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
1 of the 6 Ice Glass Wall Sconces with Brass Tone by J.T. Kalmar, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 6 beautiful and elegant modern brass toned wall lights or sconces, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar Austria in the 1970s. Lovely design, executed to a very high standard.
Each w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Steel
Donut Wall or Ceiling Lamp by J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Stunning donut wall or ceiling lamp from the 1960s.
The design creates a spectacular light.
High quality.
Design: J.T. Kalmar
Manufacturer: Franken KG...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
J.T. Kalmar Red Brass Midcentury Table Lamp, Model Style, Vienna, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful modernist desk or table lamp, model name „Style“ / model # 1213 from the 1950s. Designed by Julius Theodor Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar Vienna in Austria. Has a red adj...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Iron, Metal, 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
Square Amber Glass Wall Light Flush Mount, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture in the style of ancient Greek temples, with a beautiful motif on the sides. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and begi...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate
Two Extandable J.T.Kalmar Table Lamps with Fabric Shades Around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Two extandable J.T.Kalmar table lamps with fabric shades around 1950s
Brass and iron lacquered
The shades are replaced.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
Pair of J.T. Kalmar of Murano Glass Brass Sconces, Austria, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of elegant J.T. Kalmar sconces featuring thick white and clear swirl glass on a gilded brass base. Minimalistic design executed with a taste for excellence in craftsmanship. Ill...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Austrian Midcentury Glass "Catena" Chandelier by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Marvelous, stunning and large Austrian midcentury chandelier from 1970s, model "Catena". This chandelier was made during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar.
This fixture is composed by 3...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$3,994 Sale Price
23% Off
Pair of J.T. Kalmar Midcentury Wall Lights, Textured Glass and Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, Austria
A pair of Kalmar mid century wall lights, that are made up of textured ice glass, that has been elegantly mounted to a brass base with two brass knobs.
These lamps were produced in ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,202 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Kalmar Donut Sconces or Ceiling Lamps, Austria 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, BY
Stunning pair of sconces or ceiling lamps from the 1970s by J.T. Kalmar, Austria.
Made from a chrome plated metal bracket, which holds a donut shaped glass shade with enclosed bubbl...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Two Kalmar Floor Lamps, Nickel Chrome, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Two floor lamps mod. 'Skop' by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, manufactured in Austria in Mid-Century 1960s. The stand is made of chrome or nickel-plated brass. Newly refurbished lamp shades. V...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Chrome, Nickel
$1,700 / item
J.T. Kalmar Petite Curved Basket Chandelier, Brass & Glass, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful, petite Austrian Mid-Century brass chandelier from the 1950s, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna. This elegant vintage chandelier features eight delicately curved, textu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Ceiling Light, J. T. Kalmar Lights, Austria, 1950s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
ceiling light, flushmount
Producer:
Kalmar Franken KG, Austria
Design:
J.T. Kalmar
Age:
1950s
Original modernist Hollywood Regency glass ceiling light. High quali...
Category
Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Kalmar Flush Mount Light, Patinated Brass Murano Glass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A wonderful patinated brass and Murano glass flush mount light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
It is made of a brass ring...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Two Kalmar Lamps with Textured Glass, Vienna, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Two Kalmar lamps with textured glass, Vienna, 1950.
Beautiful dome-shaped ceiling mount by J.T. Kalmar. Thick glass with different textures on each side and nickel-plated hardware. V...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Nickel
$1,048 / item
Kalmar Clear and Amber Glass Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
Kalmar glass chandelier with clear and amber colored Murano glass elements by Mazzega.
The 10 Braided glass elements are illuminated by a single light source that
has been newly re...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
One of Three Kalmar Flush Mount Lights, Textured Glass Brass, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three square flush mount light fixtures by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s)...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Kalmar Ice Glass Chandelier, Gilt Brass Glass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A very exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass pendant light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s and ea...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Four-Tiered Kalmar Midcentury Ice Glass Chandelier, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Kalmar Franken ice glass chandelier made in Austria in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its rare glass shapes. Four-tier chandelier with hexagonal ice glasses. The glasses are sec...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,468 Sale Price
30% Off
Large 10-Arm Pendant Chandelier, Brass Opaline Plexiglass Acryl Glass, 1960s
By Stilnovo, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An extra large 10-arm pendant chandelier manufactured in midcentury, crica 1960.
