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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
Cocoon resin. Mid-Century Modern hand-crafted table lamps, Italy, 1970s
Cocoon resin. Mid-Century Modern hand-crafted table lamps, Italy, 1970s

Cocoon resin. Mid-Century Modern hand-crafted table lamps, Italy, 1970s

$3,381 / set

Cocoon resin. Mid-Century Modern hand-crafted table lamps, Italy, 1970s

By Tobia Scarpa, George Nelson, Achille Castiglioni, Friedel Wauer, Flos

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Mid-Century Modern hand-crafted Scandinavian style table lamps, Italy, 1970s. Composed of turned pine wood bases with varnished finish, and lampshades made of a metal structure cover...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

A rise & fall Italian wall light by Gino Sarfatti
A rise & fall Italian wall light by Gino Sarfatti

A rise & fall Italian wall light by Gino Sarfatti

$3,810

A rise & fall Italian wall light by Gino Sarfatti

Located in London, GB

A rise & fall Italian wall light by Gino Sarfatti This is a rare example of a mid-20th Century Italian light, the simple wall bracket supporting a telescopic arm & large linen shade...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Ardium Shell Mid Century Style Brass Casting Wall Sconce
Ardium Shell Mid Century Style Brass Casting Wall Sconce

Ardium Shell Mid Century Style Brass Casting Wall Sconce

$300Sale Price / item|28% Off

Ardium Shell Mid Century Style Brass Casting Wall Sconce

Located in İstiklal, TR

ARDIUM Large Brass Wall Sconce, a striking and elegant lighting fixture designed to make a bold statement in any space. Crafted from heavy brass, this larger version features a G9 socket suitable for LED bulbs, offering both energy efficiency and long-lasting illumination. Ardium shell-shaped form adds a unique, nature-inspired aesthetic that enhances the décor of your home, making it an eye-catching piece. This versatile semi-flush wall sconce...

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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Counterweight Brass Floor Lamp, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Counterweight Brass Floor Lamp, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Counterweight Brass Floor Lamp, 1960s

$2,345

Mid-Century Modern Counterweight Brass Floor Lamp, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Elegant floor lamp in brass. The design convinces with the fine design and the combination of cantilever and counterweight. The lamp has two poles that are connected to a angled arm...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Floor Lamp - Star Model
Floor Lamp - Star Model

Floor Lamp - Star Model

$15,158 / item

Floor Lamp - Star Model

By Alberto and Diego Giacometti

Located in Hasselt, VLI

Originally designed by Giacometti and used by Jean-Michel Frank in his pure interiors, this is an ode to both artists' work. The forged-iron base with recognizable star and patinated...

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1930s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Iron

Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce "SP15" Wall Lamp, Italy 1960s
Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce "SP15" Wall Lamp, Italy 1960s

Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce "SP15" Wall Lamp, Italy 1960s

$699

Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce "SP15" Wall Lamp, Italy 1960s

By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti

Located in Naples, IT

Wall lamp model SP15, designed by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce in Italy in the 1950s/1960s. It is made of polished chrome-plated metal, has a very sturdy construction, and can be use...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Danish Medio Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
Mid-Century Danish Medio Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s

Mid-Century Danish Medio Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s

$938

Mid-Century Danish Medio Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s

By Jo Hammerborg

Located in Hamburg, DE

Elegant pendant lamp from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 1960s. A simple and timeless design. The lamp body shows a simple pill sha...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Sconces with Conical Opaline Glass Shades
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Sconces with Conical Opaline Glass Shades

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Sconces with Conical Opaline Glass Shades

$3,457 / set

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Sconces with Conical Opaline Glass Shades

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s. Each light has a brass backplate with an angled brass arm that supports a tapered opaline-glass shade. The glass is held by two small bra...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

White Mat Opaline Glass Brass Vintage Pendant Lights
White Mat Opaline Glass Brass Vintage Pendant Lights

White Mat Opaline Glass Brass Vintage Pendant Lights

$378 / item

White Mat Opaline Glass Brass Vintage Pendant Lights

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Mat opaline glass pendant. Brass top. 200 cm / 80" black cotton wire. Weight: 2.40 kg / 5.3 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standa...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern multicolored 6-armed brass sputnik lamp, 1950s Italy
Mid-Century Modern multicolored 6-armed brass sputnik lamp, 1950s Italy

