by Formaminima Dimensions: D 5 x W 5 x H 17 cm Materials: Body lamp: handcrafted solid Arabescato Orobico grey and orange, polished finish, Crysta...
Crystal, Marble, Brass
$525Sale Price|19% Off
Vintage 60's glass ceiling wall lamp 8 lights Italian design
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Ceiling or wall lamp with mirrored glass base and chrome metal inserts, eight lights, Italian design, 1960s. CONDITION: In good, working condition, may show signs of wear given by t...
Metal
$1,407 / item
Lamp One Brass 01 Revamp Edition by Formaminima
By Formaminima
Located in Geneve, CH
Lamp One Brass 01 Revamp Edition by Formaminima Dimensions: D5 x W5 x H 17 cm. Materials: Body lamp and ceiling rose: solid burnished satin brass, matt finish Crystal glass diffuse...
Crystal, Brass
$1,407 / item
Lamp One Brass 02 Revamp Edition by Formaminima
By Formaminima
Located in Geneve, CH
Lamp One brass 02 Revamp Edition by Formaminima Dimensions: D5 x W5 x H 17 cm. Materials: Body lamp and ceiling rose: solid burnished satin brass, matt finish Crystal glass diffuse...
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Bunch Flush Mounts, Black, Research.Lighting, Ceiling Light, 3in 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
Amber Glass Flush Mount by Carl Fagerlund
Located in San Francisco, CA
Flush mount ceiling light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Amber textured glass with wavy edges, brass hardware. Six E12 candelabra sockets. Rewired with new sockets.
Brass
Konsthantverk Svep Small Ceiling Lamp, Iron Oxide & 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 techniq...
Brass
Tiffany Hanging Lamp 30 Tobacco 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
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
Vistosi Giogali Flush Mount in Black 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
$3,700 / item
Vega Ceiling Mount in Cast Glass by Matthew Fairbank
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Vega Uno is a geometric, modular, contemporary lighting fixture. Vega is suitable for installation on the ceiling as a flush mount, ...
Aluminum, Brass
Slamp Clizia Flush Large Mama non Mama by Adriano Rachele
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Clizia Mama Non Mama is an ode to joy, femininity, primordial love, and pure emotion. Once illuminated, the lamp’s delicate details create plays o...
Plastic
Pair of Side Flush Mount Ceiling Lights by Research.Lighting, Small, Black, MTO
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Side Flush Mounts in black manufactured by Research.Lighting. They can be used as sconces or flush mounts. Materials: Steel, Acrylic Finish: Black Electronics...
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 / Made in Italy 15 lights / E12 or E14 type / max 40W each Diameter: 35.5 ...
Brass
Large Lucite Starburst Pattern Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Lucite shade starburst pattern flush mount. Made in Austria. Gorgeous textured Lucite flush mount with metal fixture. The Fixture requires two European E27 / 110 Volt Ediso...
Metal
Vistosi Diamante Spotlight in Crystal Glass Finish by Barbara Maggiolo
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
The Diamante collection is the result of an exclusively artisanal process. The artisan manufacture is enhanced by the new LED version. The suspensions, presented as a cluster or indi...
Glass
Deep Flush Mount Pair by Research.Lighting, Black, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Deep Flush Mounts in Black designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Steel Finish: Powder Coated Steel in black Electronics: 1x E26 Socket, ...
Steel
$435Sale Price|50% Off
Large Lucite and Brass Ice Block Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful large Lucite glass ice block flush mount. Made in Germany by Ridi Leuchten. Gorgeous textured Lucite flush mount with metal fixture. The Fixture requires four European E27 ...
Metal
Signal Flush Mount from Souda, Black and Copper 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, Steel, Aluminum
Contemporary 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
Vistosi Giogali Flush Mount in Black 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
Slamp Clizia Flush Medium Mama Non Mama by Adriano Rachele
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Clizia Mama Non Mama is an ode to joy, femininity, primordial love, and pure emotion. Once illuminated, the lamp’s delicate details create plays o...
Other
$5,300 / item
Nube Chandelier by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern Italian chandelier or flush mount with eight clear glass shades mounted on chrome finish metal frame / Made in Italy by Fabio Ltd Width: 43.5 inches / Depth: 33.5 inches / Hei...
