Walter Von Nessen Furniture

German, 1889-1943

Art Deco industrial designer Walter von Nessen is best known for his glamorous Machine Age lighting designs and for his invention of the swing-arm lamp. Von Nessen was born in Germany, where he studied under Bruno Paul at Berlin’s Kunstgewerbeschule. After World War I, he worked for the architect Peter Behrens, in Berlin. He left in 1919 for Stockholm, where he designed furniture until emigrating with his wife, Margaretta, to the United States in 1923. In 1927, the couple opened Nessen Studios in Manhattan, designing and selling sleek, modern architectural lighting.

Art Deco was both novel and exciting in the late 1920s — as, indeed, was electricity itself — and Nessen Studios was at the forefront of the movement. Electric lighting designers at the time had no direct models to follow. The shapes and silhouettes of gas lamps, lanterns and chandeliers had been influenced by those of the kerosene-, oil- and candle-lit fixtures that preceded them, which in turn were informed by the fuels they used. Electric lighting required designs that accommodated essentials of the new technology, like cords and sockets. Von Nessen and his contemporaries thus had to create fixtures that addressed these challenges and looked modern without appearing overly mechanical.

Along with industrial-design visionaries of the period like Raymond Loewy, Gilbert Rohde and Donald Deskey, von Nessen crafted a style that was emblematic of the Machine Age. He produced lamps and home accessories from spun aluminum, with smooth surfaces that evoked the polished gleam of streamlined automobiles and airplanes. And he experimented with other popular materials of the era, such as Bakelite, chrome and fiberglass. His ingenious design for the now-ubiquitous swing-arm lamp earned him a reputation as an innovator.

Von Nessen’s work is represented in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art and the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian National Design Museum, among other institutions. Designed to complement the luxurious interiors of the 1920s and ‘30s, still look fresh nearly a century later.

Creator: Walter Von Nessen

Walter Von Nessen Brass and Bakelite Toy Soldier Sentinal Lamp Chase USA 1930s

$1,400

Walter Von Nessen Brass and Bakelite Toy Soldier Sentinal Lamp Chase USA 1930s

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in Troy, MI

"Toy Soldier" or "Sentinal" table lamp Designed by Walter Von Nessen for Chase USA circa 1930's Modernist brass and Bakelite soldier figure aside a brass sphere with original shade ...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass

Mid-Century Torchiere Floor Lamp by Walter von Nessen

$1,150 / item

Mid-Century Torchiere Floor Lamp by Walter von Nessen

By Nessen Lighting, Walter Von Nessen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century torchiere floor lamps by Walter von Nessen, each finished in white enameled aluminum. The form is spare and deliberate — a slender cylindrical stem rises from a flat circ...

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Metal, Aluminum, Enamel

Pair of Copper Arts & Crafts Style Bookends

$220Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Copper Arts & Crafts Style Bookends

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase and Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

A unique pair of copper Arts & Crafts style bookends, circa 1930s. Each piece is in good vintage condition measuring approximately 2"D x 3.25W x 4"H; they feature a mix of coppe...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Rare Vintage Walter Von Nessen Swing Arm Desk Lamp Chrome Plated Steel 1970s

$1,200

Rare Vintage Walter Von Nessen Swing Arm Desk Lamp Chrome Plated Steel 1970s

By Nessen Lighting, Walter Von Nessen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This swing arm desk lamp was designed by Walter Von Nessen for production by his own studio in the 1960s. There are many versions of this design, some with circular domed bases and o...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Walter Von Nessen Enameled Brass & Glass Desk Lamp, Circa 1935

$2,500

Walter Von Nessen Enameled Brass & Glass Desk Lamp, Circa 1935

By Walter Von Nessen, Miller Lamp Company

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Walter von Nessen Enameled Brass, Steel & Glass Table Lamp for Miller Lamp Company, Circa 1935. Featuring a Pagoda style form, with step up Art Deco styled column with patina to...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Mid Century Von Nessen Chrome Table Lamp with an Acrylic White Dome Shade

$700

Mid Century Von Nessen Chrome Table Lamp with an Acrylic White Dome Shade

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Von Nessen chrome table lamp with an acrylic white dome shade, sometimes called a mushroom lamp. Minimal and sleek design done in the 60s or 70s with a very shiny chrome cyli...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Chrome

