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 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
Scandinavian Functionalist Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
This wonderful and rare flush mount ceiling light is a standout example of the Nordic Functionalism from the 1930s, a design movement that sought to merge beautiful craftsmanship wit...
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1950s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Midcentury Italian Amber Murano Wall Sconces by Mazzega, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Marvelous and unique Pair of Italian murano glass Wall Sconces from 1970s. These fixtures were designed and munufactured during the 1970s in Italy by Mazzega.
Each sconce is equippe...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Sculptural Murano Style Wall Sconces, Brass & Ribbed Curved Glass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking pair of wall sconces in the style of Murano, featuring sculptural curved glass panels with a ribbed, textured surface and rich amber-gold tint. Each sconce is mounted on a...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Stunning Pair of Brass and Murano Glass Shell Sconces, Italy, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Incredible mid century Murano glass Shell wall sconce with brass fixture. This wonderful piece was designed in Italy during the 1980s.
A stunning light that will become the focal poi...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus White Sconce Double Wall Light, Linder Germany, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A Midcentury Modern double socket wall lamp/sconce dating back to the 1950s, designed by Wilhelm Wagenfeld. Its form resembles a zeppelin or cigar, crafted from porcelain with a white glaze and topped with two white opaline glass shades. Executed by Linder Wandleuchten in Germany, this piece offers two E14 light sources and is preserved in very good condition. The lamp has a built-in switch, but it can be easily removed if you prefer to use it without. It has been rewired for modern use. Ideal for various settings, it is especially well-suited for bathrooms or as a vanity mirror light.
Equipped with two E14 light sockets, it will be delivered with discreet, invisible adapters, ensuring effortless compatibility and hassle-free use worldwide and complies with the standards commonly used in different regions (USA, EU, etc.). Dimensions: Height: 3",Width: 10",Depth: 3.5"
Wilhelm Wagenfeld was a renowned German designer recognized for his significant contributions to the field of industrial design. Born in 1900 in Bremen, Germany, he was particularly acclaimed for his works in the Bauhaus style and later contributions to modern design. His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Opaline Glass Brass Vintage Cast Iron Double Sconces Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Double vintage brass and cast iron sconce wall lamp
Brass top with opaline glass
Diameter cast iron wall piece 10.5 cm / 4”.
2 holes to secure.
Weight: 2.50 kg / 5.5 lb
Priced pe...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts
By WILA
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp.
Metal base with clear glass.
1960-1970
2x E27 / E26
Weight: 3.00 kg / 6.6 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by in...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$435 / item
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus Yellow Sconce Double Wall Light, Linder Germany, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A Midcentury Modern double socket wall lamp/sconce dating back to the 1950s, designed by Wilhelm Wagenfeld. Its form resembles a zeppelin or cigar, crafted from porcelain with a light yellow pastel yellow glaze and topped with two white opaline glass shades. Executed by Linder Wandleuchten in Germany, this piece offers two E14 light sources and is preserved in very good condition. The lamp has a built-in switch, but it can be easily removed if you prefer to use it without. It has been rewired for modern use. Ideal for various settings, it is especially well-suited for bathrooms or as a vanity mirror light.
Equipped with two E14 light sockets, it will be delivered with discreet, invisible adapters, ensuring effortless compatibility and hassle-free use worldwide and complies with the standards commonly used in different regions (USA, EU, etc.). Dimensions: Height: 3",Width: 10",Depth: 3.5"
Wilhelm Wagenfeld was a renowned German designer recognized for his significant contributions to the field of industrial design. Born in 1900 in Bremen, Germany, he was particularly acclaimed for his works in the Bauhaus style and later contributions to modern design. His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Large Impressive Franco Luce Murano Glass and Brass Wall Sconce, circa 1970s
By Franco Luce
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
An amazing Italian four-light clear / white striped Murano glass and gold - plated brass wall sconce by Franco Luce for Seguso, circa 1970s.
Socket: 4 x e14
The condition is excellent.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Barovier Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconces, Italy 1940s
By Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous Art Deco Murano Sconces by Ercole Barovier. These bellflower shaped sconces were produced in Italy during the late 1940s.
