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Style: Machine Age
Walter Von Nessen style Midcentury Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A brass and black metal table lamp; possibly by Walter Von Nessen. USA, circa 1940. Rewired with new sockets and French black silk twisted cord. Takes one standard US bulb, 75 watts...
Category

1940s American Vintage Machine Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Cork and Chrome Machine Age Lamp Attributed to Russel Wright
Located in Philadelphia, PA
1930s cork and chrome table lamp attributed to Russel Wright. Asymmetrical cork and chrome base that was used by both Russel Wright and Donald Deskey. Shade still retains the origin...
Category

1930s American Vintage Machine Age Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Industrial Machine Age Gear Table Lamps
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Lustrous pair of industrial machine age gear or cogwheel table lamps. Large mechanical gear parts having teeth on the main shaft and bottom edge converted to table lamps. These lamps...
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20th Century American Machine Age Lighting

Materials

Steel

Antique Brass Artillery Double Shell Trench Art Table Lamp on Black Marble Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trench Art lamp fashioned from two stacked brass and chrome high caliber artillery shells mounted to a black marble base (ca. 1918, USA). Rich patina ...
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1910s American Vintage Machine Age Lighting

Materials

Marble, Brass, Chrome

Pair of Machine Age Cast Aluminum Lamps
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of solid cast aluminum lamps.
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1970s North American Vintage Machine Age Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Machine Age / Functionalism Chandelier, 1930s, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
6-Flamming nickel-plated chandelier made in 1930s. Restored: nickel with minor age patina polished. Glass in perfect condition. Rewired: two separate circuits - 3xE12-E14 + 3xE25 bul...
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1930s Czech Vintage Machine Age Lighting

Materials

Nickel

Midcentury Green Enamel Brass Swivel Table Lamp with Large Saucer Shade
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Midcentury green enamel brass swivel table lamp with large 13" saucer shade. Measures 22" wide x 13" deep x 15" tall.
Category

1940s American Vintage Machine Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

Machine Age lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Machine Age lighting 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 lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Machine Age lighting made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Early Electrics Design Studio, Nessen Studio, GMD Berlin, and Kurt Versen. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $350 and tops out at $12,000 while the average work can sell for $1,700.

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