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MINIMALIST STYLE

A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.

Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)

Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.

Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.

Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.

Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Minimalist
Mid-Century Table Lamp in Chrome Steel Saturno Gaetano Sciolari Attributable
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Austrian particular and elegant, 1960s Minimalist table lamp Zumtobel in chromed steel, Gaetano Sciolari attributable. Ready to use. Measures cm: H 42 diam 25.
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1960s Austrian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Steel

Pair of Sciolari Brass and Glass Rod Table Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Sciolari brass and glass rod table lamps.
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Brass

Italian Antiqued Brass Octagonal Lantern, Contemporary, UL Certified
Located in Westport, CT
Minimalist antiqued hand soldered brass octagonal-shaped lantern fully encased in glass panels with one panel opening to switch out bulbs with ease. Electrified to US code, install r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

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Brass

Lazo Lamp
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Nuanced craftsmanship shapes the pieces of the Lazo collection. A traditional Japanese wood burning technique emphasizes the grain of the tables’ wood and soft spun fibers give the l...
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2010s Mexican Minimalist Lighting

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Terracotta, Linen

Lazo Lamp
Lazo Lamp
$3,425 / item
1970s Mazzega Murano Glass Pendant Chandelier, 3 Lights and Chromed Black Steel
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Large 1970s Mazzega pendant chandelier with three big Globe of transparent Murano glass bullyant Measures cm: Height 70, diameter 80 (diameter glass globe ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Steel

Alpina Black Sculptural Minimalist Bedside or Table Lamp Blackened Brass
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Designed to be positioned on a bedside table or on a console, the Alpina is a work of abstract art for the home. The exact arrangement of this sculptural decorative piece can be adju...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

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Brass

Wonderful Minimalistic Teak and Opal Glass Chandelier by Kaiser, Germany 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful midcentury teak chandelier. A unique, timeless and elegant masterpiece of Danish Teak wood designed by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, 1960s. The light sculpture impresses with...
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1960s German Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Opaline Glass, Teak

Minimalist Swing Arm Brass Floor Lamp Counter Balance 1970s
Located in London, GB
Minimalist counterbalance floor lamp is super flexible, with an arm adjustable to almost 180 degrees. The halogen light source is attached to a long arm holding a spherical counter w...
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1970s German Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Brass

Globo Neptune Sculptural Adjustable Table/Floor Lamp Dimmable Soft Touch Sensor
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Designed to be positioned on a console table or to suggestively light up a corner on the floor, the Globo Neptune enjoys a particularly simple, flexible relationship with its Domesti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

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Brass

Grandine Three Lights Contemporary Floor Lamp Brushed Brass Handblown Glass
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Inspired by pieces of hail, Grandine Three Lights is composed of three touching glass orbs, which are positioned to give the impression of balls ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizeable solid pine table lamp, designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Pine

Set of Three Contemporary Pendant Lamp EL Lamps CS2 by NOOM in Copper
Located in Paris, FR
Designed by Kateryna Sokolova, the EL Collection is a sculptural lighting series inspired by the geometric purity of the early 20th-century Suprematist movement, paying homage to ico...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

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Copper, Brass, Stainless Steel

Sculpture Sciolari Chandelier Cubic Aluminium Design, 1970s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Sculpture Sciolari chandelier cubic aluminium design, 1970s.
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1970s Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Chrome

Modernist Italian Pair of Table Lamp Black Murano Glass Sciolari Design
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Modernist Italian Pair of table lamp black Murano glass Sciolari design only glass cm.42x15.
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

NAÏA table lamp by Stephanie Balini
Located in Paris, FR
naïa table lamp Stéphanie Balini’s Naïa table lamp was created in 2024. As with each of her lamps, Stéphanie Balini began by sculpting a plaster core from which the base is then cast...
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2010s French Minimalist Lighting

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Bronze

Ceramic Handmade Floor Lamp “Navazi”, Modern Pottery Lighting with Opaque glass
Located in Vilnius, LT
Product name: NAVAZI Category: Lighting, Decoration Type: Decoration, Floor lamp, Wall lamp, Pendant, Table lamp Material: Ceramic/glass base, frosted glass, textile cable Light sour...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

