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Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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
Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass
Located in Rome, IT
A refined pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, characterized by a clean and timeless mid-century design. Each sconce features a gently curved brass arm extending from a circu...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass
Located in Rome, IT
A refined pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, defined by a balanced and understated design. Each sconce features a circular brass wall plate from which a slender, gently cur...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass
Located in Rome, IT
A clean and understated pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, defined by precise proportions and restrained materials. Each sconce features a circular brass wall plate with a ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A fabric wall light with floral embroidery designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.5"H x 8.5"W x 3.65"D Back P...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Fabric

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful flush mount ceiling light featuring a chrome base and a handcrafted shade with a decorative layer of art glass. The ceiling fixture features an opaline glass shade with ha...
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2010s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

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 ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Murano Green Leaf Glass Wall Lights, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano green leaf glass and brass wall lights, in stock 1 G9 LED bulb Wired to the American standard Similar pair available in gilded glass Available to view in situ in our M...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Austrian Mid-Century Pair of "Citrus" Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and stunning Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Franken KG. ...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

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 e...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Sconces with Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of mid-century wall lights, Italy, 1950s. Each sconce features a bent brass arm that projects from a round brass wall plate and ends with a spherical opaline glass globe. Brass ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass, Black and Red Lacquer with Opaline
Located in Rome, IT
A refined pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, distinguished by a confident yet well-balanced use of materials and color. Each sconce features a circular brass wall plate wit...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Orange Metal and Brass Pair of Sconces by Stilnovo, 1960, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Orange Metal and Brass Pair of Sconces by Stilnovo, 1960, Italy Elegant rare high quality wall lamps. Lamps are in very good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use The...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Metal

Plexiglass Brass Large Pair of Cinema Sconces, 1950s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Plexiglass & Brass Large Pair of Cinema Sconces, 1950s, Italy Very elegant and rare cinema or theater sconces. They are large wall lamps Manufactured in Italy Lamps are in perfect ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Glass, Plexiglass

Stunning Murano Glass Sconce Wall Light, Mid-Century Modern Italy Mazzega 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This large, mid-20th-century Murano glass wall light is an outstanding example of Italian craftsmanship. A beautifully textured glass panel is mounted on a solid iron frame. The scul...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Large Italian 1950s Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces, Pair
Located in Rome, IT
This pair of large Italian wall sconces from the 1950s combines a minimalist silhouette with refined materials. Each light features a gently curved brass arm that rises from a circul...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

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 Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Mid-Century Light Amber Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts
By WILA
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp. Metal base with light amber clear glass. 1960-1970 Weight: 3.00 kg / 6.6 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by inte...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Pair of Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, defined by clean lines and balanced proportions typical of the period’s modern design. Each fixture features a conical opaline gla...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Mid-century Green Metal and Brass Pair of Sconces, 1950s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century Green Metal and Brass Pair of Sconces, 1950s, Italy Minimal design Very high quality. Fully functional. Lamps are in very good vintage condition. Wear consistent with a...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

White Opaline Vintage Mid Century Cast Iron Brass Sconces Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Dutch opaline glass wall lamp Brass top, cast iron arm Diameter cast iron wall piece: 10.5 cm / 4”, 2 holes to secure Weight: 2.80 kg / 6.2 lb Priced per individual item. All lamp...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Iron

4 MID-CENTURY-MODERN Wall APPLIQUES by JACQUES BINY ed. LUMINALITE France 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
A set of 4 beautiful and highly decorative Mid-Century-Modern orientable wall sconces, in the style of an iconic model by Pierre Guariche, attributed to Jacques Biny, produced by Lum...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Large Pair of Sconces in Murano Ice-Glass by Kalmar Kaiser, Italy, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning pair of Mid-Century wall lights in Murano blown glass with a beautiful frosted effect. These stylish lights were designed by Kaiser Leuchten and produced in Murano during th...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

Pair of Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of wall sconces made in Italy during the 1950s. Each lamp features a curved brass arm supporting an oval opaline glass diffuser, held in place by small blackened metal pins. The...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

