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
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Verdigris Patinated Brass Wall Sconce in the Style of Jacques Biny
By Jacques Biny
Located in Glendale, CA
'ZuZu' Verdigris Patinated Brass Wall Sconce in the Style of Jacques Biny
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed wall sconce reminiscent of the iconic work of French lighting des...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
White Opaline Vintage Mid Century Cast Iron Brass Sconces Wall Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Opaline glass industrial wall light.
Brass top.
Diameter cast iron wall piece: 10.5 cm / 4”, 2 holes to secure
Weight: 2.80 kg / 6.2 lb
riced per individual item. All lamps have b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
Midcentury Table Lamp Wrought Iron and Hammered Glass by Longobard, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing big table lamp in golden wrought iron and multi-color ( red and orange) hammered glass produced by Longobard the concurrent of Poliarte at the 1960s / 1970s.
Made...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Italian Midcentury Designer Murano Glass Chandelier, 1970
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Midcentury Designer Murano Glass Chandelier, 1970
Gorgeous original chandelier, manufactured in Italy in the 1970s.
The silver c...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Atelier Oï Oïphorique P Pe Still Floor Lamp For Parachilna
By Atelier Oï 1
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Atelier Oï Oïphorique P Pe Still Floor Lamp For Parachilna
Floor lamp providing ambient light composed of a steel base finished in black chrome. the steel structure enclosing the L...
Category
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Textile
Pair of Mazzega-Style Aquamarine Murano Glass Sconces
By Mazzega
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of curved Murano glass wall lamps in aquamarine color in Mazzega style. The glass reproduces the bark of trees. The shape of this lamp makes it perfect for columns and corridors...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pink Grapes Ca
rezzonico Chandelier in Murano Glass Giovanni Dalla Fina, 1980s
Located in Villaverla, IT
This exquisite Murano glass chandelier, a true masterpiece by the renowned Italian artisan Giovanni Dalla Fina, dates back to 1980 and embodies the vibrant artistry of the era. This ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Douglas Mont
In The Air
6 Chandelier by DCW Editions Paris
By Douglas Mont
Located in Tilburg, NL
Douglas Mont 'In The Air' 6 Chandelier by DCW Editions Paris, France. New, current production.
A chandelier from space
With its UFO-like lights, the chandelier In the Air created b...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Beacon Small Table Lamp with Walnut Body and Cream Linen Shade by Studio Dunn
By Studio DUNN
Located in Rumford, RI
The Beacon 18" small table lamp features a handcrafted walnut body and cream linen shade. Its modern Silhouette is perfectly balanced with clean, proportional lines and curves that r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
The "Upper King" Reissued Anvia Counter Balance Lamp No. 1506 in Black
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"The fishing rod" lamp is one of the most iconic Dutch lights. It's designer, Jan Hoogervorst, was known for creating Annual Collections for legendary Dutch manufacturer ANVIA from t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Sistema Solare Chandelier Piattelli Design, Calacatta Gold Marble Brass 6 shades
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Our luxury chandelier showcases thin cut Calacatta gold marble - an elegant rare marble extracted from the Tuscan Alps. This prestigious Italian marble stands out among others with its veining, transitioning from a warm gray to a resplendent golden hue, from which it derives its name. This combination of colors gracefully balances the pure white background, ensuring a perfectly balanced light output.
After extensive research and development, we take pride in presenting this version of the Sistema Solare...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Breccia Marble, Brass
Original cascade Murano glass Crystal Prism Chandelier from Venini, Italy 1970s
By Venini
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Stunning cascade chandelier made of 107 Murano glass transparent crystals by Venini. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Venini & Co. played a leading role in the revival of Italy’s high-end...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of 2 White Murano glass leaves wall lamps, handmade artistic appliques
Located in Venezia, IT
Set of 2 White Murano glass leaves wall lamps in the style of Franco Luce for Seguso, handmade artistic appliques, Made in Italy lighting design...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Steel
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and off-white embroidery fabric table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 17"H x 20.5"W x 10.5"D
Bulb Specifications: E-26 (Standard...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Pair of Vintage Murano Wall Sconce, 32 Quadriedri Trasparent Prism
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 16 Murano trasparent crystal prism (quadriedri) for each applique in a chrome metal frame. The shape of this sconce is spiral.
