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Minimalist Lighting

MINIMALIST STYLE

A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.

Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)

Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.

Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.

Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.

Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Minimalist
“Evadoras” Sculptural Chandelier/ Pendant in White Plaster – Customisable
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
The ‘Evadoras’ Chandelier by Benediko Design is a sculptural lighting piece that embodies organic minimalism. With its clean, architectural silhouette, it serves as both functional l...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

One of ... Beautiful German Organic Sculptural Brass Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Berlin, DE
One of ... beautiful organic solid brass frame and textil lampshade pendant light by miiss Studio, Germany
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21st Century and Contemporary German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

White + grey alabaster coupe w/ original alabaster canopy and decorative mounts
Located in New York City, NY
An elegant and authentic French Art Deco alabaster pendant chandelier, masterfully carved in a graceful bowl silhouette. The piece features some subtle veining in contrasting dove gr...
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Early 20th Century French Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Alabaster

Benedict Wrought Iron Chandelier by Miamar Home
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This six light chandelier has a minimalist and elegant design, crafted from wrought iron. It features six arms, extending symmetrically from a center hub, each ending in a drip wax c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Benedict Wrought Iron Chandelier by Miamar Home
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This two-tier, eight-arm iron chandelier features a graceful, sculptural design with subtly curved arms radiating from a central tapered hub. Each arm supports a white faux candle sl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

One of (2) Italian Vintage Square Blown Glass Wall Ceiling Light Flush Mount 60s
Located in Berlin, DE
One of 2 Beautiful sculptural flush mount with white and clear hand blown Murano glass. Italy, 1960s Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US E26).     
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Mid-20th Century Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Glass

Customizable White Plaster Veris Pendant 30", hung by hand-plastered rod
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
The ‘Veris’ pendant by Benediko Design is a sculptural lighting piece that embodies organic minimalism. With its clean, architectural silhouette and subtly textured surface, it serve...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

German Vintage Sculptural Ceiling or Wall Light Flush Mount Chandelier, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural brass chandelier. Germany, 1970s. Shipping without bulbs.
Category

Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Organic Modern Walnut 20" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
Add a touch of organic elegance to your home with this stunning mid-century modern walnut pendant light. Inspired by Danish modern design, its min...
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2010s American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Organic Modern Walnut 20" Chandelier Pendant
Organic Modern Walnut 20" Chandelier Pendant
$1,254 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Dòry Five Lights, Hand-Crafted Brass Chandelier with Murano Glass, Dimmable, LED
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
This Chandelier Reimagines Light as Sculpture, Blending the Purity of Minimalist Lines with the Warm Sensuality of Organic Modern Craftsmanship. It fits Seamlessly into a Mid-Century...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Tom Dixon Bell Portable LED Lamp in Fluoro
Located in Glendale, CA
Tom Dixon 'Bell' Portable LED Lamp in Fluoro Taking its name from a classic dome shape, the 'Bell' portable rechargeable table lamp is an exercise in reductionism. Designed in 2021,...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Plastic

Tom Dixon 
Bell
 Portable LED Lamp in Fluoro
Tom Dixon 
Bell
 Portable LED Lamp in Fluoro
$212 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Minimalist Plaster Pendant Veris 26" – Customizable Organic Modern by Benediko
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
The ‘Veris’ pendant by Benediko Design is a sculptural lighting piece that embodies organic minimalism. With its clean, architectural silhouette and subtly textured surface, it serve...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Mulholland Wrought Iron Chandelier by Miamar Home
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully hand-forged eight-arm chandelier featuring a dramatic twisted center column and elegantly scrolling arms. This sculptural piece strikes a perfect balance between classi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

German Minimalist Ball Glass Pendant Lamp from Glashütte Limburg, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist glass ball pendant lamp from the renowned manufacturer glashütte limburg. the diffuser ball is made of hand-blown opal glass with a satin finish. Glass is not completely r...
Category