Mid-Century Modern multicolored 6-armed brass sputnik lamp, 1950s Italy

$1,457

Mid-Century Modern multicolored 6-armed brass sputnik lamp, 1950s Italy

By Arteluce

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Mid-Century Modern multicolored 3-armed brass sputnik lamp, 1950s With nice original midcentury patina. Little since of usage. Rare and elegant midcentury Sputnik lamp, 1950s. The...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-century Modern Triple Colorful Bowl Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany
Mid-century Modern Triple Colorful Bowl Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany

Mid-century Modern Triple Colorful Bowl Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany

$2,565

Mid-century Modern Triple Colorful Bowl Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-century Modern Triple Colorful Bowl Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany Elegant and minimal design hanging lamp Lampshade is in good condition. This lamp works with 3x E14 ligh...

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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Italian Gold-Plated Brass Chandelier with 6 Glass Globes in Style Angelo Brotto
Italian Gold-Plated Brass Chandelier with 6 Glass Globes in Style Angelo Brotto

Italian Gold-Plated Brass Chandelier with 6 Glass Globes in Style Angelo Brotto

$1,120

Italian Gold-Plated Brass Chandelier with 6 Glass Globes in Style Angelo Brotto

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Very decorative and beautiful chandelier made of brass, fitted with five E14 sockets with glass ball shades. Made by Hans Agne Jakobsseon in the 1960s. The fixture requires five Euro...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Big Murano Candy Pendant Amber Swirl D:40 cm
Big Murano Candy Pendant Amber Swirl D:40 cm

Big Murano Candy Pendant Amber Swirl D:40 cm

$1,160 / item

Big Murano Candy Pendant Amber Swirl D:40 cm

Located in København, DK

Big Murano candy pendant lamp in the combination of burned orange and amber glass. All our lamps are mouth-blown glass and are handmade in Italy at a glassworks. Therefore the expres...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

Vistosi Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier, 1960
Vistosi Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier, 1960

Vistosi Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier, 1960

$4,431 / item

Vistosi Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier, 1960

By Vistosi

Located in Puglia, Puglia

The "Flower" ceiling light is a refined and exclusive piece of Murano craftsmanship by "Vetreria Vistosi." Entirely handcrafted from fine blown glass using the Graniglia technique, i...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Large French Sunburst Starburst Light Fixture in Gilt Metal & Milk Glass
Large French Sunburst Starburst Light Fixture in Gilt Metal & Milk Glass

Large French Sunburst Starburst Light Fixture in Gilt Metal & Milk Glass

$3,964

Large French Sunburst Starburst Light Fixture in Gilt Metal & Milk Glass

Located in Barcelona, ES

Outstanding French sunburst flush mount in gilt metal and milk glass, 1950s This sunburst starburst ceiling light fixture has an eye-catching construction. The sunburst backplace in ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Iron

Several Flower Wall Lights, Brass and Glass by Sische, 1970s, Germany
Several Flower Wall Lights, Brass and Glass by Sische, 1970s, Germany

Several Flower Wall Lights, Brass and Glass by Sische, 1970s, Germany

$1,072 / item

Several Flower Wall Lights, Brass and Glass by Sische, 1970s, Germany

By Sische

Located in Rijssen, NL

1 of the 8 flower wall lights, brass and glass by Sische Lighting, circa 1970s, Germany. Each of these wall lights is composed of a glass flowers shade screwed through round metal ri...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron and Glass, 1950s
Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron and Glass, 1950s

Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron and Glass, 1950s

$4,957

Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron and Glass, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

One of kind Sunburst Leafed Light Fixture, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Frosted Glass Mid-Century Modern gilt iron sunburst flush mount with leaves surrounding a central frosted glass di...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron

Small marble sphere lamp
Small marble sphere lamp

Small marble sphere lamp

$421

Small marble sphere lamp

Located in London, GB

Small French carved marble lamp. Sold rewired with small linen shade.

