Mid-Century Modern Lighting
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
Creator: J.T. Kalmar
Lovely Violet Pendant Lamp for J.T. Kalmar in Murano Glass by Carlo Nason, 1970s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This set of pendant lamps was designed by Carlo Nason for Kalmar in the 1960s. It features Mazzega Murano glass leafs.
The lamp is executed with...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century J.T. Kalmar Modernist Glass Tube Brass Pendant Lamp, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful pendant lamp from the 1950s, produced by J.T. Kalmar Vienna. Brass hardware with a tube made of yellow/amber textured glass. In very g...
Category
20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Large Chandelier with Textured Glass by Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with nine arms and textured glass shades, fitted with E14 socktes. Made in Austria in the 1950s J. T. Kalmar Vienna.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 Sische Glass and Brass Chandelier, 1960s Modernist Design, Kalmar Sty
Located in Rijssen, NL
This ceiling light was designed by Simon and Schelle, featuring a rectangular brass base and eight massive glasses in the shape of a four lobed flower.
Dimensions:
Height 15.75 (40c...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Kalmar glass Sconces, Vienna Austria, 1970
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of Kalmar glass sconces 1970s Vienna Austria, Chrome frame with chrome finials holding Three individual pieces of clear glass .
Rewired for the US.
Four candelabra light sockets.
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Chrome
One of Five Kalmar Ice Glass Chandeliers Pendant Lights, Cast Glass Brass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of five beautiful ice glass pendant light fixtures by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). Each lamp is made of 12 cast ice glass ...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Chrome, Brass, Nickel
Ice Glass Wall Lamp by J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Very nice ice glass wall lamp from the 1960s.
Very pleasant lighting effect through the ice glass which spreads an elegantly sparkling light game in the room.
Great design and high -...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
One of the Two Exceptional Large Kalmar 'Tulipan' Light Fixtures, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
one of the two exceptional 'Tulipan" by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in 20th century, circa 1970, (late 1960s-early 1970s). With beautiful Murano Tulipan shaped blown b...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Large Kalmar Floor Lamps 'Glasschaft' no. 2134, Glass Rod Brass, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Venini
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of fantastic and rare floor lamps model 'Glasschaft' (engl. 'glass rod'), no. 2134 by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960.
The base is made of polished brass and the stand is made of a twisted clear glass rod which was produced in Italy, very likely from Venini.
Each light has four sockets for medium screw base bulbs type E26/E27. In detail there are three bulbs with max. 60W per bulb and one bulb upwards directed within an aluminium reflector with max. 200W for indirect lighting. These bulbs can be switched on separately with two pull switches. The light works well with LED or filament bulbs.
The lamp shades have been renewed and are covered with a natural white textile. Other colors, sizes and forms of the lamp shades can be customized.
About Kalmar:
Founded in Vienna by Julius August Kalmar in 1881, Kalmar first specialized in the production of handcrafted objects of cast bronze.
After the turn of the century, Julius Theodor Kalmar...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
J.T Kalmar & A. Pöll Floor Lamp Model 2076 / Dornstab by J.T Kalmar in Vienna
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare floor lamp model 2076 / dornstab designed by J.T Kalmar & A. Pöll. Produced by J.T Kalmar in Vienna, Austria.
Category
1940s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Brass & Murano Glass Petal Sconce Wall Light, Vienna, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful, high-quality Mid-Century Modern wall lamp from the 1970s, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria. The base is made of brass with a folded and curved petal shaped s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Tulipan Ceiling Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Tulipan chandelier from the 1960s.
The 41 beautifully shaped Murano glass elements create an impressive, sparkling play of light.
Exceptionally high-quality workmanship.
Ve...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Smoked Glass Wall Lamps by J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Stunning smoked glass wall lamps from the 1960s.
Fantastic design and very high quality workmanship.
The multicolored and structured glass creates a spectacular play of light
Design...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$7,665 / set
Pair of Large J.T. Kalmar "Palazzo" Wall Sconces, Vienna, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Pair of large gilt brass and Murano glass wall sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, 1960s.
Socket: Each 3 x e14 (for standard screw bulbs).
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Abalone, Glass
Kalmar Flush Mount Light, Organic Textured Murano Glass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large flush mount light by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
An organically shaped piece of clear and white textured Murano glas...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Two Kalmar 'Blatt' Pendant Lights Chandeliers, Textured Glass Nickel, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two light Mid-Century Modern fixtures model 'Blatt' (Blatt is the German word for leaf) by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
27 disc shaped...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Large Custom-made Pendant Light Chandelier J.T. Kalmar, Copper Plexiglass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An extra large and custom-made Mid-Century Modern pendant light fixture by Austrian lighting maker J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in 1977.
