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Mid-Century Modern Lighting

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass, Black Metal and Opaline Glass Globe Wall Sconces
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass, Black Metal and Opaline Glass Globe Wall Sconces

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass, Black Metal and Opaline Glass Globe Wall Sconces

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, characterized by a refined geometric composition and a balanced combination of brass, black lacquered metal and opaline glass. Ea...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Sculpted Hexagonal Rosewood Table Lamp
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Sculpted Hexagonal Rosewood Table Lamp

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Sculpted Hexagonal Rosewood Table Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dimensions: 27in H x 6in W x 6in D Lamp Shade: 12in H x 14.50in W X 14.50in D ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Linen, Wood, Rosewood

Gaetano Scolari for Stilnovo 'A5011' Pendant
Gaetano Scolari for Stilnovo 'A5011' Pendant

Gaetano Scolari for Stilnovo 'A5011' Pendant

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Gaetano Scolari for Stilnovo, ceiling light model A5011, metal, brass, Italy, design 1950 Elegant dynamic and modern pendant by Scolari for Stilnovo. This lovely pendant is adjustab...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Paper Lamp in the Style of Isamu Noguchi, 1990
Mid Century Modern Paper Lamp in the Style of Isamu Noguchi, 1990

Mid Century Modern Paper Lamp in the Style of Isamu Noguchi, 1990

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Barcelona, ES

Sculptural paper pendant lamp shade in the style of Isamu Noguchi, produced by an unknown manufacturer during the 1990s. The shade features a softly rounded, organic silhouette form...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Paper

Italian vintage Murano chandelier - 52 amber green petals
Italian vintage Murano chandelier - 52 amber green petals

Italian vintage Murano chandelier - 52 amber green petals

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 52 glasses, green colors, nickel metal structure. The glasses are very high quality, the photos do not do the beauty, luster of these ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Aged Brass and Metal Pair of Wall Lamps, 1960s, Italy
Mid-Century Aged Brass and Metal Pair of Wall Lamps, 1960s, Italy

Mid-Century Aged Brass and Metal Pair of Wall Lamps, 1960s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-Century Aged Brass and Metal Pair of Wall Lamps, 1960s, Italy Lamp are in very good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use This lamps work with E14 standard light ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Brass Table Lamp, Desk Lamp, Egon Hillebrand-Model 7613, Germany, 1960s
Brass Table Lamp, Desk Lamp, Egon Hillebrand-Model 7613, Germany, 1960s

Brass Table Lamp, Desk Lamp, Egon Hillebrand-Model 7613, Germany, 1960s

By Egon Hillebrand

Located in Schwerin, MV

Large Bauhaus-style lamp from the 1960s: Large brass table lamp by the company Egon Hillebrand from West Germany, model 7613. This very solid lamp stands out with its large, curved l...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Pendants in Opaline Glass
Large Pendants in Opaline Glass

Large Pendants in Opaline Glass

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pendants, opaline glass and metal, Europe, 1960s. Minimalistic and pristine pendants in opaline glass. Great shade with flattened top and small opening in the bottom. Black coated ...

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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 78 ALABASTER WHITE glasses
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 78 ALABASTER WHITE glasses

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 78 ALABASTER WHITE glasses

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure on 4 levels. The armor polished nickel supports 78 large albaster white glass tubes in a star shape. Per...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Alabaster

Mid-century Modern 3 Socket Green Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy
Mid-century Modern 3 Socket Green Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy

Mid-century Modern 3 Socket Green Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-century Modern 3 Socket Green Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 3x E14 light bulb Wired and suitable to use wi...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass, Metal

Laurel Chrome & Mushroom Frosted Glass Shade Lamp
Laurel Chrome & Mushroom Frosted Glass Shade Lamp

Laurel Chrome & Mushroom Frosted Glass Shade Lamp

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Laurel Chrome & Mushroom Frosted Glass Shade Lamp Materials Nickel Plated Chrome, Original Frosted Glass Shade

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Arthur Jacobs Sculpted Korina Wood Floor Lamp for Modeline of CA
Arthur Jacobs Sculpted Korina Wood Floor Lamp for Modeline of CA

Arthur Jacobs Sculpted Korina Wood Floor Lamp for Modeline of CA

By Arthur Jacobs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Korina Wood, Polished Brass, New Custom Linen Shade ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history ...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Fantastic pair of Murano glass tube wall sconces—13 green alabaster glass tubes
Fantastic pair of Murano glass tube wall sconces—13 green alabaster glass tubes

Fantastic pair of Murano glass tube wall sconces—13 green alabaster glass tubes

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian vintage pair of wall sconces in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The polished nickel frame supports 13 large green alabaster glass tubes arranged in a star sha...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

EMORE Murano Fusion Glass Chandelier
EMORE Murano Fusion Glass Chandelier

EMORE Murano Fusion Glass Chandelier

Located in İstiklal, TR

Arel Lighting is a handmade manufacturer of lighting fixtures. The EMORE Fusion Glass Chandelier is a sophisticated statement lighting piece that combines artistic craftsmanship wit...

