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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
Isamu Noguchi Akari UF-3Q Light Sculpture, Handmade Washi Paper, Japan
Isamu Noguchi Akari UF-3Q Light Sculpture, Handmade Washi Paper, Japan

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF-3Q Light Sculpture, Handmade Washi Paper, Japan

$1,950

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF-3Q Light Sculpture, Handmade Washi Paper, Japan

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

Elevate your space with this iconic Akari UF-3Q light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi, part of his celebrated Akari Light Sculpture series. Designed in the mid-20th century, Noguchi’s Aka...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Steel

Pair of Hibiscus floral Sconces, Frosted Murano Glass, Italy, 1970s
Pair of Hibiscus floral Sconces, Frosted Murano Glass, Italy, 1970s

Pair of Hibiscus floral Sconces, Frosted Murano Glass, Italy, 1970s

$2,158 / set

Pair of Hibiscus floral Sconces, Frosted Murano Glass, Italy, 1970s

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Exquisite pair of 1970s Murano glass hibiscus floral sconces, Italy. Delicate hand-blown flowers in rare golden-frozen speckled crystal glass bloom on elegant gilt metal stems with l...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Round Clear cut Glass Sconces Flush Mounts , Germany 1960
Mid-Century Round Clear cut Glass Sconces Flush Mounts , Germany 1960

Mid-Century Round Clear cut Glass Sconces Flush Mounts , Germany 1960

$149Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Round Clear cut Glass Sconces Flush Mounts , Germany 1960

By Limburg

Located in La xara, VC

1960s wall or ceiling cristal light. Metal base and round, clear glass shade. 1960-1970. All our lamps are compatible with LED bulbs. The wiring has been checked and replaced to mee...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass

Large Mid-century Dutch Chandelier in Metal and Brass 270cm/106in
Large Mid-century Dutch Chandelier in Metal and Brass 270cm/106in

Large Mid-century Dutch Chandelier in Metal and Brass 270cm/106in

$37,500

Large Mid-century Dutch Chandelier in Metal and Brass 270cm/106in

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Grand chandelier, metal, brass, Netherlands, 1950s This impressive chandelier, crafted in the Netherlands during the 1950s, is a striking example of post-war modernist design. Its a...

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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

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

Square Mid-Century Flush Mounts, 1960s, Italy

$1,166 / item

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

Mid-century Modern Italian Design Brass Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Italy
Mid-century Modern Italian Design Brass Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Italy

Mid-century Modern Italian Design Brass Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Italy

$1,283 / set

Mid-century Modern Italian Design Brass Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-century Modern Italian design Brass Pair of Sconces with patinas, 1960s, Italy Elegant rare high quality wall lamps. Lamps are in very good vintage condition. Wear consistent w...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Toso Wall Lighting gold Glass Murano Pair, Italy 1980
Toso Wall Lighting gold Glass Murano Pair, Italy 1980

Toso Wall Lighting gold Glass Murano Pair, Italy 1980

$1,024Sale Price / set|34% Off

Toso Wall Lighting gold Glass Murano Pair, Italy 1980

By Toso Vetri D'arte

Located in La xara, VC

Exceptional Toso wall lighting glass Murano with metal structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the italian Design. Beautiful unique vintage w...

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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Table Lamps with Spherical Opaline Glass Shades
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Table Lamps with Spherical Opaline Glass Shades

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Table Lamps with Spherical Opaline Glass Shades

$2,200 / set

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Table Lamps with Spherical Opaline Glass Shades

Located in Rome, IT

This pair of Italian table lamps from the 1950s features a clean, modern design built around a compact, geometric composition. Each lamp is structured as a solid brass cylinder risin...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern 18-Armed Green Brass Large Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy
Mid-Century Modern 18-Armed Green Brass Large Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy

Mid-Century Modern 18-Armed Green Brass Large Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy

$3,500

Mid-Century Modern 18-Armed Green Brass Large Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-Century Modern 18-Armed Green Brass Large Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy Very elegant ceiling lamp. Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with 18x E14 standard light b...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

1960s Venini Tronchi Texturized Glass Tube Chandelier 10 Lights , Italy
1960s Venini Tronchi Texturized Glass Tube Chandelier 10 Lights , Italy

