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1940s Hobnail Milk Glass Lamps, a Pair
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Vintage pair of hobnail milk glass and brass lamps.
Hollywood regency.
1940s
Category
Vintage 1940s Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
English Milk Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940's English milk glass lantern with three interior candelabra lights.
Measurements
Category
Vintage 1940s English Lanterns
Materials
Milk Glass
Pair of Vintage Schoolhouse Milk Glass and Brass Pendant Lights, 1940s
Located in New York, NY
wiring. Milk glass globe shades are circa 1940s.
Pair available here online. By request, pair can be
Category
20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish, Adjustable Desk Lights, Brass, Milk Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of small table lamps / desk lights. With their original milk glass lampshades. Designed and
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Milk Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and milk glass wall light designed and produced by an Italian Designer, Italy, 1940s
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Lyfa, Wall Light / Sconce, Brass, Milk Glass, Denmark, 1940s
By Lyfa
Located in High Point, NC
A wall sconce / wall light. Production attributed to Lyfa, Denmark, 1940s-1950s.
Other designers
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Danish Designer, Three Armed Wall Light, Brass, Milk Glass, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A three armed wall light. Designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1930s-1940s. Features brass and milk
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Italian Designer, Pair of Wall Lights, Milk Glass, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of milk glass and brass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, 1940s. Lights feature
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Yasha Heifetz Cerused Ash Table Lamp with Milk Glass Shade, 1940s
By Lighthouse Light and Shade Co., Yasha Heifetz
Located in Bainbridge, NY
carved ash form with wide cylindrical brass neck and white milk glass liner shade. Lightly restored
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Large Floral Foliage Wall Light in Iron with 3 Milk Glass Globes, Spain, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Midcentury Foliage Floral Three-Light Wall Sconce in Wrought Iron with Milk Glass Globes
Large
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron, Iron
Italian Designer, Set of 3 Wall Lights, Milk Glass, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of 3 milk glass and brass wall lights designed and produced in Italy, 1940s. Lights feature
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
French 1940s Jean Royère Style Gilt Iron Milk Glass Sunburst Light Fixture
By Jean Royère
Located in Barcelona, ES
A Brutalist style hand-hammered iron and opaline glass sunburst flush mount manufactured at the Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Flush Mount
Materials
Gold Leaf, Iron
Fog
Mørup, 6-Armed Wall Light / Sconce, Brass, Milk Glass, Denmark, c. 1940s
By Fog
Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
, featuring its original milk glass diffusers.
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Two French 1940s Gilt Iron Milk Glass Sunburst Light Fixtures with Nails Details
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spectacular pair of hand-hammered iron and opaline glass sunburst flush mounts with nails
Category
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Flush Mount
Materials
Gold Leaf, Iron
Two Gilt Iron Milk Glass Sunburst Light Fixtures with Nail Details, France 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
A pair of hand-hammered iron and opaline glass sunburst flush mounts with nails decoration and gold
Category
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Flush Mount
Materials
Gold Leaf, Iron
Layered Milk Glass Art Deco Pendant Lamp by VERALUX, 1940s, Made in Germany
By Bauhaus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Layered milk glass Art Deco pendant lamp by VERALUX, 1940s, made in Germany
Extremely rare and
Category
Vintage 1940s German Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Harald Notini, Rare Table Lamp, Brass, Milk Glass, Elm, Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1940s
By Bohlmarks, Harald Notini
Located in High Point, NC
, 1940s. Brass and elm and milk glass. Documented and stamped with makers mark and model number to
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Sunburst Light Fixture with Nail Design, Gilt Iron and Milk Glass
Located in Barcelona, ES
Nail Design sunburst flush mount, gilt wrought iron, milk glass, France, 1940s-1950s.
Hand
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20th Century French Brutalist Flush Mount
Materials
Gold Leaf, Iron, Wrought Iron
Swedish, Two-Armed Wall Light, Brass, Milk Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wall light. Designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s-1950s. Features brass milk glass diffusers
Category
Vintage 1950s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Finnish Designer, Chandelier Light, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A chandelier light, designed and produced in Finland, 1940s. Features milk glass with organic
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1940s Schoolhouse Globe Pendant Light with Green Stripes and Brass Hardware
Located in New York, NY
1940s green striped white milk glass schoolhouse globe pendant light fitted with a newly wired
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1940s Pink Ceramic and Brass Baluster Form Table Lamps
Located in Chicago, IL
and acanthus leaf detailed fitments. Original brass cups and milk glass diffusers. Possibly
Category
Vintage 1940s American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Four Paavo Tynell Flush Mounts Model #2016, Taito Oy, 1940s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
, 1940s. Metal and milk glass. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear consistent with age and use
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Organic Chandelier Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A chandelier light designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Features ten organically shaped arms
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Black
Milk Chandelier by Voss, 1940s, Rare Intact 1940s Art Deco Chandelier
By Voss Belysning
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
addition to any home! The matte black, the warm brass and the milk glass just oozes 1940s Art Deco.