The original invoice from Kalmar from 1977 is av...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Copper
Pair of Kalmar Sputnik Sconces Wall Lights 'RS 3 WA', Aluminum Glass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of large and rare J.T. Kalmar wall lights manufactured in Austria in midcentury, circa 1970 (end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s).
There are five pairs available. Excellent c...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Nickel
Kalmar Ice Glass Wall Sconces 3 Tiers by J.T. Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant modern ice glass and brass wall lights / sconces, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1970s.
Lovely design, executed to a very high standard. Each wall ...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
J.T. Kalmar 2x Dornstab Adjustable Floor Lamp, Brass, Walnut, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to two beautiful "Dornstab" floor lamps, we offer a matching one in our other listing. Designed and executed by J.T. Kalmar Vienna Austria. The conical lampshade is adjustable to ...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Ice Glass Granada Cascading Chandelier By Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful chandelier made of nickel-plated brass holders with seven hand blown glass shades, each fitted with E14 sockets. Made by. J.T. Kalmar in the 1970s.
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Kalmar Sconces Flush Mount Lights 'RS 6 WA', Glass Brass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of large six-arm wall lamps or flush mount light fixtures model 'RS 6 WA' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury in 1970s.
The fixtures are made of polished bras...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
J.T. Kalmar Backlit Mirror Murano Ice Glass & Brass, Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant illuminated background wall mirror. The frame is made of iced Murano glass with brass hardware. Heavy duty. Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s.
Measures: dia...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Structured Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with eight structured glass elements and glass pearls fitted with four E14 sockets and one E27 sockets. Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar in the early 1950s.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
1 'of 3' Pair of Kalmar Tulipan Wall Sconces Murano Glass, Austria, Vienna 1960s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant pair of "Tulipan" Murano glass wall lights by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in the 1960s. Hanging glass resembles tulips. Each tulip shaped glass is handmade and...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
1 of the 2 Exceptional Huge Glass Flush Mount /Chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 exceptional, huge, clean and modern ballroom flush mount by J.T. Kalmar Leuchten from the 1960s. The chandelier consists layers with several hand blown textured glass shad...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Wall Lamp, circa 1950s with Frosted Glass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Kalmar wall lamp, circa 1950s with frosted glass
with integrated socket
Three bulbs
Braun metal painted
Brass screws
Original condition.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
One of Two Chandeliers Pendant Lights 'Palazzo' by Kalmar, Gilt Brass Glass 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two very exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass Hollywood Regency light fixtures model 'Palazzo' by J.T....
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Several J.T. Kalmar Wall Lights Smoked Glass and Brass, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Several Smoked glass wall lamps from the 1960s. Spectaculair design and high quality workmanship.
The light illuminates lovely due to the smoked and structured glass and brass, it...
Category
Early 1600s Austrian Antique Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Brass Walnut Textured Glass, 1950s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A six-arm chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, manufacured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (1950s or early 1960s).
The fixture is made of a nice mixture of materials: textured clear glass ...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1 of 2 J.T. Kalmar "Palazzo" Light Fixtures Gilt Brass and Glass, Austria
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the two the stunning high quality and handmade gilt brass light fixtures made by Kalmar in Austria. This model "Palazzo" was manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Large polished bril...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
One of Three Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three very exquisit 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brillant glass hollywood regency light fixtures model 'Palazzo' by J.T....
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Austrian Mid-Century Set of Five Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty, stunning and unique Set of Five Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Mid-Century Kalmar Chandelier Pendant Light 'Catena', Chrome Murano Glass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large and fantastic Mid-Century modern light fixture model 'Catena' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufatured in 1970s-1980s.
It consists of a polished chrome frame with 30 organic and...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Large Kalmar Chandelier, Brass and Textured Glass, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An impressive and large chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
The fixture is made of polished brass in a warm tone,...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Austrian Midcentury Pair of Ice-Glass "Fuego" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Unique, beautiful and cool Austrian midcentury "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model 4560.07.50 Fuego. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Frank...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Austrian Midcentury "Sierra" Ice-Glass Pair of Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beautiful Austrian midcentury "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Sierra". These fixtures were designed and manfactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Frnaken.
Each Wall Sconce is c...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
J.T. Kalmar Exquisite Curved Mid-Century Brass Chandelier, Vienna, 1940s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautifully curved and sculptural modernist brass chandelier with three arms, crafted by J.T. Kalmar in Vienna, Austria. This exquisite piece dates back to the 1940s or early 1950s...
Category
20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Austrian Vintage Sculptural Murano Glass Wall Light Sconce by Kalmar 60s
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of organic white and clear blown Murano glass and brass sconce by J.T. Kalmar.
Austria, 1960s.
