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
French Mid-Century French Cherries Tole Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
French Mid-Century French Cherries Tole Chandelier.
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Tôle
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 34.0"H x 7.75"W x 7.75"D
Stem Length (inches): 23.0"
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.25"H x 3....
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Pine
Spider Wall Light, 3 Arms, Brass and Lacquer, Stilnovo Style, Customizable
Located in Bochum, NRW
Inspired by the Italian mid-century designs, this wall light will make the focus center of your interior. Three arms pierce the center, each ending with a lacquered metal/brass shade...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Max Sauze, Pendant Light, Aluminum, Steel, France, 1970s
By Max Sauze
Located in High Point, NC
An aluminum and steel wire "Cassiope" pendant light designed and produced by Max Sauze, France, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 29.1” H x 19.25” Diameter
Dimensions of Mount...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with lucite shade vienna around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with lucite shade vienna around 1960s
Original lucite shade
Original condition
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Wall Lighting by Mazzega Bicolore Glass Murano pair, Italy, 1970
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional mazzega wall lighting set large bicolore glass Murano with structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the italian Design.
This unique...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
$704 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Pair of mushroom table lamps in copper and chrome 1970s
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
A pair of 1970s table lamps featuring mushroom-shaped shades. The lamps have a chrome steel base, the shades are made from warm-hued copper. Over the years, both lamps have develope...
Category
1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper, Chrome
Enameled Glass & Brass Flush Mount, Germany 1950s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
German designer, late Art Deco style flush mount, 1950s.
The light features a round, slightly convex glass shade in a soft light green color with an etched radial pattern emanating ...
Category
1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Contemporary Italian Chandelier Brass and Glass, 12 Arms
By Stilnovo, Angelo Lelii
Located in Bochum, NRW
Trendy Mid Century Italian Style, this beautiful ceiling fixture impresses by its lines simplicity and clean design.
170x170x35 cm (WxDxH)
Made of brass and with mate glass globe sh...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Metal, Rattan, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, metal and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 55.5"H x 14" Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-26 (Standard)
Bulbs are no...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century German Cocoon Pendant Lamp from Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Rare Mid-Century Modern Cocoon Pendant Light by Goldkant Leuchten, Germany, 1960s
An exceptional example of mid-century lighting design, this sculptural pendant lamp was produced by...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Brass and Opal Glass Cascade Ceiling Lamp, Germany, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant ceiling lamp from 1960s Germany showcases a refined combination of brass and opal glass. The opal glass diffuser is seamlessly integrated into the brass frame, creating ...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Stunning Pair of Murano Glass Sconces in the Style of Venini
By Venini
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning pair of Murano glass wall sconces. Each consisting of a stylish design. A single white lacquered wall plate with a solo socket and mount make for a beautiful wall light. E...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Prescolite Cased Glass Pendants two available
By Prescolite
Located in South Charleston, WV
Only one let. Priced individually. The remaining shade has a tiny chip to the bottom. Cased glass, cranberry red over white. See images. 4.5" wide, 12.5" tall. Includes ceiling plate...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
Fontana Arte Italian Midcentury Glass Brass Wall Lamp or Ceiling Lamp 1950s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design large ceiling lamp or sconce wall lamp produced by Fontana Arte with brass structure and textured glass diffuser.
Italy 1950s
Please note that the l...
Category
1650s Italian Antique Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Floor Lamp with Removable Book Tray by Laurel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Floor Lamp designed and manufactured by Laurel Lamp Co. in the United States circa 1960’s. This beautiful Mid-Century Modern lamp features a tall walnut wood body with beautiful grai...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Rare Air India Surrealist Ashtray Porcelain by Salvador Dali
Located in Vienna, AT
Air India Surrealist Ashtray Porcelain by Salvador Dali (Spanish, 1904-1989). An extremely unique and storied ashtray designed by Salvador Dali for Air India. Parcel-glazed bisque po...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-Century Modern Style Silk and Crystal Glass Umbrella Chandelier, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Different colours available
Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
Category
2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Floor Lamp in Teak and Brass 1960s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mid Century Floor Lamp in Teak and Brass, Europe, 1960s.
A beautiful and timeless mid century floor lamp in teak and brass. Simple and elegant design, fits various interior styles. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
'Lampiatta' Metal Pendant in Glossy Yellow for Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
Lampiatta Metal Pendant in Glossy Yellow for Stilnovo
Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the Midcentury era, produc...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Large Green Murano glass mid-century modern chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern Murano glass chandelier, Barovier and Toso style, Italy 1980s.
The large chandelier is handmade in a light olive green color Murano glass, with gold plated mounts....