Contemporary Manolo Eirin Wall Sconce Ceramic White
Located in Carballo, ES
Ceramic hand - crafted wall sconce, designed and signed by Rulo and Manolo Eirin. Interior and exterior vitrified in white, which allows a greater projection of light on the wall. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

EL Lamp Horizontal CS1 - Sculptural Minimalist lighting by NOOM in Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Designed by Kateryna Sokolova, the EL Collection is a sculptural lighting series inspired by the geometric purity of the early 20th-century Suprematist movement, paying homage to ico...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Stainless Steel, Copper, Brass

Rectangular Table Lamp and Shade Set in Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rectangular table lamp and shade set Cream Lacquer Metal Base Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a technique that dates...
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2010s Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Lacquer

Albini and Helg x Nemo "AM4C-AM4Z" Pendant Lamp
Located in Astoria, NY
Franco Albini and Franca Helg for Nemo "AM4C-AM4Z" White Glass Pendant Lamp, with chrome plated hardware and "Nemo / Modello: AM4C-AM4Z / Made in Italy / Design: F. Albini- F. Helg" ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Contemporary Floor Lamp 'Sanctuary 3.3' by TheShaw, Stainless Steel and Glass
Located in Paris, IDF
Table Lamp: 'Sanctuary 1' from collection 'Sanctuary' by THE SHAW STUDIO Polished stainless steel Globe: glass H.140 x 35 x 35 cm Introducing 'Sanctuary 1,' a polished stainless st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern Ceiling Pendant Light - Led Panel Lamp - Water Ripple
- Large
Located in Vilnius, LT
SVITLOTIN is a sculptural lighting collection that explores the relationship between light and memory, between solid form and the shadows it casts. Each pendant embodies a state of t...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Steel

Rare Italiana Luce Black Rod Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in Camden, ME
An Italian sculptural table lamp by Italiana Luce manufactured in Italy, circa 1960s. The black lacquered base plate is slightly trapezoid. and supports a curved black lacquered meta...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Minimalist Lighting

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Steel

Spot medium organic modern ceramic Lamp mid-century brutalist wabi sabi lighting
Located in Vilnius, LT
Product name: NAVAZI Category: Lighting, Decoration Type: Decoration, Floor lamp, Wall lamp, Pendant, Table lamp Material: Ceramic/glass base, frosted glass, textile cable Light sour...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

Balancinha Swing Table Lamp in Stainless Steel by Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The obsession with playful, fun and interactive forms led to the creation of this minimal piece, but with a strong visual and sensory appeal. Made from polished stainless steel, it i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rod sconce in bronze by Stephanie Balini
Located in Paris, FR
rod wall light: The Rod wall light was designed by Stéphanie Balini in 2024. It stands out for both its presence and its elegant simplicity. A simple bronze nikel rod emerges from an...
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2010s French Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Contemporary Table Lamp 'Sanctuary 2.2' by TheShaw, Stainless Steel, Alabaster
Located in Paris, IDF
Table Lamp: 'Sanctuary 1' from collection 'Sanctuary' by THE SHAW STUDIO Polished stainless steel Globe: alabaster H.43 x 15 x 15 cm Introducing 'Sanctuary 1,' a polished stainless steel table lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Lighting

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Alabaster, Stainless Steel

Contemporary Modern Minimal Exterior Interior Wrought Iron Flush Mount Lantern
Located in Santa Paula, CA
This lantern is forthright in it's design, with clean lines and contemporary stylings. Is at home in a coastal setting or when the location requires a minimal look. Hand-forged in he...
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2010s American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

AlexAllen Studio, Pendant, 2016
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 2x4 Plus Pendant continues to explore the simple 2x4. Two 2x4s intersect to form a pendant that is both minimal in form and large in its presence. Custom finishes and sizes avail...
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2010s North American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass, Steel

White Danish Minimalist Long Bathroom Wall Sconce by Friis & Moltke for Lampas
Located in Esbjerg, DK
An architect made long tubular sconce suitable as bathroom, reception area or mirror lighting. It is made from folded white lucite that distributes the light very well and mildly. It...
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1980s Danish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Lucite

