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Item Ships From: Tri-State Area
Venini Anni Trenta Pendant Light in Milk White
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Anni Trenta Suspension lamp, designed and manufactured by Venini, features sinuous lines, clearly reminiscent of the 1930s. Available in two different colo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Glass
Single Murano Glass Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
An Italian circa 1940's Twisted clear Murano glass table lamp.
Measurements:
Height of body: 11.5"
Height to shade rest: 20.25"
Diameter: 4.75"
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
STAR20 Rock Crystal Star Chandeliers by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Finely carved star form rock crystal chandelier with polished brass finish frame. Created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
The chandelier is 20"/W x 20"/D x 20"/H without the chain.
Height...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Rock Crystal
Modernist Handblown Murano Clear Glass Table Lamps with 24kt White Gold Flecks
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of table lamps were handblown in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production. They feature tear d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Gold
Bellhop Grey Portable Rechargeable Wireless Desk or Table Lamp for FLOS
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Flos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FLOS Bellhop T Table Lamp in Grey by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby
This sleek tabletop lamp was originally created by renowned designers Edward Barber a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Resin
1950s Eight-Arm Italian Solid Brass Flower Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1950s eight-arm large Italian solid brass flower chandelier. Newly restored and professionally rewired.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large Glazed Plaster Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large circa 1960s French glazed plaster table lamps leaf motif in relief.
Measurements:
Height of body 17"
Height to shade rest 27"
Diameter 12".
Category
1960s French Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Plaster
Late 19th Century Chandelier by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in Long Island City, NY
Late 19th century cut and moulded glass, 12 lights crystal chandelier by Baccarat, France. Dimensions: Height 44"; Diameter 33".
Few parts probably later replacement, manor crack...
Category
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Crystal
Series01 Lg Sconce, Polished Unlacquered Brass, Gochu Red Leather Pivoting Shade
By Adam Otlewski
Located in Ozone Park, NY
Solid machined brass in polished unlacquered finish, hand-dyed soft unstructured leather pivoting shade. All material finishes are living finishes: they will change and patina for th...
Category
2010s American Bauhaus Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Sculptural Brutalist Patinated Steel Ribbon Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
This dramatic and graphic pair of table lamps were realized in the United States, circa 1960. They feature contorting ribbons of patinated steel threaded with a cylindrical rod in th...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Enamel, Steel
Pair of Crystal Sconces by Carl Fagerliund for Orrefors. ( 4 Pairs available)
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful pair of 1960's thick Crystal bubble sconces.
The glass sits on a simple brass back plate with a single candelabra
light socket that has been newly rewired for the US.
6...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Venini Murano glass flush mount ceiling light, Italy 1960s
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Murano glass flush mount ceiling light
Murano reticello glass, brass, steel.
Made in Italy in 1940s.
Takes 1 Edison bulbs each.
...
Category
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Wall Lamp
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hans-Agne Jakobsson wall lamp.
Brass and glass.
Designed and made in Sweden, 1960s.
Takes 1 medium base bulb.
Complimentary US rewiring upon request.
We take pride in bringing vinta...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass
Silk over Metal "Stand By" Pendant Lamp 48 in / 122 cm
Located in linden, NJ
The Stand By Pendant Light is an eye-catching statement piece that will add a touch of elegance and artistry to any space. The powerful sculptural kinetic lamp elevates any interior ...
Category
2010s Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Table Lamp with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass
2-Tier Counterbalance Chandelier in Brass & Enamel, Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Counterbalance 2-Tier chandelier, a smaller but equally stunning version of our best-selling Counterbalance. The fixture draws inspiration from French and Italian mod...
Category
2010s American Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass, Nickel, Enamel, Bronze
Italian Alabaster Lamp with Leaf Motif
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-737 Italian alabaster lamp with leaf motif
Height to top of socket 17"
Original wiring.
Category
1920s Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Alabaster
KINA 3 Flushmount in Bronze and Blown Glass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Gino Sarfatti
Located in New York, NY
Crafted with a nod to nature's beauty, the KINA 3 Flushmount boasts an asymmetrical design that draws inspiration from an intricate sea urchin. Not for the faint of heart; the Kina 3...
