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Gold Table Lamps by Luci Italia, 1970
By Luci Italia
Located in Conversano, IT
: Lamps plated in 24K gold
Dimensions: 25x25xH46 cm (including lampshade)
Typical Use: Ambient lighting
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$475 / set
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Göteborg, SE
.
The lamp is perfect for creating ambient lighting, whether placed in a living room, bedroom, or office
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Houseof Charcoal Grey Metal Diffuser Floor Lamp
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
A houseof icon, this statement lamp has become a favourite, combining soft ambient lighting and pop
Category
2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Houseof Pink Diffuser Floor Lamp
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
A houseof icon, this statement lamp has become a favourite, combining soft ambient lighting and pop
Category
2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
$412 / item
1950s Mid Century Modern Ceiling / Wall Sconce in Linen, Made in Sweden
Located in Odense, DK
texture.
A refined yet expressive piece, this sconce offers both ambient lighting and visual interest
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Linen, Plastic
Terra Picture Light by Hatsu
Located in Geneve, CH
glow. Minimalist design perfect for ambient lighting in any space. Blends timeless craftsmanship with
Category
2010s Indian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$416 / item
Italian Double Light Table Lamp "Hortensia"
By Matlight Milano
Located in Milano, IT
beautiful and functional piece of art that offers both conventional and ambient lighting options. Its
Category
2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
$3,331 / item
Mid-Century Modern Chromed Floor Lamp with White Shade, Italy, 1970
Located in Madrid, ES
, elegant approach typical of Italian lighting design from the period. The lamp features a chromed metal
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Pair Brass and Glass Neoclassical Table Lamps
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
, dining rooms, or master bedrooms, where they serve equally as ambient lighting and as decorative focal
Category
1990s Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
$396 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of Two Double Wall Lamp in Nickel Finish
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
durability, while the handcrafted shades provide soft ambient lighting. Easy to install and perfectly
Category
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel
$2,617 / set
Travertine and Brass Table Lamp by Fratelli Mannelli
By Fratelli Mannelli
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
. Perfect for bedside tables, living rooms, or office desks, it offers soft, ambient lighting with a modern
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Glass Wall Light by Albano Poli for Poliarte Big Version
By Poliarte, Albano Poli
Located in Conversano, IT
-shaped glass pieces
Dimensions: 19x9xH40 cm
Typical Use: Ambient lighting
Versatility: Suitable for
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Art Deco Skyscraper Style Frosted Glass Slip Shade Crystalline Texture Sconces
Located in New York, NY
architecture of the era. Perfect for adding ambient lighting to any interior, they blend functionality with
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Pair of midcentury wall lights made of metal, brass and glass, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
refinement of their design.
Ideal for ambient lighting in a living area where the overall harmony of the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Outstanding Italian Alabaster Wall Sconce "Manta"
By Matlight Milano
Located in Milano, IT
capabilities. Its striking visual appeal, combined with its warm and inviting ambient lighting, make it a
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
$2,796 / item
Travertine and Brass Table Lamp by Fratelli Mannelli
By Fratelli Mannelli
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
. Perfect for bedside tables, living rooms, or office desks, it offers soft, ambient lighting with a modern
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Travertine and Brass Table Lamp by Fratelli Mannelli
By Fratelli Mannelli
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
. Perfect for bedside tables, living rooms, or office desks, it offers soft, ambient lighting with a modern
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Vintage Boho Barley Twist Floor Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
source of ambient lighting, this lamp is perfect for illuminating a reading corner, anchoring a sofa
Category
Late 20th Century American Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Metal Pendant with Opal Glass Top, 1970s
Located in Mortsel, BE
functional and ambient lighting. The fixture features a large (48 cm) spun metal shade finished in a warm
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$981 / item
Tom Dixon iconic stackable floor lamp-stool
Jack
1994 - DESIGN AWARD WINNER
By Tom Dixon
Located in The Hague, NL
– as ambient lighting, a side table, or even as a stackable design element in an interior.
The Jack
Category
1990s British Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Acrylic
Pair of amber crystalline-glazed table lamps
Located in London, by appointment only
.
Functional artistry – adapted as table lamps, merging sculptural presence with ambient lighting.
Unique
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Patinated Metal “Discobole of Myron” Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
.