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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Murano Chandelier / ceiling light Original Palmette, two levels, 82 pink glasses
Murano Chandelier / ceiling light Original Palmette, two levels, 82 pink glasses

Murano Chandelier / ceiling light Original Palmette, two levels, 82 pink glasses

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Luxury and GENUINE Murano Glass chandelier. HAND MADE IN MURANO. It made by 82 Murano pink glasses, two levels, in a gold painted metal frame. The chandelier also has a Murano cle...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Art Glass

Crystal Prism Sputnik Chandeliers - 50 multicolored prisms
Crystal Prism Sputnik Chandeliers - 50 multicolored prisms

Crystal Prism Sputnik Chandeliers - 50 multicolored prisms

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Sputnik chandelier surrounding 50 multicolored crystal glass 'triedri' prisms radiating from a center black metal nucleus. Brass lamp holder. Period: late xx century Dimensions: 51,2...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Large Gold Murano Ribbon Twist Lamps by Seguso
Pair of Large Gold Murano Ribbon Twist Lamps by Seguso

Pair of Large Gold Murano Ribbon Twist Lamps by Seguso

Located in New York, NY

Stunning pair of large Murano ribbon twist lamps by Seguso. The beautiful golden Murano glass lamp bodies have a white ribbon twist deign. They have been Newly rewired with adjustabl...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte. Art Deco brass pendant light, Italy, 1940s
Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte. Art Deco brass pendant light, Italy, 1940s

Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte. Art Deco brass pendant light, Italy, 1940s

By Pietro Chiesa, Oscar Torlasco, Fontana Arte, Arredoluce, Stilnovo

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Compatible with US/EU standards. LED compatible. Mid-Century and Art Deco style pendant lamp by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, Italy, 1940s. This chandelier is composed of a brass ...

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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass, Enamel, Chrome

Large Murano glass Chandelier - 101 turquoise tube glasses
Large Murano glass Chandelier - 101 turquoise tube glasses

Large Murano glass Chandelier - 101 turquoise tube glasses

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 101 large turquoise glass tubes which have a slightly textured effect...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Minimalist Nordic Modern Brass & Fabric Scones, c. 1950s
Pair of Minimalist Nordic Modern Brass & Fabric Scones, c. 1950s

Pair of Minimalist Nordic Modern Brass & Fabric Scones, c. 1950s

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful pair of minimalist Nordic Modern wall sconces, most likely produced in Finland during the 1950s. Crafted from solid brass, the sconces embody the restrained elegance and ...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Pair of articulated "Cocoon" wall lights, resin and pine, Italy, Circa 1970's
Pair of articulated "Cocoon" wall lights, resin and pine, Italy, Circa 1970's

Pair of articulated "Cocoon" wall lights, resin and pine, Italy, Circa 1970's

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Beautiful pair of articulated "cocoon" wall lights, Italy, 1970s. Each sconce showcases masterful hand-applied resin threads over a metal frame, creating the iconic cocoon effect — a...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Pine, Resin

Pair of Large Curved Clear Ribbed Murano Glass and Brass Wall Sconces
Pair of Large Curved Clear Ribbed Murano Glass and Brass Wall Sconces

Pair of Large Curved Clear Ribbed Murano Glass and Brass Wall Sconces

Located in Puglia, Puglia

An elegant pair of large Italian wall sconces made of curved and fluted Murano glass panels in a refined shade of clear. The glass features a vertically ribbed texture and gently rou...