1960s Venini Tronchi Texturized Glass Tube Chandelier 10 Lights , Italy

$3,000

1960s Venini Tronchi Texturized Glass Tube Chandelier 10 Lights , Italy

By Paolo Venini, Venini

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Venini texturized tronchi massive glass tube chandelier with 10 lights . 28 glass tube . Contain 5 E12 candelabra socket and 5 E26 Edison base socket . Mesure 23 in. wide by 31...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Isamu Noguchi Akari Floor Lamp ST2-35N
Isamu Noguchi Akari Floor Lamp ST2-35N

Isamu Noguchi Akari Floor Lamp ST2-35N

$5,495

Isamu Noguchi Akari Floor Lamp ST2-35N

By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1

Located in Malmö, SE

This is an exceptional floor lamp. Designed by Isamu Noguchi and made by Ozeki & Co in Gifu, Japan. Model ST2-35N. The lampshade is created from handmade washi paper and bamboo ...

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Early 2000s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Steel

Mid-century ceramic lamp by Woops, 60's, France, Era Ruelland Capron Chiazzo
Mid-century ceramic lamp by Woops, 60's, France, Era Ruelland Capron Chiazzo

Mid-century ceramic lamp by Woops, 60's, France, Era Ruelland Capron Chiazzo

$1,050

Mid-century ceramic lamp by Woops, 60's, France, Era Ruelland Capron Chiazzo

By Robert Chiazzo

Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR

Mid-century ceramic lamp by Woops, 60's, France, Era Ruelland Capron Chiazzo Beautiful lamp by the studio Woops in Var, France. Beige brown glaze. Its original form, with a narrowe...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

Large Mid Century Desk Lamp by Helo Leuchten Germany, 1950s
Large Mid Century Desk Lamp by Helo Leuchten Germany, 1950s

Large Mid Century Desk Lamp by Helo Leuchten Germany, 1950s

$932Sale Price|20% Off

Large Mid Century Desk Lamp by Helo Leuchten Germany, 1950s

By Helo Leuchten

Located in Schwerin, MV

Large Helo table lamp with a very large shade and brass sections – a timeless classic from the 1950s, designed by Henry and Lothar Gerhard. Stylistically, the lamp's design is inspir...

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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Copper, Brass

Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Pair of ‘Micro’ Sconces, Model 2240, 1950s, Signed
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Pair of ‘Micro’ Sconces, Model 2240, 1950s, Signed

Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Pair of ‘Micro’ Sconces, Model 2240, 1950s, Signed

$21,819 / set

Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Pair of ‘Micro’ Sconces, Model 2240, 1950s, Signed

By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand

Located in Brescia, Brescia

A rare and authentic pair of ‘Micro’ sconces, model 2240, designed by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte in the 1950s. Each sconce features double profiled glass panels: two thick, polishe...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

DUOS 36 D Model Adjustable Double Pull Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany
DUOS 36 D Model Adjustable Double Pull Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany

DUOS 36 D Model Adjustable Double Pull Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany

$4,667 / item

DUOS 36 D Model Adjustable Double Pull Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany

By Florian Schulz

Located in Hagenbach, DE

DUOS 36 D Model Adjustable 'Double Pull' Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany New and made the order. Designed and manufactured in Germany. The lamp shade is made of very quali...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

USADA Rosso Levanto Marble Two Way Wall Sconce, Mid-Century Modernt Tube
USADA Rosso Levanto Marble Two Way Wall Sconce, Mid-Century Modernt Tube

USADA Rosso Levanto Marble Two Way Wall Sconce, Mid-Century Modernt Tube

$407 / item

USADA Rosso Levanto Marble Two Way Wall Sconce, Mid-Century Modernt Tube

Located in İstiklal, TR

USADA MARBLE wall sconce exemplifies refined luxury through its sculptural simplicity and noble materials. Carved from richly veined marble, the elongated cylindrical form highlights...

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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Marble, Iron

Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide, 'Lesbo' Table Lamp, Italy, 1980s
Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide, 'Lesbo' Table Lamp, Italy, 1980s

Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide, 'Lesbo' Table Lamp, Italy, 1980s

$3,068

Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide, 'Lesbo' Table Lamp, Italy, 1980s

By Artimide, Angelo Mangiarotti

Located in Antwerp, BE

Designed by Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide, this iconic Lesbo table lamp is one of the most recognizable examples of Italian modernist lighting. The sculptural design combines a sat...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

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

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

$2,200 / set

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

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, combining a minimalist modernist design with refined brass details. Each light features an elongated opaline glass shade with a soft, tap...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

