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
Franco Albini Mid-Century Floor Lamp in Bamboo and Rattan, Wicker, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century floor lamp fully made in curved bamboo and hand-woven rattan wicker. This stylish organic floor lamp was designed by the mastery of Franco Albini and produced in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Wicker, Fabric, Rattan, Bamboo, Canvas
Mid-Century German Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Mid Century Cocoon pendant lamp by Goldkant based on a design by Friedel Wauer from the 60s.
The Cocoon shade provides diffuse, atmospheric light. At the same time, the symmetr...
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Space Age Italian Green Early Model Toledo Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare table lamp from the Italian manufacturer Guzzini based on a design by Luigi Massoni from the 1960s. Here from the early edition with a one-piece trumpet base and in the rare col...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
A Pair Of 1960s Wall Lamps By Bjarne Bech For Louis Poulsen Of Denmark
Located in Søborg, DK
A pair of amazing wall lamps by Danish architect Bjarne Bech 1925-1980 in galvanized steel for Louis Poulsen from the 1960s.
A classic mid century design and look and in the usual L...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Chandelier Model 1129 by Stilnovo , Italy 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Stilnovo was an Italian design and lighting company founded in 1946 by Bruno Gatta. The company became known for its modern approach to lighting and gained attention both in Italy an...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari Design Italy 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
An iconic chandelier designed by Gaetano Sciolari in the 1970s. Sciolari, an Italian lighting designer, was known for creating elegant and modern lighting fixtures during the mid-20t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
Murano Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Barovier & Toso Mid-Century Modern Italy 70s
Located in Palermo, IT
Flush ceiling lamp in Murano glass by Barovier & Toso. Designed and made in Italy in the 1970s. Hand blown Murano glass with gold leaf inclusions. Murano glass has a remarkable thick...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Carlo Nason Torpedo Glass Chandelier Mazzega, Italy, 1960
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Vienna, AT
Carlo Nason iridescent Torpedo glass chandelier for Mazzega, Italy, 1960
Very scarce Carlo Nason light with almost 20 inches in diameter in refurbished condition. The original creme...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Original murano glass pendant lamp by Renato Toso for Leucos, Italy 1970s
By Leucos
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage murano glass pendant lamp by Renato Toso for Leucos made in Italy in the 1970s.
Elegant and graceful, the chandelier seems to float in the air.
The lamp is in good vintage c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Adjustable Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful brushed brass pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The lighting effect of the lamp is extremely beautiful.
The design and the special lampshade create a very noble and pleasan...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Klase Höganäs, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Paper, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown-glazed and incised stoneware and beige paper table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Designer logo in bottom
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 6.25"H x ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware, Paper
Italian Mid-Century Pair of White Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Mazzega, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and lovely Pair of Italian Murano white glass Wall Sconces from 70s. These fixtures were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Italy by Mazzega.
Mazzega lie in the nob...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Modernist Table Lamp Palette
Located in Oxford, GB
The Pallete Table Lamp distills the bold, organic-meets-geometric appeal of its floor lamp counterpart into a refined, space-saving design. Perfect for desks, bedside tables, or cons...
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Rattan
$860 / item
Large Uchiwa fan style hanging ceiling lamp, 1975
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Zaandam, NL
Wonderful and rare large ( 70 cm ) "Uchiwa" pendant in the style of Ingo Maurer. This hanging lamp was purchased in Vienna in 1975, therefore we've kept the attribution to Austria al...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Angelo Lelii certified brass and glass pendant light by Arredoluce, Italy, 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A rare chandelier in brass and opaline glass, designed by Angelo Lelii, produced by Arredoluce in the 1950s, with original authenticity label issued by the Arredoluce archive.
The l...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.9"H x 6.5"W x 6.5"D
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.4” H x ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Italian Sconces Stilnovo Style, Brass and 12 cm Diam Glass, Mid-Century Design
Located in Bochum, NRW
Mid-century design wall lights in the style of Stilnovo.
A stylish combination of brass & opaline glass!
These wall lights look amazing when lit and are a superb example of the famou...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century German Bulb Table Lamp Doria Leuchten, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
This Mid-Century Bulb table lamp was produced by the German manufacturer Doria Leuchten. It comes with a large glass diffuser and lamella base. The structural glass casts a special p...
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Lovely Hand Blown Glass Wall Lights Fixtures Sconces, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of hand blown amber/yellow bubble glass flush mount sconce.
