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Modern Lighting

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Creator: Flos
Creator: Bergboms
Flos In Vitro Bollard 3 0-10V 3000K Floor Lamp in Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 1 0-10V 2700K Floor Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 3 0-10V 2700K Floor Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K 0-10V LED Suspension Lamp in Forest Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection of glowing glass lanterns blends craftsmanship and technology in a singular design, concealing the LED light source at the top to appear magically lit. Its slim glass...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K 0-10V LED Ceiling Light in Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K 0-10V LED Wall Scone in Anthracite by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 3 0-10V 2700K Floor Lamp in Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 1 0-10V 2700K Floor Lamp in Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 2 2700K LED Floor Lamp in Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K 0-10V LED Ceiling Light in Anthracite by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 1 0-10V 3000K Floor Lamp in Forest Green by Philippe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K Non Dimmable Wall Scone in Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K 0-10V LED Wall Scone in White by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K 0-10V LED Suspension Lamp in Forest Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K LED Ceiling Light in Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K 0-10V LED Ceiling Light in Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K Non Dimmable LED Wall Scone in Pale Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K 0-10V LED Ceiling Light in Terracotta by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K 0-10V LED Wall Scone in Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the Classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 2 0-10V 3000K Floor Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K 0-10V LED Suspension Lamp in White by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection of glowing glass lanterns blends craftsmanship and technology in a singular design, concealing the LED light source at the top to appear magically lit. Its slim glass...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 1 3000K LED Floor Lamp in Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K 0-10V LED Wall Scone in Terracotta by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K Non Dimmable LED Wall Scone in White by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection of glowing glass lanterns blends craftsmanship and technology in a singular design, concealing the LED light source at the top to appear magically lit. Its slim glass...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 1 0-10V 3000K Floor Lamp in Pale Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 1 3000K LED Floor Lamp in Deep Brown by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K Non Dimmable Wall Scone in Forest Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection of glowing glass lanterns blends craftsmanship and technology in a singular design, concealing the LED light source at the top to appear magically lit. Its slim glass...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K 0-10V LED Wall Scone in Pale Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 1 3000K LED Floor Lamp in Pale Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 1 3000K LED Floor Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K 0-10V LED Wall Scone in Deep Brown by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 1 0-10V 3000K Floor Lamp in Terracotta by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K 0-10V LED Wall Scone in Deep Brown by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K 0-10V LED Suspension Lamp in Terracotta by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K 0-10V LED Suspension Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K 0-10V LED Wall Scone in Forest Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K 0-10V LED Wall Scone in Pale Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K 0-10V LED Suspension Lamp in Pale Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K 0-10V LED Suspension Lamp in Deep Brown by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K LED Suspension Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 3 0-10V 2700K Floor Lamp in White by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K 0-10V LED Suspension Lamp in Deep Brown by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K 0-10V LED Suspension Lamp in Terracotta by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K 0-10V LED Suspension Lamp in White by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 3 0-10V 2700K Floor Lamp in Pale Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K 0-10V LED Suspension Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K Non Dimmable Wall Scone in Forest Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 1 3000K LED Floor Lamp in Forest Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 3 0-10V 2700K Floor Lamp in Terracotta by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 3 0-10V 2700K Floor Lamp in Forest Green by Philippe Starc
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K Non Dimmable LED Wall Scone in Deep Brown by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 1 3000K LED Floor Lamp in White by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 3 2700K LED Floor Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K Non Dimmable LED Wall Scone in White by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 3 0-10V 3000K Floor Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K 0-10V LED Suspension Lamp in Pale Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K LED Suspension Lamp in White by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translates to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro Bollard 3 0-10V 3000K Floor Lamp in Pale Green by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant outdoor lighting collection designed by Philippe Starck, In Vitro (translate to inside glass) modernizes the classic lantern into a contemporary structure. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern 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, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used 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 Vistosi, Artemide, Flos, and DOOQ. 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.

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