This
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
large pair of 1940
s classical style floor lamps/jardinieres
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A very chic pair of classical style tripod and urn form floor lamps/ jardinieres .One side is milk
Category
Vintage 1940s American Floor Lamps
Materials
Mahogany, Milk Glass
Mid-Century Deco Inspired Globe, circa 1935
Located in Prescott, AZ
Deco inspired 1930s-1940s milk glass shade with black stenciled design around the bottom of each
Category
Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
1940
s Art Deco Ceiling Pendant lamp
Located in Brno, CZ
An original 1940s opaque glass globe light. It can be either ceiling mounted or wall mounted.
The
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Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Art Deco Wall Sconces Pair by Zenith, Germany, 1930s-1940s
By Zenith
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of Art Deco wall sconces with milk glass panels on a metal base and with metal decor bands by
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
1940s Italian Design "Chinoiserie" Style Interior Lantern
By Pietro Chiesa, Fontana Arte
Located in Morbio Inferiore, CH
Beautiful "chinoiserie" style lamp made in Italy from the 1940s
Beautiful original brass details.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pair of Black Cerused Oak and Brass Table Lamps, 1940s
By Paul Frankl
Located in San Diego, CA
A pair of black cerused oak lamps from the 1940s. Brass hardware and milk glass inner shades. High
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
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1940s Milk Glass For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of 1940s milk glass available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and milk glass. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of 1940s milk glass — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of 1940s milk glass made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of 1940s milk glass over the years, but those crafted by American Cabinet Company, Far-Fetched, LLC. and Hans Bergström are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a 1940s Milk Glass?
The average selling price for a piece of 1940s milk glass at 1stDibs is $1,497, while they’re typically $145 on the low end and $22,000 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About 1940s Milk Glass
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024There is no single most sought-after milk glass. Collectors often seek pieces made by certain companies, such as Fenton, Imperial, Kemple, L. E. Smith, Anchor Hocking and Westmoreland. Hobnail milk glass tends to be a popular choice, and floral trade vases and covered dishes with animal-shaped lids are favorites among collectors as well. Shop a selection of milk glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell if milk glass is valuable, study its details closely. If you spot visible seams, called mold lines, it may indicate that your piece is older and potentially worth more than newer examples of milk glass. You can also look for labels and signatures and then use trusted online resources to determine who produced the milk glass based on these markings. From there, you can search for pieces similar to yours to get a rough idea of their value. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer inspect your glassware and give you an estimate. Find a variety of milk glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify Westmoreland milk glass, search your piece for a maker's mark. Pieces produced from the early 20th century through the 1940s will usually display a W inside a keystone. Those made between 1946 and 1981 typically feature an interlocked W and G, which stands for Westmoreland Glass. Newer items generally have the full Westmoreland name on them. Keep in mind that some early examples of Westmoreland milk glass may be unmarked. Usually, if you hold these pieces up to natural light, you will notice bright colors along the edge of the glass. They will also often produce a bell-like ringing sound when struck. If your piece has these characteristics, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can help confirm if it is a Westmoreland. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of milk glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell if milk glass is valuable, look at recent sales history on trusted online platforms to see what prices similar pieces have fetched. The maker, style, type, age and condition of an item will largely determine how much it is worth. Because there are so many examples of milk glass and many factors affect potential value, having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you with the valuation process can be helpful. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of milk glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify Indiana milk glass, familiarize yourself with the company's patterns. Two well-known examples are the Orange Blossom line of milk glass, which has an intricate raised floral motif, and the Princess range, which features alternating bands of crisscrossing and vertical lines. Most Indiana milk glass is unmarked, so you'll need to study the patterns on pieces to determine if the American manufacturer produced them. You can find images of Indiana milk glass on trusted online resources to compare to your piece. Because it can be difficult to make a positive identification without training and experience, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Indiana glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
- What is a 1940s style dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024To know if your milk glass is worth anything, you can take one of two approaches. One option is to conduct online research using trusted resources. Looking at historical prices for pieces similar to yours in terms of their age, maker, style, type and condition, you can often estimate how much your glassware is worth. For a more specific valuation, you can take the second approach and enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of milk glassware.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What the ’70s glasses were called depended on the shape of their frames. Sunglasses and eyeglasses that feature rounded frames with a double bridge are aviator glasses. The oversized women's sunglasses that feature curved, thick frames are butterfly sunglasses, while the angular looks worn by Elton John and other celebrities of the 1970s are square sunglasses. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage sunglasses.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cannot find an answer
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