Artemide is an iconic firm in the design world. The mid-century Italian company is one of the best known lighting manufacturers and its award-winning fixtures are held in museum collections everywhere. Vintage Artemide table lamps, pendants, ceiling lamps and other lighting represent a thoughtful merge between functionalism and eye-catching design.
Artemide, which is based in Pregnana, was founded by Ernesto Gismondi and Sergio Mazza in 1959. During that year, Mazza created the first table lamp for the manufacturer — a modernist work in glass, marble and metal that he called the Alfa. Gismondi, who studied aeronautical engineering at the Polytechnic University of Milan and missile engineering at Rome’s Professional School of Engineering, applied his knowledge of cutting edge technology and materials such as fiberglass resin to Artemide’s designs for lighting and furniture.
In 1967, Artemide won Italy’s Compasso d'Oro design award for its Eclisse table lamp, which was designed by Vico Magistretti two years earlier. Other award-winning fixtures include the Tizio table lamp designed by Richard Sapper and the Tolomeo table lamp.
Designed by Michele de Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina, the Tolomeo featured the patented George Carwardine mechanism used in the original Anglepoise lamp. De Lucchi would later be recruited to join visionary postmodern design collective the Memphis Group. Artemide’s Gismondi purchased the brand after founder Ettore Sottsass dismantled the collective in 1988, and it was bought by Alberto Bianchi Albrici in 1996.
Artemide’s list of design, innovation, sustainability and other industry awards is long and distinguished. The firm continues to actively collaborate with internationally revered designers and seek out new talent through workshops with design schools. The company’s deeply held values — energy-saving lighting, sustainable design and ethically sourced materials — characterize its current offerings, and Artemide furniture and lighting can be found in the permanent collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art and other institutions.
On 1stDibs, find Artemide tables, seating, floor lamps, chandeliers and more.
Model Clipeo Rare Pair of Sconces by Eric Gottein for Artemide, 1970s, Italy
By Eric Gottein, Artemide
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Model Clipeo Rare Pair of Sconces by Eric Gottein for Artemide, 1970s, Italy Very high quality. Fully functional. Lamps are in very good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age ...
Metal
Pair of Wall Lights by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, 1970s, Italy
By Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pair of Wall Lights by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, 1970s, Italy Lamps are in very good vintage condition. Quantity : 2 Pairs This lamp works with E27 light bulbs. Wire...
Brass
Pair of Wall Lights by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, 1970s, Italy
By Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pair of Wall Lights by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, 1970s, Italy Lamps are in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to us...
Chrome
Mid-Century Pair of Sconces by Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century pair of sconces by Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps Brushed satin glass diffusers and brass. Lamp is in very good condition. These ...
Brass
Brass and Glass Pair of Sconces in the Style of Stilnovo, 1960, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Glass Pair of Sconces in the Style of Stilnovo, 1960s, Italy Elegant rare high quality wall lamps. Lamps are in very good vintage condition. Wear consi...
Brass
Atomic Design Brass Pair of Sconces by N Leuchten, 1950s, Germany
By Paul Neuhaus Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Atomic Design Brass Pair of Sconces by N Leuchten, 1950s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 2x E14 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use ...
Brass
Pair of Delta wall lamps by Sergio Mazza for Artemide. Italy 1960s
By Sergio Mazza, Artemide
Located in Catania, CT
Elegant pair of wall lamps designed by Sergio Mazza for Artemide. Model Delta, featuring a nickel-plated brass structure and spherical diffusers in textured opaline glass. The lamps ...
Brass, Nickel
Pair of Large Version “Gamma” Wall Sconces by Sergio Mazza for Artemide, 1960s
By Sergio Mazza, Artemide
Located in Brescia, Brescia
An exceptional pair of wall sconces from the iconic "Gamma" series, designed by Sergio Mazza for Artemide in the 1960s. This is the largest and most desirable version of the model, measuring approximately 27 cm in diameter, 38 cm deep, and 20 cm high, offering a more substantial architectural presence than the smaller variants commonly encountered on the market. The design perfectly reflects Sergio Mazza’s mastery of geometric form and material balance. Each fixture is composed of a large spherical diffuser in finely ribbed pressed glass, enclosed by a sculptural brushed nickel-plated brass structure that wraps elegantly around the globe, creating a striking interplay between transparency, texture, and metal. When illuminated, the radial pattern embedded within the glass becomes particularly evident, diffusing light evenly while producing a soft, atmospheric glow. The substantial dimensions and balanced proportions allow these sconces to function not only as lighting fixtures but also as sculptural wall elements. What makes this pair especially remarkable is its condition and provenance. These sconces come from a rare old stock acquisition and have never been installed or used. As shown in the photographs, they are still preserved in their original Artemide bags, an increasingly rare circumstance for lighting produced over half a century ago. The brushed nickel-plated brass surfaces retain their original finish, while the pressed glass diffusers remain beautifully preserved. The overall presentation is exceptionally crisp, displaying the freshness and integrity normally associated with contemporary production rather than vintage pieces. Designed by Sergio Mazza during Artemide’s formative years, the Gamma series represents one of the earliest expressions of the company's commitment to combining technical innovation with refined Italian modernism. Today these models are increasingly sought after by collectors, architects, and design enthusiasts for their timeless aesthetic and versatility. Presented in outstanding New Old Stock condition, complete with original Artemide packaging. A rare opportunity to acquire an unused pair of the largest Gamma wall sconces...
Brass, Nickel
Pair of Delta Wall Lamps by Sergio Mazza for Artemide, Italy, 1960s
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant pair of “Delta” wall lamps was designed by Sergio Mazza for Artemide in the 1960s and represents one of the most iconic examples of Italian mid-century lighting design. ...
Chrome
Pair of opaline glass wall lights sconces Sergio Mazza Style Italy 1970s
By Sergio Mazza, Artemide
Located in Nicolosi, IT
This elegant pair of Space Age style wall lamps, produced in Italy in the 70s, is a perfect example of futuristic and innovative design. Each wall lamp is composed of two white opal ...
Metal, Chrome
Sergio Mazza Gamma Wall Lamps for Artemide, Italy 1960s
By Sergio Mazza, Artemide
Located in Milan, IT
Sergio Mazza Set of Three Gamma Wall Lamps for Artemide, Italy 1960s
Metal
Sergio Mazza "Gamma" Sconces for Artemide, a Pair Italy circa 1960s
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in Long Island City, NY
Sergio Mazza "Gamma" sconces, a pair. Made in Italy in 1960s. Glass, nickel plated brass. Arm and head can pivot. Dimensions depend on position of the arm and the shade. Takes one Ed...
Brass, Nickel