20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Monumental Murano Glass Table Lamp by Adolf Loos for VeArt, 1970s
Located in Mortsel, BE
Large 50cm VeArt Blown Glass Sphere Lamp, Wire Cage, Space Age Italy Monumental table lamp, designed by Austrian architect Adolf Loos and manufactured by the Italian glassmaker VeAr...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Floor Lamp Daphine Terra Design Tommaso Cimini for Lumina, Italy 1980s
Located in Hannover, DE
This floor lamp by the renowned designer Tommaso Cimini is an early version of the minimalist floor lamp we all know and love. It was designed with the European market in mind and is...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Benedict Wrought Iron Chandelier by Miamar Home
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This six light chandelier has a minimalist and elegant design, crafted from wrought iron. It features six arms, extending symmetrically from a center hub, each ending in a drip wax c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Sciolari Minimal Sculptural Chandelier Brass and Glass Italian Design
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Sciolari minimal sculptural chandelier brass and glass. Nine lights, small attack E14.
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Modern Sconce /Duo Sconce / Daikon Studio / Modern Black Sconce / Brass Sconce
Located in Tuscon, AZ
Daikon Studio POST Duo Sconce The Duo Sconce celebrates the poetic dialogue between light and form to create a fixture that leans into the timeless a...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Sculptural Vintage Ceiling Wall Light Flush Mount, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Minimalist Sciolari style ceiling or wall flush mount, chandelier by Leola. Germany, 1960s. Polished brass version. Measure: height 13.8 in, width 13.8 in, depth 7 in. Oth...
Category

Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Modern Sconce / POST Full Sconce/ Daikon Studio / Modern Minimal Wall Light
Located in Tuscon, AZ
Daikon Studio POST Full Sconce The Post Full Sconce celebrates the poetic dialogue between light and form to create a fixture that leans into the timeless and iconic. Meticulously...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Shelley Oval Belgian Linen Brass Classic Modern Double Pendant by Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
Minimal, tailored, glamorous, understated useful, modern with a hint of retro 1940's mid-century chic, oval, tapered, linen and brass, Shelley pendant lamp featuring two internal lig...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Daikon Studio / Shoji Sconce / Minimal Modern Brass Black Wall Light
Located in Tuscon, AZ
Daikon Studio - Shoji I Sconce material options: stainless steel, brass finish options: onyx black wax, satin black, satin white, brushed brass, aged b...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Alessandro Mendini wall lights. Set of nine
Located in London, GB
Rare set of 9 'Cubosfera' wall lights by Alessandro Mendini for Fidenza Vetraria. Italy c1960
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

White Danish Minimalist Pipe Flush Mounts by Friis Moltke for Lampas, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A trio of white built-on ceiling or flush mounts in powder coated metal. This design inspired by Gino Sarfatti was created by the Danish architect duo Friis & Moltke in the 1970s. Th...
Category

1970s Danish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Crystal Tea Light Hurricane Lantern by Deborah Ehrlich
Located in Accord, NY
Deborah Ehrlich's crystal tea light hurricane lantern is made up of four nested pieces of handblown, hand-cut Swedish crystal. Used with a clear tea light candle, the flame moves ...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Crystal

"Mittis" Sculptural Floor Lamp in Bronze Plaster- Handcrafted, Minimalist
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
The Mittis Floor Lamp is evocative of the textured bronze pieces designed by the Giacometti brothers. Its simple minimalism is softened and transformed by the brushed texture of scul...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Christian Liaigre "Galerne" Table Lamp
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
A vintage “Galerie” accent lamp designed by Christian Liaigre. The lamp was produced in the late 1990s / early 2000s, the design is currently discontinued. The lamp base and stem a...
Category

Early 2000s French Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Pair of White Slated Alvar Aalto Style Flush Mounts Model AE74/45, Itsu 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of exceptionally refined modern ceiling lamps by the esteemed Finnish manufacturer, Itsu. Their design embraces elegant simplicity, featuring concentric metal circles that cas...
Category

1950s Finnish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Clamp Lamps Modern Bauhaus style in White ideal for Library or Bookcase
By SIS
Located in Dronten, NL
Minimalist design SIS clamp lamps to highlight your art or your book collection. Also suitable as a minimalist work lamp. Adjustable shade. Five lamps available, priced individually.
Category