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

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

$2,917 / item

1 of the 2 Kaiser Green Curved Ceramic Lamp, Custom Lampshades 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

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

$2,800

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina on brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.5"H x...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

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

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

$4,400 / set

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

Located in Rome, IT

This pair of large Italian wall sconces from the 1950s combines softly curved opaline glass shades with slender brass arms for a refined mid-century presence. Each lamp features an ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Gino Paroldo Mid-Century '4027' Chandelier in Brass and Sepia Glass
Gino Paroldo Mid-Century '4027' Chandelier in Brass and Sepia Glass

Gino Paroldo Mid-Century '4027' Chandelier in Brass and Sepia Glass

$6,950

Gino Paroldo Mid-Century '4027' Chandelier in Brass and Sepia Glass

By Gino Paroldo

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Gino Paroldo for Dino Dei, chandelier model '4027', brass and glass, Italy, 1960s Italian postwar chandelier by renowned Italian designer Gino Paroldo. The fixture features a slende...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

'Submerged' Glass Table Lamp Rare Flavio Poli Seguso Vetri d'Arte 60's mod.14092
'Submerged' Glass Table Lamp Rare Flavio Poli Seguso Vetri d'Arte 60's mod.14092

'Submerged' Glass Table Lamp Rare Flavio Poli Seguso Vetri d'Arte 60's mod.14092

$15,869

'Submerged' Glass Table Lamp Rare Flavio Poli Seguso Vetri d'Arte 60's mod.14092

By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli

Located in Palermo, IT

An exquisite and rare Murano glass table lamp, designed by the legendary Flavio Poli for the prestigious Seguso Vetri d'Arte furnace, circa late 1960s - early 1970s. Technical and Ae...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Two very rare original Italian 1960s wall lamps with glass and mirror components
Two very rare original Italian 1960s wall lamps with glass and mirror components

Two very rare original Italian 1960s wall lamps with glass and mirror components

$933 / set

Two very rare original Italian 1960s wall lamps with glass and mirror components

By Barovier&Toso

Located in München, DE

Two very rare original 1960s wall lamps like Barovier & Toso. Made in Italy. Beautiful, elegant Italian design. The lamp consists of a tinted round mirror with an attached wall brack...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Mirror, Murano Glass, Plexiglass

White Opaline Glass Vintage European Brass Top Pendant Lights
White Opaline Glass Vintage European Brass Top Pendant Lights

White Opaline Glass Vintage European Brass Top Pendant Lights

$227 / item

White Opaline Glass Vintage European Brass Top Pendant Lights

Located in Amsterdam, NL

White opaline glass pendant. Brass top. 2 meter black cotton flex Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

$3,800

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

An etched glass and brass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina on brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.5"H ...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Caged Opaline Glass, Cream & Brass Pendant Lantern, Germany 1950s
Caged Opaline Glass, Cream & Brass Pendant Lantern, Germany 1950s

Caged Opaline Glass, Cream & Brass Pendant Lantern, Germany 1950s

$962

Caged Opaline Glass, Cream & Brass Pendant Lantern, Germany 1950s

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

This pendant light was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1950s. The light features a lantern-style design with a central opaline glass diffuser in cylindrical form, enclo...

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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Post-Modern Targetti Sankey Chandelier
Post-Modern Targetti Sankey Chandelier

Post-Modern Targetti Sankey Chandelier

$1,100

Post-Modern Targetti Sankey Chandelier

By Targetti Sankey

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Targetti Sankey, chandelier, chrome-plated steel, plastic, Italy, 1970s. This chandelier, composed of five pipes, offers a modern interpretation of lighting design. Each pipe, feat...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Vintage Italian Murano chandelier - 24 glasses - "Bubbles" Model
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier - 24 glasses - "Bubbles" Model

Vintage Italian Murano chandelier - 24 glasses - "Bubbles" Model

$1,516 / set

Vintage Italian Murano chandelier - 24 glasses - "Bubbles" Model

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Vintage Italian Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. The structure is composed of a series of glass squares with raised glass hemispheres at their centers, arranged in a geometric pa...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Art Glass

XXL Orange Ceramic FLoor Table Lamp, Lampshade by R. Houben, 1970
XXL Orange Ceramic FLoor Table Lamp, Lampshade by R. Houben, 1970