Offering sophisticated ambient lighting, this piece is ideally suited for a library desk, office credenza
Category
Late 20th Century American American Classical Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Handmade Nenu Wall Lamp in Aegean Rose Marble
Polished Brass by Nolita Harbour
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
sculptural elegance and ambient lighting to refined interiors. Its organic Aegean Rose marble backplate, with
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Marble, Brass
Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan Floor lamp
Located in Forest, BE
as a reading lamp, it also serves as an excellent source of ambient lighting.
Born in Gothenburg in
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Luis Pérez de la Oliva Arc Table Lamp Grin Luz Chrome Marble Green Shade, 1960s
By Luis Pérez de la Oliva
Located in Lisboa, PT
atmospheric glow ideal for desks or ambient lighting.
This lamp is entirely original and remains in very good
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
Vintage Regency Hammered Brass Bag Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
warm, polished brass radiates a luxurious glow, making these lamps both a source of ambient lighting
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Hermès Bordeaux Leather Table Lamp Attributed to Dupre Lafon – French Art Deco
By Paul Dupré-Lafon, Hermès
Located in BARCELONA, ES
. Topped with a classic cream fabric shade, the piece provides soft, ambient lighting ideal for both
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Hand-Blown Aquamarine Murano Fluted Glass Table Lamps w/ 24 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
unforgettable combination of visual interest and ambient lighting. Styling beautifully in a wide array of spaces
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Gold
Italian Mid-Century Murano Leaf Chandelier in Handblown Venetian Glass and Brass
By Barovier
Located in Bochum, NRW
provides both sculptural beauty and ambient lighting. Whether placed in a grand entryway, stylish living
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Murano Palm Leaf Chandelier with 38 Handblown Venetian Glass and Brass
By Barovier
Located in Bochum, NRW
statement piece provides both sculptural beauty and ambient lighting. Whether placed in a grand entryway
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Murano Leaf Chandelier in Handblown Venetian Glass and Brass
By Barovier
Located in Bochum, NRW
provides both sculptural beauty and ambient lighting. Whether placed in a grand entryway, stylish living
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Murano Leaf Chandelier in Handblown Venetian Glass and Brass
By Barovier
Located in Bochum, NRW
provides both sculptural beauty and ambient lighting. Whether placed in a grand entryway, stylish living
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Murano Leaf Chandelier in Handblown Venetian Glass and Brass
By Barovier
Located in Bochum, NRW
provides both sculptural beauty and ambient lighting. Whether placed in a grand entryway, stylish living
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Wrought Iron French Wall Sconces - Electrified with Charming Patina
Located in Cincinnati, OH
, allowing for easy installation and immediate use, making them perfect for adding ambient lighting to your
Category
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
$800 Sale Price
27% Off
The
Baldr
Wall light
Located in Malton, GB
artwork or even to be used in pairs either side of a door way to add subtle ambient lighting. The other
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
$749 / item
The
Nanna
Wall Light
Located in Malton, GB
highlight artwork or even to be used in pairs either side of a door way to add subtle ambient lighting. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
$749 / item
FLOS Captain Flint Floor Lamp in Black by Michael Anastassiades
By Michael Anastassiades, Flos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
with ambient lighting, and its rotation also offers a dim companion for reading. There’s a notion of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Steel
FLOS Captain Flint Floor Lamp in Brass Finish by Michael Anastassiades
By Michael Anastassiades, Flos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
with ambient lighting, and its rotation also offers a dim companion for reading. There’s a notion of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Steel
Table Lamp by Dahl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
intensities—medium brightness for ambient lighting and off for a completely darker setting.
In terms of
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$1,850
Chromed Metal and Opaline Wall Light by Andre Ricard for Metalarte, Spain, 1970s
By Metalarte, André Ricard
Located in BARCELONA, ES
provide soft, ambient lighting ideal for enhancing any room's atmosphere.