Austria, 1960s.
NOS. This lights are original vintage, but not used (with storage wear).
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
$1,516 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid-Century Crystal Clear Glass Bakelite Sconces Flush Mounts by WILA
By WILA
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp.
Bakelite base with very clear crystal glass.
1960-1970
Diameter base 185 mm / 7.3 inches
1x E27 / E26 – max 60 watt
Priced per individual item. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.875"H x 10.875"W x 5.25"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 2.125"...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Finnish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and gilded off-white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Finland, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.25"H x 4.25"W x 6.25"D
Back Plate Dimensi...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Fabric, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, glass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.75"H x 11.5"W x 7"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 3...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Teak, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak, brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.125"H x 3.0"W x 3.5"D
Back Plate Dimensions (In...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Designer, Pendant Light, Oak, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak pendant light designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Wear to wood consistent with age and use
Overall Dimensions (inches): 18.5"H x 10.5"W x 10.25"D
Stem Length (inches...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Wood, Oak
Stilnovo Italian Midcentury Modern Design Metal Brass Plastic Floor Lamp 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design floor lamp with adjustable arm and variable height produced by Stilnovo with marble base, metal stem and arm, plexiglass diffuser and rubber details...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Marble, Metal
Fantastic Pink Murano Palmette Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Luxury pink Palmette Murano glass chandelier with a gold metal frame.
Price is for 1 item.
Available also a pair and a pair of sconces.
8 light bulbs, E27 dimension
Dimensions: Chan...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Vesta Rattan Table Lamp
Located in Oxford, GB
Vista Rattan Table Lamp with Brass Shade Top
A harmonious fusion of organic charm and refined elegance, the Vista table lamp captivates with its petite silhouette and artisanal cr...
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Elidus, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light produced by Elidus, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 14.25"H x 7.125"W x 18.5"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 3.875"H x 3....
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
2 Rupert nikoll pendants with original antique opal glass shades vienna 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
2 Rupert nikoll pendants with original antique opal glass shades vienna 1960s
Brass polished and stove enameled
Original antique opal glass shades
Pair price.
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Opal, Brass
Pair of Modern Italian Murano Glass and Brass Wall Sconces "Corteccia," 80s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of vintage Italian Murano glass sconces, produced by Murano Masters, each with two pieces of curved "Corteccia" glass on a metal and brass frame. They are high quality and give ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Space Age Globe Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Space Age ball pendant light with different switching modes.
The upper part of the lamp consists of a translucent plastic ball that can be illuminated from the inside. The lowe...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
An oak, brass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 25.0"H x 20.0"W x 20.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 10.0"
Dimens...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Flower Shape Glass Sconces Vintage German 1960s Glashuette Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Petite sconce manufactured by Glashütte Limburg. It is an amber tone glass on a gilded metal frame. The fixture has one European style E14 socket. It requires a European E14 candelab...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Rare Extra Large Murano Glas Table Lamp by Barovier & Toso, ca. 1960s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare and very large mid -century Murano glass mushroom table lamp by Barovier& Toso, Italy, circa 1960s.
Socket: 3 x e14 for standard screw bulbs.
New wiring for US standards on requ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Amber-brown neoclassical Murano chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Murano glass Mid-Century Modern chandelier, attributed to Barovier and Toso, Italy 1980s.
The hand blown Murano glass chandelier is made of an amber-brown or terracotta color with go...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Amazing Large Pendant Lamp by Adolf Loos for Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Very rare and large pendant lamp by Adolf Loos from the 1950s.
The high-quality materials, such as the new seagrass lampshade, make this lamp a unique design object.
It creates a ver...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Murano Hand-Blown Glass Table Fountain w Gold Leaf Inclusions, Att Gino Cenedese
Located in Lisse, NL
Incredible handcrafted and mouth-blown glass table fountain and light fixture.
This rare Murano glass table fountain is a spectacular fusion of sculpture, light, and water — a true ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Gold Leaf
Modernist Rattan Floor Lamp 'Pallete'
Located in Oxford, GB
Inspired by the clean lines and organic elegance of Mid-Century Modern design, the Pallete Floor Lamp artfully balances bold geometry and natural warmth. This striking piece serves a...
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Rattan
$1,952 / item
Mid-Century Rattan Table Lamp, France 1960s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This mid-century table lamp was designed and manufactured in Franke in the 1960s.
