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Minimalist Lighting

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
Handcrafted Beige Brown Navazi Lamp Ceramic Pottery Table 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

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
Carlo Nason Milk Glass Pendant for Mazzega Venice, 1970's
Located in London, GB
Opaline Murano triple shade glass pendant lamp. Three cone shape hand blown glass shades descend and are connected to a half dome central body in satin steel. The lamp is designed by...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Dove Lamp by Mario Barbaglia & Marco Colombo of PAF Studio
Located in Nantwich, GB
Dove lamp. Designed by Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo for PAF Studio, Milan, Italy. This iconic lamp is made from red/black plastic and metal. Plastic structure with metal supp...
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1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

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

René Jean Caillette (1919-2004) floor lamp B10, Disderot ed., 1970
Located in Paris, FR
René-Jean Caillette (1919-2004) B10 floor lamp (9 lights), Disderot éditeur, circa 1970 White-lacquered aluminum Height 130 x Diameter 33 cm References Stand Charron, Salon des Ar...
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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

Early Rare Isamu Noguchi Akari "L", Ozeki, 1951, 1st Edition
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the iconic "Akari" Lamp model "L" designed by the legendary Isamu Noguchi. This particular lamp holds special significance as it is a first edition produced by the esteem...
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1950s Japanese Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Bamboo, Paper

Gecchelin Bruno design in years '70 for Skipper Italy, ceiling lamp "Gesto"
Located in Biella, IT
Gecchelin Bruno design in years '70 for Skipper Italy, ceiling lamp "Gesto" very elegant ceiling lamp halogen in chrome tubular and alluminium black glossy lacquered parts
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Chrome

Plexiglass Prototype "Fatua" Table Lamp by Guido Rosati for Fontana Arte, 1970s
Located in Milan, IT
One-off Fatua table lamp by Guido Rosati Totally composed by plexiglass cylinder with sandy part to enhance diffusion of the hidden light source. This piece was presented by Rosati to Fontana Arte director to explain his new project, lately came in production and became a company best...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Plexiglass

Table Lamp Théros 0.3 by Aristotelis Barakos, Made Out of White Marble
Located in Athens, GR
A taller character also became part of the family in 2022. Its narrow body creates an interesting contrast with its glass head and straw hat. As with every lighting object in Théros,...
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2010s Greek Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Marble

Table Glass Handmade Lamp “Navazi”, Modern Blown 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 ...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

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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

Modern Pendant Ceiling lighting Restaurant minimalism Artist White Opaque Glass
Located in Vilnius, LT
NA LINII pendant lamp DESCRIPTION It is a charismatic product that should not be perceived literally, but with a goal to distinguish the symbolism and image ...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Steel

Minimalist Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp, Copper & White Opaline, Idman 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A large minimalist ceiling lamp model 2028 by Idman from the 1940s. This is the largest size of this model as seen in the catalogue with a glass shade of 35cm diameter topping a copp...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Set of Two modern lighting "Na Linii", Floor + Pendant, handcrafted by SVITANOK
Located in Vilnius, LT
Na Linii lighting by Svitanok Category: Lighting Type: Pendant, floor lamp Material: Steel rods, frosted glass, textile cable Overall dimensions: pendant 730 x 550 mm / floor lamp 1...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

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Steel

Postmodern German Minimalist Clamp Lamp from Erco, 1980s
By Erco
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist clamping lamp by erco. A functional design. The luminaire consists of a simple pipe that obscures the socket. The head can be aligned with a joint. The big clamp is made ...
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20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Minimalist Counterbalance Black Table Lamp Attributed to Swiss Baltensweiler
Located in London, GB
Minimal black metal table lamp with adjustable arm counterbalancing on cylinder base and halogen light source attributed to Rico & Rosemarie Baltensweiler, Switzerland 1970's. The la...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Braga Solid Burnt Cork Minimalist Lamp & Sconce by Facto Atelier Paris
Located in Chicago, IL
Minimalist cork table lamp or wall light by Facto Atelier Paris. Made of recycled cork stoppers and burnt finish natural cork in Portugal. Lamps ca...
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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Cork

Vintage Table lamp by Harco Loor for Harco Loor Haarlem - 1970s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Vintage Table lamp by Harco Loor for Harco Loor Haarlem - 1970s Desk Lamp - Design - Minimalist Measures : Ø 60cm H: 50cm Materials : opal white plastic - Lucite Made in the Netherl...
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20th Century Dutch Minimalist Lighting

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Plastic, Lucite

Minimalist Model Eggo Floor Lamp by Monika Lipken for Elmar Flötotto
Located in Hamburg, DE
A design classic from Flötotto based on a design by Monika Lipken. Simple and timeless floor lamp. The lens-shaped light fixture is made entirely of translucent plastic (PE). The su...
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20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