Pe...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
Large Five - Tier Glass Tube Chandelier by Doria Leuchten, Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous glass tube multi tiered chandelier made by Doria Leuchten, Germany. It is in very good condition and requires a total of nine European E14 / 110 volt candelabra bulbs, each ...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in München, DE
Very good vintage condition with slight age-related wear.
Beautiful patina on the brass parts.
The lampshade has a dent with paint damage.
Slight scratches on the acrylic reflector.
...
Category
1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 13” H x 5.125” W x 8.85“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 8.75” H x 2.125“ W x ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Pine
Elegant Mid Century Brass Sconce with Candle Holder by Boréns Borås Sweden 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
Rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern brass sconce with candle holder. Designed & manufactured by Boréns Borås, Sweden, 1970s. Manufacturer label reverse.
Suitable ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Globe Ring Lamp for Modeline
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
US Version Florian Schulz Double Onos 55-Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
Located in Berlin, DE
Stunning Florian Schulz double Onos 55-pendant lamp with one E26 / Model A for each lamp 100 Watt bulbs.
This Lamp comes with a JBox size canopy and US wired. All electrical parts ar...
Category
2010s German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s.
Dimensions are variable, measured as shown.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.5"H x 7.5"W x 20.0"...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Isamu Noguchi 31N Paper Akari Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Pendant lamp model 31N designed by Isamu Noguchi.
Manufactured by Ozeki & Company Ltd. (Japan.)
Bamboo ribbing structure covered by washi paper manufactured according to the tradit...
Category
1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$5,399 Sale Price
30% Off
Onos 55
Brass Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, 1970s Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Designed by Florian Schulz and crafted in Germany in the 1970s, this pendant light captivates with its elegant and functional design. Its sleek, minimalist aesthetic reflects the era...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Striking Mid-Century Style Brass Chandelier with 6 Balanced Rotating Arms
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
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Carlo Nason Italian Mid-Century Murano Rainbow Glass Chandelier for Mazzega 70s
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Carlo Nason Italian Mid-Century Murano Rainbow Glass Chandelier for Mazzega, 70s
Magnificent, original true vintage chandelier (no reproduction or new production) designed from Carl...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Nickel
Classic Mid Century Pull Down Saucer Disk Chandelier Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century pull down, saucer, disk chandelier in anodized aluminum brass and glass. The disk form shade features its original glass ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid Century "120A" Washi Paper Akari Ceiling Lamp Pendant by Isamu Noguchi 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare and large round "120A" mid century paper ceiling lamp sculpture in washi paper and bamboo by Isamu Noguchi produced and branded with the iconic red "Sun on The Moon" logo...
Category
1960s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Floor Lamp by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, 1960s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Floor lamp designed by Pietro Chiesa in 1933 and reissued by Fontana Arte in the 1960s. With a brass structure and two linen panels, it emits a warm and balanced light. Its vertical,...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Blitz table lamp green Stilnovo Italian modern
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Steel table or desk lamp designed by Trabucco, Vecchi & Volpi for Stilnovo. It was designed in the 70s. Color is green, cable is black.
Sculptural form made by bending one steel pla...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Mid-century Modern Style Italian Murano Glass Margherita Ceiling Light
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Large ceiling light in translucent Murano Lattimo glass, produced in Murano by Murano masters. The ceiling light has been rewired with 10 sockets E27 for Europe or E26 for USA.
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass wall lighting by Vetri 40cm, Italy, late 1970s
By Vetri, Gino Vistosi
Located in La xara, VC
Murano Glass Ceiling or Flush Mount by VM-Vetri, Italy, Late 1970s
These are white heleptic Murano glass ceiling or wall lights with a white painted metal bracket, from the producti...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
$822 Sale Price
30% Off
Set of Three Clear Glass Hanging Lights, 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Timeless clear glass pendants by Peill & Putzler, Germany 1970, wave pattern on the underside of an 10.0" globe, chrome hardware, total drop of the pendants is customizable, wired fo...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
$3,400 / set
Maison Arlus - Mid-Century Modern Double Wall lights - 1950s France era Lunel
By Arlus
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Pair of Mid-Century French Wall Sconces by Maison Arlus, 1950s
A striking pair of mid-century wall sconces by the renowned French lighting manufacturer Maison Arlus, dating from the...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Stilnovo desk lamp
By Stilnovo
Located in Montréal, QC
Stilnovo desk lamp. Black pierced enameled aluminium shade, brass swivel, brass stem, brass pivot, enameled steel and brass foot. 60 watts E-26 medi...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
$675 / set
Pair of Large Bold Honey Colored Murano Chandelier with Tube Formed Prisms
Located in Bromma, SE
Set of 2 Colorful Honey - Yellow Murano Chandeliers. Tubular Tronchi Formed Glass Prisms in Traditional Italian Mid-Century Style.
