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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
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

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

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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

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

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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

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

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

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

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Gold, Copper

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

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

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Ceramic

Danish Minimalist White Confetti Pendant Lamp by Claus Bonderup - Focus, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair 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

Pair of Red Stilnovo “Plafoniera” Lamps As New, Italy, 1980s, Melamine & Metal
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
This pair of red “Plafoniera” lamps by Stilnovo Milano represents the essence of 1980s Italian design — precise, architectural, and full of character. Produced by the Centro Stilnovo...
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1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Set of 2 Mid-Century String Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist table lights with a striking foot. The cylindrical umbrella is made of a kind of plastic or fiberglass. Outside he shows a rough granulate structure. The most striking de...
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20th Century Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Plastic

Set of Four German Vintage Minimalist White Glass Flush Mounts Wall Lights
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of four Minimalist white matt glass wall flush mounts / sconces. Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US E26) Price for set.
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Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Glass

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

Space Age German Minimalist Floor Lamp from Cosack
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist floor lamp from Cosack. A simple design in a minimalist design language. The floor lamp is a classic ceiling floodlight. The shade shows the shape of a shallow bowl. The ...
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20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century German Minimalist Clamp Lamp from Beisl, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist mid century clamping lamp from Beisl. The minimalist radiation shape of the white light head is striking. Simple cylinder of different sizes. The spotlight head sits at t...
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20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century German Minimalist Wall Lamp from Beisl, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist mid-century wall lamp from Beisl. The minimalist radiation shape of the black lighting head is striking. Simple cylinder of different sizes. The spotlight head sits at th...
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20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Plastic

BITO, geometric minimalist wall lamp model S435, brass and steel, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Forserum, SE
A minimalist wall lamp model S435 with a strict geometric aesthetic, produced by the Danish manufacturer BITO in the 1970s. Crafted from solid brass and steel, this lamp is of unusua...
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1970s Danish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Brass, Steel

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

Materials

Metal

Idman Minimalist Ceiling Lamps in White Opaline Glass Model 80113, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant pair of ceiling lamps model 80113, manufactured by Idman in Finland in the 1950s. This very minimal design fits easily into any interior. As with a lot of Scandinavian des...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Grandine Silver Five Lights contemporary Floor Lamp Tarnished Silver Brass
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Inspired by pieces of hail, Grandine Five Lights is composed of five touching glass orbs, which are positioned to give the impression of balls of ice tha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Minilux Wall Lamp by Rosemarie and Rico Baltensweiler for Baltensweiler, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist wall light from the Swiss manufacturer Baltensweiler, based on a design by Rosemarie and Rico Baltensweiler from the 1960s. A functional design with a very sober design la...
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20th Century Swiss Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Paul Mayen Hanging Fixture with Cylindrical Glass Diffusers
Located in New York, NY
Rare hanging fixture composed of four glass cylinders of varying heights and diameters, arranged in a spiral pattern; each held by three protruding brass-plated rods. Designed by Pau...
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1950s American Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Set of German Vintage Sculptural Chrome Glass Sconces Wall Lights
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of 3 beautiful chrome and glass wall lights. Germany Lamp sockets: E27 (US E26).
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Late 20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Hecate – Leather Pendant Lamp by Studio Aristotelis Barakos X Aumorfia
Located in Athens, GR
A unique collaboration between Studio Aristotelis Barakos and Aumorfia, the Hecate lighting collection unveils a captivating blend of modern elegance and ancient mysticism. A tableto...
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2010s Greek Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Leather, Opaline Glass

Itsu Minimalist "Pill" Ceiling Lamp in White Opaline Glass Model AR50, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant ceiling lamp model AR 50, manufactured by Itsu in Finland in the 1950s. This very minimal design fits easily into any interior. As with a lot of Scandinavian design the be...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Ceiling or Wall Flush Mount Light Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Large sculptural Sciolari style ceiling or wall flush mount by Leola. Black and chrome version. Germany, 1960s.
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1960s German Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass, Chrome

EDEN pendant light in black patina by Stephanie Balini
Located in Paris, FR
Eden pendant light Stéphanie Balini’s Eden pendant light is a modular system of light elements that offers infinite scope for customisation. This cast bronze LED luminaire is availab...
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2010s French Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Gold, Bronze

1970's Minimalist Swiss Wall Lamp
Located in Bern, CH
Minimalist 1970’s Spot Wall / Ceiling Lamp. Metal light diffuser with chromed metal arm and metal wall mount. Adjustable for directional lighting. Ideal for hallway, bedside lighting...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

1970's Minimalist Swiss Wall Lamp
1970's Minimalist Swiss Wall Lamp
$146 Sale Price
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Vintage Grey Minimalist Sconces from Aneta, 1970s, Set of 2
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Minimalist sconces, set of 2 - Made of powder-coated steel - Designed and manufactured by Aneta - Swedish design, 1970s.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Steel

Pair of German Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Flush Mounts, 1960
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Art Deco style crystal glass and brass flush mounts. Germany, 1960s. On request available as pendants.
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Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

German Space Age Modern Pair Desk/Shelf Clip-on Task Lights Roger Tallon Erco
Located in Miami, FL
German Space Age Modern Pair of Desk/Shelf Clip-on Lights by Roger Tallon (1929-2011), world re-known French Industrial designer, for Erco Leuchten Germany 1970s. This pair of Minimalist clip on lamps...
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1970s German Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Unique Murano Glass Talar Modern Chandelier
Located in Murano, VE
This stunning suspension tower is part of the Talar collection, a series realized in aluminum and Murano glass by Wave Murano Glass and the design duo Scattered Disc Objects (SDOBJS)...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Murano Glass