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Bespoke Italian "Selene" wall sconce in bronze and Selenite
Located in Milano, IT
The Selene range is the result of our project of combining light with a particular apotropaic stone - Selenite: a mineral chalk whose surface presents defined and irregular striation...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Stone, Brass
Stunning Murano Pendant Light in style of Carlo Nason by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful floral pendant light with two hand-made Brown and Clear Murano glass petals which are supported by a metal frame, in style of Carlo Nason for Kalmar, in the 1970s
Heavy qu...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Amazing Murano glass Candelier - 111 clear and smoked polyhedra
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
It sounds like you have a stunning piece of art with that Italian pendant light! The combination of 111 smoked and clear Murano glasses and a gold and brass structure creates a truly...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Pleated Mid-Century Wall Lamp in Old White and Brass , 1950s
Located in Hannover, DE
These rare pleated wall lights are really something special. The conical construction combined with the beautiful folding technique make these wall lights an absolutely rare design o...
Category
1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1 of 12 Petite Glass Wall Lights Designed by Carlo Nason for Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 12 wonderful midcentury wall sconce or flush mount light with 4 Murano glass pieces, designed by Carlo Nason for Kalmar, Austria, manufactured, circa 1960-1969.
Each sconce nee...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
White Mat Opaline Glass Brass Vintage Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mat opaline glass pendant.
Brass top.
200 cm / 80" black cotton wire.
Weight: 2.40 kg / 5.3 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standa...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Adjustable Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz
By Gebrüder Cosack, Florian Schulz, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Fog & Mørup, Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in München, DE
Very nice height-adjustable pendant lamp from the 1970s.
The lighting effect of the lamp is extremely beautiful.
The design creates a very elegant and pleasant light.
The lamp create...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1980s Gorgeous Robert Sonneman Table Lamp for Gerorge Kovacs
Located in Milano, IT
1980s Gorgeous Robert Sonneman Table Lamp for Gerorge Kovacs. This lamp is an icon lamp. It works perfectly and is in excellent condition.
Dimension:
17,32"x 4,53" x 15,16" H inches...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Table Lamps w/ Sculptural Metal Bases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking Mid-Century Modern table lamp by Phil-Mar is a perfect blend of bold design and expert craftsmanship. The ceramic body features a vibrant orange glaze with textured lav...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Flush Mount Gold-Plated Base, Glashütte Limburg Hollywood Regency Style 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Flush Mount Ceiling Light with crystal glass and metal edge gold plated oval 1960s.
Manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in an elegant design. Marked with the original label.
...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Table Lamp Brass, Glass and Wicker Romeo Rega Style, Italy 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful table lamp in brass, glass and wicker in the style of Rome Rega.
Made in Italy in the 1970s.
A beautiful lamp that is perfectly working but most of all, it pro...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Austrian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Austria, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and gilded opaline glass wall lights likely designed and produced in Austria, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 12” H x 3.5” W x 4.125“ D
Back Plate Dimensi...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details, rigadin technique
Brass plated structure with 24 exposed...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 pink alabaster glass tube
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage pair of wall sconces in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 5 large pink alabaster glass tubes in a star shape for each...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Large 1950s Gino Sarfatti Model #155 Ceiling Lamp for Arteluce
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 1950s Gino Sarfatti Model #155 Ceiling Lamp for Arteluce.
Executed in a perforated brass dome mounted on a white painted curved metal plate with patinated metal detail on the ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Giotto Stoppino, Table Lamps, Plastic, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige and black plastic table lamps designed by Giotto Stoppino and produced by Kartell, Italy, c. 1970s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 6.0"H x 4.25"W x 4.25"D
Bulb Specif...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Plastic
Midcentury French Riviera Pair of Wicker Sconces, Spain, 1950s
Located in Valencia, VC
A beautiful pair of wicker wall sconces, handmade in Spain circa 1950s. The design reflects mid-century Mediterranean craftsmanship, with a natural, organic texture that brings warmt...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Joe 640 Pendant Light Classic Modern Tailored Minimal Handmade by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
This classic, minimal, tailored, Joe Pendant Light is inspired by menswear reminiscent of 1940s style and the early simplicity of Art Deco. Available also as a flush mount, the clean...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 Amber Bubble Glass Pendant Light Fixtures by Helena Tynell, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 beautiful bubble glass light fixtures designed by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg. Design Classics, the hand blown glass gives a wonderful warm glow. Illuminates beaut...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
Josef Frank Silk Pendant
Located in Vienna, AT
Silk shade, designed by Josef Frank for Firma Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930s-1940s.
new silk shade
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$2,280 / item
Original glass bubble pendant lamp from the 1960s Manufactured by Limburg
By Helena Tynell, Limburg
Located in München, DE
Original glass bubble pendant lamp from the 1960s. Manufactured by Limburg.
Designed by the Finnish glass artist Helena Tynell.
Very good vintage condition with a light patina on the...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Wall Lighting by Mazzega Bicolore Glass Murano 3 units, Italy, 1970
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional mazzega wall lighting set of 3 large bicolore glass Murano with structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the italian Design.
the set...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
$893 Sale Price / set
37% Off
Verner Panton White Moon Lamp Visor Lamp, Op-Art, Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
An early model of the iconic Space Age mid-century moon lamp, also known as the visor pendant lamp, designed by Verner Panton in the 1960s and executed by Louis Poulsen, Denmark. Thi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Light Amber Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts
By WILA
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp.
