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: Kalmar Lighting
Pair of clear Kalmar glass Sconces, Vienna Austria, 1970
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of Kalmar glass sconces 1970s Vienna Austria, Chrome frame with chrome finials holding One thick piece of clear glass .
Rewired for the US.
One candelabra light socket.
Backpla...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Chrome
Modern mid century chandelier with brass and curved textured glass by J.T Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Modern mid century chandelier with brass and curved textured glass by J.T Kalmar
Brass polished and stove enameled
Original structure glass
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
2 Kalmar wall lamps with original glasses vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
2 Kalmar wall lamps with original glasses vienna around 1950s
Original condition
Original glass shades
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 Large Kalmar Chandeliers Citrus Swirl Smoked Glass, Austria, 1969
Located in Rijssen, NL
high quality murano glass chandelier by Kalmar, 1960s smoked swirl ice glass, clear twisted crystal glass panels with a light gold dish amber colored stripe in it.
Kalmar was the mo...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
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Brass
One of... Large Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights Sconces Ray by Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
One of... beautiful and large blown Murano glass sconce by J.T. Kalmar for Franken KG.
Austria, 1960s.
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of J.T. Kalmar 'Palazzo' Wall Light Fixtures Gilt Brass and Glass
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of high-end and handmade gilt brass 24-karat gold-plated wall lights made by Kalmar in Austria. This model "Palazzo" was manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Large polished brilliant ...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Double "Pagode" Pendant Chandelier by Kalmar, Vienna, c. 1960
Located in Wien, AT
Double "Pagode" pendant chandelier by Kalmar, Vienna, c. 1960
A large double "Pagode" crystal and chromed steel chandelier by Kalmar. The lamp features Kalmar's unique crystal glass...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
One of the Six Modern Handmade Light Fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, for Katie
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the six-light fixtures. T by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1959 this set is handmade and high end.
The glass has beautiful wave texture in it, what give...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Single Murano Ice Glass Pendants by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning single Murano glass pendants by Kalmar, 1960s
Two tiers structure gathering 12 structured glasses, beautifully refracting the light very heavy quality.
Heavy quality and in...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
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Murano Glass
"Sierra" Ice Glass Wall Sconces with Nickel Tone Backplate by Kalmar Franken KG
Located in Stamford, CT
Kalmar Franken KG
Austria, 1960s
Excellent Kalmar ice glass wall sconces, each having three heavy pieces of ice glass.
Each takes two E-14 base bulbs up to 40 watts per bulb, pictu...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Large Round J. T. Kalmar Mid-Century Textured Glass Flush Mount, Austria, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and elegant modernist flush mount / ceiling lamp from the 1960s by J.T. Kalmar, Austria. A charming light fixture, it has a domed 18 in diameter lampshade, made of solid ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Large Kalmar Ice Glass Flushmount, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful round ice glass flushmount, by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s.
Thickly textured Ice glass fixture on a white metal base.
High quality and in perfect condition. Cleaned, we...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of Glass and Brass Light Fixtures Designed by J.T Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
A stunning set of light fixtures designed by J.T Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria in the 1960s.
High-end and handmade design from the 20th century. The large squares o...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Steel
J.T.Kalmar floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
J.T.Kalmar floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
Brass partly blackened
The shade is reolaced ( new )
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Brass Floor Lamp 'Cavador' No. 2098, Height Adjustable, 1960, 1 of 2
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two very rare and gorgeous brass floor lamps model 'Cavador' no. 2098 by J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in midcentury in 1960s. The light is documented in the Kalmar catalogue from...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Two Light Kalmar Ice Glass Chandelier Pendant, Austria, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful and rare chandelier or pendant light by Kalmar Vienna, Austria. An original mid-century vintage piece manufactured in the 1950s. It is made of brass and heavy glass. The Fi...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
J.T. Kalmar Murano Glass Brass Sconces, Austria, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
Elegant J.T. Kalmar wall sconces featuring thick white and clear swirl glass on a gilded brass base. Manufactured by the company Kalmar in Austria, Europe around 1960.
Minimalistic d...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1 of 3 Petite Murano Glass Flushmount by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 3 stunning petite flush mount lights by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1960s.
The flush mount is composed of 5 thick textured Murano glass elements attached to a white fr...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
"Sirius 12K" Atomic Space Age Floor Lamp, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Mortsel, BE
Step into the realm of atomic-inspired design with the extraordinary "Sirius 12K" Atomic Space Age Floor Lamp created by J.T. Kalmar. This ...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1 of 3 Huge Murano Glass Square Flush Mount by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning huge flushmount by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1960s.
The flush mount is composed of a ten thick textured Murano glass elements attached to a white metal frame.
T...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
1970's Rectangular Ice Glass wall Light by Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
1970's Ice glass wall light by Kalmar lighting Company.