Stuccoed plaster table lamps with straw shade
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
Stuccoed plaster lamp. The finish of the plasterwork is slightly textured (see detail pictures) With straw custom-made shade. France, modern production Model: "Apulia" Simple m...
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2010s French Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Plaster, Straw

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

Set of Four Sculptural Ceiling or Wall Flush Mounts Chandeliers, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of four sculptural Sciolari style ceiling or wall flush mounts. Germany, 1960s. Measures: height 13.8 in, width 13.8 in, depth 7 in Rare brushed brass version. Lamp sockets: à 5x...
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Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

1960's Belmag Desk Lamp - Alfred Müller, Switzerland
Located in Bern, CH
Vintage Swiss 1960’s Belmag Desk / Table Lamp designed by Alfred Müller. With swiveling shade on a height adjustable with extending swiveling tubular arm for varied lighting requirem...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Pair of French Minimalist Wall Lights Flush Mounts Sconces
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of minimalist white lacquered metal wall (or ceiling?) lights by SCE. France, 1980s. Lamp sockets: One E27 (US E26).     
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Late 20th Century French Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

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

Materials

Metal

Witches Hat Conical Minimal, Uncluttered Linen and Brass Pendant by Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
Witches Hat Pendant is a minimal uncluttered, selectively detailed, timeless, conical pendant that works equally well flush mounted or suspended. These hand made Wende Reid Studio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Copper, Brass

One of... Sculptural Ceiling or Wall Light Flush Mount Chandelier by Leola 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
ONE of... beautiful sculptural Sciolari style ceiling or wall flush mount by Leola. Germany, 1960s. Chrome version. Measures: Height 13.8 in, width 13.8 in, depth 7 in. Other versio...
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Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Sculpture Lighting Batten and Kamp Minimalist
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Sculptural lighting by Batten and Kamp. made of acrylic tubes and brass. Working with 100-240V, Neon tube LED12W.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Vintage Danish White Minimalist Pendant Lamp by Lyfa, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A vintage white pendant designed and manufactured by Lyfa in Denmark during the 1970s. The bulb can be height-adjusted allowing you to change the...
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1980s Danish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

The suspension Craie by Charlotte Besson-Oberlin
Located in Paris, FR
The Craie suspension consists of two shoulders covered with a leather breastplate.Craie embodies the meeting of mineral-white plaster and animal Collet leather.One structures, the ot...
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2010s French Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Rodney Kinsman Style Black Enameled Metal Ceiling Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, minimalist black enameled metal Beiffeplast style ceiling pendant. The attractive pyramid shaped shade is suspended from canopy with decorative ball bead chain. In good ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Gold-Plated Art Deco Floor Lamp with Marble and Black Lacquer Accents
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This exquisite floor lamp is a harmonious blend of emperador marble, lacquered wood, and gleaming brass rings. The rich brown marble, adorned with subtle golden veins, lends a touch ...
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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Marble, Brass

Nuvola Five Lights Contemporary Chandelier-Pendant Polished Brass, Customizable
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Nuvola Five Lights floats in space like a Jewel hanging from the Ceiling, hooked at the end of a Leather Cord that has been hand-knotted around the brass tube; a perfect equilibrium ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

In-Stock Gold Plated Lotus Chandelier With Tiered Glass Petals
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Lotus Suspension draws inspiration from the delicate beauty of the lotus flower, embodying both simplicity and splendor in its design. Its form elegantly mimics the natural shape...
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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Stainless Steel

Italy Contemporary Design Glass and Brass Table Lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
This lamp speaks to the unique ability to light up different section of the lamp body, and it express and inspires intimacy while talking with someone one on one. The one on one is c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Geometric Philips Wall Lights, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Minimalist, burnt orange and white wall sconces by Philips, in enameled metal and acrylic light covers, porcelain sockets, marked, wired for US standards, one E27 socket each, max wa...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Nuvola Pendant Customizable Dimmable and Touch Sensor Brass Blown Glass Leather
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Nuvola pendant floats in space like a jewel hanging from the ceiling, hooked at the end of a leather cord that has been hand-knotted around the brass tu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Boréns Sweden White Minimalist Wall Lamp, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large simplistically made up- or down-light wall sconce in white lacquered steel. Designed at made at Boréns in Sweden during the 1980s. Design number: 6513,3. Measurements: Diamet...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Steel

White French Minimalist Wall Sconce By Pierre Disderot, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A fixed wall light designed and manufactured by Pierre Disderot Paris during the 1980s. Its an up light sconce that projects the light towards the ceiling creating an ambient and cos...
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1980s French Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Steel

Maeduep; An aubergine and A Cicada. Candle sconce / Backflow Incense Burner
Located in Miami Beach, FL
A candle sconce constructed with cotton rope, viscose casing, and brass. The brass part is made by a metal turning master who worked as a technician for more than 45 years. The rope ...
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2010s North Korean Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Minimalist Ceiling Lamp Pair In White Opaline Glass, Pohjoismainen Sähkö, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant pair of ceiling lamps in white opaline glass made in Finland in the 1950s. This very minimal design fits easily into any interior. As with a lot of Scandinavian design the...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Metal

Pendant Lamp Featuring Brass Tubes in Both, Rectangular and Circular Shapes
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This handmade pendant showcases long plated brass tubes in rectangular and circular shapes, with a striking combination of matte and polished plated finishes that give the design an ...
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2010s European Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Set of 3 German Vintage Minimalist Glass Flush Mounts Ceiling Wall Lights 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of three beautiful Minimalist matte white opal glass flush mounts. Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 1x Price for set!
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Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Glass, Bakelite

Minimalist Linear Chandelier Crafted Entirely from Brass with a Black Nickel Fin
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This suspension lamp is a captivating blend of minimalism and elegance. Its design, inspired by the natural formations of stars, creates a striking focal point for any space. Crafted...
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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass, Nickel

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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