Metal
Vistosi Ecos Flush Mount in Crystal Striped Glass And Matt Bronze Frame
By Vistosi, Noti Massari, Renato Toso
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
One ring, infinite combinations. The concept of the Ecos collection is just in one element: the glass ring. The chromatic and texture variations that the designers Renato Toso, Noti ...
Glass
SLAMP Veli Medium Light 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
SLAMP Veli Large Flush Light in White 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 La Belle Etoile Ceiling/Wall by Adriano Rachele
Located in Pomezia, Rome
La Belle Étoile is inspired by the soft flounce of a tutù and the organic perfection of a fresh blossom. The ceiling/applique version combines the tech...
Other
$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
Bunch Flush Mount, Black, Research.Lighting, Ceiling Light, 5in Glass Globes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Bunch Flush Mount Ceiling Light designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Steel, Glass, Brass Finish: Powder Coated Steel in black Electroni...
Brass, Steel
Vistosi Giogali Flush Mount in White 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
Deep Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Black, 3in Glass Globe, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Deep Flush Mount in Black designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Steel Finish: Powder Coated Steel in black Electronics: 1x E26 Socket, G...
Steel
Monumental Wave Pattern Textured Fischer Leuchten Flush Mount, Germany, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning large chrome and Murano glass flush mount by Fischer Leuchten. Very heavy Murano wave pattern glass. The flush mount requires three European E27 Edison bulbs, each up to 6...
Metal, Chrome
Vistosi Giogali Flush Mount in Crystal Amber Glass And Matt Bronze Frame
By Angelo Mangiarotti, Vistosi
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
Huge Contemporary Black and White Flower Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Striking contemporary Murano glass chandelier composed by dozens black and White hand blown flowers by Veneziani Arte. Price is for 1 item . Available also a pair. This light fixt...
Blown Glass
FLATSPOT 6 - TRIMLESS XOB LED - brushed Champagne Gold
By Tekna
Located in New York, NY
Trimless recessed adjustable downlighter (both for installation in plasterboard as in hard ceiling).
Metal
FLATSPOT 6 - TRIMLESS XOB LED - lacquered Champagne Gold
By Tekna
Located in New York, NY
Trimless recessed adjustable downlighter (both for installation in plasterboard as in hard ceiling).
Metal
Butterfly Pendant Lamp by Sabrina Landini, White Silver Art Glass & Brass Italy
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
BUTTERFLY The free dance movement For more than 22 years, Sabrina Landini pays homage to glass surfaces in her expression of silvered masterworks, the hallmark of her collection. S...
Crystal, Brass
Murano Glass Textured Fischer Leuchten Flush mount, Germany, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A brass and Murano glass flush mount by Fischer Leuchten. Very heavy Murano glass. The flush mount requires one European E27 Edison bulb, up to 60 watts.
Metal, Brass
$759 / item
Square Wall Lamp 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
Pair of Globe Flush Mounts, Research.Lighting, Copper, 3in Glass, MTO
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Globe Flush Mounts in copper designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Copper Electronics: 1x G9 Socket, 1x 4.5 ...
Brass, Steel
Swirl Pattern Textured Fischer Leuchten Flush Mount, Germany, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning large chrome and Murano glass flush mount by Fischer Leuchten. Very heavy Murano swirl pattern glass. The flush mount requires two Euro...
Metal
FLATSPOT 3 - SURFACE MOUNTED XOB - lacquered Copper
By Tekna
Located in New York, NY
Adjustable surface mounted downlighter. Ceiling plate with Spot Optic, axial adjustable from 0° to 60° - directional from 0° to 350°.
Metal
Globe Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Copper, 3in Glass Globe, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe Flush Mount in copper designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Copper Electronics: 1x G9 Socket, 1x 4.5 W...
Brass, Steel
Tiffany Contemporary Hanging Lamp 30, Mat-Cream 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 exper...
Brass
Globe Flush Mount by Research.Lighting, Brushed Nickel, 3in Glass Globe, MTO
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
Small Lead Crystal Flowe Flush Fixture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring instant sparkle and retro glamour to your space with this stunning vintage floral ceiling light. Featuring a layered design of faceted crystal‑style petals radiating from a cen...
Crystal, Metal
Vistosi Giogali Flush Mount in Crystal Transparent 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
Pair of Globe Flush Mounts, Research.Lighting, Black, 3in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Globe Flush Mounts in black designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Black Electronics: 1x G9 Socket, 1x 4....
Brass, Steel
$7,909 / 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