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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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
Place of Origin: Italian
Barovier Pair of Leaf Sconces in Murano Glass and Brass, Italy 1950s
By Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular pair of mid-century leaf sconces in Murano mouth-blown crystal glass and solid brass. These incredibly rare and elegant lights were designed by Ercole Barovier and produc...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Round Glass and Antique Brass Frame Flush Mount Light by Lumi, 1960s, Italy
By Lumi
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Round Glass and Antique Brass Frame Flush Mount Light by Lumi, 1960s, Italy
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
Quantity : 2
This lamp works with 3x E14 light bulbs.
Wir...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Palmette Ceiling Light - Four Levels, 163 Smoked Glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Palmette ceiling light made by 163 Murano smoked glasses in a gold metal frame. Murano blown glass in a traditional way. Structure in gold colored metal.
Period: 1980's
Dimensions: 5...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
Turquoise Blue Sunburst Light Fixture with Patterned Milk Glass Lampshade, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Blue Sunburst Ceiling Flush Mount Light Fixture, Milk Glass, Lacquered Wood, Italy, 1950s
Eye-catching sunburst ceiling light manufacted at the Mid-20th century Modern period with Sp...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Milk Glass, Wood, Opaline Glass
Italian Vintage Murano Glass Ceiling Light Flush Mount Chandelier, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful Murano glass flower flush mount chandelier.
Italy, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: 6
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sistema Solare Wall Sconce. Calacatta oro Marble. Silvio Piattelli design
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This beautiful sconce adds to the Sistema collection the wall fixture.
I made several times this for specific customer requests and realised it needed to become part of the collectio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Marble, Brass
1965 Sciolari Inox Chandelier with Lucite Cubes and Brass Rods, Italy
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
A bold , modern Gaetano Sciolari Chandelier made of thick polished stainless steel sheet with acrilyc cubes and brass rod .
Well made with prime quality material.
Solid, sturdy...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Stainless Steel, Brass
Large Stilnovo Style Italian Chandelier 12 Lights, Made of Brass and Glass
Located in Bochum, NRW
Mid-Century Modern style Italian chandelier, 12 white glass globes disposed on a brass circle, hanged to the canopy by its own electrical cable, adjustable height, Stilnovo style. E1...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Original murano glass ceiling lamp, Italy 1990s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Original Murano glass ceiling lamp made in Italy in the 1990s.
The lamp is in good vintage condition. Pink decorative flower on top of the lamp has a small chip on one of the peta...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Pair of ‘Micro’ Sconces, Model 2240, 1950s, Signed
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...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Stilnovo Italian Sconces in Brass and Black Enameled Metal, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning pair of sconces in brass and black enameled metal. These incredibly elegant and unique wall lamps were designed by Stilnovo and produced in Italy during the 1950s.
Fully o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Table Lamp "Bacco 1-2-3" in Murano Glass by Guido Rosati for ITRE, Italy 1980s
By ITRE
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful table lamp in murano glass and metal by Guido Rosati for ITRE.
Made in Italy in the 1980s.
The Bacco lamp is a refined expression of Italian design, composed of three bot...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Aldo Londi / Bitossi Table Lamps for Raymor
By Aldo Londi
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of taller handcrafted Aldo Bitossi pottery table lamps with dark walnut bases and stem base with dark, medium , lighter greens, tans and yellow tones with impressed designs to...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Pottery
$1,600 / set
Murano Chandelier / ceiling light Original Palmette, blue and turquoise
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Luxury and GENUINE Murano Glass chandelier. HAND MADE IN MURANO. It made by 36 Muranoblue and turquoise glasses in a gold painted metal frame. The chandelier also has a Murano trans...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
Fontana Arte Chandelier in Turquoise Glass, Brass and Murano Glass, Italy, 1950s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular Italian Mid-Century chandelier in a stunning combination of turquoise glass, brass, and Murano glass. This elegant and unique piece was produced in Italy during the 1950s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Italian Murano Glass Pendants in Pearl Optic Brass Mounted, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
An elegant pair of Murano glass globe pendants in pearl optic, brass mounts, chain and canopy, Italy, 1960s. These beautiful and rare pendants look really like a big pearl hanging fr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Contemporary Italian Chandelier Brass and Glass, 12 Arms
By Stilnovo, Angelo Lelii
Located in Bochum, NRW
Trendy Mid Century Italian Style, this beautiful ceiling fixture impresses by its lines simplicity and clean design.