The light features a sculptural rattan base in a classic mid-century hourglass form, skillfully con...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp – Bamboo and Linen, Circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp – Bamboo and Linen, Circa 1950
Illuminate your space with the timeless elegance of this mid-century modern table lamp, crafted circa 1950. Featuring a ...
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Marble
$747 Sale Price
50% Off
Italian vintage Murano chandelier - 52 crystal glass petals
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 52 clear glass petal, brass plated metal structure. The glasses are very high quality, the photos do not do the beauty, luster of thes...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
Mid-Century Kastholm Pendant Lamp by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Simple slats pendant light from Danish producer Nordisk Solar, designed by Jørgen Kastholm and Preben Fabricius from the 60s. Here is an old original from Nordisk Solar and no curren...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
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.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 12.75"H x 4.5"W x 9.0"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 12.75"H x 4.625"W x 1.0"D...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Pine
Mid Century Modeline Table Lamp Designed by Arthur Jacobs c 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Incredible mid century table lamp, designed by Arthur Jacobs for the Modeline Lamp Company, circa 1950's. Considered the pinnacle of American lamp design, this piece is truly a coll...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Rattan Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Exquisite Rattan Ceiling Lamp, a true embodiment of mid-century German design. Crafted in the 1970s, this lamp features a sophisticated shape made from finely natural elements, showc...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Rattan
Rare Goldkant Cocoon Two-Light Pendand Lamp 1960's Castiglioni, Flos Style
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Rare, extra wide Mid-Century Modern Cocoon two-light pendant lamp or flush mount by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant in the style of Achille Castiglioni, designed and manufactured in Germa...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Italian Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and black-lacquered metal wall light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 4.6” H x 2.7” W x 8.2“ D (measured fully extended)
B...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Sunburst Foliage Floral Ceiling Light Fixture / Chandelier
By Ferro Art
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding spanish foliage floral sunburst flush mount ceiling light in gilt iron, Ferro Art, 1950s
To be used as ceiling light fixture or as chandelier / pendant light adding a cha...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron
Achille Castiglioni Mid-Century Beige Round "Cocoon" Pendant, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful mid-century "cocoon" pendant with a gorgeous beige even patina. This charming cocoon lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni in Italy in the 1960s.
In spectacular conditi...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Steel
Danish Mid-Century Chandelier by Bent Nordsted for Lyskaer, 1970s
By Bent Nordsted, Lyskjaer Belysning
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty Danish Chandelier from 1970s. This lamp was designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Denmark by Bent Nordsted for Lyskaer Belysning.
This Chandelier is equipped with one ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Franco Albini Pair of Floor Lamps in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid-century pair of floor lamps made entirely in curved bamboo and hand-woven wicker. These elegant organic floor lamps were designed by the master craftsman Franco Albini a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Wicker, Bamboo, Canvas
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige embroidery fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.5"H x 7.25"W x 3.0"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): Measurements av...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric
Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1960s, Italy
By Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1960s, Italy
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
This lamp works with E27 light bulbs.
Wired and suitable to use with 220V a...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Resin
Oval Laminated Wood Lamp, USA 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Large lamp made of laminated symmetrical layers of elm and walnut turned in a lathe. Size of base only
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Walnut, Elm
Tall Pair of Murano Green Sconces
Located in Jersey City, NJ
These sconces are made with a Murano glass which has been molded by hand by an Italian artisan who designed this glass texture. Each sconce has 2 Lights. American wired.
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
$2,600 / set
Italian 18-Light Brass Chandelier - In the Style of Stilnovo - 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Milano, IT
Extraordinary pendant chandelier dating from the 1950s, attributed to the prestigious Italian manufacturer Stilnovo. This iconic piece perfectly embodies the Mid-Century Modern desig...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Swedish Anna Table Lamp by Anna Ehrner for Ateljé Lyktan, 1970s
By Anna Ehrner
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare table lamp Anna by Atelje Lyktan based on a design by Anna Ehrner from the 70s.
What is particularly special about this design is the contrast between natural fabric and chrome...
Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Expansive Leaf Form Chandelier in Brass Fittings by Franco Luce
By Franco Luce
Located in New York, NY
This piece originates from Italy circa 1980. Features eight arms composed of beautiful hand blown Murano elements with beautiful striated white and clear glass hues. The frame is com...
Category
1970s Italian 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.
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