XXL Orange Ceramic FLoor Table Lamp, Lampshade by R. Houben, 1970

$7,805

XXL Orange Ceramic FLoor Table Lamp, Lampshade by R. Houben, 1970

Located in Rijssen, NL

Heavy quality ceramic  floor lamp, 1970s. This  lamp base brings playful elegance and rich visual appeal to any interior. With its beautiful shape, it offers a unique presence. Thi...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

Isamu Noguchi Akari Pendant Ceiling Paper Lamp 45X
Isamu Noguchi Akari Pendant Ceiling Paper Lamp 45X

Isamu Noguchi Akari Pendant Ceiling Paper Lamp 45X

$695 / item

Isamu Noguchi Akari Pendant Ceiling Paper Lamp 45X

By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1

Located in Malmö, SE

This is an exceptional lamp. Designed by Isamu Noguchi and made by Ozeki & Co in Gifu, Japan. Model 45X. The lampshade is created from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribbing. ...

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Early 2000s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Steel

Mid-20th Century Cast Iron Wall Lights with White Opaline Glass Shade
Mid-20th Century Cast Iron Wall Lights with White Opaline Glass Shade

Mid-20th Century Cast Iron Wall Lights with White Opaline Glass Shade

$460 / item

Mid-20th Century Cast Iron Wall Lights with White Opaline Glass Shade

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Cast Iron wall light White opaline glass, brass top. Diameter cast iron wall piece: 10.5 cm / 4 inches 2 holes to secure Weight: 2.80 kg / 6.2 lb Priced per individual item. All ...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Vintage Italian Murano Wall Lights, 12 "Rondini" Glass
Pair of Vintage Italian Murano Wall Lights, 12 "Rondini" Glass

Pair of Vintage Italian Murano Wall Lights, 12 "Rondini" Glass

$630 / set

Pair of Vintage Italian Murano Wall Lights, 12 "Rondini" Glass

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Pair of Vintage Italian Murano appliques in the manner of Mazzega. Wall lights have 6 glass petals "rondini" (transparent and white “lattimo”) in a chrome frame. Period: late XX cen...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Art Glass

German Midcentury Set of Four Murano Ice-Glass Wall Sconces by Hillebrand, 1970s
German Midcentury Set of Four Murano Ice-Glass Wall Sconces by Hillebrand, 1970s

German Midcentury Set of Four Murano Ice-Glass Wall Sconces by Hillebrand, 1970s

$6,726 / set

German Midcentury Set of Four Murano Ice-Glass Wall Sconces by Hillebrand, 1970s

By Hillebrand, Egon Hillebrand

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Stunning and beauty Set of Four Murano Ice-glass Wall Sconces by Hillebrand Leuchten. These fixtures were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Germany. Model 8527-211. Each ...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Huge Italian vintage Murano glass chandelier - 85 glass BLUE petals drop
Huge Italian vintage Murano glass chandelier - 85 glass BLUE petals drop

Huge Italian vintage Murano glass chandelier - 85 glass BLUE petals drop

$4,900

Huge Italian vintage Murano glass chandelier - 85 glass BLUE petals drop

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Gorgeous Italian vintage chandelier made from 85 blue Murano drop glass. 7 levels. Nickel plated metal frame. Period: late 20th century Dimensions: 48.50 inches (125 cm) height w...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Art Glass

Three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - 48 PINK GLASSES - Mid-century modern
Three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - 48 PINK GLASSES - Mid-century modern

Three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - 48 PINK GLASSES - Mid-century modern

$2,566

Three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - 48 PINK GLASSES - Mid-century modern

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 48 large pink glass tubes in a star shape. The glasses have a beautif...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

Aldo Tura Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, Brown Goatskin & Brass
Aldo Tura Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, Brown Goatskin & Brass

Aldo Tura Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, Brown Goatskin & Brass

$2,000

Aldo Tura Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, Brown Goatskin & Brass

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Conceived as an oversized pipe, this exceptional table lamp is a playful and highly sculptural example of Aldo Tura’s distinctive mid-century design language. Produced in Milan circa...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Goatskin

French Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Light Attributed to Maison Lunel, 1940s
French Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Light Attributed to Maison Lunel, 1940s

French Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Light Attributed to Maison Lunel, 1940s

$1,446

French Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Light Attributed to Maison Lunel, 1940s

By Maison Lunel

Located in Bochum, NRW

A Mid Century pendant lamp in a mixed textured surface. Mid‑Century Brass and Black Pendant Lamp, Rewired, Three‑Arm Design A refined Mid‑Century pendant lamp featuring a striking c...