Category
2010s American Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Fontana Arte by Pietro Chiesa suspension ceiling light
By Pietro Chiesa, Fontana Arte
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fontana Arte by Pietro Chiesa suspension ceiling light.
Designed and made in Italy in 1940s.
Etched glass diffuser with a floral motif and a second diffuser in acid etched glass.
Tak...
Category
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass
Italian Blue Glass Pendant Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's semi-flushed pendant blue blown glass light fixture with three interior candelabra lights.
Measurements:
Height: 10"
Diameter: 19"
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Tuxedo Wall Sconce in Oil-Rubbed Bronze & Mint Green Enamel, Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Arteluce, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
The Tuxedo wall sconce or reading light designed by Blueprint Lighting, 2018. This design is strongly influenced by both French and Italian Mid-Cent...
Category
2010s American Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Chrome, Nickel
Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Fluted Table Lamps W/ 24K Gold Fleck Detailing
Located in New York, NY
This exquisitely elegant Pair of Modernist Hand-Blown Transparent & Fluted Murano Glass Table Lamps W/ 24Karat Gold Fleck Detailing originates from Italy during the 21st Century. The...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Gold
Anna Karlin Form Light, Bronze
By Anna Karlin
Located in New York, NY
Cast bronze, handblown glass and marble works stretch between floor and ceiling. It is both sculpture and light-giving. The height of each Form is tailored to fit perfectly in any sp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze
1800s large Oil Lantern
Located in Peekskill, NY
This was a very early oil lantern that has now been wired to take three E26 bulbs. It a large size lantern with an 18 inch diameter made up by 8 sections and 24 glass panels. The lam...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Rustic Antique Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Tin
Murano Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1960s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Murano glass flush mount ceiling light.
Designed and made in Italy in 1960s.
Graniglia glass, brass.
Takes four candelabra bulbs.
Complimentary US rewiring upon request.
We take pr...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Vintage Foliage Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1960's French glass and foliage lamps
Measurements:
Height of body: 21"
Height to shade rest: 29"
Diameter at widest: 13"
Category
1960s French Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Glass
Set of Single Light Anglo-Indian Sconces, Sold in Pairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of four circa 1950's Anglo-Indian sconces with clear globes, single lights.
Sold per pair.
Measurements:
Height: 24"
Width: 5.5"
Depth: 12"
Category
1920s English Anglo-Indian Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Wood
FLOS Taccia Led Lamp in Bronze by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
By Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Castiglioni brothers often created designs that challenged our perspective, and the Taccia, which gives the illusion of an upside-down hanging lamp, is an inspired example of tha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
FLOS Tatou F Floor Lamp in Bronze by Patricia Urquiola
By Flos, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Its name is French for “armadillo,” the unassuming animal whose brilliant structure keeps it protected and makes it unique. Designer Patricia Urquiola conceptualized this floor lamp to play on the filtration of light, with remarkable results.
The Tatou-F offers diffused light and has an exterior diffuser in PC (polycarbonate). Its internal diffuser is injection-printed opal PC. The support and base are painted steel.
Inspiration behind the design:
“The process began by looking for different ways to reconstruct membranes, conceived like Japanese armor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Steel
Postmodern Iron Torchiere Floor Lamp
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Great period Post Modern Torchiere floor lamp. Textured iron frame set atop a travertine base. Wonderful geometrics with an aesthetic movement vibe. Great uplighting.
Curbside to NYC...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Travertine, Iron
Small Delicate 1800s Victorian Student Desk Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
A Victorian period student desk lamp from about 1875 is solid brass, and was meant to burn oil or kerosene. The tank is off to the side, helping light shine down onto a desktop. This...