All in fabulous condition with no chips or crack...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Clear Mat Glass Sconces Flush Mounts
By WILA
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp.
Metal base with clear and mat glass.
1960-1970
Weight: 3.00 kg / 6.6 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by internat...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Two 1990s Barovier Style Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass and Brass Wall Sconces
By Barovier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This set of two wall sconces is a stunning example of Barovier-style Mid-Century Modern design from the 1990s. Strongly inspired by the iconic Murano glass traditions, particularly r...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1970s Motoko Ishii Opaline Glass Double Sconces for Staff Leuchten
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of 1970s Motoko Ishii Opaline Glass Double Sconces for Staff Leuchten.
Executed in brass-plated metal and delicate blown opaline glass that reveals a soft pearlescent sheen whe...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Midcentury German Vintage Amber Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful sculptural amber bubble glass flushmount.
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US E26).
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Midcentury Blown Glass Wall Lamp by Doria, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This striking Mid-Century wall lamp was designed and produced by Doria Leuchten in Germany during the 1960s. The lamp features a beautifully hand-blown glass shade with characteristi...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$1,181 / set
Up and Down Interior Rattan Wall Lamp
Located in Oxford, GB
Experience elegance and modern vibes with our Up and Down Interior Rattan Wall Lamp. Handcrafted with pencil reed rattan, this cone-shaped lamp features a vertical design and a gold ...
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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Rattan
$473 / item
Kaiser Leuchten murano ice frost glass wall lighting , 1970s
Located in La xara, VC
Beautiful pair of rounded Murano glass wall sconces with chrome brackets by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970s. High quality and in very good condition. Clean, well wired. Each li...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
$243 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Paolo Venini Venini wall lighting Glass murano with métal structure, Italie 1960
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in La xara, VC
Large Venini wall lighting Murano glass ! Very rare model original first periode of Paolo Venini Design . Pièce iconique of the work of venini Maker . Pièce of Art Glass of Murano 19...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$897 Sale Price / item
36% Off
Italian Brass and Black Lacquered Steel Appliques with Opaline Glass, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
This pair of wall sconces exemplifies mid-century Italian design, crafted in the 1950s. Each sconce features a curved arm in brass with a natural aged patina, complemented by a base ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Stunning Midcentury Pair of Blue "Rugiodoso" Leaf Sconces by Barovier and Toso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Incredible mid century Murano crystal glass leaf wall sconce with brass fixture. This wonderful piece was designed in Italy by Barovier & Toso during the 1950s.
Each sconce is outsta...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of Glass Wall Lights by Sergio Mazza for Artemide, 1960s, Italy
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Bring a refined touch of Italian modernism to your space with this pair of wall lights designed by Sergio Mazza for Artemide in the 1960s. Characterized by their iconic double glass ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Italian 1950s Brass Wall Sconces with Spherical Opaline Glass Shades
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of wall sconces designed and manufactured in Italy during the 1950s. The structure includes a vertical brass backplate with an integrated rod, a U-shaped brass arm, and a black ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Stunning Midcentury Pair of Clear "Rugiodoso" Leaf Sconces by Barovier and Toso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Incredible mid century Murano crystal glass leaf wall sconce with brass fixture. This wonderful piece was designed in Italy by Barovier & Toso during the 1950s.
Each sconce is outsta...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
1950s Black Bed Reading / Wall Lights Sconces 'Model 8260' By Falkenberg Sweden.
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful pair tubular reading lamps / wall lights 'model 8260' in hammered black combined with brass made by Falkenberg Belysning Sweden.
These lamps can be hardwired but also used ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Italian 1950s Brass Wall Sconces with Opaline Glass Shades
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of wall sconces produced in Italy during the 1950s. Each sconce is composed of a vertically oriented brass backplate, a curved brass arm with a black lacquered metal socket hold...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Italian 1950s Brass and Blue Opaline Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of wall-mounted sconces designed and produced in Italy in the 1950s. Each fixture consists of a circular brass backplate, a straight brass arm, and a vertical stem that secures ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Wear consistent with age and use
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 7.5"H x 8.75"W x 4.5"D
Back Plate Dimensions (I...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood, Pine
Pair Sconces Gold-Plated Base, Glashütte Limburg Hollywood Regency Style 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Petite pair of sconces or wall lamps with crystal glass and metal edge gold plated oval 1960s.
Manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in an elegant design. Marked with the original label....
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Large Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful vintage hand made blown glass flushmount.
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: E27 (US E26).
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Kinkeldey Pair Wall Lighting Glass Cut with Brass Structure XL, Austria, 1970
By Kinkeldey
Located in La xara, VC
Austria pair wall lighting cut glass. The design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the Austrian design.
discount shipping to USA * shipping option private quo...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
$795 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Barovier Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconces, Italy 1940s
By Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous pair of Art Deco Murano Sconces by Ercole Barovier. These bellflower shaped sconces were produced in Italy during the late 1940s.
Al...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian modern sconces. A pair of Mid-century modern Pine wood wall lights
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A pair of vintage mid-century modern Swedish wall lights or sconces made from Pine wood. Made by Stig Sandqvist in the 1970s with a very simple yet equally fantastic design. At the f...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Pine
Tereque Brass Wall Sconce in Mid-Century Modern Style
Located in İstiklal, TR
TEREQUE brass wall sconce is a striking embodiment of mid-century modern elegance, crafted entirely by hand to celebrate both form and function. At its core lies a sleek conic brass ...
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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Ardium Shell Mid Century Style Brass Casting Wall Sconce
Located in İstiklal, TR
ARDIUM Large Brass Wall Sconce, a striking and elegant lighting fixture designed to make a bold statement in any space. Crafted from heavy brass, this larger version features a G9 socket suitable for LED bulbs, offering both energy efficiency and long-lasting illumination.
Ardium shell-shaped form adds a unique, nature-inspired aesthetic that enhances the décor of your home, making it an eye-catching piece. This versatile semi-flush wall sconce...
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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Set of 3 Elegant & Bold Murano Corridor Wall Sconces with pink glass prisms
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Bromma, SE
Set of three Murano Wall Lamps consisting of 17 handmade crystal prisms in pink colored murano glass. Lamp structure of metal with fittings painted in a light brown, bronzy tone. Gla...
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Diabolo Adjustable Wall Lights, Brass, Ivory, Baby Blue Lacquer, Stilnovo Style
By Stilnovo
Located in Bochum, NRW
Pair of Italian Adjustable Diabolo Wall Lights, in the style of Stilnovo.
Ivory and Baby Blue lacquered shades, each with two lights.
Polished brass
Height 26 cm.
E12, or E14 sockets...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal
Pair of vintage Murano wall sconce – multicolor quadriedri -Mariangela model
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 16 Murano crystal prism (quadriedri) for each applique in a chrome metal frame. The shape of this sconce is spiral. The glasses a...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Art Glass
Large Pair of Italian Brass Wall Sconces with Conical Opaline Glass Shades, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Produced in Italy during the 1950s, this large pair of wall‑mounted lights centres on a circular brass backplate—10 cm (3.94 in) in diameter—from which a bent brass arm descends in a...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Oxidation present to brass
Wear consistent with age and use
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 12.5"H x ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Foglio brass sconce by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, Early first edition, 1960s
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
An iconic Foglio wall sconce designed by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, crafted in Italy in 1967. Expertly and professionally polished, the brass exteriors ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Wall Lighting by Mazzega Glass Murano pair, Italy, 1970
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional mazzega wall lighting set of 2 large bicolore glass Murano with structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the italian Design.
This un...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
$589 Sale Price / set
49% Off
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of birch and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 12.5"H x 5.125"W x 6.625"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 5.0"...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Pair of Large Ginkgo Leave Brass Wall Lights, Organic Shape, Tommaso Barbi Style
Located in Bochum, NRW
Amazing pair of wall lights made of two overlapping brass leaves of ginkgo. Organic shape, this wall light could make an eye catcher of your interior. Entirely hand made, this piece ...