Pair of Machine Age Art Deco Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co

$1,800 / set

Pair of Machine Age Art Deco Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase and Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

A refined pair of American Machine Age bookends designed by Walter von Nessen for the Chase Brass & Copper Company, circa early 1930s. These sculptural examples feature a strikin...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Art Deco Chrome "Taurex" Candlestick Holders by Walter Von Nessen for Chase

$465 / set

Art Deco Chrome "Taurex" Candlestick Holders by Walter Von Nessen for Chase

By Chase and Co., Walter Von Nessen

Located in New York, NY

This stunning pair of "Taurex" candlestick holders, designed by Walter Von Nessen for the Chase Brass & Copper Company, exemplifies the elegance and innovation of American Art De...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Chrome

Walter Von Nessen Floor Lamp Early Version

$2,000

Walter Von Nessen Floor Lamp Early Version

By Walter Von Nessen, Nessen Studio

Located in New York, NY

Early and rare version of the now iconic Machine Age Nessen swing arm floor lamp. The construction of this example dates the lamp from the...

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Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Steel

Pair 1970s Walter Von Nessen Style Chrome Swing Arm Floor Lamps with Shades

$2,950 / set

Pair 1970s Walter Von Nessen Style Chrome Swing Arm Floor Lamps with Shades

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair 1970s Walter Von Nessen Style Chrome Swing Arm Floor Lamps with Shades, A sleek and versatile pair of vintage chrome floor lamps in the style of Walter Von Nessen, dating to t...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Chrome

Art Deco Chrome & Cobalt Blue Glass Candleholders by Walter Von Nessen for Chase

$265 / set

Art Deco Chrome & Cobalt Blue Glass Candleholders by Walter Von Nessen for Chase

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase and Co.

Located in New York, NY

This stunning pair of Art Deco candleholders, designed by Walter Von Nessen for Chase in circa 1935, embodies the innovative elegance of Machine Age design. Von Nessen's work is cele...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Chrome

Extremely Rare Modernist Art Deco Settee/Bench by Walter von Nessen c.1929

$22,000

Extremely Rare Modernist Art Deco Settee/Bench by Walter von Nessen c.1929

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Buffalo, NY

Extremely Rare Pair Modernist Settee/ Bench designed by Walter von Nessen , circa 1929. retains it's original color, finish, patina, They're has been some minor professional restor...

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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Birch

Pair of Art Deco Ship's Wheel Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co.

$400Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Art Deco Ship's Wheel Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co.

By Chase and Co., Walter Von Nessen

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice pair of Art Deco ship's wheel bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co., circa 1930s. The bookends are made of walnut, brass and bakelite...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass

Walter Von Nessen Mid Century Desk / Table Lamp

$1,200

Walter Von Nessen Mid Century Desk / Table Lamp

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A very well crafted flared cone shaped shaded white metal desk or table lamp with brushed stainless staff . The heavy round matching base has a push button switch with upper adjustab...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Metal, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Brass Toy Soldier Table Lamp by Walter Von Nessen for Chase

$1,250

Art Deco Brass Toy Soldier Table Lamp by Walter Von Nessen for Chase

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase and Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

A very rare and difficult to find Art Deco brass & bakelite "Toy Soldier" table lamp by Walter Von Nessen for Chase, circa 1930s. The lamp is in very good working condition and measu...

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20th Century American Art Deco Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass

Walter Von Nessen For Chase Brass And Copper Candlesticks

$950 / set

Walter Von Nessen For Chase Brass And Copper Candlesticks

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in New York, NY

1940's Walter Von Nessen designed for Chase, in vintage condition with some wear and patina due to age and use, they have been hand polished they show some w...