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Scale 'Monarch' Articulated Wall Mount Lamp in Bronze, Blueprint Lighting
By Stilnovo, Mathieu Matégot, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Large scale "Monarch" wall-mount lamp or sconce, handmade by Blueprint Lighting. The wide brass band and dramatically scaled flared cone makes the Monarch a strong design statement,...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Bronze, Copper, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel, Aluminum, Brass
Hand-Wrought Tudor Floor Lamp in the Style of Oscar Bach
By Oscar Bruno Bach
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A hand-wrought iron floor lamp in the style of Oscar Bach. In the Tudor revival style with whimsical floral details. Mica insert shade provides a warm glow. Floor foot on / off switc...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Orb Sconce
By Allied Maker
Located in Glen Cove, NY
This simple surface mount features a 7" diameter glass globe. The globe is mouth-blown from artisans in Vermont and features bespoke brass hardware that allows for easy bulb access w...
Category
2010s American Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass
Bright Side 4
Located in Glen Cove, NY
Four bent-brass arms are precisely joined at a seamless center point. This intersection is a visual display of master craftsmanship. The anchor-like shape gives reference to a tradit...
Category
2010s American Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass
Important pair of pineapple-form Murano glass table lamps by Barovier e Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Montreal, QC
Important pair of pineapple-form Murano glass table lamps resting on brass bases by Barovier e Toso, Italy: circa 1950. A similar example of this pair of lamps is shown in the Elvis ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Glass
Tenfold Chandelier 5T 32inch, Waxed Aluminum, Brutalist Pendant, Customizable
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
TENFOLD 5 TIER in Polished Nickel by Luft Tanaka Studio
Composed of interlocking perforated sheetmetal panels, the Tenfold Series is inspired by the architectural styles and art mo...
Category
2010s American Brutalist Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Michael Anastassiades Modern Minimalist Chrome & Glass Table Desk Lamp for FLOS
By Flos, Michael Anastassiades
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FLOS IC Lights T1 Low Table Lamp in Chrome by Michael Anastassiades
Like the other pieces in his IC Light Series, the IC Lights T balances designer Michael Anastassiades’ love of in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Steel
Tiffany Studios Greek Key Floor Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Bronx, NY
This early 20th century original Tiffany Studios floor lamp has an orange color geometric lampshade accented with a beautiful wide leaded "Greek Key” border. The shade is signed “Tiffany Studios, New York” & numbered “1907”. This shade rests upon a dore’ bronze floor base signed “ Tiffany Studios, New York” & numbered “387”.
Height 65”
Circumference: 22”
NO SHIPPING. PICK UP ONLY...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Harvey Guzzini Arc Floor Lamp With Marble Base
By Guzzini, Harvey Guzzini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Adjustable gold tone arch lamp with an acrylic globe and white marble base with grey veins. Height can be adjusted from lower tube. Acrylic dome lights from within as well as a lower...
Category
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Marble, Metal
Modernist Pagoda Style Disc Chandelier in Hand Blown Murano Amethyst Glass
Located in New York, NY
This elegant chandelier was realized in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for their superlative glass production. It features a pagoda style bo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Large Hanging Pendant with Birch Dowels by Mel Smilow
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
The Large Hanging Pendant is part of the re-issued Smilow Lighting Collection, originally designed by Mel Smilow in 1956 and officially reintrod...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Blue Porcelain Table Lamps by Warren Kessler - a Pair
By Warren Kessler
Located in New York, NY
These elegant Midcentury table lamps combine bold color with minimalist form. They were designed by Warren Kessler and consist of porcelain bodies in a beautiful blue glaze and carve...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
Custom Foliage Brass Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Custom foliage brass fixture.
Please note that this fixture is customizable with a lead time of 8-10 weeks. It can be made in a variety of finishes, ie. bronze, chrome, painted metal.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Bronze Table Lamp
By Pittsburgh Lamp, Brass and Glass Company
Located in Tarrytown, NY
This early 2oth Century Pittsburg olive leaf table lamp was most likely made by Pittsburg Lamp, Brass and Glass Company of Pittsburg, PA, a manufacturer...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass, Bronze
FLOS Bon Jour Versailles Small Chrome Lamp w/ Soft Avo Crown by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Flos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This modern and timeless design is a result of the collaboration between Flos and acclaimed designer Phillippe Starck. Blending together two dynamic pieces—the Flos 2017 design Bon Jour Lamps and the Versaille candleholder created by Baccarat—the Bon Jour Versailles...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
12 arms chandelier by Erik Hoglund for Boda.
