Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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 legendary 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.
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 Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass wall light designed and produced in Italy, 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 13” H x 3.5” W x 9” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 2” H x 1.5” W x .50” D
Bulb Sp...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful ceiling light with hand-decorated shade in opaline glass and chrome metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good ...
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1950s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, black-lacquered metal and opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 13.75” H x 4” W x 7” D
Back Plate Dimensio...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century, Teak Wall Lamp with Articulating Arm and Yellow Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Rupprecht Skrip style, teak wall lamp with matching triangular mount and articulating arm. An adjustable and functional lamp with yellow fabric shade and white button sw...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Linen, Teak
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, green-lacquered metal and etched glass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.75” H x 4.75” W x 6” D
Back Plate Dimension...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
1 of 6 Opal Wall Lights by Doria Leuchten, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Wonderful hand blown Doria wall lamps. Manufactured in the 1960s. With a beautiful shell of opal glass, and a small brass base.
The stylish elegance of this lamp suits many environme...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Carlo Scarpa design for Venini Poliedri sconces amber clear blown glass
By Carlo Scarpa, Venini
Located in London, GB
Pair of Scarpa Venini Poliedri wall lights, clear and amber color Poliedri glass components on white lacquered structure ca.1960
All glass components are in very good condition.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Austrian Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Austria, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and yellow and green fabric band wall light designed and produced in Austria, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 7” H x 4.75” W x 10.75” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Glass and Brass Light Fixtures Designed by J.T Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
A stunning pair of light fixtures designed by J.T Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria in the 1960s.
High-end and handmade design from the 20th century. The large squares ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
1 of 6 Striped Clear White Glass Wall Lights by Gangkofner for Peill, Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
Six beautiful mid-20th century wall lights by Gangkofner, made for Peill. Made around 1970 in Germany, Europe. Featuring a large clear white glass shade with stripes along the length...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
French-Italian Design Pablo Romo Black Metal Wall Sconce Pair
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Pair of modern wall sconces Mid-Century Modern French-Italian inspired.
PR50 wall sconce designed by Pablo Romo for AMBIANIC
New production in Metal and Steel with a Black Satin fi...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Steel
Pair of Mid Century Modern Thick Venini Style Murano Wall Sconces for Casella
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Special pair of thick walled crushed ice style wall sconces attributed to Venini and sold by Casella Lighting. Beautiful hand blown with double porcelain sockets with a soft curve to...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Ignazio Gardella, LP7 Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1955
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass "LP7" wall light designed by Ignazio Gardella and produced by Azucena, Italy, c. 1955.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 13.5” H x 10” W x 17” D
Back Plate Dimensions (...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Austrian Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Metal, Austria, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and cream-lacquered metal wall light designed and produced in Austria, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.5” H x 10.75” W x 6.25” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): ...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Wall lights by Royal Lumière
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Wall lights Royal Lumière
From1950
Diameter: 50 cm.
Depth : 16 cm.
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, metal and opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 9” H x 3” W x 5” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 2.75” H ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal
Large Contemporary Pair of Brass and Pink Gold Leaf Murano Glass Sconces, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Large tall Pair of Contemporary pink Murano glass with gold leaf and brass wall lights lightning lamps sconces. Contemporary work from a small artisanal italian design workshop. In t...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Several Wall Lights in Glazed Ceramic Style Mixed, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
We have a whole range of mid-century West-Germany wall lights all in (almost) the same shape.
They are from around 1970 and typical for West-Germany ceramics during that time.
They ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Attributed to Stilnovo, Pair of Acrylic and Brass Wall Appliques, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Pair of 1950s wall appliques, believed to be by Stilnovo, Italy.
Each comprises an opaque white acrylic shade of attractive waisted form which diffuses the light from two bulbs on a...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Several Carl Fagerlund Glass Leaves Chrome Wall Lights by Orrefors, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
This beautiful wall light with three glass shades and chrome base was produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl Fagerlund. Beautifully carved clear fr...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Chrome
Italian 1970s Banci Firenze Sconce Murano Glass and Golden Metal
Located in Firenze, FI
Wall lamp produced around 1970s by Banci (Florence), a renowned Italian company. The sconce features a charming and detailed design, the main body is made of gold-tone metal with bra...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Large wall lamp model 2061 by Gaetano Scolari for Stilnovo 1954
Located in Renens, CH
Large adjustable wall lamp model 2061 by Gaetano Scolari for Stilnovo 1954.