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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of Lunel Sconces, Arlus Biny Era French Mid-Century Modern Lighting c.1950
Pair of Lunel Sconces, Arlus Biny Era French Mid-Century Modern Lighting c.1950

Pair of Lunel Sconces, Arlus Biny Era French Mid-Century Modern Lighting c.1950

By Maison Lunel

Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR

This sophisticated pair of wall sconces is a premier example of post-war French lighting design, produced by the renowned manufacturer Lunel circa 1950. The sconces display a minima...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Globe Wall Sconces
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Globe Wall Sconces

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Globe Wall Sconces

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, designed with a refined brass structure and spherical opaline glass diffusers. Each fixture features a round brass wall plate supp...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Bubble Glass Wall Lamp or Flush Light by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg
Bubble Glass Wall Lamp or Flush Light by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg

Bubble Glass Wall Lamp or Flush Light by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg

An exceptionally large and beautiful "Bubble" wall or ceiling lamp from the 1960s. Fantastic design and high-quality craftsmanship. The lamp impresses with its imposing size and spec...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Vintage White Opaline Glass Double Brass Pendant Light
Vintage White Opaline Glass Double Brass Pendant Light

Vintage White Opaline Glass Double Brass Pendant Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Opaline glass globe 2 meter black cotton flex Brass top and bottom Weight: 1.70 kg / 3.7 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Semi transparent opaline glass Art deco ceiling lamp ca 1920
Semi transparent opaline glass Art deco ceiling lamp ca 1920

Semi transparent opaline glass Art deco ceiling lamp ca 1920

Located in Amsterdam, NL

White / semi transparent opaline glass Art deco ceiling lamp ca 1920 Aluminium glass holder with porcelain bulb holder Weight: 0.95 kg / 2.1 lb Priced per individual item. All lamp...

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Early 20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Globe Wall Sconces
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Globe Wall Sconces

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Globe Wall Sconces

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, designed with a simple and well-balanced composition typical of mid-century Italian lighting. Each fixture features a round brass ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Large Elpis Table Lamp by Harvey Guzzini for IGuzzini, 1970s
Large Elpis Table Lamp by Harvey Guzzini for IGuzzini, 1970s

Large Elpis Table Lamp by Harvey Guzzini for IGuzzini, 1970s

Located in Benalmadena, ES

Designed in 1968, this is the largest version of the Elpis table lamp manufactured by Harvey Guzzini. The construction features a weighted, polished chrome base supporting a wide, mu...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Rare Austrian Brass Pendant Attributed to Kalmar, Loos Manner, 1980s
Rare Austrian Brass Pendant Attributed to Kalmar, Loos Manner, 1980s

Rare Austrian Brass Pendant Attributed to Kalmar, Loos Manner, 1980s

By Kalmar Lighting, Adolf Loos

Located in Hannover, DE

An exceptionally rare and beautifully crafted Austrian pendant lamp of museum-quality craftsmanship, executed in solid brass and inspired by the timeless design philosophy of Adolf L...

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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of vintage Murano wall sconce - green triedri - Column model
Pair of vintage Murano wall sconce - green triedri - Column model

Pair of vintage Murano wall sconce - green triedri - Column model

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 7 green prism (triedri) for each applique in a chrome metal frame. The shape of this sconce is column. The wall lamps can be inst...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Art Glass

Rare Set of Three Italian Capiz Shell Wall Sconces, circa 1970s
Rare Set of Three Italian Capiz Shell Wall Sconces, circa 1970s

Rare Set of Three Italian Capiz Shell Wall Sconces, circa 1970s

Located in Hannover, DE

A striking and exceptionally rare set of three handcrafted wall sconces, most likely produced in Italy during the 1970s. Their elegant sculptural silhouette, combined with the natura...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Fairy Tale style gilt wrought iron wall lights by Ferro Art, Spain, 1940s
Fairy Tale style gilt wrought iron wall lights by Ferro Art, Spain, 1940s

Fairy Tale style gilt wrought iron wall lights by Ferro Art, Spain, 1940s

By Willy Daro, Maison Charles, Hans Kögl, Maison Jansen, Ferro Art

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Compatible with US/EU standards. LED compatible. Mid-Century and Tudor Revival style wrought iron wall lights by Ferro Art (also known as Ferroarte), Spain, 1940s. Composed of a wro...

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1940s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Austrian Midcentury Set of Three Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Austrian Midcentury Set of Three Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s

Austrian Midcentury Set of Three Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Beauty and stunning Austrian Set of Three "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Franken KG....

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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Austrian Midcentury Set of Three Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Austrian Midcentury Set of Three Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s

Austrian Midcentury Set of Three Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Beauty and stunning Austrian Set of Three Clear Murano Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Franken...