170x170x35 cm (WxDxH)
Made of brass and with mate glass globe sh...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mazzega Flush Mount gold Glass Murano chrome 52 cm, Italy, 1980
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional Mazzega lighting oversized gold glass Murano with metal structure. The Design and the quality of the gold glass make this piece the best of the italian Design.
This uniq...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Gold Plate
Elegant Murano Poliedri Chandelier - Carlo Scarpa - smoked glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Elegant Italian chandelier made from 56 beautiful Murano smoked glasses "poliedri." Structure in gold and brass colored metal.
Period: late 20th century
Dimensions: 37.80 inches (96 ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Spider Wall Light, 3 Arms, Brass and Lacquer, Stilnovo Style, Customizable
Located in Bochum, NRW
Inspired by the Italian mid-century designs, this wall light will make the focus center of your interior. Three arms pierce the center, each ending with a lacquered metal/brass shade...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Orbital Six Arms Balanced Italian Brass Customizable Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Bochum, NRW
Add a sculptural statement to your space with this exceptional mid-century modern style chandelier, designed to infuse sophistication and bold geometry into any interior. Featuring a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Accademia Tavolo Picoli by Cini Boeri for Artemide 1978
By Cini Boeri, Artemide
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Accademia lamp, designed by Cini Boeri in 1978, is a small-scale version of the popular table lamp created for Artemide. This lamp is an impressive example of Boeri's minimalist ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Iron
Pair of Modern Italian Murano Glass and Brass Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful lamps in Murano glass and brass, structured glass, made even more beautiful by the polished brass base. The wall lamps are composed of a brass structure fixed to the wall w...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Achille Castiglioni cocoon suspension light for Flos, attributed Italy 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Achille Castiglioni cocoon suspension light by Flos, attributed
Designed and manufactured in Italy in 1960s.
Resin and enameled steel frame....
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Italian Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass and Murano-glass table lamps designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s.
The brass base and necks present with light oxidation.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches)...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Mouille Style Brass and Lacquer Italian Chandelier 12 Lights
Located in Bochum, NRW
Serge Mouille style: a sculptural chandelier in matte black and brass. Customizable in Classic RAL colors, dimensions, and shade count - made to order for visionary interiors.
A scul...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Italian Midcentury XL Murano Glass Flush Mount Light Barovier Style, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Midcentury XL Murano Glass Flush Mount Light Barovier Style, 1970s
Beautiful XL Murano glass ceiling flush mount light made of transparent, thick speckled glass made in "rug...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mariyo Yagi "Garbo R" chandeliers for Sirrah, Italy, 1970s
By Mariyo Yagi, Sirrah
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
These three ceiling lamps form a captivating presence in space, balancing precision and softness with poetic restraint. Each piece descends from a slim rectangular ceiling plate in a...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Stunning Set of Three Murano Glass Leaf Sconces by Barovier and Toso, Italy
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Incredible mid century Murano glass leaf wall sconces with metal fixture. This wonderful pieces were designed in Italy by Barovier & Toso during the 1960s.
Each sconce is outstanding...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Sconces by Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Sconces by Stilnovo (Italy, 1960s)
Delicate brass curved branch hoisting an opal glass egg shaped diffuser. The diffuser offers an upper hole for light to project upwards. E...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Opal, Brass
$6,300 / set
Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier, 57 Glass Rondini
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 57 glass petals "rondini" crystal glass in a chrome frame.