Brass structure composed of a telescopic arm and a pulley system with a counterweight which allows to adj...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Pia Guidetti Crippa Attrib.Pair of Blue Metal Wall Lamps, Italy 1960s
Located in Naples, IT
Pair of round-shaped wall lamps in dark blue painted metal and frosted glass, designer Pia Guidetti Crippa, 1960.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce "SP14" Spotlights, Italy 1960s
Located in Naples, IT
"SP14" ceiling lamps designed by Gino Sarfatti for Artluce. Available 5 in chrome-plated metal
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Single Mid-Century Modern Italian Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant modern scone from Mid-Century, Italy. Blown glass, perforated steel and brass materials. (One) candelabra E14 based socket per sconce. Ready for ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
A pair of J.T. Kalmar Leaf Sconces, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of J.T. Kalmar leaf sconces. Chrome center with two panels of glass surrounding both sides. White back plate.
Thick glass with opaque lines in leaf pattern.
Minimalistic desi...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Wave Ceiling Lamp from Peill & Putzler Clear glass
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Discover the charm of the 70s with the Peill & Putzler Wave lamp, carefully designed by the renowned team Koch & Lowy. This lamp, an icon of vintage design, brings a unique atmospher...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
J.T. Kalmer Frosted Glass wall lamp 1960s Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Thick frosted Glass Wall lamp . Two small E14 bulbs
needed . very good condition .
Manufactured by J.T. Kalmer Austria .1960s
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
A Pair of 'Montparnasse' Sconces by Sergio Asti for Candle
By Candle, Sergio Asti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Montparnasse' Sconces by Sergio Asti for Candle. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa the 1970s. Double-breasted white acrylic shields form these minimal sconces. Each sconce h...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
One of Three Venini Style Murano Glass and Brass Sconces, Italy
By Venini
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the three Murano glass wall sconces featuring five crystal clear glass "triete" prism-rods, with brass details and back plate. Illuminates beautifully. High-end pieces.
Clean...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1 of 3 Pairs Large Brass Gold Murano Glass Wall Lights by Paolo Venini for VeArt
By Paolo Venini, VeArt
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the three pairs of light fixtures by Paolo Venini for VeArt, Italy, 1960s. Brass hardware. Several star shaped clear resembles flowers. The fixture illuminates beautifully on ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Vintage Midcentury Wall Lights Sconces, 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Lovely pair of mid century glass and brass sconces,
France, 1950s.
Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US E26)
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Dieter Waeckerlin Clamp Spots
Located in Dronten, NL
Pair of minimalistic and elegant clamp-on shelf lamps.
Fully adjustable shade with gold anodized on / off switch on top.
Made by Swiss Lamps International in the 1960s in Switzerland...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
1 of the 3 Pairs of Pagoda Brass and Glass Sconces Wall Lights by Kalmar, Vienna
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Mid Century Modern vintage glass brass pair of Pagoda sconces by Kalmar, circa 1969, Austria Vienna.
Each sconce shows ten exceptional pagoda shaped glasses mounted on a brass frame...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair Citrus Swirl Clear Glass Wall Lights or Sconces from J.T. Kalmar, 1969
Located in Rijssen, NL
Kalmar swirl sconces wall lights with clear citrus shaped glass, designed and manufactured in Austria, Europe by J.T. Kalmar/Kalmar Lighting in around 1969. Beautiful, thick textured...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
1 of the 2 Red and Brown Ceramic Wall Lights by Hustadt Keramik, Germany, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Red, brown and white ceramic wall lights in Fat Lava style. Manufactured by Hustadt Leuchten Keramik, Germany in the 1970s.
The style of the glaze is called 'Fat Lava'. Which means ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Sconces "Lantern" in Bamboo and Rattan Louis Sognot Style, Italy, 1960s
By Louis Sognot
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of sconces "Lantern" wall lamps in rattan and bamboo, in the style of Louis Sognot.
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
A wonderful example of midcentury craftsmanship, where bamb...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
1 of the 3 Pairs of Glass Leaf Wall Scones by Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful set of high end wall lights with a glass shade and brass frame. The light fixtures are produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl Fagerlund...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Vintage pink murano wall lamp Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Introducing the charming pink Murano glass sconce, a timeless piece crafted in Italy during the 1970s. Despite its vintage, this sconce is impeccably preserved, exhibiting no cracks ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Murano Glass
Swedish mid-century modern ceramic appliques 6010 Gunnar Nylund for Ifö, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Swedish mid-century modern ceramic appliques 6010 Gunnar Nylund for Ifö, 1960s
Set of three wall lamps mod. 6010 with round base. The structure is in ceramic, the colors are blue, ye...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
Serge Mouille - Spider Sconce with 5 Arms in Black - IN STOCK!
Located in Stratford, CT
A larger sconce with two identical long arms and three shorter arms of varying lengths, this lamp can illuminate a large area of a wall or room. Each lamp head rotates and tilts.
