For more than a century, Italian manufacturer Banci Firenze has earned acclaim all over the world for its extensive range of innovative lighting and other furniture designs that draw on geometry, nature and modernist architecture.
Founded in 1899 by Giuseppe Banci, Banci Firenze began as a workshop in Florence that initially specialized in restoring glass, crystal and iron chandeliers. During the 1900s, the business evolved — Banci Firenze became a manufacturer of exquisite light fixtures from hand-blown glass, handmade gold leaf and wrought iron.
Although the company is best known for their meticulously designed chandeliers, wall sconces, flush-mount ceiling lights and table lamps, Banci Firenze’s offerings eventually expanded to include other furnishings during the mid-20th century. Especially popular in the 1950s and 1960s were Banci Firenze’s collection of Hollywood Regency-style pieces, such as glass-topped side tables with gilt flower accents and bases. In the 1970s, dining room tables and cocktail tables characterized by mid-century modernist and Art Deco flourishes were among Banci Firenze’s most popular designs.
In the 1980s, Banci Firenze garnered attention for a unique storage piece designed by the Italian architect and designer Ugo La Pietra. Shaped like a staircase, the so-called “flag cabinet” featured brass drawers, silver-cast ball feet sculpted in brass and a brass flag on a pyramid-shaped top. The cabinet was presented at the Abitare il Tempo exhibition in Verona.
Today, Banci Firenze continues the tradition of designing widely coveted, high-quality lighting and furniture crafted with time-honored Italian techniques.
On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage Banci Firenze lighting, tables and more furniture and collectibles.
1950s Sunflower Shape Flush Mount or Wall Light by Banci
By Banci Firenze
Located in Schoorl, NL
This intricately-crafted piece comes from the 1970s designer Bani Firenze. The brass-colored arms stretch and weave together from the base, branching out to beautifully ornate amber ...
Brass
1950's Sunflower Shape Flush Mount or Wall Light by Banci
By Banci Firenze
Located in Schoorl, NL
This intricately-crafted piece comes from the 1970s designer Bani Firenzi. The brass-coloured arms stretch and weave together from the base, branching out to beautifully ornate leave...
Brass, Iron
1940s Metal and Frosted Glass Flush Mount or Wall Light
Located in Schoorl, NL
Iconic gilt metal sunburst light with two E27 fitting in the centre. Handcrafted and hammered iron with nicely aged patina leaf finishing. This feature can be used as a flush mounts or it can be used as a wall feature...
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
1960s Glass and Gilt Metal Flush Mount or Wall Light by Banci
By Banci
Located in Schoorl, NL
This intricately-crafted piece comes from the 1960s designer Banci Firenze. The gilt leaf design stretch and weave together from the base, branching out with beautifully ornate leaves, flowers and bead...
Metal
1970s Gilt Metal Wall Light by Hans Kögl
By Hans Kögl
Located in Schoorl, NL
Iconic gilt metal leaf lighting with two Edison (E14) fittings. In full working condition and ready to use. Equipped with European wiring, it can support voltage up to 230v, whic...
Metal
1970s Metal and Glass Flush Mount by Peris Andreau
By Peris Andreau
Located in Schoorl, NL
This is a wonderful design made in the 1970s and it sparkles when lit! it holds four E14 bulbs. Glass gems and gilt metal frame. The combination of these materials expertly crafted g...
Metal
Beautiful small ceiling lamp by Banci Firenze, Italy, from the 1960s
By Banci Firenze
Located in München, DE
A beautiful, small, and rare floral ceiling lamp from the 1960s. Also suitable for use as a wall lamp. Manufacturer: Banci Firenze. Made in Italy. Exquisite Italian design featuring ...
Metal, Gold Plate
Mid-Century Modern Floral Ceiling Light by Banci Firenze Design Italy, 1960
By Banci Firenze
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-century Italian floral wall light or ceiling lamp, crafted from gilded wrought iron with hand-applied capiz shell petals. It features a stylized flower with layered leaves arrang...
Iron
Banci Firenze 1950s Gold Flush Light
By Banci Firenze
Located in Hastings, GB
Italian florentine flush mount ceiling light, Banci Firenze, Italy, 1950s Stunning Gold Acanthus Leaf Design in original gilt finish 42cm w...
Metal
Sunburst Flower Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron and Milk Glass, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Gilt Iron Flower Foliage Sunburst Light with Milk Glass Globe ___________________________________________________________ Eye-catching flower sunburst flush mount in gilt ir...
Metal, Iron
French Sunburst Flower Flush Mount Light Fixture, Gilt Iron, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching sunburst foliage flower flush mount light fixture in gold leaf gilt iron. France, 1940s. This handwrought iron ceiling light fixture has a nice patina showing its original gold leaf gilding. It can be used as a flush mount, as a wall light but also as a pendant hanging from a chain at the desired height. It will be an elegant touch placed in an entryway, bathroom or bedroom and will add a glamourous Hollywood Regency accent to any classical, modern, eclectic or midcentury decoration. Newly wired. Measures: 31 cm diameter x 14,5 cm H // 12,20 in diameter x 5,70 in H We are specialists in lighting: A curated selection of light fixtures and other lighting items is avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace. Flower Bud Sunburst Light Fixture // French Gilt Sunburst Light Fixture...
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Very beautiful 1960s gold-plated ceiling or wall lamp by Banci Firenze, Italy
By Banci Firenze
Located in München, DE
Elegant and rare 1960s Florentine-style ceiling or wall lamp. Manufacturer: Banci Firenze. Made in Italy. A highly refined design featuring transparent and amber-colored flowers and ...
Metal, Gold Plate