The light fixture is made of a solid, polished brass frame with curved arms suspended on cords from t...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Kalmar 'Tulipan' Light Fixture, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
An exceptional 'Tulipan' flushmount chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in the midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s-early 1970s). With beautiful Murano Tulipan sha...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
J.T. Kalmar Model "Style" Midcentury Cone Table Clamp Lamp, Vienna, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A rare and beautiful vintage Austrian modernist table or desk lamp, model name „Style". Designed and produced by Kalmar Vienna/Austria in the 1950s. The cone lamp shade has still its...
Category
20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Kalmar 'Tulipan' Chandelier Pendant Light, Glass Brass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large and fantastic light fixture model Tulipan 61 HL by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The name Tulipan derives ...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Kalmar Amber Flush Mount Ceiling Light with Venini Tronchi Murano Glass & Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant flush mount ceiling light with 24 clear and amber Venini "Tronchi" Murano glasses on a golden brass frame. Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s.
Designer: Carl...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
J.T.Kalmar floor lamp vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
J.T.Kalmar floor lamp vienna around 1950s
The shade is replaced ( new )
Metal withe painted
Brass polished and stove enameled
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Josef Frank J.T. Kalmar Table Lamp Tisch-Überall, Brass & Leather, Austria, 1930
Located in Vienna, AT
A wonderful Viennese Modernism table or desk lamp form the 1930s, designed by Josef Frank for Haus & Garten (Josef Frank und Oskar Wlach) in 1934. The...
Category
1930s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron, Wire
J.T. Kalmar Cube Flush Mount Lamp or Wall Mount, Sconces
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame fitted with one E27 socket and beautiful hand blown cubic-shaped glass shade. Made in Austria by. J.T. Kalmar in the 1970s.
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Model "Ice Block Chandelier", J.T Kalmar, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model "Ice Block Chandelier" designed by J.T Kalmar, 1970s. Glass and chromed metal. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Pagoda Brass and Glass Sconce Wall Lights by Kalmar, Vienna 1969
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Mid Century Modern vintage glass and brass Pagoda sconce by Kalmar, circa 1969, Austria Vienna.
The sconce shows 3 exceptional pagoda shaped glasses mounted on a brass frame.
Pleas...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Wall Sconce, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Very charming sconce, made of solid textured glass nice brass knobs. In very good condition.
Brass parts polished and stove enameled.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Flush Mount Chandelier Gold Brass Glass Lamp, Austria, 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
J.T. Kalmar Palazzo flush mount chandelier gold brass glass lamp, Austria, 1960. Stunning four-tier 19" Austrian Kalmar chandelier in excellent condit...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Gold, Brass
Pair of Kalmar 'Tulipan' Wall Lights Sconces, Murano Glass Brass, 1970s, 2 Pairs
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of large 'Tulipan' glass wall light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
Two pairs are available. The ...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Austrian Mid-Century Set of Eight Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Unique, beauty and stunning Set of Eight Austrian Mid-Century smoke Murano Glass Wall Sconces, model "Citrus". These sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austri...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of 2 Hollywood Regency Brass Wall Light Made by Kalmar Lights, 1980s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
wall light, set of 2
Origin:
Austria
Producer:
J. T. Kalmar Lights
Material:
Metal and brass
Age:
1980s
Description:
This original vintage wall light set w...
Category
Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
One of Three Wave Glass Pendant Lights by J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the three wave glass pendant lights designed by J.T Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s.
Simple yet beautiful design. Each pendant has one wave textured glass...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Viennese Kalmar Brass and Glass Table Lamps, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Viennese Kalmar brass and glass table lamps, 1950s.
Original condition.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Ice Crystal Glass Pendant Light or Chandelier by Kalmar, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This is a beautiful ice glass chandelier from Kalmar Franken made in Austria in the 1960s. It is a fascinating lighting with a beautiful design. The frame and the chain are of full b...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,724 Sale Price
20% Off
Kalmar Flush Mount Light, Brass and Brown Glass, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A unique and large ceiling light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (1960s-1970s). A large brown and...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Chandelier Gold Brass Glass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
J.T. Kalmar Palazzo chandelier gold brass glass, 1970s.
Original condition.
