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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Modernist Brass & Handblown Iridescent Murano Glass Sconces w/ Orbital Drop
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of modernist sconces were handblown in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production. They feature e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Blackened Bronze Surface Sconce by Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Blackened Surface Sconce by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 30 x D 11 x H 35 cm Materials: Bronze (Blackened) The blackened surface sconce is an ambient, sculptural light cast in two ha...
Category

2010s Australian Modern Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Polifemo Sconce Contemporary Sculptural Wall Light Fixture Brass Onyx Wood
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Polifemo sconce is a composition of three natural elements, alabaster, brass, and mongoy wood complementing each other through a dialogue of pure geometries. The name of the piece refers to the Cyclope because of the giant eye glowing light from a hidden source. The light is filtered by translucent stone spreading a smooth light that became bright when it hits the brass element giving a sculptural effect. The brass is brushed with a wax coating to slow down the natural oxidation process, thus creating an alluring finish that ages gracefully over time. Materials: Machined brushed brass, alabaster, waxed mongoy wood All brass finishes are un-lacquered and hand sealed...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Reed Wall Light in Brass-based Bronze Finish, UL Listed by Tom Kirk
Located in London, GB
Inspired by slender, natural forms, the Reed Wall Lights are designed to deliver soft accents to an interior lighting scheme. Used in conjunction with the Reed portable luminaires, t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Nordic Industrial Bathroom Wall Sconce in White Porcelain by Ifö
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Industrial - Bauhaus inspired bathroom wall light in white porcelain. Model number: 6050b designed by Knud Holscher for Ifö in Sweden and manufactu...
Category

1980s Swedish Vintage Modern Lighting

Materials

Porcelain

Super Blue Table Light 'EU' 220 Volts, by Martine Bedin from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
Here you are shown the EU wired, super blue table or floor lamp in fiberglass, designed in 1981, by Martine Bedin. Color options also include: Yellow, White with Colored Sockets, and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass, Fiberglass

Contemporary Blown Crystal Glass Floor Lamp, Pebbles by Boris Klimek for Bomma
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary blown crystal glass floor lamp - Pebbles by Boris Klimek for Bomma Pebbles are reminders of exceptional moments or favorite pl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Lighting

Materials

Crystal

Arouca Table Light
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Arouca Table Light Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Artisanal table light with a cube ceramic base, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each pie...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

Arouca Table Light
Arouca Table Light
$1,102 / item
Modernist Hand-Blown Smoked Amethyst Murano & Brass 6-Tier Disc Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Smoked Amethyst Six-Tier Disc Chandelier W/ Brass Fittings originates from Italy during the 20th Century. This magnificent chandelier is a t...
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Serpentine XL Vertical Stone Wall Sconce
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In this solid stone wall sconce, generous curves are paired with crisp edges and the repetition of geometry to create a flow. The sconce snakes up and off the wall, a sculptural ligh...
Category

2010s American Modern Lighting

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Aura Pendant Light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Aura pendant light by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio Dimensions: 15" x 3" x 18" (15" Aura) Materials: Copper, brass, wire, cord Finishes: Blackened steel, brass, copper All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to the USA it will be wired for the USA for instance. Socket/lamp: E26/E27; Bulbs: G25/ G125 recommended watt/volt: max 60w; line voltage to 300v Ladies & Gentlemen Studio is a multi-faceted design studio based in Brooklyn's Red Hook...
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2010s American Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass, Copper, Wire

SLAMP Avia Medium Pendant Light in TURQUOISE by Zaha Hadid
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Zaha Hadid’s visionary, fluid, and dynamic luminous architectural objects bring the designer’s revolutionary and iconic semantics to any domestic or public space, inspiring harmony b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Other

Adjustable Floor Lamp by George Hansen for Metalarte, Spain
Located in Barcelona, ES
Adjustable floor lamp designed in 1970's by George Hansen and produced by Metalarte, Spain. Brass and lacquered metal. Adjustable in height from 104 to 140 cm, the arm is rotatable.
Category

1970s Spanish Vintage Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Crystal Glass & Leather Pendant Lamp, Dew Drops by Boris Klimek 'Set of 2'
Located in Warsaw, PL
Blown crystal glass & leather pendant lamp - dew drops by Boris Klimek for Bomma Dew drops sparkling on a thin blade of grass expose the elementa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Lighting