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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Pair of Walter & Greta Von Neesen Stainless Cylindrical Table Lamps, circa 1965

$1,795 / set

Pair of Walter & Greta Von Neesen Stainless Cylindrical Table Lamps, circa 1965

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous pair of stainless cylindrical table lamps by the Nessen lighting Co. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear, no scratches or dings to the metal. Sold as a pair. Sh...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Art Deco Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase Brass, USA, 1930s

$1,200 / set

Art Deco Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase Brass, USA, 1930s

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of mixed metal art deco machine age bookends by Walter von Nessen for Chase, c.1930s, USA. The pair of bookends feature patinated swirls on a brass base. They are impressed with...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass, Metal

Art Deco Modernistic Table Lamp by Leroy C. Doane for Miller

$3,500

Art Deco Modernistic Table Lamp by Leroy C. Doane for Miller

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Atlanta, GA

A rare table lamp designed by Leroy C. Doane for Miller Lamp Company, USA. Originally desinged in 1928 and with US Patent No. 1,818,120 - Filed July 7, 1928, the lamp later went thro...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Enamel, Steel

Modernist Leather and Steel Table Lamp by Walter Von Nessen c 1960's

$750

Modernist Leather and Steel Table Lamp by Walter Von Nessen c 1960's

By Walter Von Nessen, Nessen Studio

Located in New York, NY

Chic and sophisticated Modernist School table lamp by Walter Von Nessen, made by Nessen Studios. The cylindrical body is wrapped in black leather, the base is chrome and the top is ...

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Mid-20th Century American International Style Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Walter Von Nessen Art Deco Chrome Table Lamp! Mid Century Modern Decorator Rare

$3,600Sale Price|20% Off

Walter Von Nessen Art Deco Chrome Table Lamp! Mid Century Modern Decorator Rare

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Peoria, AZ

ONE OF THE MOST COVETED NESSEN LAMPS IN THE WORLD! MINIMALIST ART DECO STYLE! CHROME RING BASE WITH TRIPOD TOWER STRUCTURE! WHITE LINEN SHADE (APPROX. 24" TALL By 18" WIDE ) Th...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Pair of Nessen NT754 Polished Brass and Chrome Table Lamps

$1,275 / set

Pair of Nessen NT754 Polished Brass and Chrome Table Lamps

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in St. Louis, MO

Listed are a pair of Nessen NT754 polished brass with chrome disc. Shades are not original, (nice but not perfect), lamps are in very nice condition. Switch at bottom of lamp column,...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Chrome, Brass

1960's Modern Walter Von Nessen Carrara Marble Table Lamps

$5,800 / set

1960's Modern Walter Von Nessen Carrara Marble Table Lamps

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in New York, NY

1960's mid-century modern solid Carrara Marble with brass hardware with original glass shades table lamps designed by Walter Von Nessen, in vintage original condition with minor wear...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Pair of Art Deco Nickel Horse Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co.

$1,800 / set

Pair of Art Deco Nickel Horse Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co.

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase and Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice and hard to find pair of Machine Age / Art Deco satin nickel horse bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co., circa 1930s. The solid nickel bookends on a black ni...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Nickel

Pair of Vintage Chrome Walter Von Nessen Swing Arm Wall of Sconce Lamps

$600 / set

Pair of Vintage Chrome Walter Von Nessen Swing Arm Wall of Sconce Lamps

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in New York, NY

A rare pair of chrome Walter Von Nessen swing arm wall lamps .The arms articulate in different directions and lengths. The shades are milk g...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Chrome

Pair of AF 4 Table Lamps by Walter von Nessen

$4,800 / set

Pair of AF 4 Table Lamps by Walter von Nessen

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare pair of small aluminum AF 4 table lamps with brass tips designed by Walter von Nessen.

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1930s Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Aluminum

Chase Three Piece Comet Tea Service Set with Bakelite Accents

$850 / set

Chase Three Piece Comet Tea Service Set with Bakelite Accents

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Three-piece spherical tea set by Walter von Nessen for Chase, USA, c.1940s. The set includes an electric tea pot, creamer and sugar bowl with bone colored Bakelite handles. The chrom...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Stainless Steel, Chrome

Vintage Walter Von Nessen Mid Century Modern Chrome Swing Arm Desk Lamp - a Pair

$1,650 / set

Vintage Walter Von Nessen Mid Century Modern Chrome Swing Arm Desk Lamp - a Pair

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Walter Von Nessen (Unmarked) Mid Century Modern Chrome Swing Arm Desk Lamps with Brown Painted Collars - a Pair. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 14.5" H x 23" W x 8" D...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Chrome