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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Spectacular French Mid-Century Clipper Ship Wall Light, circa 1950
Spectacular French Mid-Century Clipper Ship Wall Light, circa 1950

Spectacular French Mid-Century Clipper Ship Wall Light, circa 1950

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Bring a distinctive maritime spirit to your interior with this exceptional French Mid-Century wall light, handcrafted in iron during the 1950s. Designed in the form of an elegant three-masted clipper ship, this sculptural lighting fixture perfectly combines decorative artistry with functional illumination, making it an outstanding statement piece for collectors of vintage French design and nautical décor. The finely worked iron structure showcases graceful sails, intricate rigging, and subtle gilt accents that beautifully catch the light. Its square composition gives the piece a bold architectural presence while preserving the elegance and balance characteristic of French decorative arts from the post-war period. Whether installed in a living room, library, office, seaside residence, or sophisticated hallway, this wall light creates a warm ambient glow and serves as a captivating focal point. The original gilt highlights display gentle age-related wear, a desirable feature that enhances the authentic vintage character and testifies to the piece's history without detracting from its visual appeal. The overall condition remains very good, with a rich patina appreciated by collectors of genuine mid-century lighting. Dimensions: Height: 28 in. (71 cm) Width: 16.9 in. (43 cm) Depth: 7.2 in. (18.2 cm) Professionally rewired and ready for immediate installation, this wall light is compatible with electrical standards in the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Australia, China, and many other countries. It also accommodates modern LED bulbs, offering energy-efficient performance while preserving its timeless aesthetic. An exceptional example of French Mid-Century lighting, this rare nautical wall sconce...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Iron

Rare Stilnovo Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp
Rare Stilnovo Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp

Rare Stilnovo Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Stilnovo, pendant lamp, lacquered aluminum, satin glass, brass, steel, Italy, 1950s/60s This rare pendant lamp by Stilnovo dates back to the 1950s-1960s and is distinguished by a c...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Pair of XXL "Alien" Wall Sconces by Taller Uno, Spain, 1970s
Pair of XXL "Alien" Wall Sconces by Taller Uno, Spain, 1970s

Pair of XXL "Alien" Wall Sconces by Taller Uno, Spain, 1970s

By Pete Sans

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Rare oversized pair of 1970s "Alien" wall lights by Pete Sans for Taller Uno. Futuristic chrome-plated metal frames with sweeping, sinuous arms hold translucent glass shades. When li...

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1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Exceptional Murano Transparent Glass Sputnik Chandelier - 51 clear glasses
Exceptional Murano Transparent Glass Sputnik Chandelier - 51 clear glasses

Exceptional Murano Transparent Glass Sputnik Chandelier - 51 clear glasses

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian Sputnik chandelier in brass plated metal frame, 51 rare transparent glass tips. Murano blown glass in a traditional way. 10 light points. Period: late xx century Dimensions: ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Art Glass

Small White Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
Small White Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s

Small White Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s

By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This striking small chandelier was designed by Emil Stejnar for the renowned Vienna-based lighting manufacturer Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s. Stejnar is celebrated for his poetic and c...

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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

Pairs of Murano wall/table lamps by Attr Albano Poli, 1960s–1970s
Pairs of Murano wall/table lamps by Attr Albano Poli, 1960s–1970s

Pairs of Murano wall/table lamps by Attr Albano Poli, 1960s–1970s

By Albano Poli, Poliarte

Located in Palermo, IT

Produced in Italy in the 1960s and 1970s. Two table or wall lamps, with a clear Murano glass shade. This is a pair of vintage bubble-glass table or wall lamps. Made of heavy, handcr...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Large White Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
Large White Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s

Large White Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s

By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This striking chandelier was designed by Emil Stejnar for the renowned Vienna-based lighting manufacturer Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s. Stejnar is celebrated for his poetic and celesti...

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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Astra Wall Light, Brass, Mid-Century Modern, Norway, 1950s
Art Deco Astra Wall Light, Brass, Mid-Century Modern, Norway, 1950s

Art Deco Astra Wall Light, Brass, Mid-Century Modern, Norway, 1950s

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

This wonderful wall mounted lamp was made in Norway in the 1950s. With its organic look made in brass this piece gives a modern as well as a midcentury look. Good vintage condition...