White Porcelain Opaline Glass Brass Wall Lamps Sconces
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Porcelain and brass wall lamp. White porcelain, brass and cast iron Opaline / Milk glass. 2 conductors, no ground. Diameter wall mount 10.5 cm / 4” for use inside only Measures: W...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Iron

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Parchment, Sweden, 1988
Located in High Point, NC
A beige parchment paper wall light with floral decor designed and produced in Sweden, dated 1988. Seemingly missing part of floral decor. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 11.2"H x 11.2...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Parchment Paper

Mania Model Single Sconce by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
'Mania' Model Single Sconce by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, 1960s, Italy Very nice high quality wall lamp. Lamp is in very good vintage condition. This lamp work with 2x E27 ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Albano Poli by Poliarte wall lighting XXL 4 glass murano , Italy 1970
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional Albano poli wall lighting bicolore glass Murano with structure . The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the italian Design . This unique Alb...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Stainless Steel

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...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Set of six Kazuhide Takahama Saori wall lights 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
This beautiful set of Saori wall lights was designed in the early 1970s by Kazuhide Takahama for Sirrah edition. It perfectly illustrates Japanese minimalism, balancing geometric pre...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Austrian Mid-Century "Citrus" Murano Glass Wall Sconce by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and pretty Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconce, model "Citrus" 4663/2. This Sconce was designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Franken KG. Excell...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

1990s Mid-Century Modern Barovier Style Murano Glass and Brass Wall Sconces
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Two brass and murano glass wall sconces designed and handcrafted in Italy in the Nineties in the manner of Barovier, fully restored electrical parts, they work both 110-240 volts and...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 smoked glass tube
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage pair of wall sconces in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 5 large smoked glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. P...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Blown Glass

Large Italian Brass Wall Sconce with Conical Opaline Glass Shades, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Produced in Italy during the 1950s, this large wall-mounted light centres on a circular brass backplate—10 cm (3.94 in) in diameter—from which a bent brass arm descends in a shallow ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Dutch White Opaline Glass Vintage Brass Cast Iron Sconces Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Cast Iron & Brass wall light White opaline glass globe Diameter cast iron wall piece: 10.5 cm / 4”, 2 holes to secure Weight: 2.20 kg / 4.9 lb Priced per individual item. All lamp...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Iron

Pair of Gamma Wall Lights by Sergio Mazza for Artemide, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This striking pair of Gamma wall lights was designed by Sergio Mazza for Artemide in the 1960s and showcases the refined modernism of mid-century Italian design. Each fixture feature...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of yellow green fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 5.0"H x 12.0"W x 5.0"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): Measurement...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Fabric

Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Paper, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of off-white embroidery fabric and parchment paper wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8.25...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Fabric, Paper

Rare Brass Version Model 2093 Wall Lights by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, 1960s
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A superb pair of original Model 2093 wall lights designed by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte in the 1960s — with two identical sets currently available. These are among the most iconic ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of Vintage Murano Amber Felci Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 6 Murano Amber Felci glasses for each applique in a chrome metal frame. Period: late xx century Dimensions: 18,50 inches height (...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Art Glass

Pair of Modern Italian Brass and Murano Glass Textured Light Pink Wall Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
These light pink glass wall lamps stand out for their refined simplicity and artisanal craftsmanship. The blown glass diffuser, featuring a delicately textured, bubble-like surface, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces with Painted Ceramic Shades, Amatanti
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian wall sconces made in the 1950s, combining brass and hand-decorated ceramic. Each lamp has a circular brass wall plate (Ø 10 cm / 3.9 in) and an adjustable brass arm s...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of blue and beige Murano glass sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of mid-century modern Murano glass wall sconces, Italy circa 1990s. Vistosi style, Murano. The pair of Italian sconces is made of petrol blue and beige glass and Murano glass el...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Two original enchanting Mid Century Modern cone brass wall lamps
Located in München, DE
Two beautiful original Mid Century Modern brass wall lamps. Typical design of the golden 1950s. The lamps are made entirely of brass. Very nice light through the brass back. No damag...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Carl Fagerlund Textured Glass Wall Sconce 1960s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Wall sconce designed by Carl Fagerlund featuring a thick textured clear glass shade with a distinct relief pattern. Curved form mounted with visible dark retaining knobs that secure ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Glass