Pair of Machine Age Art Deco Copper & Brass Bookends by Walter Von Nessen

$1,100

Pair of Machine Age Art Deco Copper & Brass Bookends by Walter Von Nessen

By Chase Brass and Copper Company, Walter Von Nessen

Located in St. Louis, MO

A pair of Art Deco bookends by Walter Von Nessen feature two concentric rings of brass and copper with three sphere accents on each. These bookends are a great example of the Machin...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Walter Von Nessen Tripod Table Lamp Mid Century Modern Thurston Atomic Era BOHO

$3,500

Walter Von Nessen Tripod Table Lamp Mid Century Modern Thurston Atomic Era BOHO

By Nessen Lighting, Walter Von Nessen

Located in Peoria, AZ

Walter Von Nessen Tripod Table Lamp Mid Century Modern and Art Deco Beautiful! This rare Walter Von Nessen tripod is an icon of mid century modern lamp design! Timeless lines, pur...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Metal

Walter Von Nessen Aluminum Swing Arm Floor Lamp

$1,320

Walter Von Nessen Aluminum Swing Arm Floor Lamp

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Buffalo, NY

Walter Von Nessen Aluminum Swing Arm Floor Lamp ,, Wonderful example,, Retains original parchment shade (missing some boon-doggle) Minor dent to bottom,,3-way lamp (bulb) capability,...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Aluminum

Walter Von Nessen Aluminum Table Lamp, Art Deco Machine Age, Circa 1938, USA

$1,950Sale Price|72% Off

Walter Von Nessen Aluminum Table Lamp, Art Deco Machine Age, Circa 1938, USA

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Camden, ME

A Walter Von Nessen aluminum table lamp pre WW II. A classic example of American Art Deco lighting. Walter Von Nessen was a trained German industrial designer who arrived in New Yo...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Aluminum, Brass

Pair of Italian Polished Carrara Marble Table Lamps, Von Neesen

$1,095 / set

Pair of Italian Polished Carrara Marble Table Lamps, Von Neesen

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Solid Pair of stunning Italian Carrara marble table lamps. Beveled vertical edges. UL listed double socket good for 300+ wattage. In...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Marble, Brass

Nessen Studio Marble Table Lamps in Black Marble

$7,500 / set

Nessen Studio Marble Table Lamps in Black Marble

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful pair of black and white veined marble block table lamps by Nessen Studio. These lamps are very heavy. We have fitted for normal shades. Wi...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Marble, Metal

Early Version Walter Von Nessen swing out floor lamp

$2,200

Early Version Walter Von Nessen swing out floor lamp

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Buffalo, NY

One of the purest examples I have ever owned..Early and rare version of the now iconic Machine Age Nessen swing arm floor lamp. This lamp r...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Modernist Walnut and Brass Table Lamp by Walter Von Nessen

$899

Modernist Walnut and Brass Table Lamp by Walter Von Nessen

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Buffalo, NY

Modernist walnut and brass table lamp by Walter Von Nessen, stunning walnut base, brushed brass standard, retains original milk glass c...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Brass Vase by Walter von Nessen for Chase

$750

Brass Vase by Walter von Nessen for Chase

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Brass vase by Walter von Nessen for Chase, c.1930s, USA. The solid patinated brass Art Deco vase features a tulip opening and four incised rings around the bottom of the vessel. Impr...

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1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass

Art Deco Copper and Brass Watering Can by Chase

$550

Art Deco Copper and Brass Watering Can by Chase

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Art Deco copper and brass watering can c.1930's, Chase USA. This piece features a copper body and brass handle and spout. Vessel is impressed with [Chase USA] and feature the Chase M...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Three-Piece Tea Set with Tray by Walter Von Nessen for Chase

$2,000 / set

Three-Piece Tea Set with Tray by Walter Von Nessen for Chase

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Three piece tea set with round tray by Walter von Nessen for Chase, USA, c.1930s. The set includes a tea pot, creamer and sugar bowl with Bakelite handles. The round tray showcases a...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Copper