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Marble

Vintage Uchiwa Ingo Maurer Wall Lamp for M Design Germany 1970 s
Vintage Uchiwa Ingo Maurer Wall Lamp for M Design Germany 1970 s

Vintage Uchiwa Ingo Maurer Wall Lamp for M Design Germany 1970 s

$7,590

Vintage Uchiwa Ingo Maurer Wall Lamp for M Design Germany 1970 s

By Design M, Ingo Maurer

Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR

Uchiwa wall lamp were handcrafted from bamboo, wicker and Japanese rice paper. Ingo Maurer's interest in paper for lampshade was linked to his interest in Japan. From 1973 to 1975, h...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s

French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s

$2,400 / set

French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 7.0"H x 3.4"W x 6.85"D...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century MOD Architectural Pendant Lamp, Beiffeplast Style, Brown Enamel
Mid-Century MOD Architectural Pendant Lamp, Beiffeplast Style, Brown Enamel

Mid-Century MOD Architectural Pendant Lamp, Beiffeplast Style, Brown Enamel

$345

Mid-Century MOD Architectural Pendant Lamp, Beiffeplast Style, Brown Enamel

By Bieffeplast

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pendant lamp exemplifies MOD architectural design principles through geometric layered construction in the style of Beiffeplast. Four angled sheet metal panels extend from a central ...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Enamel, Sheet Metal

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, France, 1950s
French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, France, 1950s

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, France, 1950s

$2,200

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A black, green-glazed ceramic table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina brass with tarnish on one side. Wear consistent with age and moderate use. Dime...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier, 78 Glasses, Pink Fuxia Silk
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier, 78 Glasses, Pink Fuxia Silk

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier, 78 Glasses, Pink Fuxia Silk

$5,130

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier, 78 Glasses, Pink Fuxia Silk

By Venini

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 pink fuxia silk glass tubes in a star shape. Per...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s

Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s

$7,200 / item

Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s

Located in Vienna, AT

We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Brass

Charcoal Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection
Charcoal Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection

Charcoal Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection

$2,655

Charcoal Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

This collection draws inspiration from the agave and its piña, the dense heart from which mezcal is made. Each piece is handblown in Oaxaca, where the centuries-old making of mezcal ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

Huge Midcentury Rare Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
Huge Midcentury Rare Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll

Huge Midcentury Rare Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll

$5,998 / item

Huge Midcentury Rare Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll

By Rupert Nikoll

Located in Vienna, AT

Very rare chandelier with a brass construction with twelve arms and opaline glass shades each fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s. Total heigh...

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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1960s, Italy
Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1960s, Italy

Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1960s, Italy

$9,328

Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1960s, Italy

By Tobia Scarpa, Flos

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1960s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use with 220V a...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Resin

Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Pendant with Stunning Paper Shade, 1950s
Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Pendant with Stunning Paper Shade, 1950s

Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Pendant with Stunning Paper Shade, 1950s

$1,690

Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Pendant with Stunning Paper Shade, 1950s

Located in Helsinki, FI

A stunningly beautiful ceiling pendant made of a metal frame with a two-layered folded paper shade. This is a very rare model as we have not come across a similar example in 30 year...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce ‘Televisione’ Floor Lamp in Brass and Aluminum
Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce ‘Televisione’ Floor Lamp in Brass and Aluminum

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce ‘Televisione’ Floor Lamp in Brass and Aluminum

$33,000

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce ‘Televisione’ Floor Lamp in Brass and Aluminum

By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce, floor lamp ‘Televisione’, model '12627', polished brass, lacquered aluminum and steel, Italy, circa 1956 This 'Televisione' floor lamp, designed by Ang...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Travertine Table Lamp Attributed to Fratelli Mannelli, Italian Design c.1970
Travertine Table Lamp Attributed to Fratelli Mannelli, Italian Design c.1970

Travertine Table Lamp Attributed to Fratelli Mannelli, Italian Design c.1970

$1,049

Travertine Table Lamp Attributed to Fratelli Mannelli, Italian Design c.1970

Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR

A minimalist Italian mid-century modern table lamp, circa 1970. The piece features a brutalist architectural base crafted from porous raw travertine stone with vertical fluting, topp...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Travertine

Large Italian Mid Century 1950s Wall Light
Large Italian Mid Century 1950s Wall Light

Large Italian Mid Century 1950s Wall Light

$897Sale Price|50% Off

Large Italian Mid Century 1950s Wall Light

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful large aged brass with a dark golden patina 5 light sconce circa 1955, Italy. All original. Rewired. 5 candelabra sockets.