Period: late XX century
Dimensions: 52,70 inches (136 cm) height with chain; 29,4...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
Two 1980s Mid-Century Modern Barovier Style Rostrato Murano Glass Wall Sconces
By Barovier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A pair of Mid-Century Modern rostrato transparent murano glass wall sconces hand-crafted in Italy in the style of famous manufacturer Barovier that invented this particular glass pro...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Murano flush mount ceiling light, Italy circa 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Murano glass flush mount ceiling light.
Designed and made in Italy in 1960s.
Graniglia glass, brass.
Takes four candelabra bulbs.
Complimentary US rewiring upon request.
FREE US rew...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Wall Sconces, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
This pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s embodies classic mid-century design with refined, minimalist lines. Constructed entirely from brass, each sconce combines black-lacqu...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
$3,250 / set
Vico Magistretti, “L’Impiccato” ceiling lamp for Artemide, Italy, 1972
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
The L’Impiccato ceiling lamp, designed by Vico Magistretti in 1972 for Artemide, is a masterful synthesis of geometry, balance, and function — an example of how Magistretti transform...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Italian Wall Sconces
By Stilnovo
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Classic pair of ivory white and gold 1950's wall lights in the manner of Stilnovo Italy. The light cones are adjustable in all angles. The coating is new and in good condition and th...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
$1,421 / set
Pair of Big Modern Italian Murano Glass and Brass Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful lamps in Murano glass and brass, structured glass, made even more beautiful by the polished brass base. The wall lamps are composed of a brass structure fixed to the wall w...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Kitchen Ceiling Lamps Spotlights - White Shades
Brass fittings
Located in Bromma, SE
Pair of Matte White Spotlights 'DOT' for wall as well as ceiling. Hand-crafted and assembled from solid brass and steel components. Lamp shade in white lacquered metal.
Measure
Hei...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Cut Steel
3-armed Ball Glass Orbit Design Ceiling Lamp, Attr. to Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
3-armed Ball Glass Orbit Design Ceiling Lamp, Attributed to Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy
Brass detailing and hardware.
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
This lamp works with 3...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo chandelier, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo chandelier.
Designed and made in Italy, 1960s
Opaline glass, brass, enameled metal.
Six glass bells. Body 16.5 inches in height.
Takes 6 candelabra bulbs.
Height ( overall d...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
$6,800 / item
Pair of Modern Italian Murano Glass Textured Wall Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of textured Murano glass sconces. Fluted and curved glass creates a dramatic decorative impact, completely enclosed by a glass plate and a glass ball knob, in an Art Deco style....
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pendant Lamp, Italy, 1950s
Located in Greding, DE
Pendant lamp with circular glass shade and brass fittings. The glass is decorated with delicate engraved star motifs. The center is marked by a rosette, from which a conical pendant ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair Of Murano Glass And Brass Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Murano Glass And Brass Sconces.
Offered is a lovely pair of vintage chiseled Murano glass and brass sconces, possibly the work of Longobard.
Ea...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$3,450 / set
Veneziana 6 tiers chandelier. 65 Opaline glass elements. Silvio Piattelli design
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Drawing on decades of experience in lighting, my aim was to fashion a chandelier that seamlessly marries timeless elegance with practicality.