Materials

Crystal

Small 'Fly 1 Metal' Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau
Located in Glendale, CA
Small 'Fly 1 Metal' Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mesiere, who meticulously pays homage to the work of Pierre Chareau with scrupulous attention to detail and materials. Executed in the highest quality solid European alabaster blocks...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Lighting

Materials

Alabaster, Metal

Totem #1 Modern Black Jesmonite Plastered Terracotta Raffia & Brass Table Lamp
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Totem lamp collection is inspired by Brutalist forms. Each piece is finished with hand applied details which gives it a hand crafted aesthetic. The terracotta base is finished in...
Category

2010s South African Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Natural White Calacatta Marble Surface Sconce by Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Calacatta Surface Sconce by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 30 x D 11 x H 35 cm Materials: Calacatta Marble This sculptural item is handmade in Sydney Australia. The surface sconce in C...
Category

2010s Australian Modern Lighting

Materials

Marble

Rectangular Ceramic Lamp
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Artisanal Ceramic Table Light by Project 213A. Crafted in the brand's in-house ceramic workshop. Light launched in 2023 during Salone de Mobile at the Alcova Fair in Milano as part ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Lighting

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Murano Glass Amber and Gold Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Murano glass lamps from the island of Murano, Italy outside of Venice. These hand-blown lamps are crafted in the “specchiatto” technique which creates a mirrored glass. They ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Bulb - Hand-blown warm dimmable light fixture lightbulb chandelier - ANNA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blown glass body worked in rigamenà is decorated with evocative and original colors and shapes from the Murano craft tradition. The central body is encircled by sprinkling decoration...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass

Pair of Globe Flush Mounts, Research.Lighting, Copper, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Globe Flush Mounts in polished copper designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Copper Electronics: 1x ...
Category

2010s American Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass, Steel

Tekiò Horizontal P4 Pendant Lamp by Anthony Dickens
Located in Geneve, CH
Tekiò horizontal P4 pendant lamp by Anthony Dickens. Dimensions: D 25 x W 226 x H 25 cm. Materials: Metal, washi japanese paper shade. Available in...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Kong Black Gorilla Floor Lamp, Designed by Stefano Giovannoni, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2.2) Giovannoni's Kong is, surprisingly, technological and almost human. It shines in front...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Plastic

FLOS Romeo Moon S1 Pendant Light by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In the hands of Philippe Starck, this iconic design received a modern update through the use of the latest technology and most innovative materials. Featuring a fluted glass shade that is perfectly suited to any design style, the Romeo Moon...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Customizable 3-Globe Flush-Mount Chandelier in Powder-Coated or Plated Steel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The scalloped design of the Lenox series is a sophisticated and modern take on Art Nouveau. The metal tube bends around the shape of the globe light, creating a flow of movement and synchrony between the two parts. The fixture is completely customizable in finish, layout, and color — it can be made with 3, 5, 20, or as many globes as you want, scaling it up to any size. The steel can be finished in a standard RAL color powder-coat (no charge), a custom-matched color powder-coat ($400 surcharge), polished-nickel or polished-brass plating ($3,200 surcharge), or a metal patina ($1,500 surcharge, color options shown in images). All surcharges are discounted 10% for trade accounts...
Category

2010s American Modern Lighting

Materials

Steel

SLAMP - LA VIE ceiling/wall Mini- BLUE - by Adriano Rachele
Located in Pomezia, Rome
La Vie is synonymous with energy and harmony, inspired by the Flower of Life's celebrated symbology representing the endless configurations of materials, from atoms to galaxies, cont...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Other

Chandelier 08 V1 by Magic Circus Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Chandelier 08 V1 by Magic Circus Editions Dimensions: H 160 x W 156 cm Spheres: Glass 140 Materials: Smooth brass, glass Available finishes: Brass, nickel, black brass, red br...
Category