Set of 2 Glass Wall Lamps by Glashütte Limburg
Located in München, DE
Beautiful glass wall lamps from Glashütte Limburg. The lamp creates a wonderful play of light in the room and enchants with its radiance. High-quality workmanship and a unique design...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Glass Wall Lamp by Glashütte Limburg
Located in München, DE
Beautiful glass wall lamp from Glashütte Limburg. The lamp creates a wonderful play of light in the room and enchants with its radiance. High-quality workmanship and a unique design....
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Austrian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Austria, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and beige fabric wall lights designed and produced in Austria, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 12.5"H x 4.625"W x 6.125"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 2.3...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready
Located in Oslo, NO
This 1950s flush-mount fixture is a beautiful and subtle example of Scandinavian design during the functionalist and mid-century movements, when clean aesthetics and everyday practic...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

Large Mid-Century Kalmar Sconce Wall Lamp Icicle Murano Ice Glass 1970s, Vienna
Located in Andernach, DE
Magnificent wall lamp by 'Kalmar Kolarz KG', Austrias (Vienna) famous early 20th century up to today manufacturer of high-end design lighting. Made from 3 hand made, chunky Murano G...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Small Mid-Century Kalmar Sconce Wall Lamp Icicle Murano Ice Glass 1970s, Vienna
Located in Andernach, DE
Magnificent wall lamp by 'Kalmar Kolarz KG', Austrias (Vienna) famous early 20th century up to today manufacturer of high-end design lighting. Made from 2 hand made, chunky Murano G...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

White Opaline Glass Vintage Brass Cast Iron Sconces Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Cast Iron & Brass wall light White opaline glass globe Diameter cast iron wall piece: 10.5 cm / 4”, 2 holes to secure Weight: 2.20 kg / 4.9 lb Priced per individual item. All lamp...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Iron

Austrian Midcentury Set of Three Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and stunning Austrian Set of Three "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Franken KG....
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Vintage Wall Lights in Two-Tone Enamel and Brass, Frosted Glass Globes
Located in Bochum, NRW
A study in contrast and quiet drama, this wall lights offer a sculptural presence that transcends mere illumination. Each fixture is composed of a frosted glass sphere - softly radia...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Burnished Steel Sconces with Opaline Glass Globe
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, each composed of a curved brass arm extending from a circular wall plate (12 cm diameter) to support a spherical opaline glass diffuser. ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Black Sconces with Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, each featuring a brass arm with angled geometry and a vertical finial, extending from a circular wall plate (12 cm diameter) to support a...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

1950s Italian Adjustable Wall Sconce in Enamelled Brass, Soft Mauve and Turquois
Located in Rome, IT
A single Italian wall sconce from the 1950s, defined by a balanced combination of form and color. The piece features a circular wall plate in enamelled brass finished in turquoise, m...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

1950s Pair of Italian Sconces in Brass with Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, featuring a sculptural brass structure with curved arms supporting spherical opaline glass diffusers. The brass shows attractive oxidatio...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian wall sconces produced in the 1950s, characterized by a minimalist linear design. Each lamp features a cylindrical opaline glass diffuser supported by a slender brass ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Pair of vintage Murano wall sconce – clear and amethyst triedri - Column model
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 7 Murano crystal prism (triedri) for each applique in a chrome metal frame. The shape of this sconce is column. The glasses are t...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Art Glass

Norwegian Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Norway, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Norway, c. 1950s. Stamped "O&R" Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8.0"H x 4.125"W x 7.75"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inche...
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1950s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Mid-century Modern wall lights and sconces for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern wall lights and sconces 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 wall lights and sconces created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, mirrors, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern wall lights and sconces 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 wall lights and sconces, popular names associated with this style include J.T. Kalmar, Glashütte Limburg, Kalmar Lighting, and Serge Mouille. 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 wall lights and sconces differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $65 and tops out at $119,007 while the average work can sell for $1,956.

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