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Square Glass Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s).
This wall light features lights m...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate
$3,066 / set
Beautiful mid century brass star base table lamp from Kalmar with original shade
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Beautiful small Mid Century brass table lamp with original pleated lampshade.
The shade is made of thin plastic, almost like a rough foil. Makes a beautiful light.
Made by Kalmar in ...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Tulipan Chandelier, 1970, Austria
Located in Bronx, NY
Large 1960 Kalmar chandelier that consist of numerous blown glass elements which are highly saturated with tiny air bubbles that gives the glass a white look, each element is resting...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$9,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Citrus Swirl Clear Glass Wall Lights or Sconces from J.T. Kalmar, 1969
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Kalmar swirl sconces wall lights with clear opal textured glass. Beautiful, thick textured glass is complimented by chrome hardware. Simple and clean design. Hand blown melti...
Category
1660s Austrian Antique Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel, Nickel
1 of the 8 Wall Lights Model "Florida" by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 8 exclusive wall lights model "Florida" by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in mid century, circa 1970, (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s).
Handmade an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Gold Plate
Two Kalmar Wall Lamps, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Two Kalmar Wall Lamps, circa 1950s
Brass original condition
The shades are blackened
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
$707 / set
Pair of J.T. Kalmar Ice Glass Sconces Wall Lamps 60's
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in taranto, IT
Rare pair of ice glass wall lamp by j.t. kalmar, about 1965, ice and purple color.
Measures: Height cm 36, width cm 11, depth cm 9
Very good conditions, glass parts without any scr...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Ice Glass Ceiling Lamp from Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare ice glass ceiling lights from Kalmar.
Imposing ceiling lights from Kalmar with glass elements. From a central socket part metal webs go radially outward. At the end of each web...
Category
20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Murano hanging lamp by Carlo Nason for J.T. Kalmár
Located in Hannover, DE
Very heavy mid-century Murano glass pendant lamp by Carlo Nason for J.T. Kalmár.
This vintage item is fully functional and in very good condition, but shows signs of wear consistent ...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Murano Mirror Wall Sconces Glass & Brass by Kalmar, Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Wonderful mirror wall lights with Murano glass shades on a brass frame. Sconces shine beautifully and provide a lot of light. Gem from the time. With this light you make a clear stat...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of Three Space Age Kalmar Wall Lights
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
A sleek set of Four 1970s wall lights by J.T. Kalmar. Rewired.Priced individually.
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Chrome
$750 / item
1 of the 6 Large Kalmar Wall Sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 6 elegant modern high-end large brass wall lights or sconces, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1970s. Lovely design, executed to a very high standard. Each wall l...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass, Steel
Two Kalmar Sconces Glass and Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Two Kalmar sconces glass and brass.
Polished.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$943 / set
Austrian Mid-Century Set of Four Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty, stunning and unique Set of Four Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Flush Mount Light 'FEDER-KRALLE' Kalmar Anna-Lülja Praun, Brass Opal Glass 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic ceiling light model 'Feder-Kralle' no. 5079 by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, ca. 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
A very minimalistic and tim...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Several Green Hand Blown Flush Mounts, Sconces from J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
This glass wall sconces or ceiling lights executed in hand blown green and clear Murano glass and chrome hardware are produced by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, in the 1960s. Illuminates beau...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Josef Frank Table Lamp 'Tisch-Überall' Mod. 1092 by Kalmar, Brass Leather, 1950s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A gorgeous and rare table lamp model 'Tisch-Überall' no. 1092 designed by Josef Frank in 1934 or earlier for Haus & Garten. The offered piece was manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna,...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Height Adjustable Counterweight Pendant Lamp By Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A height adjustable brass counter balance pendant lamp by J.T. Kalmar manufactured in midcentury in 1950. Fitted with three E27 sockets.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Crystal Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Stunningly beautiful crystal glass chandelier from the 1950s.
Wonderful mouth-blown glass with a great structure.
The filigree brass frame underlines the noble appearance.
The design...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Interlocking Murano Chandelier Flush Mount Glass & Brass Carlo Nason Kalmar 1960
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant cascading ceiling light with 48 clear, pink and blue interlocking Murano glasses suspended individually on a golden brass frame. Multicolored glasses can be arranged individu...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Square Kalmar Flush Mount Ceiling Light or Sconce, Brass Cast Glass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large flush mount light model 'Cubus' (German 'Würfel') by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970.
It is made of polished brass and nine cubic glass lamp shades wi...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-century Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern lighting>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, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern lighting 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 lighting, popular names associated with this style include J.T. Kalmar, Fabio Ltd, Glashütte Limburg, and Kalmar Lighting. 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 $45 and tops out at $355,000 while the average work can sell for $2,150.