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,500

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Beautiful and well-preserved flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Norway from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintag...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Italian Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Italian Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, Fabric, Italy, 1950s

Italian Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, Fabric, Italy, 1950s

$2,800

Italian Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, Fabric, Italy, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A brass, red lacquered metal, opaline glass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina on brass and red metal. Wear consistent with vinta...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of vintage Murano Six-Tier Felci wall sconce - pink glasses
Pair of vintage Murano Six-Tier Felci wall sconce - pink glasses

Pair of vintage Murano Six-Tier Felci wall sconce - pink glasses

$1,107 / set

Pair of vintage Murano Six-Tier Felci wall sconce - pink glasses

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 10 Murano pink Six-Tier Felci for each applique in a chrome metal frame. The glasses of this chandelier are real works of art. Pe...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Art Glass

1 of 3 Large Kalmar Wall Light Murano Glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
1 of 3 Large Kalmar Wall Light Murano Glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s

1 of 3 Large Kalmar Wall Light Murano Glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s

$1,282 / item

1 of 3 Large Kalmar Wall Light Murano Glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

1 of 3 Exquisite midcentury wall sconce featuring a sophisticated design with five large Murano glass pieces elegantly mounted on a chrome frame. Crafted by Kalmar in Austria, these ...

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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s

Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s

$3,200

Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A beige-lacquered metal, brass and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina on metal and brass. Wear consistent with age and use....

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass, Metal

French Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, France, 1950s
French Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, France, 1950s

French Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, France, 1950s

$3,800

French Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A brass-painted metal flush mount designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina; wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 4.75"H x 16.0"D Bulb S...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Swedish Orrefors Crystal 1950s Mid Century Pendant Flush Chandelier
Swedish Orrefors Crystal 1950s Mid Century Pendant Flush Chandelier

Swedish Orrefors Crystal 1950s Mid Century Pendant Flush Chandelier

$2,800Sale Price|50% Off

Swedish Orrefors Crystal 1950s Mid Century Pendant Flush Chandelier

By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful Swedish Mid Century 1950s crystal and brass 22” Wide pendant or flush light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. 5 candelabra light sockets. Newly Rewired

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Round Clear Glass Mid-Century Sconce Flush Mount
Round Clear Glass Mid-Century Sconce Flush Mount

Round Clear Glass Mid-Century Sconce Flush Mount

$262

Round Clear Glass Mid-Century Sconce Flush Mount

By WILA

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp. Metal base, clear glass with mat glass parts 1960-1970 Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

1 of 6 Large Murano Glass Wall Sconces Venini Style, Italy, 1970s
1 of 6 Large Murano Glass Wall Sconces Venini Style, Italy, 1970s

1 of 6 Large Murano Glass Wall Sconces Venini Style, Italy, 1970s

$676 / item

1 of 6 Large Murano Glass Wall Sconces Venini Style, Italy, 1970s

By Venini

Located in Aachen, NRW

Large Murano wall lights, in the style of Venini, made in Italy, circa 1970-1979. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned and well-wired. Each sconce requires 1 x E27 stand...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Large Uno Kristiansson Table Lamp, Turned Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s
Large Uno Kristiansson Table Lamp, Turned Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s

Large Uno Kristiansson Table Lamp, Turned Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s

$980

Large Uno Kristiansson Table Lamp, Turned Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s

By Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö

Located in Stockholm, SE

A large, sculptural, solid pine table lamp designed by Uno Kristiansson around 1966 and made by Luxus. The body of the design is turned pine wood. Although the form of the lamp is ...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Pine

Mid-Century Modern Eight-Arm Chandelier with Brass & Black Shades
Mid-Century Modern Eight-Arm Chandelier with Brass & Black Shades

