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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
$1,750 / item
Signal Flush Mount from Souda, Copper, Made to Order
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...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Match Pendant Lamp by Sabrina Landini in Silvered Glass & Brass Hand Made Italy
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
MATCH : table, hanging, floor lamp Clear crystal, amber crystal Flare up the vital energy! Nearly 25 years ago, the first beauxobjet was created in Sabrina Landini's workshop, ...
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
Pair of Globe Flush Mounts by Research.Lighting, Brass, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Globe Flush Mounts in brushed brass designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Brushed Brass Electronics: 1x...
Brass, Steel
SLAMP Aurora Mini Flush Light in White by Nigel Coates
By Nigel Coates, Slamp
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Designed by Nigel Coates. The aurora is a rose gold apparition of light taking over the sky just before sunrise. The heart of this refined ceiling lamp is made of crystals that almos...
Other
Tiffany Contemporary Hanging Lamp 60 Silver blue 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
Pair of Signal Flush Mounts from Souda, Black 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
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
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
Modern Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian modern flushmount with clear glass globes with twisted texture on solid brass frame in lacquered polished finish, designed by Fabio B...
Brass
Rustik Flushmount Lamp in Aluminum & Brass, Modern Design, Sweden
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Rustik Cord 1.5 m Max 40 W E27 0054-5 shade raw alu Measure: D. 200 mm This lamp is wired for Europe, if used in US or any other country the client will need to convert it. The lam...
Aluminum, Brass
Vistosi Damascus Spotlight in Crystal Crystal by Paolo Crepax
By Vistosi
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
The collection is produced with the bozzolo technique: that consists in applying threads of molten glass to create an organic texture. Damasco is one of our most successful series, w...
Crystal
Brass & Glass Wall or Ceiling Light by Gino Sarfatti
Located in San Francisco, CA
Brass & Glass Wall or Ceiling Light by Gino Sarfatti. Rewired for US. Single socket.
Brass
Vistosi Futura Flush Mount in Amber Brass Glass And Matt Black Frame
By Vistosi, Hangar Design Group
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 30, Silver-Blue 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
$1,750 / item
Signal Flush Mount from Souda, Nickel, Made to Order
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...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
$1,779 / 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
$1,931 / item
Lamp One Marble 01 Revamp Edition by Formaminima
By Formaminima
Located in Geneve, CH
Lamp One Marble 01 Revamp Edition by Formaminima Dimensions: D 5 x W 5 x H 17 cm. Materials: Body lamp: handcrafted solid Palissandro Blu Nuvolato, polished finish, Crystal glass d...
Crystal, Marble, Brass
$1,931 / 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
$1,393 / 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
$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 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
SLAMP Veli AUREA Medium Flush Light in White/Gold 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
Venini Firenze Flush Light in Crystal & Sapphire by Ettore Sottsass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Firenze flush light in handmade blown glass with decorative elements in opaline and transparent glass and white painted metal finishes. Fun and colorful ceiling light...
Art Glass
Signal Flush Mount from Souda, Black and Nickel, 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
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
Vistosi Giogali Flush Mount in Crystal Silver with 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
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
$1,500 / item
CHELSEA SMALL vintage brass ribbed glass
By Tekna
Located in New York, NY
Ceiling light in brass with outside fitted clear or frosted glass and spring closure.
Metal
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
Italian Murano Glass Flush Mount Chandelier, Floral Graniglia, 1990s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Murano glass multi-light flush mount ceiling luminaire crafted during the nineteen nineties showcases organic, botanical Venetian lighting design. Handcrafted in Italy, this ...
Gold
Modern Ring Pendant Lamp by Sabrina Landini, Art Silvered Glass, 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 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
Tiffany contemporary modern Hanging Lamp 80 silver Silk lampshade mirror 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
Luxurious Contemporary Italian Murano Glass Triedi Ceiling Light
Located in Rome, IT
Spectacular and large ceiling light with a myriad of handmade Murano glass "Triedi" with a fabulous light effect. Bold contemporary form ideal for luxurious interiors. 16 x E 27 lig...
Blown Glass
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
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
Butterfly Modern Chandelier by Sabrina Landini in Silver 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
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
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
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, Aluminum, Steel
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
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
Konsthantverk Svep Small Ceiling Lamp in Raw Brass & 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 technique...
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
Ice Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
Two ice glass panels with two end pieces, iridescent finish throughout. Metal chassis with new brass backplate, and brass hardware, four E12 candelabra sockets. Rewired for US.
Brass
$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
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
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
$520Sale 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
$4,955Sale Price / item|10% Off
Large 'Titan 12' Alabaster Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere
By Pierre Chareau, Maison Paname
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large 'Titan 12' Alabaster 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
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
21st Century Margherita Crystal & Blown Glass Chandelier 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, Bronze
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
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 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
Italian Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture, Circular, 2000s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Murano glass circular flush mount ceiling fixture showcases luminous contemporary Venetian luxury lighting design. Handcrafted in Italy during the two-thousands, this low-pro...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
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
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
SLAMP Veli Medium Light 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