2010s French Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Quattro Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Bronze Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Quattro ceiling light plays with the notion of lines and shapes, bringing the concept to life with its distinctive winding frame with four va...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pink Murano Glass Torchiere Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of sconces, Italian, from the Island of Murano outside of Venice. The torchiere sconces feature hand blown pink pearlescent glass components on a polished brass structure. They ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Modern Multicolored Vintage Glass Floor Lamp Orbital Terra Foscarini Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern multicolored vintage floor lamp model Orbital Terra by Ferrucchio Laviani, which was designed 1992 for Foscarini, Italy. The multicolored lamp...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Custom 13-Arm Plaster Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Custom 13-arm plaster fixture. This fixture uses (13) E12 candelabra bulbs at 40 watts each. All plaster fixtures are UL wired. Please note that fixtur...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lighting

Materials

Plaster

Riegel Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Riegel chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: D 175.8 x H 199 cm Materials: brass, opal glass Weight: 31.2 kg Finishes available: Black gunmetal, polished nickel, brass Other sizes...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Modernist 14-Disc Sconces in Handblown Murano Amethyst & Translucent Glass
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful pair of modernist 14-disc vistosi sconces were made exclusively for High Style Deco by our atelier in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice, renowned for c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Chrome

RD15 8 Arms Black Gunmetal Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
RD15 8 Arms Black Gunmetal Chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: Diameter 200.3 x H 180 cm Materials: Solid brass, hand-blown glass globes Finish: Black Gunmetal. Also available in fin...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Large Black and White Marble Pillar Lamps by Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Large Arabescato Pillar Lamps by Henry Wilson Dimensions: D 35 x H 40 Materials: Arabescato Marble Pillar lamp is hewn from two pieces of solid Arabescato marble. It is hea...
Category

2010s Australian Modern Lighting

Materials

Marble

Aura Pendant 36inch
Located in Arcata, CA
At the Hilliard studio we operate with a primary goal in mind: Create something useful, beautiful and cherished. We believe that fine lighting fixtures should be timeless in style and in materials. By using glass, bronze and stone we can ensure that our fixtures become the heirlooms of our next generation. Every Hilliard fixture is signed, numbered and dated. The unique and beautiful Aura is crafted from glass tiles that have been cooked in a kiln and then wrapped in copper tape. They are then soldered together on a mold and attached to the bronze frame. Designed by Noel and Janene Hilliard 2012 Made in Arcata, CA, USA UL Listed 120v 220v available Title 24 JA8...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Globe Flush Mount, Research.Lighting, Polished Copper, 5in Glass, In Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe Flush Mount in polished copper designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Copper Electronics: 1x G...
Category

2010s American Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass, Steel

Bunch Pendant, by Research.Lighting, Black, 5in Glass Globe, In Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Bunch Pendant designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Steel, Glass, Brass Finish: Powder Coated Steel in black Electronics: 5x G9 Sockets,...
Category

2010s American Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Poliedri Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian modern chandelier with clear polyhedron / polyhedral shaped Murano glass, mounted on white enameled metal frame, in the style of Venini and Carlo Scarpa / Made in Italy by Fa...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Modern Brass & Enameled Floor Lamp Easel, Adjustable , Later 20th C
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Modern Brass & Enameled Floor Lamp Easel, Adjustable, Late 20th C. Raised on a tripod base, showing design influences of Angelo Le...
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Wink Big Wall Lamp - Gold Bathed Frame and Pastel Pink Fringe by Masquespacio
Located in Geneve, CH
Wink Big Wall Lamp - Gold Bathed Frame and Pastel Pink Fringe by Masquespacio Dimensions: 30 x 50 x 15 cm Materials: Metal structure bathed in 24 ct gold...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Sintesi Table Lamp Design by Ernesto Gismondi for Artemide 1970s
Located in Krefeld, DE
Nice black Sintesi desk lamp designed by Ernesto Gismondi and produced by Artemide in the 1970s. The lamp is in original paint and comes with a E26/E27 socket. The lamp is in in full...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

1980s Modern Murano Glass and Metal Italian Big Wall Sconces by Leucos
Located in Aci Castello, IT
These sleek and elegant 1980s modern wall sconces by Leucos showcase the exquisite craftsmanship of Murano glass by Renato Toso. The cylindrical forms are crafted from glossy white M...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Customizable Pendant Lamp 'Donya Spot' by Anour, White Solar, Black steel
Located in Paris, IDF
Customizable Pendant Lamp 'Donya Spot' by Anour, White Solar, Black steel Dimensions: ø 26 cm x H. 24 cm Technical details: - 240V / 120V - GU 10 bulb (bulb not included) - Wattage...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Lighting

