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Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Italian Modernist Rattan & Wicker Wire Pendant Hanging Light, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-century Modern Rattan Woven Wicker Pendant Light Beautiful Mid-Century Modern woven wicker wire and rattan pendant lamp / lantern, Italy, 1950s. The woven wicker cylindrical shad...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Wire

Large Murano Glass Chandelier by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Italy, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A Large Mid-Century tulip Murano glass three-light chandelier design by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Italy, 1960s. Composed of twelve textured thick hand blown clear glass petals connec...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Chrome

Unique Handcrafted Danish Ceramic Pendant Jette Hellerøe Light Fixture, 1970s
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful color and good size Danish hand crafted fixture with chestnut leaf pattern. If you are looking for a stylish design, light to grace your midcentury or modern home then this handmade specimen from the 1970s could be flying your way soon. With lighting as one of our specialties we were, again, very happy to have been able to purchase this rare ceramic light as well. We purchased it from the same home where we found the Helleroe pendant that we published on 1stdibs yesterday. This fine specimen too has an organic-design and color shade and the chestnut leafs make it extra special and aesthetically pleasing. Both with the light switched on and off this work of lighting art too has a unique presence, one that will never fail to impress. This natural stone-like color pendant comes with a metal chain and an equally beautiful and original ceramic canopy. With the light switched on this Scandinavian light fixture...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Iron

Set of Three Rare Outdoor or Garden Lamps by Kaiser Leuchten Germany 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Set of three exceptional Mid-Century Modern outdoor or garden lights in a lovely combination of red, yellow, green, white and black colors. Manufactured by Manufactured by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, 1950s. Executed in red, yellow, green and black lacquered metal and plexiglass shades. All lamps need E27 Edison screw fit bulbs, are with original wiring, in working condition and run both on 110/230 volt. Measurements: Two armed lamp...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Metal

Midcentury French Riviera Bambo, Rattan and Straw Italian Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Midcentury organic chandelier fully made in a combination of bamboo, curved rattan and hand-woven Vienna straw. This delightful piece was hand-made in Italy during the 1960s...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Chrome-Plated Sculptural Pendant Light chandelier, style of Maison Charles
Located in New York City, NY
A futuristic 1970s Modern fusee chandelier of sinuous, organic forms in a trio of polished metal tubes that form a harmonious musical note. In the style of Maison Charles et Fils si...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Chrome

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Olympic Torch, Munich 1972 by Friedrich Krupp AG, Circa 1970, Germany
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: Olympic Torch, Munich 1972 by Friedrich Krupp AG, Circa 1970, Germany Stainless Steel, made by Friedrich Krupp AG, Olympiagas / Hagri Germ...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Stainless Steel

Large Swedish Cut Glass Suspension Light, circa 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Swedish suspension light from the 1940-1950s. A large frosted funnel-shaped glass body with scalloped rim and cut decorations is suspended by three wires. One original E27 socke...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Black Painted Rattan Wicker Pagoda Shaped Pendant Light / Lantern
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rattan and Wicker wire pagoda shaped pendant / chandelier patinated in black, France, 1960s. This midcentury suspension lamp features a wicker weave conical lampshade with rattan ver...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Wire

Italian Ceiling Light, circa 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
Fine Italian ceiling light from the 1950-1960s. A large satin glass diffuser with a blue lacquered 'Saturn' shade suspended by brass hardware. Good original condition with partially ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass, Aluminum

1950 Engraved Crystal Lantern and Gold Brass Parts Italian Design
Located in Palermo, Sicily
1950 engraved crystal lantern and gold brass parts Italian design. 1 light bulb E27 max 100 watt. Only crystall cm. 36 x 28 diameter.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Crystal, Brass

Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass Diamantes Atzompa
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

White Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Natural Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Japanese Vintage Buddhist Chochin Lantern Floor Lamp by SUZUKI ANDON Signed 政和
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Japanese Vintage Buddhist Chochin Lantern or floor lamp by SUZUKI ANDON, Japan, 1980-1990. Lacquered wood three-legged stand with hand-painted silk sh...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Silk, Wood

1950s French Modern Pendant, Ribbed Glass and Brass
Located in Vienna, AT
Modernist French pendant from the 1950s. A slightly conical ribbed glass diffuser is framed by a black lacquered structure with brass details. The glass diffuser has a white casing o...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass, Steel

Beautiful Italian Vintage Glass Sputnik Pendant Light Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful glass and nickel Snowball chandelier. Italy, 1960s Lamp sockets: 10
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Nickel

Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass Diamantes Atzompa
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Small Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Mid-20th Century Glazed Terracotta Lantern
Located in Chicago, IL
A groovy mid-20th century American terracotta lantern with the best green and yellow splatter glaze, a cylindrical raw silk shade, and a chunky wood...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Terracotta

Midcentury Brass Gold Lantern Italian Design Lumi Milano
By Lumi
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Midcentury brass gold lantern Italian design Lumi Milano Measures: Height lantern cm.50.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Large Stilnovo Dual Glass Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare modernist chandelier by Stilnovo from 1950s. Two very large (45cm/18″) tapered satin glass diffusers are suspended by a minimal polished brass structure. Original brass and cera...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Large Midcentury Italian Brushed Chrome and Brass Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A large Mid-Century Modern brushed chrome and brass six-light chandelier, Italy 1960s. Six Edison E14 light candelabra bulb sockets. Measures: Overall height 39" / 99 cm, adjustab...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass, Chrome