Mid-Century Modern Eight-Arm Chandelier with Brass & Black Shades

$5,002 / item

Mid-Century Modern Eight-Arm Chandelier with Brass & Black Shades

By Stilnovo

Located in Bochum, NRW

A refined study in balance and proportion, this 8‑arm chandelier combines the warmth of brushed brass with the graphic clarity of matte ivory shades. Its silhouette is unmistakably m...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Stunning Pair of Murano Glass Sconces in the Style of Venini
Stunning Pair of Murano Glass Sconces in the Style of Venini

Stunning Pair of Murano Glass Sconces in the Style of Venini

$570 / set

Stunning Pair of Murano Glass Sconces in the Style of Venini

By Venini

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A stunning pair of Murano glass wall sconces. Each consisting of a stylish design. A single white lacquered wall plate with a solo socket and mount make for a beautiful wall light. E...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Marc Wood Apollo Pendant Large, Luxury Light, Aged Brass & Marble
Marc Wood Apollo Pendant Large, Luxury Light, Aged Brass & Marble

Marc Wood Apollo Pendant Large, Luxury Light, Aged Brass & Marble

$4,600 / item

Marc Wood Apollo Pendant Large, Luxury Light, Aged Brass & Marble

By Marc Wood

Located in London, GB

Giving a nod to the celestial and celebrating the elegance and exuberant glamour of 1970s postmodernism. The pendant incorporates a hand-spun, aged brass shade and Rosso Levanto r...

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2010s British Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Small Medusa Mouthblown Glass Pendant Lamp by Carlo Nason for Established & Sons
Small Medusa Mouthblown Glass Pendant Lamp by Carlo Nason for Established & Sons

Small Medusa Mouthblown Glass Pendant Lamp by Carlo Nason for Established & Sons

$1,050 / item

Small Medusa Mouthblown Glass Pendant Lamp by Carlo Nason for Established & Sons

By Established & Sons, Carlo Nason

Located in Glendale, CA

Small 'Medusa' Mouth-blown Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp by Carlo Nason for Established & Sons Originally designed in the 1960s by Carlo Nason of Italy, the Medusa has been brought...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 wall lights clear glass Italian design of Reticello late 1940 by Seguso
Set of 2 wall lights clear glass Italian design of Reticello late 1940 by Seguso

Set of 2 wall lights clear glass Italian design of Reticello late 1940 by Seguso

$2,694 / set

Set of 2 wall lights clear glass Italian design of Reticello late 1940 by Seguso

By Seguso

Located in London, GB

A set 2 of Italian design sconces late 1940s early 50s clear and white blown glass “Reticello” technique by Seguso Vetri d’Arte with brass details. Made in Italy Murano

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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

1st Edition Accademia Table Lamp by Cini Boeri for Artemide, Italy, 1978
1st Edition Accademia Table Lamp by Cini Boeri for Artemide, Italy, 1978

1st Edition Accademia Table Lamp by Cini Boeri for Artemide, Italy, 1978

$2,215

1st Edition Accademia Table Lamp by Cini Boeri for Artemide, Italy, 1978

By Cini Boeri, Artemide

Located in Milano, IT

Conceived in 1978 by Italian architect and designer Cini Boeri for Artemide, the Accademia table lamp represents a striking synthesis of architectural rigor and minimalist sensibilit...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Spanish Crown Sunburst fixture XL in Gilt Metal and frost Glass , circa 1950
Spanish Crown Sunburst fixture XL in Gilt Metal and frost Glass , circa 1950

Spanish Crown Sunburst fixture XL in Gilt Metal and frost Glass , circa 1950

$838Sale Price|27% Off

Spanish Crown Sunburst fixture XL in Gilt Metal and frost Glass , circa 1950

Located in La xara, VC

Large Spanish crown light in gilt metal and frosted glass, Spain, 1950s. Midcentury antique gilt iron frame or pendant with laurel leaf motifs surrounding a central frosted glass dif...