1970s German Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Horizon Pendant by Wende Reid original minimal large handmade flush or suspended
Located in Chatswood, NSW
Horizon Pendant is a minimal, elegant, versatile, flush mount or suspended 3 light pendant. This subtle minimal statement light is designed and handcrafted one piece at a time in Aus...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century German Minimalist Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Simple mid century table lamp with height -adjustable umbrella. The drum -shaped umbrella is covered with a textile material. It can be moved up and down on the shaft of the foot. T...
Category

20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Louis Poulsen Toldbod - White Opaline Glass Danish Pendant Lamps
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of model 155 Toldbod pendant lamps developed by the design team at Louis Poulsen in 1982. This design is based upon the elliptical reflector of PH - Poul Henningsen. This type...
Category

1980s Danish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Steel

Floor organic modern ceramic Lamp, mid-century brutalist wabi sabi lighting
Located in Vilnius, LT
Product name: NAVAZI Category: Lighting, Decoration Type: Decoration, Floor lamp, Wall lamp, Pendant, Table lamp Material: Ceramic/glass base, frosted glass, textile cable Light sour...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

German Vintage Sculptural Ceiling or Wall Light Flush Mount Chandelier, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural brass chandelier. Germany, 1970s. Shipping without bulbs.
Category

Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Suprematic Pendant Lamp Three CS5 - Minimalist by NOOM in Brass Painted Steel
Located in Paris, FR
A bold composition of light, geometry, and emotion. Part of NOOM’s Suprematic lamp collection is more than lighting — it's a sculptural reflection of the early 20th-century Supremat...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass, Steel

White Danish Minimalist Wall Sconce by Peter Avondoglio for Fog Mørup, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This hybrid wall or small table lamp, model 'Contact', was designed by Peter Avondoglio and manufactured by Fog & Mørup in Denmark. The design won several international design awards...
Category

1970s Danish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Minimalist Model Eggo Floor Lamp by Monika Lipken for Elmar Flötotto
Located in Hamburg, DE
A design classic from Flötotto based on a design by Monika Lipken. Simple and timeless floor lamp. The lens-shaped light fixture is made entirely of translucent plastic (PE). The su...
Category

20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Plastic

1960 Italian Pair of 2 Black / 2 Forest Green White Tall Ceiling / Wall Lights
By LOM
Located in New York, NY
Price is for each pair - 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern solid plexiglass sconces / flush mount lights, two black and two forest moss green with Minimalist Design by the company LOM...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Pair of Minimalist Gunnel Nyman Ceiling Lamps in White Opaline Glass Idman 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant pair of ceiling lamps model 80115, designed by Gunnel Nyman and manufactured by Idman in Finland in the 1950s. This very minimal design fits easily into any interior. As w...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of Minimalist Gunnel Nyman Ceiling Lamps in White Opal Glass, Idman 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant pair of ceiling lamps model 80115, designed by Gunnel Nyman and manufactured by Idman in Finland in the 1950s. This very minimal design fits easily into any interior. As w...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Tulip 620 Large Organic Belgian Linen and Aged Brass Pendant by Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
Inspired by nature, this original sculptural, handmade Belgian or Italian linen and patinated brass pendant is a refined example of 21st century modern organic design. Tulip 620 pend...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass, Copper, Wire

Hecate – Leather Floor or Table Lamp by Studio Aristotelis Barakos X Aumorfia
Located in Athens, GR
A unique collaboration between Studio Aristotelis Barakos and Aumorfia, the Hecate lighting collection unveils a captivating blend of modern elegance and ancient mysticism. A tableto...
Category

2010s Greek Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Leather, Opaline Glass

Kazuhide Takahama Saori Q1 Wall / Ceiling Lamp for Sirrah (3 Available)
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare wall/ceiling lamp, Italy, 1973 Kazuhide Takahama was born in Japan in 1930 and after completing his studies in Architecture in Tokyo he started working in Kazuo Fuioka’s studio...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Lampadario a cascata Venini Triedri Italia 1970 Murano Art Glass
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Elegante
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Italy Ghidini 1961 Abstract Wall Light Sculpture by Campana Brothers Small Size
Located in Brescia, IT
This sculptural wall light in stainless steel was designed by Campana Brothers. The brass base and gilded mirrors create a kaleidoscope of golden tones and reflections. The piece can...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of Three Large Sculptural Mirror Glass Wall Flush Mounts Sconces, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of three decorative mirrored glass wall sconces in Art Deco style, France, 1960s-1970s.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Mirror