By Erik Höglund, Boda
Located in Long Island City, NY
12 arms chandelier by Erik Hoglund for Boda. Hand blown glass and rough iron. Circa mid 20th century.
Electrification available upon request. Dimensions: H 40″ D 21.5″.
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
1900s Hurricane Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 traditional gild bronze and silver plate finish sconces with hurricane glass inset. Williamsburg style
Category
Early 20th Century American American Classical Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Italian Artemide Nickel and Milk Glass Sconces
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Set of 5 mid century Italian sconces with milk glass shades; nickel plated steel.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Metal
Modern Fabric Pendant Light by Studio Mirei, Nebula 60 cm, from Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Nebula collection is drawn out of the interstellar clouds of dust and gas in space - regions where stars begin to form. Made of a woven natural fiber from the banana tree, which is then manipulated and sculpted until it reaches its voluminous shape reminiscent of spiral nebulae.
Measurements are: 24" W x 24" D x 24" H as shown.
This award-winning design debuted at Salone Satellite in Milan in 2019 and is currently in stock and available in natural color, silver, or in these newly debuted hand-painted colors as seen in the photos.
Custom sizing is available.
Costantini is thrilled to announce US representation of Italian-based STUDIO MIREI...
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Natural Fiber
Antique Chinese Blue And White Porcelain Vase As Lamp
Located in Norwood, NJ
Chinese 19th century porcelain vase converted as a lamp. Hand painted with a bird amongst a fruit tree with fruit, branches and leaves. A celadon ground and decorated with applied fo...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Porcelain
French Capiz Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's French capiz semi flush mounted light fixture with 2 lights.
Measurements:
Minimum drop: 4"
Length/width: 9" square
...
Category
1950s French Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass
Workstead Industrial Chandelier, with Three Arms and Adjustable Cast Iron Clamps
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
The Workstead chandelier fuses the concept of the chandelier with a keen understanding of function and flexibility. The same standard pieces can be reconfigured in countless ways; as a horizontal fixture that hangs only 30" from the ceiling, or as a tall vertical gesture that hangs a dramatic 60" below the ceiling. Available in custom heights, and with a sloped ceiling...
Category
2010s American Industrial Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron, Steel
Extraordinary Poliarte Hammered Glass & Iron Ceiling Fixture 1970s
By Poliarte
Located in New York, NY
Recognized as a prominent artist and lighting designer of the mid-20th century, Albano Poli's work is noted for its unique designs that are a combination of artistic expression and f...
Category
1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Iron
FLOS Foglio Light in Chrome by Tobia Scarpa
By Flos, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Resembling a shirt cuff, the contemporary Foglio wall lamp from design master Tobia Scarpa is a mixture of timeless and contemporary design. The lamp’s body is formed by power-painte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Stiffel Ostrich Egg Lamps
By Stiffel
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Striking pair of Ostrich egg lamps by Stiffel. Well constructed lamps are made with brass and porcelain and solid brass finial. Condition is excellent.
Category
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass
Cast Bronze Frosted Glass Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
From the Greystone Hotel in the Upper West of Manhattan in New York City. This Oscar Bach style pendant light is made of cast bronze with original frosted glass panels. Uses two stan...
Category
Early 20th Century American Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Bronze
CORSA Chandelier in Enamel, Brass & Walnut, Ginger Curtis x Blueprint Lighting
By Gino Sarfatti, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Part of the Ginger Curtis x Blueprint Lighting Collection, 2024.
The Corsa skillfully breaks the rules of symmetry to forge balance from a unique persp...
Category
2010s American Modern Tri-State Area - Lighting
Materials
Brass, Nickel, Enamel, Bronze
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