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1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s

Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s

$2,400 / set

Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.0"H x 4.75"W x 10.5"D Back...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Round Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts
Mid-Century Round Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts

Mid-Century Round Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts

$267

Mid-Century Round Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp. Metal base with clear glass. 1960-1970 Weight: 1.50 kg / 3.3 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international st...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Fontana Arte by Max Ingrand sconces model 2434, set of 2, Italy circa 1960s
Fontana Arte by Max Ingrand sconces model 2434, set of 2, Italy circa 1960s

Fontana Arte by Max Ingrand sconces model 2434, set of 2, Italy circa 1960s

$11,500 / set

Fontana Arte by Max Ingrand sconces model 2434, set of 2, Italy circa 1960s

By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte

Located in Long Island City, NY

Fontana Arte by Max Ingrand sconces model 2434. Designed and manufactured in Italy in 1960s. Green and white curved glass, enameled metal frame. 1 candelabra socket each. FREE US rew...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-20th Century Italian chrome sconces by Sciolari, 4 pieces available
Pair of Mid-20th Century Italian chrome sconces by Sciolari, 4 pieces available

Pair of Mid-20th Century Italian chrome sconces by Sciolari, 4 pieces available

$1,154 / set

Pair of Mid-20th Century Italian chrome sconces by Sciolari, 4 pieces available

By Sciolari Lighting, Gio Ponti

Located in Roma, IT

We are pleased to offer for sale two sets, each consisting of a pair of stunning and minimalist wall sconces produced by the historic Italian lighting company “SCIOLARI.” These four ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1 of the 2 Kaiser Green Curved Ceramic Lamp, Custom Silk Lampshade by R. Houben
1 of the 2 Kaiser Green Curved Ceramic Lamp, Custom Silk Lampshade by R. Houben

1 of the 2 Kaiser Green Curved Ceramic Lamp, Custom Silk Lampshade by R. Houben

$2,915 / item

1 of the 2 Kaiser Green Curved Ceramic Lamp, Custom Silk Lampshade by R. Houben

Located in Rijssen, NL

Heavy quality large ceramic table floor/table lamp, 1970s. This lamp base brings rich visual appeal to any interior. With its beautiful shape, it offers a unique presence. This bas...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Silk Wall-Lamp with a Pulley Shanghai, Re Edtion
Mid-Century Modern Silk Wall-Lamp with a Pulley Shanghai, Re Edtion

Mid-Century Modern Silk Wall-Lamp with a Pulley Shanghai, Re Edtion

$6,850 / item

Mid-Century Modern Silk Wall-Lamp with a Pulley Shanghai, Re Edtion

By Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

Extraordinary wall-lamp with a pulley, measures up to the clients request. Comes as well with no pulley. Different kind of shades are available Most components according to the UL ...

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2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Nordic Modern Itsu Chandelier Model ER 110/3, Brass & Glass, Finland 1950s
Nordic Modern Itsu Chandelier Model ER 110/3, Brass & Glass, Finland 1950s

Nordic Modern Itsu Chandelier Model ER 110/3, Brass & Glass, Finland 1950s

$3,265

Nordic Modern Itsu Chandelier Model ER 110/3, Brass & Glass, Finland 1950s

By Itsu

Located in Helsinki, FI

A delicate Finnish mid-century ceiling lamp model 110 by Itsu, one of Finland’s foremost lighting manufacturers. The design is obviously inspired by the iconic Paavo Tynell style wit...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Wicker Wall Lamp Pair - Organic Modern Design "Eambra"
Wicker Wall Lamp Pair - Organic Modern Design "Eambra"

Wicker Wall Lamp Pair - Organic Modern Design "Eambra"

$782 / set

Wicker Wall Lamp Pair - Organic Modern Design "Eambra"

Located in Oxford, GB

Embra wicker Wall light. This wall lamp wraps gentle light in the quiet poetry of woven wicker. Its vertically fluted form creates a soft, rhythmic texture, casting delicate patter...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Rattan, Wicker

Pair Murano chandeliers
Pair Murano chandeliers

Pair Murano chandeliers

$3,031 / set

Pair Murano chandeliers

Located in Budapest, HU

Pair Italian vintage glass chandeliers with albaster white glass tubes. The armor polished nickel ssupports 36 large etched glass tubes in a star shape. Period: late XX century Dimen...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

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.

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