Floor Lamp Jonisk design Carl Öjerstam for IKEA
Located in KUTNO, PL
Jonisk is a floor lamp with a balanced, modern silhouette, designed by renowned Swedish designer Carl Öjerstam for IKEA. The lamp combines functionality with the aesthetics of cont...
Category

Early 2000s Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Fulmine Three Lights Floor to Ceiling Minimalist Sculptural Lamp Brushed Brass
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Somewhere between a Suspension Light and a Floor Lamp, Fulmine (thunderbolt) engages with gravity in an innovative and playful way. The Central Form, stretched from each end, seems t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Stuccoed plaster table lamp with straw shade
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
Stuccoed plaster lamp. The finish of the plasterwork is slightly textured (see detail pictures) With straw custom-made shade. France, modern production Model: "Apulia" Simple m...
Category

2010s French Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Plaster

Elegant Wall Light Featuring Long Gold-Plated Brass Tubes
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This elegant wall light features long gold plated brass tubes that give the design a whole exclusive and deluxe look, setting another level by its distinctive appearance. This recipe of rich materials and sleek lines inspired by art-deco architecture make the Streamline wall sconce...
Category

2010s European Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Hecate – Leather Table Lamp by Studio Aristotelis Barakos X Aumorfia
Located in Athens, GR
A unique collaboration between Studio Aristotelis Barakos and Aumorfia, the Hecate lighting collection unveils a captivating blend of modern elegance and ancient mysticism. A tableto...
Category

2010s Greek Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Leather, Opaline Glass

Garnier Linker Alabaster Pendant Light in Alabaster and Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant light by Garnier & Linker : Shade made out of veined Alabaster or Alabaster combined with dark natural brass patina. A "Certificate of Authencity" is provided by the gallery....
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2010s French Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Wonderful Minimalistic Oak and Opal Glass Chandelier by Kaiser, Germany 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This stunning mid-century oak chandelier is a timeless and elegant masterpiece crafted by Kaiser Leuchten in Germany during the 1960s. The design embodies the essence of Scandinavian...
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Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Glass, Wood

Dòry Contemporary Handmade Chandelier Brass, Blown Glass, LED Light, Dimmable
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
This Chandelier Reimagines Light as Sculpture, Blending the Purity of Minimalist Lines with the Warm Sensuality of Organic Modern Craftsmanship. It fits Seamlessly into a Mid-Century...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Stilnovo Desk Lamp by Asahara Shigeaki, Model "Tokyo, " 1980
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Singular Stilnovo desk lamp by Asahara Shigeaki, model "TOKYO," 1980. This lamp was designed by the Japanese creator Asahara Shigeaki for Stillovo in ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Metal

Large German Vintage Sculptural Ceiling Light Flush Mount Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural Sciolari / Leola style chandelier by Cosack, Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 12. Shipping without bulbs.
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Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Dual Sphere Table Lamps in Polished Aluminum White Opaline Glass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusual and Sculptural modern/minimalist table lights executed in polished Aluminum and featuring spherical matte white opaline glass shades. A sphere on a sphere - so to say. Unknow...
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1980s Scandinavian Vintage Minimalist Lighting

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Aluminum

Minimalist LED Chandelier with Frosted Glass Spheres - Geometric Steel Art Light
Located in Vilnius, LT
ZUSTRICH - A Masterpiece of Modern Designer Lighting where each architectural pendant light becomes a floating constellation in your space. This luxury chandelier transforms any inte...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Steel

Gold Floor Lamp Featuring Two Rounded Brass Plates
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Gold floor lamp features two rounded brass plates, arranged with a slight gap between them, allowing delicate crescents of light to peek through. The front plate is hand-hammered us...
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2010s European Minimalist Lighting

Materials

Brass

Minimalist lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Minimalist 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, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Kundalini, Silvio Mondino Studio, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella, and Sebastian Scherer. 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 $55 and tops out at $16,812 while the average work can sell for $1,792.

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