Pair of Machine Age Art Deco Copper & Brass Bookends by Walter Von Nessen

$430 / set

Pair of Machine Age Art Deco Copper & Brass Bookends by Walter Von Nessen

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pair of Machine Age Art Deco Copper & Brass Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase Manufacturing "stamped label on the side of one if the verticals" "top of base is monogramme...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Walter Von Nessen Adjustable Swing Arm Floor Lamp Brass

$2,150

Walter Von Nessen Adjustable Swing Arm Floor Lamp Brass

By Walter Von Nessen, Nessen Studio, Nessen Lighting

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

An iconic brass floor lamp by Walter Von Nessen for Nessen Studios. The lamp features a brass body with an height adjustable stem and adjustable swing arm. The lamp has a perforated ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass

Mid-Century Modernist Polished Brass Floor Lamp by Walter Von Nessen

$3,475

Mid-Century Modernist Polished Brass Floor Lamp by Walter Von Nessen

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in New York, NY

Illuminate your space with the refined elegance of the Mid-Century Modernist Polished Brass Floor Lamp by Walter Von Nessen, a distinguished piece crafted in America during the 20th ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass

Coffee Urn, "Coronet Pattern", Model No. 90121

$2,500

Coffee Urn, "Coronet Pattern", Model No. 90121

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

We offer this rare Art Deco Coffee Urn, "Coronet Pattern", Model No. 90121 designed by Walter Von Nessen. Fantastic vintage conditions.

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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Steel

Walter Von Nessen Walnut and Chrome Table Lamp, USA, Mid-Century

$1,550

Walter Von Nessen Walnut and Chrome Table Lamp, USA, Mid-Century

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant vintage table lamp designed by Walter Von Nessen, featuring a refined combination of warm walnut wood and polished chrome accents. This sculptural lamp reflects Von Nessen’s ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Chrome

Pair of Art Deco Copper Candlestick Holders by Walter von Nessen signed Chase

$1,245 / set

Pair of Art Deco Copper Candlestick Holders by Walter von Nessen signed Chase

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase and Co.

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite pair of Art Deco copper candlestick holders, designed by renowned modernist Walter von Nessen for Chase Brass & Copper Company, exemplifies the bold elegance and strea...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Copper

14 pc. Art Deco Heisey Stanhope Dessert Set Designed by Walter Von Nessen 1930's

$495 / set

14 pc. Art Deco Heisey Stanhope Dessert Set Designed by Walter Von Nessen 1930's

By Walter Von Nessen, Heisey Glass Company

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Art Deco, Machine Age, Hollywood Regency style dessert set designed by Walter Von Nessen, for Heisey, as part of the hard to find Stanhope series. The seat is in excellen...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Glass, Plastic

Walter Von Nessen Antiqued Brass Swing Arm Library Lamp

$1,800

Walter Von Nessen Antiqued Brass Swing Arm Library Lamp

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in New York, NY

Walter Von Nessen by Nessen Studio / library table lamp in antiqued brass finish. USA, circa 1970. Features a swing arm and pivoting, perforated, cylindrical shade. Complemented b...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Walter von Nessen “Cat” Bookend/Object in Brass

$1,200

Walter von Nessen “Cat” Bookend/Object in Brass

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in Miami, FL

A sculptural Art Deco “Cat” bookend/object designed by Walter von Nessen for the Chase Brass & Copper Company. Made in brass, the simple fel...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass

1970s Modernist Chrome Cylinder Von Nessen Table Lamp New York

$1,100

1970s Modernist Chrome Cylinder Von Nessen Table Lamp New York

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Walter Von Nessen Midcentury Modern 1970s Bronx NY Single Table Lamp Chrome Plated Modern Cylinder Tower Black Platform Base. Two socket lamp. No shade...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Chrome

Original Aluminum Van Nessen Swing Arm Floor Lamp

$695

Original Aluminum Van Nessen Swing Arm Floor Lamp

By Walter Von Nessen, Nessen Studio

Located in New York, NY

Nice early example of the iconic Walter Von Nessen flex arm floor lamp, executed in aluminum. The lamp is in very good original clean and working condition showing only light signs ...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Aluminum

Pair Sentinel Bookends--Walter Von Nessen Design for Chase--Brass & Bakelite

$975 / set

Pair Sentinel Bookends--Walter Von Nessen Design for Chase--Brass & Bakelite

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is a striking and highly sculptural pair of Art Deco bookends designed by Walter Von Nessen for the Chase Brass & Copper Company in the mid-1930s. These iconic American mode...