Beyond their aesthetic appeal
Category
Vintage 1970s Spanish Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Wall Light by Albano Poli for Poliarte Chrome Version
By Albano Poli, Poliarte
Located in Conversano, IT
cm
Typical Use: Ambient lighting
Versatility: Suitable for various interior settings
Current
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
A mid-century ceramic glazed lamp by Jean Pierre Gasnier
Located in BARCELONA, ES
provides warm, ambient lighting that creates a cozy atmosphere in any room. Whether placed on a bedside
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Parchment Paper
Pair of White Porcelain Lidded Urns Table Lamps on Gilt Bases, US-Wired
Located in Atlanta, GA
room sofa or gracing a console table in an entryway, these lamps provide soft, ambient lighting while
Category
2010s Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1960s Teak
Glass Pendant Lampe, Scandinavian Design Light, Sweden
Located in Skien, NO
opaline glass, teak, and textile
- Soft, ambient lighting for a warm atmosphere
- Functionally tested
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Textile, Wood, Opaline Glass, Teak
$640 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Faux Bamboo Brass Stiffel Mid Century Modern Table Lamps
By Stiffel
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
excellent ambient lighting while serving as decorative focal points on a console, end table, or nightstand
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$1,356 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of White Porcelain Lidded Urns Made into US-Wired Table Lamps on Gilt Bases
Located in Atlanta, GA
room sofa or gracing a console table in an entryway, these lamps provide soft, ambient lighting while
Category
20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
Vistosi Saba Flush Mount/Wall Sconce in White Satin Glass And Glossy White Frame
By Vistosi
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
-finish blown glass makes it suitable for ambient lighting.
Specifications:
Material: Glass
Light source
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass
Vistosi Saba Flush Mount/Wall Sconce in White Satin Glass And Glossy White Frame
By Vistosi
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
-finish blown glass makes it suitable for ambient lighting.
Specifications:
Material: Glass
Light source
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass
Vistosi Saba Flush Mount/Wall Sconce in White Satin Glass And Glossy White Frame
By Vistosi
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
-finish blown glass makes it suitable for ambient lighting.
Specifications:
Material: Glass
Light source
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass
S01 Upright Electrolier Polished Unlacquered Brass, Goatskin Parchment Shades
By Adam Otlewski
Located in Ozone Park, NY
fabric cord. The opaque nature of leather creates an overall effect of directed ambient lighting well
Category
2010s American Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Two 1970s Brutalist Amber and Clear Stacked Glass Linea Wall Sconce by Poliarte
By Albano Poli, Poliarte
Located in Aci Castello, IT
, meticulously arranged to create a spectacular lighting effect. Poliarte, an Italian lighting company, is
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Stainless Steel
Murano Mushroom Lamp by Cenedese with Silver Leaf and Emerald Green Encasement
By Cenedese
Located in Villaverla, IT
ambient lighting. The lamp projects a soft, ambient glow, making it a perfect accent piece for a refined
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Silver
Model 60582 Brass and Opaline Glass Table Lamp by Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Idman Oy
Located in Karis, Nyland
shade offers a warm, diffused glow, ideal for reading or ambient lighting. The integrated switch on the
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Series01 Upright Electrolier, Smoke Patinated Brass, Mustard Leather Shades
By Adam Otlewski
Located in Ozone Park, NY
fabric cord. The opaque nature of leather creates an overall effect of directed ambient lighting well
Category
2010s American Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Series01 Downward Electrolier, Dark Patinated Brass, Sable Brown Leather Shades
By Adam Otlewski
Located in Ozone Park, NY
fabric cord. The opaque nature of leather creates an overall effect of directed ambient lighting well
Category
2010s American Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Series01 Upward Electrolier Polished Un-Lacquered Brass, Ash Gray Leather Shades
By Adam Otlewski
Located in Ozone Park, NY
fabric cord. The opaque nature of leather creates an overall effect of directed ambient lighting well
Category
2010s American Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Two 1970s Albano Poli Modernist Clear Stacked Glass Poliarte Linea Wall Sconces
By Poliarte, Albano Poli
Located in Aci Castello, IT
provide ambient lighting, casting a warm and inviting glow. The clear glass creates a beautiful interplay
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
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Ambient Lighting For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of ambient lighting available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, onyx and wood. There are 11 variations of the antique or vintage item from our selection of ambient lighting you’re looking for, while we also have 22 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of ambient lighting — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An object in our assortment of ambient lighting is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Folk Art styles are sought with frequency. A well-made option in this array of ambient lighting has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Sergio Mannino Studio and Vitrika are consistently popular.
How Much is a Ambient Lighting?
Prices for a piece of ambient lighting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $362 and can go as high as $8,990, while the average can fetch as much as $1,650.
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.
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