Br...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
1 of the 3 Venini Style Triedroglass Tree Tears Clear Gold Glass Brass Sconces
By Venini
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful tree tear-shaped glass wall sconces featuring eight long crystal clear glass "triete" prism-rods, with brass details and back plate. Illuminates beautifully. High-end piece...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Serge Mouille - Antony Sconce in White - IN STOCK!
Located in Stratford, CT
This sconce incorporates the "moule" or mussel shell shade, simple and natural in design. The shade is connected by a brass swivel and supported on a bent, rotating arm attached to t...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Several J. T. Kalmar Wall Lamps, Model Karlstein, Vienna, circa 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful wall lamps by J. T. Kalmar, model: Karlstein, Vienna, circa 1960. With relief-like crystal glass (dispersion glass). With a brass plated back plate. Illuminates beautifully...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1 of the 3 Pairs Handmade Brass and Glass Wall Lights or Sconces by J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Large amount of wall lights by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1960. The wall lights are handmade and high end. Each wall light has a half round wave textured gla...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Stilux Acrylic and Brass Two Lights Wall Lamp, Italy 1960s
By Stilux
Located in Naples, IT
Ivory acrylic and brass wall lamp with two adjustable lights, Stilux 1960s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
1 of the 4 of Iron and Bubble Glass Sconces Wall Lamps by Limburg Germany, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the four beautiful and unique hand blown glass wall lights. Manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in Germany during the 1960s, (late 1960s or early 1970s).
Beautiful craftsmanshi...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Brass and Beveled Glass Hexagonal Sconce or Ceiling Lamp Fontana Arte Italy 1950
By Fontana Arte
Located in Roma, IT
Magnificent wall or ceiling lamp made in bevelled glass and solid brass. This amazing and rare piece was made in Italy during the 1950s and is attributed to Fontana Arte.
This vers...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Crystal, Brass
German Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount Sconce, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful vintage amber and clear bubble glass flushmount.
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: E27 (US E26).
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Bag Turgi Yellow Metal and Plexiglass Wall Lamp, Italy 1950s
By BAG Turgi
Located in Naples, IT
Beautiful and rare outdoor wall sconce from Swiss manufacturer BAG Turgi.
Produced in the 1950s, this modernist design is made of yellow lacquered metal.
The Swiss company BAG Turgi ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of Italian Chrome Arm Wall Lights
By Venini
Located in London, GB
Contemporary Art Deco inspired Italian wall lights in the style of ‘Venini’.
Each light comprises of a circle of slim Murano glass rods capped top and bottom by round brass plates...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson "V-149" Set of 3 Wall Sconces for AB Markaryd, Sweden 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
While Hans-Agne Jakobsson designed and produced various types of furniture, his lighting received greater international attention, not without a good reason. As these “V-149” wall sc...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Black Bauhaus Sconce Double Wall Light by Linder Germany, 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
A Midcentury Modern double socket wall lamp/sconce dating back to the 1950s, designed by Wilhelm Wagenfeld. Made of porcelain with a glossy black glaze accentuated by two white opali...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Austrian Vintage Sculptural Murano Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount Sconce
Located in Berlin, DE
Organic white and clear blown Murano glass flush mount witch brass or chrome fittings.
Austria, 1970s.
Lamp sockets: 2 E27 (US: E26)
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Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal, Chrome
Audoux-Minet Pair of Two Lights Rope Sconces, France, 1950
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice original Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet pair of rope wall sconces, France, 1950.
2 lights per wall lamp
Original B22 socket with switch on each
Dimensions with Lampshade:
Depth 1...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Rope
Jacques Biny Wall Light, 1950
By Jacques Biny
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant, petite Jacques Biny wall light, in brass with wonderful egg shell enameled shade, original back plate with individual light switch, mounted on ball joint for full shade rota...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Christophe Gevers Original Vintage GE20 Brass Wall Sconce, circa 1975, Belgium.
Located in Brussels, BE
Original vintage Christophe Gevers GE20 wall sconces, circa 1975, Belgium.
Edited by Light.
Polished brass.
Two E14 bulbs.
Dimensions: 18 cm H, 38 cm W, 8 cm D.
Good original conditi...
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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
'Riga' Wall Sconce by Paolo Zani for Fontana Arte, 1995
By Fontana Arte, Paolo Zani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 'Riga' Wall Sconce designed by Paolo Zani for iconic Italian manufacturer Fontana Arte, 1995. The Riga wall lamp has a thin, straight metal frame that curves and includes a ...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Mid-century Modern wall lights and sconces for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern wall lights and sconces 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 wall lights and sconces created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, mirrors, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern wall lights and sconces made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall lights and sconces, popular names associated with this style include J.T. Kalmar, Glashütte Limburg, Kalmar Lighting, and Serge Mouille. 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 wall lights and sconces differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $65 and tops out at $119,007 while the average work can sell for $1,956.
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