Small Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Medium White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Lantern Pair of Ceiling Lamps Murano Mazzega Design 1970 White Transparent Glass
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Lantern pair of ceiling lamps Murano Mazzega design 1970s white transparent glass. 1 light bulb E27 max 80 watt each.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Murano Glass

Klaus Nolting 'Qu' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in Bronze for Ip44de
Located in Glendale, CA
Klaus Nolting 'Qu' portable outdoor aluminum table lamp in bronze for IP44de Founded in 1933 in East Westphalia, Germany, IP44.DE has quickly become one of the most innovative outdoor lighting companies in Europe, producing innovative pieces manufactured with detailed precision to the highest quality standards. Combining beauty with durability, this family run business has seen its space defining designs illuminate noted commercial, public and residential projects all over the world. The 'Qu' portable rechargeable indoor/outdoor table lamp provides the perfect solution to your evolving outdoor luminary needs. Designed to go anywhere, the lamp's body is executed in durable die-cast aluminum which is expertly fitted to the amber-colored glass. The result is a highly refined IP44-rated lamp with a light cast outward all directions. Optional mounting accessories include hooks or silicone based rope to further expand display possibilities. Coupled with two internal lithium ion batteries, the 'Qu' is capable of providing up to 20 hours of portable light...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Aluminum

Brass and Glass Lantern
Located in London, GB
A brass and glass lantern France, Circa 1950 65 cm high by 35 cm wide by 35 cm depth plus chain to desired height
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Medium White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Midcentury Modernist Brutalist Pendant by Tom Greene
Located in New York, NY
A terrific Mid-Century Modernist Brutalist pendant by Tom Greene featuring torch-cut patinated brass box frame that holds a single bulb. Its top offers sculptural segments mimicking ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Brushed Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

French Modern Pendant, 1960s, Textured Glass and Gilt Brass
Located in Vienna, AT
Fine French modernist ceiling light from the 1960s attributed to Maison Arlus. Minimalist gilt brass hardware with a thick and heavily t...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass, Steel

Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Brushed Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Large Pendant Gold Chrome Gold Metal with Extra Large Opal Glass Globe
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Mid-Century Modern metal crome chandelier, pendant or lantern with extra large globe in opal glass, Italy, 1950s or 1960s This beautiful lamp is v...
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1950s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Brass Candle Holders by Torben Ørskov of Copenhagen
Located in Søborg, DK
A set of 4 Mid-Century Modern brass candle holders designed by world famous architect Max Bruel for Torben Ørskov of Copenhagen. Measures: ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

French Modern Rattan Bell Pendant Lamp / Lantern, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern bamboo and rattan bell shaped pendant or lantern accented by Oriental Details, France, 1960s. This handcrafted ceiling lamp features a bamboo bell shaped shade wi...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Medium White Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Bronze, Diamantes Atzompa
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

1950's Italian Etched Starburst Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Ornate brass frame lantern chandelier with five etched starburst glass panels, and three candelabra sockets, .Made in .Italy, c. 1950's-60's One brass...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Wall Sconces Brass Golden Leves, Midcentury 'Lot of Two'
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Wall sconces brass golden leves, midcentury (Lot of Two).  Brass and brass sheet *They are light pieces, little heavy. Brass and brass sheet (there...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Model L102/32 Candle Light by Hans Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This beautiful and decorative candleholder, model L102/32, was designed by Hans Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd. It has a mouth-blown glass shade and a brass base. All in a good conditio...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass Diamantes Atzompa
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natura Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Metal Pendant Light with Cubical Design Glass Shades
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and perfect design, Italian Murano Glass chandelier. This probably unique and truly geometrical, five-light pendant is entirely made of shiny chrome metal and it comes with al...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Metal, Chrome

Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Murano Amber Glass Ovoid Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modern pendant in the manner of Fontana Arte in Italy, circa 1960. It features a cylindrical body with a contracting conical top threaded with chain that co...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Chrome

Murano Midcentury Modern Teka and Brass and Glass Chandelier and Pendant 50s
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Italian mid century design lamp Made with Murano glass, wood and brass This lantern or lamp ideal for small spaces It has a very avant-garde design It is in perfect condition an...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Pair of Rattan Pagoda Pendant Lights or Lanterns, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of rattan suspension lamps / lanterns with oriental inspired design. France, 1960s Eye-catching pair of rattan pagoda shaped rattan pendants. Entirely made by hand. Beautifully ...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Cane, Rattan, Wicker

Small White Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Spanish Rattan Pendant Light / Lantern with Balls Accents
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Mid-Century Modernist bell pendant lamp / lantern, woven wicker, rattan, 1960s This eye-catching suspension lamp features a handwoven wicker and rattan bell shaped shade wit...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Wire

Mid-century Modern lanterns for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern lanterns for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lanterns created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern lanterns made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lanterns, popular names associated with this style include L'Aviva Home, Glashütte Limburg, Venini, and Siemon & Salazar. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lanterns differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $95 and tops out at $50,300 while the average work can sell for $2,247.

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