The Murano glass fits on to the chrome plate which has three Newly rewired candelabra sockets that can each take up to 40 Wat...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Large Kalmar 'Tulipan' Table or Floor Lamp, Glass Nickel, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A rare and large 'Tulipan' table or floor lamp by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
A nickel-plated base with a large handblown bubble glass. The red lamp shade...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Nickel
Kalmar Atomic Ceiling Lamps Chandeliers, 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Kalmar atomic ceiling lamps chandeliers, 1960s
designed and executed by Kalmar Vienna in 1969.
Made of nickel-plated metal with nice ball lampsha...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Nickel
Kalmar Mid-Century Modern Crystal Triedri Murano Chandelier Sputnik, 1982
Located in Murano, Venezia
Designed in 1982 by Kalmar, this chandelier has 41 crystal glass elements called “Torciglioni”.
Perfect for a modern space, the chandelier reach the diameter of 90 cm and is lighted by 9 Bubs E14 that create a comfortable atmosphere lighting...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
1 of 2 J.T. Kalmar Franken Clear and Brown Glass Flush Mounts Wall Lights, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 flush mounts /wall lights, gorgeous and stylish, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria, 1960s. With a handcrafted thick ice glass plate attached to the center. With bras...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Kalmar Flush Mount Light Model 'Corina', Gold Gilt Brass and Clear Glass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A rare and very exclusive Hollywood regency Mid-Century Modern flush mount light fixture model 'Corina' by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late ...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
1 of 3 Huge Murano Glass Flush Mount by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning huge flush mount by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1960s.
The flush mount is composed of a nine thick textured Murano glass elements attached to a white metal frame...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
One of Two Large Kalmar Chandeliers, Ice Glass and Nickel, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two large light fixtures model 'SORIA' by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (late 1960s - early 1970s). These chandeliers are the largest version of this series. A set of four of them is absolutely rare.
A silver painted...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Nickel, Metal
Kalmar Tulipan chandelier 1960, Austria
Located in Bronx, NY
Kalmar Tulipan chandelier, Vienna Austria 1960, Numerous blown glass elements which are highly saturated with tiny air bubbles , The glass elements are held by brass finials on a whi...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Kalmar ceiling lamp with texture glass vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Kalmar ceiling lamp with texture glass vienna around 1950s
Original condition
2 Bulbs
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Giant Spider Brass Flush Mount Chandelier Refurbished, Austria 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
J.T. Kalmar Spider Brass Flush Mount Lamp Chandelier Stella, Austria 1950
Rare 33" chandelier called Stella designed by J.T Kalmar Vienna in the 1950s. ...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
J.T.Kalmar Pair of Ice Glass Drum Chandeliers, ca. 1960s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Stunning pair of two drum chandeliers by J.T.Kalmar, Austria, circa 1960s.
The chandeliers are made of gilt bronze and ice Murano glass.
Socket: each 9 x e14 for standard screw bul...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Bronze
J. T. Kalmar Mid-Century Frosted Glass Chandelier, Austria, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful modernist chandelier, designed and executed by J.T. Kalmar Vienna. White painted metal frame with nickel-plated hardware and big textured glass panels...
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
1 of 4 Kalmar Sputnik Pendant Lights Chandeliers 'RS 27', Aluminum Glass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of five rare and large 27-arm atomic chandeliers or pendant lights model 'RS 27 Kugel HL' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 19...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Nickel
J.T. Kalmar Brass & Textured Glass Mid-Century Basket Chandelier, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant and beautiful Mid-Century brass chandelier by J.T. Kalmar Vienna / Austria from the 1950s. The chandelier has solid high-quality curved clear and frosted glasses and offer...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Luxury Textured Glass Sconces Wall Lights by Schröder & Co., circa 1960
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Executed in brass and textured glass, each lamp needs 1 x E14 / E12 Edison screw fit bulb. Max. 40 Watt. The lights are complete, wired, in working condition and run both on 110 / 23...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sconce by J. T. Kalmar for Kalmar Franken KG, 1970s
Located in KUTNO, PL
A unique wall sconce designed by Julius Theodor Kalmar for the renowned Kalmar Werkstätten. The model with colored glassbardo rarely seen.
It is a classic of Austrian design of the m...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
1 of 4 Huge Murano Glass Flushmount by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning huge flushmount by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1960s.