I added glass elements with a more comp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
1970s Gorgeous Unique Piero Fornasetti Table Lamp. Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Gorgeous unique Piero Fornasetti Table Lamp. Made in Italy. This lamp is unique and is in excellent condition, signed at the bottom and it works perfectly. The black silk lamp ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of 20th Century Modern Sconces in Frosted Murano glass and Gold Leaf
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Mid-Century Modern style wall lights made in Italy from Murano glass, mouth blown and satin finished on the inside, while the outside is polished. The glass is embellished with numer...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Petite Murano Opaline Glass
Brown Stripe Flush Mount Made by Itre Italy 1980s
By ITRE
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Experience the elegance of Italian design with this stunning flush mount ceiling light by ITRE, crafted in Italy during the 1980s. The piece features a sturdy metal base plate paired...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details,
rigadin technique
Brass plated structure with 24 expose...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and Murano glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.0"H x 12.5"W x 7.5"D
Stem Length (inches): 17.0"
Dimensions of Can...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Italian Brass Cage Chandelier with Bohemian Crystals
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A refined Italian brass cage chandelier from the 1950s, adorned with finely cut Bohemian crystal drops. This elegant one-light fixture features a sculptural brass frame with scrollin...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Vetri for Vistosi Cascade pendant opaline Murano glass , Italy 1960s
Located in La xara, VC
Buying Vistosi chandelier is a great choice because:
• They feature exquisite Murano glass craftsmanship, often hand-blown, which adds unique artistry and elegance to any space 1
2 ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
$1,480 Sale Price
50% Off
Very Elegant Eight-Light Italian Chandelier in the Style of Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Bochum, NRW
A Mid-Century design chandelier featuring a brass sphere with eight blackened arms, all of which diagonally penetrating out the middle sphere. Each arm terminates in a brass cup hold...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Area 50 Flush Mount by Mario Bellini for Artemide, Italy, 1974
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This iconic Area 50 flush mount, designed by renowned Italian designer Mario Bellini for Artemide in 1974, is a true masterpiece of modernist lighting design. Featuring a sleek and m...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Castiglioni Large Viscontea Style Cocoon Italian Pendant Light
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous large "Viscontea" style cocoon pendant in fabulous conditions. This charming chandelier was designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni and produced Italy.
In pristin...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Steel
Mid-Century Seguso Murano Blue Aqua Blown Bubble Lantern Chandelier Rare
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing one-light. Will be newly rewired with a certified UL US socket for the United States or appropriate socket for other countries and ready to hang. Rare size and color of aqua ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Large chandelier with smoked Murano glass pendants inspired mid-century design
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Large chandelier with smoked Murano glass pendants, inspired by mid-century Italian design
Direct from the source:
We are not just retailers, but direct manufacturers! Located near ...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
1940s vintage chandelier in ornate crystal and brass Italian design
Located in None, IT
Chandelier with gilt brass frame and crystals with floral decorations, Italian design, 1940s.
CONDITION:
In good, working condition, may show signs of wear given by time.
SIZING:
H...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,037 Sale Price
40% Off
Mid-Century Modern 5-armed brass and glass Sputnik lamp, 1950
By Arteluce
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern 5-armed brass and glass Sputnik lamp, 1950
The usual slight signs of wear and a beautiful patina.
The lamp is executed with 5x E14 Edison screw fit bulbs.
It i...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Vintage Italian Murano wall lights in the manner of Mazzega - red glass
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Pair of Vintage Italian Murano appliques. Wall lights have 6 red and lattimo glass petals (for each applique) in a chrome frame.
Period: late 20th century
Dimensions: 18.60 inches (...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
Italian Modern Brumbury Table Lamp by Luigi Massoni for Guzzini, Italy 70s
By Guzzini, Luigi Massoni
Located in Lucija, SI
Rare table lamp model Brumbury was designed by Luigi Massoni in the late 60s for Guzzini.
It was produced by Meblo, Yugoslavia, as part of a Guzzini collection, an Italian lighting m...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid-century Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Fabio Ltd, J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, and Glashütte Limburg. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $60 and tops out at $649,671 while the average work can sell for $2,162.
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Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
See How New York City Designers Experiment on Their Own Homes
There are many lessons to be learned from the lofts, apartments and townhouses of architects and decorators in Manhattan and beyond.
Jeff Andrews Captures Old Hollywood Glamour in His Cinematic Spaces
Having created extravagant homes for reality TV’s biggest stars, the designer is stepping into the spotlight with his first book.
New Orleans’ Lee Ledbetter Makes Design Magic by Mixing Past and Present
The Louisiana-born and -bred architect talks to 1stdibs about the art of making timeless places that matter.
Desert Modern Designer Arthur Elrod Finally Gets His Day in the Sun
The Palm Springs interior decorator developed a mid-century style that defined the vacation homes of celebrities and other notables, including Bob Hope and Lucille Ball.
From the Hamptons to Palm Springs, FormArch’s Homes Embody Both Comfort and Cool
The houses from this New York studio cloak modernist tendencies within what are often more traditional trappings.
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