Metal base with light amber clear glass.
1960-1970
Weight: 3.00 kg / 6.6 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by inte...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
1 of 2 Kalmar Tulipan Chandeliers Pendant Lights, Glass Nickel White Metal, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two large and fantastic light fixtures model Tulipan 73 HL by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
Two lights are ...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Bubble Glass Pendant Lights by Helena Tynell, Limburg, Germany 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning pair of bubble glass pendant lights designed by Helena Tynell and Heinrich Gantenbrink for Glashütte Limburg, manufactured in Germany, circa 1960s. Each Pendant requires o...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass & Opaline Glass Twin-Arm Wall Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
Manufactured in Italy in the mid-1950s, this matched pair of wall-mounted appliques features two upward-angled arms in solid brass fixed to an oval backplate. Each arm terminates in ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Danish Designer, Small Wall Lights, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak, brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s.
Backplate Dimensions (inches): 5.88" H x 2.81" W x .75" D
Bulb Specification: E-14
N...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Mid-century Blue Ceramic Table Lamp by Einar Johansen for Søholm, 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Table lamp by Einar Johansen for Søholm Stentøj, Denmark, circa 1960s.
The lamp has shiny blue glaze over an embossed repeated graphic decor.
Included is a new lamp shade designed ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Several Gold-Plated Glass Wall Lights in the Style of Brotto, Germany 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
This stunning set of wall lights with each one glass bowl and gold-plated fittings was produced in the 1970s in the style of Brotto. Illuminates beautifully. Its commposed of glass ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Gold Plate
Carlo Nason Three Shade Pulegoso Glass Pendant Lamp Mazzega, Italy, 1960
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Carlo Nason three Shade Pulegoso glass chandelier for Mazzega, Italy, 1960
Very scarce, enormous Carlo Nason light with almost 20 inches in diameter in wonderful, undamaged con...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Nictea Pendant by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Flos
Located in Berlin, DE
The Nictea pendant is composed of two rounded sections, seamlessly connected by carefully integrated metal components that are central to its design. Light gently passes through the ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$5,299 / item
Set of 2 Stilnovo style Magari Kitchen Wall Lamps in Bronze, White and Brass
Located in Bromma, SE
Pair of Wall Lamps in the Style of Italian 50’s Stilnovo Arredoluce. Stilnovo Wall Lamps perfect as kitchen wall lamps or as a reading light. Handmade lamp structure in brass and sha...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
T.H. Valentiner, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced by T.H. Valentiner, Denmark, 1950s.
Measurements are variable, measured as shown
Overall Dimensions (Inches): ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Ceiling Lamp – French Craftsmanship, Circa 196
Located in Barcelona, ES
Step back in time with the allure of a Mid-Century Modern sunburst brass wall lamp, a design gem from circa 1960, steeped in the traditions of French craftsmanship. Crafted with meti...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$684 Sale Price
65% Off
1970s Brown Floral Ceramic Sconce Wall Lamp Fat Lava by PAN Keramik, Germany
By PAN Keramik
Located in Andernach, DE
Fantastic sconce / wall light in the iconic German Fat Lava ceramic style by Pan Keramik.
The funky design of a flower comes in classic 70s brown and beige, the latter cracked open l...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Cocoon Cream Base Table Lamp by Castiglioni, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Delightful Mid-Century cocoon table lamp with a cream colored plastic base. This incredibly sylish and unique table lamp was designed by Castiglioni and produced by Flos in Italy dur...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair Magnificent Murano Glass Chandeliers, 101 Pink Tube Glasses
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Pai Italian vintage chandeliers in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 101 large pink glass tubes in a star shape. Can be used as a cha...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Tobia Scarpa Eitie Line Lamp For Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Tobia Scarpa Eitie Line Lamp For Cassina
A pendant light designed by Tobia Scarpa, that takes shape as a seemingly simple structure with sophisticated, innovative technology, availa...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
$3,884 / item
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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There are many lessons to be learned from the lofts, apartments and townhouses of architects and decorators in Manhattan and beyond.
Jeff Andrews Captures Old Hollywood Glamour in His Cinematic Spaces
Having created extravagant homes for reality TV’s biggest stars, the designer is stepping into the spotlight with his first book.
New Orleans’ Lee Ledbetter Makes Design Magic by Mixing Past and Present
The Louisiana-born and -bred architect talks to 1stdibs about the art of making timeless places that matter.
Desert Modern Designer Arthur Elrod Finally Gets His Day in the Sun
The Palm Springs interior decorator developed a mid-century style that defined the vacation homes of celebrities and other notables, including Bob Hope and Lucille Ball.
From the Hamptons to Palm Springs, FormArch’s Homes Embody Both Comfort and Cool
The houses from this New York studio cloak modernist tendencies within what are often more traditional trappings.
8 Mid-Century Lighting Makers
In the market for a fantastic fixture from the 1940s, ’50s or ’60s? Here are some names to know.