The flush mount is composed of a nine thick textured Murano glass elements a...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
2 Big Kalmar wall lamps with textured glass vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
2 Big Kalmar wall lamps with textured glass vienna around 1950s
Original condition
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
1 of 2 Monumental Kalmar Sputnik Chandeliers Pendant Lights, Glass Brass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two extremly rare sputnik or atomic light fixtures "RS 16 HL" by J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Gold, Brass
1 of the 2 Kalmar "Palazzo" Light Fixture or Flush Mount Gilt Brass and Glass
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 Stunning high quality and handmade gilt brass light fixture / flush mounts made by Kalmar in Austria. This model "Palazzo" was manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Large polishe...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 J. T. Kalmar Wall Lamps, Model Karlstein, Vienna, circa 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 wall lamps by J. T. Kalmar, model: Karlstein, Vienna, circa 1960. With 2 relief-like crystal glasses (dispersion glass). With a nickel plated back plate. Illuminates beaut...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Nickel
One of Two Large Kalmar 'Tulipan' Chandeliers Pendant Lights, Glass Brass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two fantastic light fixtures model Tulipan 61 HL by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The name Tulipan derives ...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
1of 2 Large Kalmar Flushmount Lights, Austria, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 2 large flushmount lights designed by Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Wonderful large organic Murano glass / bi-colored clear and amber/smoked.
H...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
$2,187 / item
1 of 4 Kalmar Sputnik Pendant Lights Chandeliers 'Rs 27', Aluminum Glass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four large 27-arm atomic chandeliers or pendant lights model 'RS 27 Kugel HL' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Nickel
1 of 2 Large Murano Glass Wall Sconce by Kalmar Mod. Catena, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful midcentury wall sconces with 6 thick Murano glass, made by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured circa 1960-1969.
Model: Catena
High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, ...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Austrian Vintage White Murano Glass Wall Light Sconce 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful white and clear murano glass sconce.
Austria, 1960s.
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Austrian Vintage Textured Ice Glass Wall Ceiling Light Flush Mount 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful square textured Murano glass flush mount for wall or ceiling by J.T. Kalmar for Franken KG.
Austria, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: Four x E27 (US E26).
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Kalmar Sputnik Pendant Light Chandelier 'Rs 27', Aluminum Glass, 1970, 1 of 4
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four large 27-arm atomic chandeliers or pendant lights model 'RS 27 Kugel HL' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
The...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Nickel
Colorful Ice Glass Wall Light by Kamlar Franken KG, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The wall lamp come with 1 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is wired and in working condition. It runs both on 110/230 Volt. Delivery without bulb.
Our lamps are checked, cl...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Metal and Ice Glass Model Bernstein Pendant Lamp from Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rarely glass candlestick from the renowned manufacturer Kalmar.
Imposant candlestick with heavy glass elements. In its straightforwardness, this design shows a rather factual design...
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
1 of 6 Chrome Pendant Fixture with Lucite Flower Clusters by Kalmar Austria 1960
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A Cylindrical chrome pendant fixture featuring Lucite flower clusters by Kalmar Austria. It is consisting of a Mid-Century Modern style design. The fixture requires an European E27 / 110 Volt Edison bulb, up to 60 watts. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria. A nice addition to any room, but look great as kitchen island lights...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Large Kalmar Square Flush Mount Murano Organic Glass, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Large square flush mount ceiling light with brass backplate and hand blown Murano glass in ice melted shape by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s.
High quality of materi...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 Massive Textured Glass Flush Mount or Wall Light by Kalmar, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
A high quality modern thick textured ice glass flush mount light by Kalmar, circa 1965. The flush mount is featuring a huge quare brown marbled blown ice glass dish. The handmade dis...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
One of Two Huge Kalmar 'Granada' Chandeliers Flush Mount Lights Brass Glass 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two square and very large 'Granada' light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s-early 1970s).
The lamps can be used as pendant l...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Amber and Clear Glass Wall Lights, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful wall light, gorgeous and stylish, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria, 1960s. With white colored backplate.
This light is handmade and a high quality piece. Illuminate...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair J.T. Kalmar Brass & Leather Mid-Century Table or Side Lamps, Austria, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
A matching pair of elegant mid-century table or side lamps from the 1960s. Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar Vienna / Austria. The lights are model „Essen“, model number 1268. They are handmade of brass and very solid. They have a stem / handle, which is covered with hand sewn dark-brown leather. Each light offers two light sources. The lamps are fully working and will come with refurbished lampshades, using the original frame to keep the original dimensions. The lampshades are covered with a beautiful high-quality Cretone fabric with an olive green and yellow-gold "Viennese braid...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Kalmar Discus Textured Glass & Nickel Chandelier, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A minimalistic midcentury Discus chandelier from the 1950s. Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria. This beautiful chandelier consists of two large textured melting ice glass d...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Huge Kalmar Chandelier Pendant Light, Brass Glass, Austria, 1970s, One of Four
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An extremely rare Sputnik or atomic light fixture 'RS 16 HL' by J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in midcentury, Austria, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Cube Glass and Brass Flush Mount Light by Kalmar Leuchten, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Wonderful cube glass and brass flush mount light by Kalmar Leuchten, 1960s, Germany
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
This lamp works with 4xE14 light bulbs.
Wired...
Category
1960s German 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.