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Plastic

Minimalist Porcelain Bathroom Wall Light by Knud Holscher for IFÖ, Sweden, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Simple ceramic wall lamp from the light on series by the swedish manufacturer ifö based on a design by knud holscher from the 80s. a design that was developed as the light on series...
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20th Century Swedish Minimalist Lighting

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Glass, Porcelain

Table Lamp Théros 0.1 S by Aristotelis Barakos, Made Out of White Marble
Located in Athens, GR
Théros 0.1 is a tabletop lamp — a poetic design gesture that combines a clean-cut, balanced form with a personal, heartfelt story. The lamps adorable figure evokes in all its simplic...
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2010s Greek Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Marble

Dorane Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Stilnovo
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This is one of the rarer twin bulb models of the Dorane lamps by the great Italian designer, Ettore Sottsasss, one of the founder members of the 'Memphis' group. Not only is this lam...
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20th Century Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Steel

Robert Sonneman for George Kovacs Cast Iron Floor Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing cast iron 3 way floor lamp by Robert Sonneman for George Kovacs cast iron table lamp. Features three large bent rods forming the body.
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1990s American Minimalist Lighting

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Iron

Minimalist Plaster Cylinder Wall Sconce
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing our Minimalist Plaster Cylinder Wall Sconce, designed to infuse your space with serene lighting and a touch of modern simplicity. This...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Plaster

Marquinia Marble Ceiling Lamp "Werner Jr." in Stock
Located in Milano, IT
"Werner Jr. Marquinia" contemporary ceiling marble lamp. Structure composed of a thin square in marble, single emission of LED light, suspension with steel wires. A lamp with an...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Marble

Design Floor Lamp, Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, Italy 1970
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Mid Century Modern White Metal Floor Lamp with Flexible lights. Designed by ELio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, Italy 1970s. This Mid Century Modern white metal floor lamp, designe...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Danish Minimalist White Confetti Pendant Lamp by Claus Bonderup - Focus, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A trio of small white pendant lights in white metal. Strict minimalist appearance combined with organic curves. This model is called Confetti and was designed by the Danish Architect...
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1970s Danish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Floor lamp by Gigante, Boccato and Zambusi for Zerbetto, 1970s
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Floor lamp produced by Zerbetto designed in the 1970s by Gigante architectural firm, Boccato and Zambusi. Minimalist and essential line, the frame is made of black painted metal. T...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Steel

Vintage Minimalist Ceiling or Wall Lamp from Orno, Finland
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist ceiling or wall light from Finnish manufacturer Orno. The lamp body has a simple hemispherical shape. The base is made of metal and painted white. A translucent plastic c...
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20th Century Finnish Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Minimalist Italian Floor Lamp, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Very minimal floor lamp consisting of a black metal base and a long chromed metal rod with a single ligfhtpoint at the top. This minimalist design is also very attractive. Desi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Pair Italian travertine table lamps from the 60s
Located in Vigevano, PV
Pair of Italian travertine table lamps from the 1960s In good condition, the lampshades are original, there may be some small defects or stains
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1960s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Travertine, Brass

Pair of Large Sculptural Mirror Glass Wall Flush Mounts Sconces, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of decorative mirrored glass wall sconces in Art Deco style, France, 1960s-1970s.
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Mid-20th Century French Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Mirror

Pair of Giuliana Gramigna Table Lamp in Brass and Fabric 1970s Minimal
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Delightful pair of table lamps in solid brass and fabric, minimalist design and very elegant as Giuliana Gramigna knew how to .
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

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

Materials

Brass

Adjustable Pair of Minimalist Articulated Desk Clamp Lamps by Staff Germany 1960
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant pair of adjustable clamp desk lamps made and marked by Staff Leuchten in the 1960s in Germany. Measures: height 29.5“ in. (75 cm), height from the edge of the table 27“ in....
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1960s German Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Danish Magazin Ceiling Lamp by Wilhelm Wohlert for Louis Poulsen, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Ceiling lights from the Danish manufacturer Poulsen based on a design by architect Wilhelm Wohlert from the 70s. A simple and reduced to the bare essentials ceiling light. Scandinav...
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20th Century Danish Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Danish Minimalist White Bundle Pendant Lamp by Lyskær
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish bundle hanging lamp consisting of 4 fixtures that that be used collectively, in pairs or individually. Its made from powder coated aluminum and jumbo bulbs in white glass. ...
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1980s Danish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Boho Stacked Lucite Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking table lamp is a quintessential piece of sculptural illumination, channeling the glamour and geometry characteristic of the 1970s Hollywood Regency and Post-Modern movem...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Danish Pipeline Pendant Lamp by Ole Pless Jørgensen for Nordisk Solar
Located in Hamburg, DE
A simple pendant light from the danish manufacturer nordisk solar, based on a design by ole pless jørgensen from the 1970s. a minimalist design. The white lamp body is of heavy qual...
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20th Century Danish Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Mid-Century German Minimalist Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Simple mid century table lamp with height -adjustable umbrella. The drum -shaped umbrella is covered with a textile material. It can be moved up and down on the shaft of the foot. T...
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20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Minimal Rational Floor Lamp in Solid Brass 1970 Italy
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Minimal Floor Lamp in Solid Brass 1970 Italy
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