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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.5"H x 6"W x 8"D
Bulb Specifications: E-26 (Standard)
Bulbs are not i...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Italian 2-Branch Pink Murano Glass Tulip Flower Gold Brass Sconce
Located in New York, NY
A celebration of floral grace and Italian craftsmanship, this exquisite wall light transforms lighting into a sculptural experience. Inspired by mid-century modern design and the ele...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
'ZuZu' Polished Brass Wall Sconce in the Style of Jacques Biny
By Jacques Biny
Located in Glendale, CA
'ZuZu' Polished Brass Wall Sconce in the Style of Jacques Biny
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed wall sconce reminiscent of the iconic work of French lighting designer Jacqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
French Ceramic Hands Sconces White White Fogged Globe Le Trefle Midcentury
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 1 light each. These will be rewired with certified UL US sockets for the USA and appropriate sockets for the rest of the world. Original white ceramic hands with white fogge...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
Pair of Vintage Italian Murano wall lights in the manner of Mazzega - transparent
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Pair of Vintage Italian Murano appliques in the manner of Mazzega . Wall lights have 10 transparent lattimo glass petals (for each applique) in a chrome frame.
Period: late 20th cent...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Art Glass
Fontana Arte Italian Midcentury Metal Glass Sconces Wall Lamps 1960s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design sconces wall lamps or ceiling lamps ‘1940" model produced by Fontana Arte with varnished metal, chrome-plated brass, moulded glass, 1950s Italy produ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Italian Midcentury Pair of Clear Murano Ice-Glass Wall Sconces, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
New old stock and Italian Pair of Murano glass Wall Sconces. These fixtures were designed and manufactured during the 1970 in Murano, Italy.
They have never used, the condition is E...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Murano Glass wall lighting by Vetri 40cm pair, Italy, late 1980s
By Vetri
Located in La xara, VC
Murano Glass wall lighting by VM-Vetri, Italy, Late 1970s
These are white Murano glass ceiling or wall lights with a white painted metal bracket, from the production of VM 'Vetri M...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
$708 Sale Price / set
49% Off
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, teak and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.875"H x 4.875"W x 7.375"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inche...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
'ZuZu' White Painted Brass Wall Sconce in the Style of Jacques Biny
By Jacques Biny
Located in Glendale, CA
'ZuZu' White Painted Brass Wall Sconce in the Style of Jacques Biny
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed wall sconce reminiscent of the iconic work of French lighting designer ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Exceptional Three-Armed Diabolo Sconce or Ceiling Fixture by BAG Turgi 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, elegant and highly decorative three-armed and six-flamed Mid-Century Modern sconce / wall lamp or ceiling fixture with adjustable diabolo lamp shades. The fixture can...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Pair of Bollicine Cups Sconces, 3 Pairs Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with clear Murano glass cups hand blown with bubbles inside the glass using Bollicine technique and small glass finials, mounted on brass frames / Made in...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of ‘Bellflower’ Wall Sconces by Seguso Vetri d’Arte Murano, Italy, 1938
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
An exceptional and rare pair of wall sconces designed by Seguso Vetri d’Arte under the artistic direction of Archimede Seguso in Venice, circa 1938.
These sculptural lights take the ...
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1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Wall Light, 1950s.
By Lyfa
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Wall Light, 1950s.
Beautiful and rare Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern wall lamp made by Lyfa Denmark in the 1950s.
Made from stained oak and has its original ple...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Oak
PAIR Murano Sconces Rostrato Glass
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This pair was designed and manufactured in Italy in the style of Barovier who invented this type of glass called Rostrato. This particular glass is characterized by large reflecting ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$2,400 / set
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of elegant Italian wall sconces, designed and produced in the 1950s, reflecting a sophisticated Mid-Century Modern aesthetic. Each sconce is crafted with a slim black enameled i...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal, Brass
Banci Firenze Gilded Iron Flower Italian Sconce or Ceiling Light, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous flower shaped sconce or flush mount ceiling light in gilded iron. This incredibly charming and unique piece was produced by Banci Firenze in Italy during the 1970s.
In fab...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
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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