We have a fitting sconce (see last Picture ) (not included at this price)
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large Kalmar 'Tulipan' Wall Lights Sconces, Murano Glass Brass, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of large 'Tulipan' brass and glass wall light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The name Tulipan de...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Wall Lamps, Sconces
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Textured glass by J. T. Kalmar from the 1950s
Good condition.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
$800 / item
Floor Lamp 'Glasschaft' 'Engl. 'Glass Rod', No. 2134 by J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
The stand is made of an transparent twisted glass rod which was produced in Italy by Venini. Kalmar had a cooperation with several Italian glass makers located in Murano (e.g. Mazzeg...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Franken Amber and Clear Flush Mount, Austria, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
A rare flushmount, gorgeous and stylish ceiling lamp, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria, 1960s, with a handcrafted thick ice glass plate attached to the center. With brass colo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Ice Cube Flush Light by J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Wonderful ice glass ceiling lamp from the 1960s.
The beautifully shaped Murano glass elements spread an impressively sparkling play of light.
Very high-quality workmanship and a real...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Square Kalmar Chandelier with Textured Glass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Steel/brass frame with four glass textured parts manufactured by J.T. Kalmar in Vienna in the 1950s.
The lamp is fitted with four E27 bulbs.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
$2,190 / item
Set of Three Austrian Vintage Textured Ice Glass Wall Lights Sconces, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of three beautiful textured blown Murano glass sconces by J.T. Kalmar,
Austria, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US E26).
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Up of 3 Identical J.T. Kalmar Atomic Ceiling Lamps Chandeliers, Austria, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to three identical huge Austrian Mid-Century Atomium chandeliers, designed and executed by J.T. Kalmar Vienna in 1969. Vey impressive pieces, made of nickel-plated metal with nice...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Nickel
1 of the 3 Pairs of Large Kalmar Wall Sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of 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 ligh...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Steel
Kalmar Flush Mount Citrus Swirl Glass, circa 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Glass brass flush mount by Kalmar/Austria comprised of thick individual two-colored glass pieces with yellow inclusions and brass hardware. It’s in very good, rewired condition. One ...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Massive J.T. Kalmar "Catena" Murano Glass Chrome Flushmount Chandelier, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Glamorous chrome and Murano glass flushmount ‘Catena’ by Kalmar. 18 large "ribbons" in clear and bubble Murano glass are suspended from a large chrome backplate. Thirteen E14 sockets...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
J.T.Kalmar pendant with structure glass vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
J.T.Kalmar pendant with structure glass vienna around 1950s
Brass polished and stove enameled
Original structure glass shade
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Glass Brass Vintage Sconce Wall Light J.T.Kalmar, 1960 Vienna
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage white glass sconce or wall light designed and manufactured by J. T. Kalmar, Vienna 1960s.
A beautiful and stunning Mid Century Modern sconce shows geometri...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Crystal Glass Wall Light "Tulipan 9 WA" by Kalmar Franken, Austria
Located in Cork, IE
With 9 handblown crystal-glass "tulip-bulbs" each, these wall lights are a delight to look at.
Using the Italian Pulegoso technique in the manufacturing process, the bulbs appear a...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Very special brass floor lamp made by Kalmar, Austria 1950s.
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Haderslev, DK
Solid brass floor lamp with diabolo shaped shade in ivory and black lacquer.
Elegant, sophisticated and extremely rare crowfoot design by renowned manufacturer Kalmar located in Vie...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Two Kalmar Wall Lamps
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Two Kalmar wall lamps.
Original condition.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$582 / set
Kalmar Floor Lamp 'Pelican' Mod. 2097, Height Adjustable, Brass Black Iron, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A gorgeous height adjustable floor lamp model 'Pelikan' (engl. 'Pelican') no. 2097 by J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or 1960s).
The light is documen...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
Rare Large Structured Glass Wall Lights Sconces by Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with structured crystal-ice glass shades fitted with 2 E14 sockets manufactured by J.T. Kalmar in the 1950s.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
One of the two Ice Glass and Brass Chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the two beautiful and elegant modern chandeliers, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar Austria in the 1960s. Lovely design, executed to a very high standard.
Each chandelier has solid...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
J. T. Kalmar Midcentury Brass Chandelier, White Textured Glass , 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful brass chandelier by Kalmar Vienna from the 1950s. Has lovely spoon-shaped, textured glass lampshades. In good condition with marginal patina on the brass.
Height with...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Murano Ice Glass Flushmount by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Glamorous glass ice cube flushmount by Kalmar from the 1970s. Stunning large flushmount by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1960s.
The flushmo...
Category
1960s 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.