The murano lamps are composed of 48 Glass Elements ...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Set of 4 Crystal and Brass Sconces Designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous set of 4 large 1960's Crystal sconces designed by carl Fagerlund for Orrefors.
The beautiful crystal bubble patterned glass is formed in a half circle which sits on a mi...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Spanish Sunburst fixture XL in copper finish Metal support, circa 1950s
Located in La xara, VC
Large Spanish sunburst light in gilt metal and frosted glass, Spain, 1950s. Midcentury antique gilt iron frame or pendant with laurel leaf motifs surrounding a central frosted glass ...
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
$913 Sale Price
30% Off
2 Table lamps by rupert nikoll vienna around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
2 Table lamps by rupert nikoll vienna around 1960s
Brass polished and stove enameled
Partly blackened
The shades are replaced ( new )
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, metal and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 11.375"H x 3.375"W x 5.5"D
Back Plate Dimensions ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Siderale 10 lights Brass and Lattimo glass Chandelier, Silvio Piattelli Design
By Arredoluce, Stilnovo
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
I designed a new version of the Siderale chandelier with two rows of 5 shades, to fulfill the need of an designed chandelier to go over a dining table or a rectangular island.
The squared section twin stem works perfectly with the design as well as the rectangular canopy. Drop can be customized (complimentary service) to a quasi flush mount, allowing this beautiful design to fit a low ceiling room.
The chandelier hosts ten E12/E14 bulbs, with a maximum wattage of 600 watts. The shades are made of thick brass and beautifully finished by hand to resemble the texture of drum cymbals...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$3,488 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Elegant Murano Poliedri Chandelier, Carlo Scarpa, 84 Glasses Trasparent and Sm
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Elegant Italian chandelier made from 84 beautiful Murano glasses "poliedri". Structure in gold and brass colored metal. The glasses are trasparent and smoked, which makes the chandel...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
Interlocking Murano Chandelier Flush Mount Glass
Brass Carlo Nason Kalmar 1960
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant cascading ceiling light with 48 clear, pink and blue interlocking Murano glasses suspended individually on a golden brass frame. Multicolored glasses can be arranged individu...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Pair of Chrome "Foglio" Sconces by T. Scapra for Flos Italy 1960s
By Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful pair of vintage / first production of chrome "Foglio" sconces in fabulous conditions. These iconic lamps were designed by Tobia Scarpa and produced by Flos in Italy during the 1960s.
The Foglio (meaning 'sheet' or 'leaf' in Italian) is composed by a thick curved sheet of chromed steel with a white enameled interior and two lamp holders. The effect when lit is incredibly stylish and clean. They come wired and tested, compatible with both US and EU/UK standards and use two E26/27 light bulbs.
The way these lamps spread the light is poetic and incredibly elegant. The perfect lamps to complete a midcentury modern living room.
Dimension (cm):
Width - 37
Height - 21
Depth - 11
Tobia Scarpa’s work (as well as that of his brother Carlo, an architect) reveals a precise desire to combine old and new, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern needs.
Scarpa graduated in architecture from the University of Venice in the 1950s, together with his wife and collaborator Afra.
His first assignment as a designer was for Venini, a renowned Murano glass company.
Starting in 1957, Tobia and his wife also began working together in the field of architecture, and devoted much of their work to the delicate restoration of historic buildings.
They are also known for their sober approach to design, aimed at the luxury market.