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1930s American Machine Age Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass

Pair of MCM Walter Von Nessen Tall White Enameled Column Lamps

$1,516Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of MCM Walter Von Nessen Tall White Enameled Column Lamps

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of MCM Walter von Nessen tall white enameled column lamps Of minimalist design, with a 4.5-inch diameter standing 16-inches high to the top...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Metal

Walter Von Nessen Brass Swing Arm Table Lamp with Adjustable Cylindrical Shade

$750

Walter Von Nessen Brass Swing Arm Table Lamp with Adjustable Cylindrical Shade

By Walter Von Nessen, Nessen Studio

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Attractive and highly functional desk / table lamp by Walter Von Nessen for his eponymous Nessen Studio (ca. 1970s, New York City). Features a swing arm and pivoting, perforated, cyl...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass

Early 1930s Walter Von Nessen Floor Lamp, Art Deco

$3,800

Early 1930s Walter Von Nessen Floor Lamp, Art Deco

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Buffalo, NY

Great example, Art Deco, Bauhaus, Walter Von Nessen adjustable height floor lamp. From 50" -58", retains original milk glass shade, also original white bakelite on/off switch, brass ...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass

Tall Walter Von Nessen, Nessen Studios Brass & Inlaid Walnut "Tower" Table Lamp

$2,500

Tall Walter Von Nessen, Nessen Studios Brass & Inlaid Walnut "Tower" Table Lamp

By Walter Von Nessen, Nessen Studio

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Towering Walter Von Nessen designed Nessen Studios Walnut & Brass Table Lamp, 1960s. Featuring an architectural solid hardwood column with vertical brass inlay. Small footprint. ...

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1960s American Minimalist Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass

Crescent Moon & Brass Art Deco Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co.

$650 / set

Crescent Moon & Brass Art Deco Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co.

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase and Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous pair of bakelite crescent moon and brass Art Deco bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co., circa 1930s. The bookends have a black bakelite crescent moon siitting o...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass

Art Deco Machine Age Chrome and Black Torchiere Uplight Floor Lamp, Ca. 1930's

$2,400

Art Deco Machine Age Chrome and Black Torchiere Uplight Floor Lamp, Ca. 1930's

By Gilbert Rohde, Walter Von Nessen

Located in New York, NY

Rare Machine Age, Art Deco chrome and black uplight, torchiere, in very good, original, clean and working condition. Circa 1930's design in the style of Rohde, Deskey, Von Nessen etc...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Art Deco Brass Vases by Walter Von Nessen with Cobalt Blue Accents

$1,500

Art Deco Brass Vases by Walter Von Nessen with Cobalt Blue Accents

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of brass vases by Walter von Nessen for Chase, c.1930s, USA. The pair of solid patinated brass Art Deco vases feature a tulip opening ...

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1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Brass

Chrome Lamp with Burlap Shade by Nessen Lighting

$1,700

Chrome Lamp with Burlap Shade by Nessen Lighting

By Walter Von Nessen, Nessen Studio, Nessen Lighting

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Chrome lamp with burlap shade by Nessen Lighting. Dimensions listed (14 in. diameter x 22 in. tall) are the overall dimensions of the lamp with the shade.

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1960s American International Style Vintage Walter Von Nessen Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Rare Art Deco Set of Sugar and Creamer Designed by Walter Von Nessen

$140Sale Price / set|20% Off

Rare Art Deco Set of Sugar and Creamer Designed by Walter Von Nessen

By Walter Von Nessen, Manning Bowman

Located in San Diego, CA

A rare set of chrome sugar and creamer, with bakelite, handles designed by Walter Von Nessen, for Manning Bowman in very good condition, circa 1930s.

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20th Century American Art Deco Walter Von Nessen Furniture

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Chrome

Walter Von Nessen furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Walter Von Nessen furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Walter Von Nessen furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Walter Von Nessen were created in the Art Deco style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Tony Paul, Frederic Weinberg, and Lee Rosen. Prices for Walter Von Nessen furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $175 and can go as high as $18,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,500.