Kazuhide Takahama Saori Q1 Wall / Ceiling Lamp for Sirrah (3 Available)
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare wall/ceiling lamp, Italy, 1973 Kazuhide Takahama was born in Japan in 1930 and after completing his studies in Architecture in Tokyo he started working in Kazuo Fuioka’s studio...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pierre Paulin (1927-2009) Chandelier de parquet, Disderot ed., 1958
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Paulin (1927-2009) Chandelier de parquet, Disderot ed., 1958 White lacquered metal Height. 53 x Diam. 69 cm Literature: C. Geel, Pierre Paulin. Designer, Archibooks, Paris,...
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1950s French Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Modern Ceiling Pendant Light - Led Panel Lamp - Hammered Stamp
- Small
Located in Vilnius, LT
SVITLOTIN is a sculptural lighting collection that explores the relationship between light and memory, between solid form and the shadows it casts. Each pendant embodies a state of t...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Steel

White "More" Ceiling Lamp by Tobias Grau
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a handblown white glass globe and simple but concise form, the More ceiling light is designed by Tobias Grau and produced by his eponymous company. In very good condition with v...
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Late 20th Century Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Glass

Italian Contemporary Minimalist Pair of Satin Brass Crystal Murano Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
One pair available now in New York - Very sleek custom Venetian pair of crystal wall lights with organic modern design, consisting of seven straight crystal clear Murano glass rods o...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

1970s Elegant Steel Floor Lamp
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant floor lamp in steel, 1970s.
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1970s Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Steel

1970s Elegant Steel Floor Lamp
1970s Elegant Steel Floor Lamp
$5,631 Sale Price
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Sunrise Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handcrafted Sculptural Table Lamp in Wabi-Sabi Style with Translucent Shade and Stoneware Base A striking fusion of art and function, this handcrafted table lamp draws inspiration f...
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2010s North American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Cut Steel

Sunrise Lamp
Sunrise Lamp
$2,850 / item
Garnier & Linker Alabaster Pendant Light in Alabaster and Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant light by Garnier & Linker: Shade made out of veined Alabaster or Alabaster combined with dark natural brass patina. A "Certificate of Authenticity" is provided by the gallery...
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2010s French Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Large Gunnel Nyman Pendant 81003, Nickled Brass & White Opal Glass, Idman 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant minimalist ceiling pendant model 1602 with glass shade 81003, designed by Gunnel Nyman and manufactured by Idman in Finland in the 1950s. This very minimal design fits eas...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Brass

Ceramic Base Spot Pendant Lamp Crocodile Brown Modern Handcrafted
Located in Vilnius, LT
Product name: NAVAZI Category: Lighting, Decoration Type: Decoratio, Pendant Material: Ceramic/glass base, frosted glass, textile cable Light source: G9, 110-220V Size: 285x110 mm (4...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

Modern Ceiling Pendant Light - Led Panel Lamp - Painted Blue
- Small
Located in Vilnius, LT
SVITLOTIN is a sculptural lighting collection that explores the relationship between light and memory, between solid form and the shadows it casts. Each pendant embodies a state of t...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Steel

Contemporary Modern Wrought Iron Interior, Exterior Lantern w/ Double Bulb
Located in Santa Paula, CA
This lantern is forthright in it's design, with clean lines and contemporary stylings. This fixture is the perfect fit for a home in a coastal setting or when the location requires a...
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2010s American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Il Personaggi Table Lamp by Enrico Tronconi, 1972
Located in Lisboa, PT
This table lamp was designed by Enrico Tronconi and manufactured in Italy by Tronconi in 1972. This Post Modern floor lamp reminds of a contemporary skyscraper.The acrylic structure ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Plastic, Acrylic

Italian Contemporary Design Ghidini 1961 Brass Floor Lamp Metalized Glass Low
Located in Brescia, IT
This surprising floor lamp named dusk dawn, transforms from what appears to be a solid brass volume to reveal an inner conic "spire" of light when illuminated. Designed by Branch. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Handcrafted Black LampCeramic Pottery Table Artisanal Illumination Lighting
Located in Vilnius, LT
Product name: NAVAZI Category: Lighting, Decoration Type: Decoration, Floor lamp, Wall lamp, Pendant, Table lamp Material: Ceramic/glass base, frosted glass, textile cable Light sour...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