The Foglio lamp...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Elegant Italian chandelier by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte
Located in Milano, IT
Pietro Chiesa Chandelier for Fontana Arte, 1940s – Sculptural Mid-Century Elegance
An elegant and rare chandelier designed by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte in the 1940s, exemplifyi...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Luxury Large Capiz Shell Pendant Lamp, Beautiful Handmade Piece From The 1970s
Located in Hannover, DE
This intricately designed pendant lamp was lovingly handcrafted, making each piece truly unique. Each capiz shell was lovingly shaped by hand, and the lamp was then put together by hand using brass solder, reminiscent of Tiffany style. The light it gives off is truly one-of-a-kind, with a soft golden glow that makes any room feel warm and cozy. We've replaced the cable and lamp socket with new components, and we can also, upon request, artificially age these components to give them a lovely, light patina. I absolutely love this lamp! It's easily one of the most beautiful capiz shell pendant lamps...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Signed Camille Breesch 1970s Travertine and Brass Lamp
By Camille Breesch
Located in Buchanan, NY
Introducing a Belgian 1970s small rectangular lamp in travertine, expertly framed in brass and signed by the renowned Camille Breesch. This vintage piece, not UL wired but boasting o...
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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Travertine, Brass
1950s Barbini Murano Bullicante Glass Lamps, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Impressive, 1950s pair of Murano glass lamps featuring a wonderful gold flecking and encased bubble (bullicante) technique on a white background by Alfredo Barbini. These beautiful l...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
Paavo Tynell
1972
Bamboo Pendant Lamp for GUBI
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell '1972' Bamboo Pendant for GUBI.
Originally designed by Paavo Tynell, encompassing several variations of a classic 1950s Tynell design, this family of classic pendants e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,299 / item
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Reading Lamp Mod. "LP01," Italy 1970s
Located in Naples, IT
Armchair reading lamp Mod. Lp01 designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for the Italian firm Azucena in the 1970s.
The base of the lamp is brown stitched leather, the small swivel hemisph...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Murano lamps, butterflies
Located in Nice, FR
Pair of Murano lamps are elegant decorative pieces with a botanical and sophisticated style. It rests on a circular base in transparent glass, which gives it an effect of lightness a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
$4,153 / set
Castiglioni Large Chrome "Light Ball" Wall or Ceiling Lamp, Flos, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic Mid-Century "Light Ball' sconce or ceiling lamp in chrome designed by Achille Castiglioni for Flos in Italy during the 1960s.
This is the largest versions of the light ba...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1 of 2 Pairs Round Gold Glass Wall Lights/Flush mounts by Peill Putzler, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Four beautiful mid-20th century wall lights by Peill & Putzler. Made around 1970 in Germany, Europe. Featuring a large clear glass shade with gold around it. The light illuminates wo...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Gold, Brass
Midcentury Murano Glass and Brass Leaf Sconces by Barovier, Italy 1950s
By Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Magnificent mid-century leaf sconces in Murano hand-blown crystal glass and solid brass. These wonderful and rare lights were designed in Italy by Barovier in the 1950s.
Fully origi...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Murano Sputnik Green Glass and Brass Chandelier and Pendant, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic green light fixture, with a striking design thanks to the unique shape of these green glass spheres and the stunning brass rods. Extremely elegant, it will furnish and de...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Max Ingrand Fontana Arte Glass Flush Mounts (2 pieces), Italy 1955
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare pair of 36.6" semi glass flush-mounts with deep incisions, Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Milano circa 1955- we now have a pair available!
Early vintage original flush moun...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of cactus brass lamps, Italy 2000s
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of large cactus table lamps, Italy circa 2000s.
The Mid-Century Modern pair of lamps is made of hammered brass and a white glass globe, nesting the light.
The Italian lamps have...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$3,900 / set
French Mid-Century Modern Industrial Floor Lamp, France, circa 1950s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Mid-Century Modern floor lamp in bent metal, France, circa 1950s. Minimal industrial construction with arched base and exposed bulb. Original black lacquer with visible wear and pati...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Industrial Lamp GEI, circa 1970
By GEI
Located in Barcelona, ES
Industrial lamp designed and manufactured by Gei in Spain, circa 1970. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Category
1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Early Akari BB3 Bamboo
Iron Floor Lamp
Located in Sharon, CT
Early BB3 floor lamp. Cast iron base marked with white paint by hand: Made in Japan.
Category
1950s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Iron
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