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1950s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass, Green Lacquered Metal and Opaline Glass Sconces
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass, Green Lacquered Metal and Opaline Glass Sconces

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass, Green Lacquered Metal and Opaline Glass Sconces

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, characterized by a slender and angular composition typical of mid-century Italian lighting design. Each fixture is built around a ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass Sputnik Wall Lamps, Italy, 1960s
Pair of Brass Sputnik Wall Lamps, Italy, 1960s

Pair of Brass Sputnik Wall Lamps, Italy, 1960s

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Striking pair of Italian wall lamps from the 1960s, designed with three elegantly splayed brass arms on each fixture. Their branching, fountain-like form gives them a lively sculptur...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Large Adjustable Brass Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz
Large Adjustable Brass Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz

Large Adjustable Brass Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz

A beautiful brass pendant lamp from the 1960s. The lamp produces a truly beautiful lighting effect. Its design and distinctive shade create a sophisticated and pleasant light. The la...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Sculpted Wood Floor Lamp by Roller Lamp Co.
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Sculpted Wood Floor Lamp by Roller Lamp Co.

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Sculpted Wood Floor Lamp by Roller Lamp Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Roller Lamp Co. Manufacturer: Roller Lamp Co Materials: Walnut-Stained Oak Wood, Brass Accents, New Custom Linen Shade Dimensions: 63in H x 11in W x 11in D Lamp Shade: 15...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Model-170 Brass Tripod Table Lamp for Hansen
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Model-170 Brass Tripod Table Lamp for Hansen

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Model-170 Brass Tripod Table Lamp for Hansen

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Manufacturer: Hansen Lamps Inc. Materials: Polished Brass, New Linen Shade Dimensions: 21in H x 11.50in W x 11.50in D Lamp Shade: 8in H x 17.25in W x 17.25in D _____________________...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Square Mid-Century Flush Mounts, 1960s, Italy
Square Mid-Century Flush Mounts, 1960s, Italy

Square Mid-Century Flush Mounts, 1960s, Italy

By Stilnovo

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A refined pair of square Mid-Century flush mounts, produced in Italy during the 1960s. The lamps feature a clean geometric form with dark metal frames and softly textured acrylic gla...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Mid-Century Modern Tiered Glass Chandelier Width 114cm/45in
Large Mid-Century Modern Tiered Glass Chandelier Width 114cm/45in

Large Mid-Century Modern Tiered Glass Chandelier Width 114cm/45in

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Chandelier, golden lacquered steel, textured glass, brass, Europe, 1960s A striking example of European mid-century modern design, this chandelier combines textured glass panels wit...

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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Brass Table Lamp, Desk Lamp, Egon Hillebrand-Model 7613, Germany, 1960s
Brass Table Lamp, Desk Lamp, Egon Hillebrand-Model 7613, Germany, 1960s

Brass Table Lamp, Desk Lamp, Egon Hillebrand-Model 7613, Germany, 1960s

By Egon Hillebrand

Located in Schwerin, MV

Large Bauhaus-style lamp from the 1960s: a big brass table lamp by Egon Hillebrand from West Germany, model 7613. This very solid lamp stands out with its large domed shade made entirely of brass. With a height of 41 cm and a shade diameter of 37 cm, it's not just eye-catching but also a practical lighting element, equipped with two bulbs. The desk lamp provides bright, pleasantly glare-free light thanks to the large shade. It has a heavy base with a shrink-lacquer-like dark brown finish and a curved brass lamp...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Two-Light Sconces in Patinated Brass inspired by Paavo Tynell - Finland 1950's
Two-Light Sconces in Patinated Brass inspired by Paavo Tynell - Finland 1950's

Two-Light Sconces in Patinated Brass inspired by Paavo Tynell - Finland 1950's

By Paavo Tynell

Located in New York, NY

Pair of two-light wall sconces in patinated brass, attributed to Paavo Tynell. Shades featuring openwork detailing at the base and along the upper rim. Cylindrical mounting plate wi...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Italian Midcentury Brass Table Lamp, 1950s
Italian Midcentury Brass Table Lamp, 1950s

Italian Midcentury Brass Table Lamp, 1950s

By Lumi

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Italian Midcentury Brass Table Lamp, 1950s Gorgeous Italian table lamp in full brass, manufactured in the 1950s. The lamp is un-attributed, but made in the style of Lumi manufacturi...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Massimo Vignelli for Arteluce Pair of '259/2' Wall Lights
Massimo Vignelli for Arteluce Pair of '259/2' Wall Lights

Massimo Vignelli for Arteluce Pair of '259/2' Wall Lights

By Massimo Vignelli, Arteluce

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Massimo Vignelli for Arteluce, pair of '259/2' wall lights, aluminum, fabric, Italy, 1964 In the 259/2 wall lights, designed by Massimo Vignelli for Arteluce in 1964, the interplay...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-century Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century 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 Mid-Century Modern lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Fabio Ltd, J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, and Glashütte Limburg. 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 $60 and tops out at $649,671 while the average work can sell for $2,162.