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Ceramic, Glass

Set of 2 Vintage Italian Lingotto Sconces by Renzo Piano for iGuzzini, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The wall sconce version of the Lingotto series from the Italian manufacturer iGuzzini based on a design by the designer and architect Renzo Piano. The luminaire convinces with its te...
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20th Century Italian Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Angelo Lelli Lamp, Rotating Light Source, Arredoluce, Rare Model, Original Label
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Stunning minimalist masterpiece by Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce, 1960 with unique rotating lamp feature. The main cylindrical bosy made of nickel plated brass houses...
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1960s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Brass, Enamel, Nickel

Contemporary Italian Minimalist Nickel and Crystal Murano Glass Wall Light
Located in New York, NY
Very sleek custom Venetian wall light with organic minimalist design, consisting of seven straight crystal clear Murano glass rods of triangular section with amazing concave sides, t...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Italy Ghidini 1961 Brass Table Lamp Designed by Campana Brothers
Located in Brescia, IT
Stunning brass table lamp designed by Campana Brothers and totally produced in Italy by Ghidini 1961, an historical brass factory. The perforated structure and the opening of the m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Glass Table Lamp Atollo 235 by Vico Magistretti for Oluce (Old Version)
Located in Argelato, BO
The Atollo table lamp (1977) is distinguished by its minimal geometric construction. The worldwide imitated and yet inimitable lamp won numerous awards, and it can also be found as a...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Scandinavian Minimalist Bathroom Wall Sconce from Rada Design, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Simplistically constructed wall light or built on sconce in matte opaline glass on a metal mount. Suitable for installation in moist environments. It was manufactured by Rada Design ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Steel

Modern Ceiling Pendant Light - Led Panel Lamp - Anisotropy - Small
Located in Vilnius, LT
SVITLOTIN is a sculptural lighting collection that explores the relationship between light and memory, between solid form and the shadows it casts. Each pendant embodies a state of t...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Steel

Alain Richard, Ceiling light pendant 8282, Disderot ed., C.1975
Located in Paris, FR
RICHARD Alain (1926-2009) Ceiling light 8282, Disderot edition, circa 1975 White lacquered metal, halogen, original condition Length. 200 x High. 10...
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1970s French Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Stunning Plexiglass Light Sculpture in the Style of Ugo La Pietra, 1970, Italy
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Rare and wonderful light sculpture in the style of important Italian Avant Garde artist Ugo La Pietra. This wall lamp clearly takes its cue from Ugo La Pietra's 'strutturazioni tissu...
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1960s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Stainless Steel

Coen Sl Floor Lamp by Moritz Böttcher & Sören Henssler for Anta, Germany
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist floor lamp from the German manufacturer Anta according to a design by Moritz Böttcher and Sören Henssler. The floor lamp from the Coen series. A minimalist design with a ...
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20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Small wall organic modern ceramic Lamp, mid-century brutalist wabi sabi lighting
Located in Vilnius, LT
Product name: NAVAZI Category: Lighting, Decoration Type: Decoration, Floor lamp, Wall lamp, Pendant, Table lamp Material: Ceramic/glass base, frosted glass, textile cable Light sour...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

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Ceramic, Glass

Rare Chandelier by Aldo Nason for Mazzega in Chrome and Murano Glass
Located in London, GB
Very rare Mid-Century Modern elongated chandelier or pendant with clear Murano glass and chrome segments by Aldo Nason for the manufacture Mazzega, , Italy ca.1970. The chandelier is...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Chrome

Atelier Linné Sculpture Table Lamp in Bronze
Located in Paris, FR
The Sculpture lamp was created in 2012 by Atelier Linné, it is based on one organic form. Each print is made in bronze then covered with a brown patina. ...
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2010s French Minimalist Lighting

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Bronze

Pendant Curva
Located in Floresta, MG
A common item in steel houses, the 180º curve is the starting point for the development of the collection. Using this element of industrial origin and organic format, we seek to crea...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Steel

Pendant Curva
Pendant Curva
$1,380 / item
Vintage German Space Age Minimalist Wall Lamp from Staff Leuchten, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Simple wall or ceiling light from Staff. The lamp head has a simple cylindrical shape. It is flexibly mounted via a joint and can therefore be individually aligned. A black plastic ...
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20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Minimalist lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Minimalist 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, decorative objects, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist 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 Kundalini, Silvio Mondino Studio, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella, and Sebastian Scherer. 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 $55 and tops out at $16,812 while the average work can sell for $1,792.

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