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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pendant Lamp in Brass by Florian Schulz
Pendant Lamp in Brass by Florian Schulz

Pendant Lamp in Brass by Florian Schulz

$4,550

Pendant Lamp in Brass by Florian Schulz

By Florian Schulz

Located in KUTNO, PL

When we think of luxurious yet restrained design in the spirit of modernism, it is hard not to mention Florian Schulz. This German designer has created more than just lamps – he has ...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Huge Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier 52 PINK Glass Petals Drop
Huge Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier 52 PINK Glass Petals Drop

Huge Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier 52 PINK Glass Petals Drop

$2,917

Huge Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier 52 PINK Glass Petals Drop

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 52 glass petals (pink crystal, smooth outside, with crystal powder and then rough inside.) in a chrome frame. Period: late 20th centur...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass

Dutch White Reeded Opaline and Brass Pendant Lights
Dutch White Reeded Opaline and Brass Pendant Lights

Dutch White Reeded Opaline and Brass Pendant Lights

$425 / item

Dutch White Reeded Opaline and Brass Pendant Lights

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Dutch opaline glass pendant Brass top 2 meter black wire Weight : 1.85 kg / 4.1 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for inca...

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Murano Glass Chandelier Pendant in the style of Barovier & Toso, Italy
Murano Glass Chandelier Pendant in the style of Barovier & Toso, Italy

Murano Glass Chandelier Pendant in the style of Barovier & Toso, Italy

$13,500

Murano Glass Chandelier Pendant in the style of Barovier & Toso, Italy

Located in New York, NY

Murano glass chandelier pendant in the style of Barovier & Toso, handblown and handcrafted in Venice, Italy, featuring a domed, tiered lantern form composed of densely arranged, ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Chandelier Murano Glass “Scavo” 8-Tiered Feathered Chandelier, in stock
Chandelier Murano Glass “Scavo” 8-Tiered Feathered Chandelier, in stock

Chandelier Murano Glass “Scavo” 8-Tiered Feathered Chandelier, in stock

$12,800

Chandelier Murano Glass “Scavo” 8-Tiered Feathered Chandelier, in stock

Located in Miami, FL

Murano Glass “Scavo” 8-Tier Chandelier, Italy, in stock Elegant Murano glass chandelier composed of eight tiers of handblown “Scavo” parchment finish glass, arranged in an overlappi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass

ONOS 55 D Model Adjustable 'Double Pull' Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany
ONOS 55 D Model Adjustable 'Double Pull' Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany

ONOS 55 D Model Adjustable 'Double Pull' Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany

$7,000 / item

ONOS 55 D Model Adjustable 'Double Pull' Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany

By Florian Schulz

Located in Hagenbach, DE

ONOS 55 D Model Adjustable Side Pull Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany New and made the order. Designed and manufactured in Germany. Made of very quality solid Brass Materia...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Chandelier/Sconces Replacement Ice Glass Lamp Shades
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Chandelier/Sconces Replacement Ice Glass Lamp Shades

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Chandelier/Sconces Replacement Ice Glass Lamp Shades

$116 / item

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Chandelier/Sconces Replacement Ice Glass Lamp Shades

By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund

Located in Andernach, DE

Individual Murano glass lamp shades (colourless) of a Carl Fagerlund chandelier. Bubbly frosted Acanthus leaves. They are part of an originally 10 armed Orrefors Chandelier and this ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Brass 3-Head Single Wall Lamp, 1950s, Germany
Mid-Century Brass 3-Head Single Wall Lamp, 1950s, Germany

Mid-Century Brass 3-Head Single Wall Lamp, 1950s, Germany

$1,400

Mid-Century Brass 3-Head Single Wall Lamp, 1950s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-Century Brass 3-Head Single Wall Lamp, 1950s, Germany Elegant rare high quality wall lamp. Lamp is in very good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use These lamp...

Category

1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass, Black Steel and Opaline Glass
Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass, Black Steel and Opaline Glass

Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass, Black Steel and Opaline Glass

$2,700 / set

Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass, Black Steel and Opaline Glass

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces made in the 1950s, featuring a combination of brass, black-painted steel and opaline glass. Each lamp consists of a circular brass wall plate connected t...