Materials

Stone, Stainless Steel

Poul Henningsen Pair of Limited Edition Three-Arm Chandeliers
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of three-arm "PH Stammkrone" chandeliers by Poul Henningsen. Both featuring 2/1 opal glass shade sets and browned brass hardware. Designed in the 1950s, later limed edition pr...
Category

1950s Danish Vintage Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Groove Series Socket Pendant, Modern Handmade Glass Lighting
Located in New York, NY
These hanging lights feature an embedded groove that offers a precise, machine-made quality to offset these otherwise wholly handmade creations. Whether showcased individually, as an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

Lopez Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DIMENSIONS To be commissioned Dimension variations occur naturally, +/- 1” FINISHES Clay Warm White Satin Additional finishes available upon request Shown in custom clay finish: met...
Category

2010s American Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Black Leather Modern Satin Brass Sarah Ceiling Pendant 14" Drum
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Composed of a hand-sewn leather drum fitted between a satin brass top and bottom ring, the Sarah can be customized with the drop height that is right for your space and the pipe can ...
Category

2010s American Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass and Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of Shapes Vanity Sconces, by Research.Lighting, Black, Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Shapes Large Sconces designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Steel, Brass, Glass Finish: Powder Coated Steel in black Electronics: 2x G9 S...
Category

2010s American Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pauly and C° Murano Pastoral Chandelier, Blue, Red, Orange, Pink, Yellow Crystal
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Classic multi-coloured Murano blown and bent glass Pastoral chandelier with rich colours and festive floral design elements: richly decorated with flowers and leaves in transparent o...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Murano Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Adjustable Chrome Floor Lamp by Casella
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970’s adjustable polish chrome floor lamp design by Casella. Can be rotated 360* and can be lower down to 39.25”or extend up to 54.25” high. It has a full range dimmer built in ...
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Lamp 53
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Lamp 53 - Blue Drawing inspiration from 70s cork lamps, this piece is uniquely characterized by a 53-degree angle, from which it derives its name. This unique angle serves as the f...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Lighting

Materials

Plywood

Brass Swing Arm Sconce, Made in England
Located in Culver City, CA
With ebonised wood backplate, brass hardware, and black metal shade. Interior can be painted saffron yellow. Designed and produced in Gloucestershire England. Made in England...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass, Metal

Moon Bracket Lamp by SB26
Located in Geneve, CH
Moon bracket lamp by SB26 Dimensions: W 159 x D 43 x H 19 cm Materials: Steel, copper, brass gilded with pure gold. Evoking an Industrial metal ...
Category

2010s French Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass, Copper, Steel

Drop Chandelier Oxidized Metal by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Drop Chandelier Oxidized Metal by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl. Dimensions: L155 x W91 x H21 cm Materials: Lampshade: Oxidized Aluminium Pipes...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Fun Guy Stained Glass and Natural Aluminum Small Pendant by Frangere Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Amid the machine polished surfaces of contemporary life, the Fun Guy Pendant celebrates the mark of the human hand, with a striking level of charm and sophisti...
Category

2010s New Zealand Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Tekiò Circular P8 Pendant Lamp by Anthony Dickens
Located in Geneve, CH
Tekiò circular P8 pendant lamp by Anthony Dickens Dimensions: D 140 x H 25 cm Materials: Metal, Washi japanese paper shade. Canopy: Circular. Availa...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Modern Davide Medri for Dilmos Modular Links Hand-Cut Glass Mosaics Lighting
Located in Milan, IT
Suspended or wall-mounted light module in the form of a chain, designed for Dilmos Milano. Made in the shape of a chain segment in a handcut reflective mosaic finish. Available in si...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lighting

Materials

Cut Glass

Pair of Modern Lamps in Black Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Petal Lamps by R&Y Augousti are a striking testament to contemporary design infused with timeless elegance. These sculptural table lamps feature an exquisite interplay of materia...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

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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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