LUC, Table Lamp, HAUS OF HU, 2024
Located in London, GB
The table lamp plays with a pair of dualities; its two profiles, an elongated distortion of a hexagonal form and a simple receding side view, and its two light sources, front and bac...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Lighting

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Aluminum

Minimalist Italian Metal and Glass Bell Light Pendant Lamp by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large pendant light from the renowned manufacturer Classicon after a design by Sebastian Herkner from 2013. The design impresses with its functional shape, which is reminiscent of c...
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20th Century Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Futuristic Lucite Lamp Peter Hamburger for Knoll
Located in Round Top, TX
Table Lamp designed by Peter Hamburger for Knoll International c 1960s. Constructed from acrylic with adjustable chromed metal shade. Excellent condition. Kovacs produced this lamp f...
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Mid-20th Century American Minimalist Lighting

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Chrome

Floor Lamp Featuring Brass Tubes in Both, Rectangular and Circular Shapes
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This handmade floor lamp features elongated metal tubes in both rectangular and circular forms, with a blend of matte and plated finishes that lend the design an exclusive and captiv...
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2010s European Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Vintage Space Age Minimalist Glass Table Lamp by Jean Paul for Philips, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Glass table lamp from Philips based on a design by Jean-Paul Edmonds-Alt from the 70s. A table lamp with a simple shape and color. The lamp body is made entirely of glass with a whi...
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20th Century Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Glass

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

One of German Vintage Modernist Glass Sconce Wall Lamp 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
One of beautiful blown glass, brass and iron wall lamp,  Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: One
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Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

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Brass, Iron

Set of 2 Vintage Space Age Minimalist Clamp Table or Shelf Lamps from Philips
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist clamping light from Philips. A functional design. The luminaire consists of a simple pipe that obscures the socket. The back is closed with a black plastic element with v...
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20th Century Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Contemporary "O" Table Lamp in 24K Gold Plate by Robert Kuo, Hand Repoussé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"O" Table Lamp 24K Gold Plated Hand Repoussé Copper Base Limited Edition Natural Silk Pongee Shade Wired with US plug Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative r...
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2010s Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Gold, Copper

Gold-Plated Brass and Crystal Suspension Light with Organic Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This suspension is designed to be the focal point of any interior project. Its crystals refract and reflect light, creating a gentle illumination that enhances its surroundings. Wit...
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2010s European Minimalist Lighting

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Crystal, Gold Plate

Dòry Chandelier Nine Lights in Brass, Blown Glass, LED Light, Dimmable
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
An exquisite exercise in balance, this chandelier exudes a Minimalist flair marked by clean and essential lines. Its dimmable structure features two brass bars hanging from a brass ceiling rose...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Maeduep; 3 legged lighting Wall decoration
Located in Miami Beach, FL
When Tiger Used to Smoke: Collection implies the idea of long-term sustainability by working with masters of each field who deserve much more recognition and incorporating modern fur...
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2010s North Korean Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Textile, Cotton, Thread

Mid-Century German Minimalist Wall Glass Lamp from Bur, Bünte & Remmler, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist mid-century ceiling or wall light from the German manufacturer BUR Leuchten. The glass has a simple but striking egg shape with gentle curves. The base is not visible. It...
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20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Pair of late 1950's Minimalist Table Lamps
Located in Bern, CH
Pair of identical late 1950's Minimalist Table Lamps. Believed to be of Swiss origin. Black powder coated Aluminium shade on chromed steel base. With swiveling movement for direction...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Minimalist Lighting

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Aluminum, Steel

Italian floor lamp from the 1940s
Located in Vigevano, PV
Italian floor lamp from the 1940s, made entirely of wood. This lamp has been restored. The electrical system is original and in working order.
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1940s Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Triangular Danish Minimalist Wall Light in Glass, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large triangular sconce with glass front. Manufactured in Denmark during the early 1980s in a style reminiscent of Verner Panton.
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1980s Danish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Steel

matte off-white wall light made of glazed ceramic, blends in with the wall
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

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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