Category

1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Exquisite & Rare Mid-Century Classical Hand-Blown Murano Twelve Arm Chandelier
Exquisite & Rare Mid-Century Classical Hand-Blown Murano Twelve Arm Chandelier

Exquisite & Rare Mid-Century Classical Hand-Blown Murano Twelve Arm Chandelier

$24,975

Exquisite & Rare Mid-Century Classical Hand-Blown Murano Twelve Arm Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional and rare Mid-Century classical Murano twelve-arm chandelier, masterfully hand-blown in transparent, aquamarine, and berry-colored glass hues originates from Italy, cir...

Category

1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Murano Glass

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Sculpted Table Lamp by Roller Lamp Co.
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Sculpted Table Lamp by Roller Lamp Co.

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Sculpted Table Lamp by Roller Lamp Co.

$1,295

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Sculpted Table Lamp by Roller Lamp Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer Roller Lamp Co Manufacturer Roller Lamp Co Dimensions: 34.50in H x 7in W x 7in D Lamp Shade: 10in H x 17in W ________________________________________ Transforming a piece...

Category

1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Swedish Two-Arm Brass Pendant, 1940s
Swedish Two-Arm Brass Pendant, 1940s

Swedish Two-Arm Brass Pendant, 1940s

$2,217

Swedish Two-Arm Brass Pendant, 1940s

Located in Vienna, AT

Swedish two-arm brass pendant from the 1940s. Lyrical brass structure with undulating details and original off-white lacquered brass socket covers. Nice original condition with a dar...

Category

1940s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Murano Chandelier by Mazzega - 41 clear and amber glasses
Murano Chandelier by Mazzega - 41 clear and amber glasses

Murano Chandelier by Mazzega - 41 clear and amber glasses

$1,983

Murano Chandelier by Mazzega - 41 clear and amber glasses

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 41 glass leaves in a gold painted metal frame. The originality of this chandelier is given by the glass, wonderful works of art trasparent a...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Art Glass

Fine Venetian Murano Pendant Light Mouth Blown Blue Color Smoked Glass in Frame
Fine Venetian Murano Pendant Light Mouth Blown Blue Color Smoked Glass in Frame

Fine Venetian Murano Pendant Light Mouth Blown Blue Color Smoked Glass in Frame

$1,983

Fine Venetian Murano Pendant Light Mouth Blown Blue Color Smoked Glass in Frame

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful Sapphire color and practical size Italian fixture with mouth blown glass in a metal frame. If you are looking for a rare and stylish Murano light fixture to grace your ho...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Iron

1 of the 2 Large Soholm Lamp with New Blue Silk Custom Made Lampshade Houben, 19
1 of the 2 Large Soholm Lamp with New Blue Silk Custom Made Lampshade Houben, 19

1 of the 2 Large Soholm Lamp with New Blue Silk Custom Made Lampshade Houben, 19

$2,332

1 of the 2 Large Soholm Lamp with New Blue Silk Custom Made Lampshade Houben, 19

By Soholm Pottery

Located in Rijssen, NL

1 of the 2 Ceramic large table lamps by Soholm, Denmark, 1960s. This high-end sculptural piece is handmade ceramic in blue or grey tones, with a combination of dry and glazed finishe...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass Shade
Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass Shade

Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass Shade

$2,300 / set

Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass Shade

Located in Rome, IT

Elegant pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, defined by a refined and modern design that combines clean geometry with subtle decorative details. Each sconce is composed of a ...

Category

1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

FORNASETTI Vintage Table Lamp
FORNASETTI Vintage Table Lamp

FORNASETTI Vintage Table Lamp

$2,750

FORNASETTI Vintage Table Lamp

By Piero Fornasetti, Fornasetti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Italian table lamp with painted metal decorated with cameos on red background (lithographical and transfer-printed) and brass / made in Milan Italy in the 1980s Original labe...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

1 of 2 Ceramic Table Lamps for Backhausen With New Embroidery Lampshade, Denmark
1 of 2 Ceramic Table Lamps for Backhausen With New Embroidery Lampshade, Denmark

1 of 2 Ceramic Table Lamps for Backhausen With New Embroidery Lampshade, Denmark

$1,283

1 of 2 Ceramic Table Lamps for Backhausen With New Embroidery Lampshade, Denmark

By Soholm Pottery

Located in Rijssen, NL

1 of the 2 beautiful ceramic table lamps by Noomi Backhausen for Soholm, Denmark 1960s. Combined with a beautiful custom embroidery  lampshade. The green and brown ceramics with the...

Category

1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

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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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