1970s German Explosion Proof Cast Brass and Junction Box Outdoor Wall Light
By Wiska
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
The lamp comes fitted with a cast brass Wiska junction box for ease of electrical connection and wire cage.
Brass
$7,500 / set
Pair of Italian Wall Lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perforated metal and acrylic. Rewired for US junction boxes.
Metal
$6,500
Italian Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1960s. Rewired for US junction boxes. Takes five E14 European candelabra bulbs.
Chrome
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
Arianna Chandelier by Piero Brombin for Artémide
By Piero Brombin, Artemide
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Satin glass and copper. Wired for US junction boxes. Takes one e27 100w maximum bulb
Aluminum
$4,160Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Large Italian Sconces by Arredoluce
By Arredoluce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Made in Italy, circa 1960. Rewired for US Junction boxes. Each sconces takes one E27 60w maximum bulb.
Nickel, Brass
$10,000
Suspension Light by Reggiani
By Reggiani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chrome-plated brass. Rewired for U.S. junction boxes. Takes 30 E27 25W maximum bulbs. Bulbs provided as a one time courtesy.
Brass, Chrome
Pair of 'Catilina' Wall Lights by Sergio Mazza for Artemide
By Sergio Mazza, Artemide
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in Italy, circa 1960s. Wired for US junction boxes. Takes one E27 base 20-40w maximum bulb or LED equivalent.
Steel, Wrought Iron
$3,000 / item
Opaline Glass Wall Lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each light has two opaline globes, brushed aluminium with custom nickel-plated brass backplates. Wired for US junction boxes. Each globe takes one E27 75w maximum bulb.
Brass, Nickel
Giltwood Ribbon Sconces by Fratelli Paoletti
By Fratelli Paoletti
Located in Hanover, MA
Back plate mounts over a standard junction box. Can also be sold in pairs for $2400.
$3,500
Stilnovo Opal Wall Light
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perforated metal armature brushed satin glass shades and brass hardware. Wired for US junction boxes. Takes one E27 100w maximum bulb. Retains original manufacturer's label.
Brass
Model 2045 Sconce by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Manufactured in Italy, circa 1950s. Rewired for US junction boxes. Light takes one E27 75w maximum bulb.
Brass
$3,840Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pair of Symfoni Flush Mount Ceiling Lights by Preben Dahl for Hans Følsgaard
By Preben Dahl, Hans Folsgaard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enameled metal. Rewired for US junction boxes. Each light takes one E27 100w maximum bulbs.
Metal
French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Eagle Wall Sconces, 1960s, Hardwired
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Each uses 2 candelabra size bulbs, newly wired (backplate 4.5" diameter fits US junction box).
Bronze
Suspension Light by Paolo Rizzato
By Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Metal, satin glass diffuser. Rewired for US junction boxes. Takes one E27 100w maximum bulb. Height displayed is for fixture only, overall drop can be adjusted.
Aluminum
Pair of Maison Baguès Style French 3-Light Lion Wall Sconces
By Maison Baguès
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Back plate 4.5" diameter covers US junction box.
Brass, Bronze
Bulb Pendant Light by Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The overall drop can be adjusted. Wired for US junction boxes. Requires one E27 100w maximum bulb.
Glass
Suspension Pendant by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brushed satin glass diffuser, brass hardware, original brass canopy with custom brass ceiling plate. Rewired for US junction boxes. Takes one E27 75 W maximum bulb. Overall drop can ...
Brass
Set of 4 Maison Baguès Style French 3-Light Lion Wall Sconces
By Maison Baguès
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Back plate 4.5" diameter covers US junction box.
Brass, Bronze
Flush Mount Ceiling Light in the Style of Caccia Dominioni for Azucena
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pewter plated brass, opaline glass. Rewired for U.S. Junction boxes. Takes two E27 75w maximum bulbs. Bulbs provided as a onetime courtesy.
Brass, Pewter
$2,400 / item
Single Italian Sconce by Guiseppi Ostuni for Oluce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fully restored brass and holophane glass. Rewired for US junction boxes. Light takes one E14 60 watt maximum European candelabra bulbs.
Brass
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
Single Flush Mount Pendant by Stilux
By Stilux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Overall drop can be customized. Wired for US junction boxes. Each pendant takes one E27 60w maximum bulb.
Metal
$2,300 / set
Italian Mazzega Sconces with Murano Glass, 1970s
By AVMazzega
Located in Austin, TX
Wired for mounting to junction box. Sold in pairs. Two pairs available. Italy, 1970s or 1980s.
Brass
Mid Century Italian Sconces, Glass and Metal, Fontana Arte Style
Located in Palm Springs, CA
The fixture hangs on a hook mounted to new round white metal junction box added.
Metal
Pair, Maison Lancel French Mid-Century Modern Chrome & Wood Wall Sconces 1960
By Maison Lancel
Located in Miami, FL
Back plate: 3.75 inches diameter Junction Box Covers in 5 inches Diameter is included.
Chrome
Model 2211 Suspension Light by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom brass ceiling plate. Rewire for U.S. junction boxes. Takes three E27 75w maximum bulbs.
Brass
Large Custom Diamond Wall Sconces Brass, Carrara Marble and Wood
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Includes mounting brackets for use with standard junction box. Both are ready to use.
Carrara Marble, Brass
Signed Marcel Guillemard Bronze Sconces Wall Lamps France Neoclassical, Pair
By Marcel Guillemard
Located in Miami, FL
Diameter back plate: 2.25, on demand we have junction box covers available Provenance : Hotel PLAZA, BIARRITZ, FRANCE.
Bronze
Copper and Opaline Glass Wall Lamp by Itsu, Finland, 1950s
By Itsu, Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Copper reflector and opaline glass mounted on an aluminium junction box. Marked accordingly. Outstanding patina.
Copper
Two XL Copper and Opaline Glass Wall Lamps Attributed to Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Copper reflector and opaline glass cylinder mounted on an aluminium junction box. Outstanding patina. Impressive dimensions.
Copper
Pair Mazerga Murano White & Clear Glass Leaf Wall Sconces
By La Murrina
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Each uses a single A or Edison base bulb. White junction box cover added for US installation. 2nd pair available under separate listing Measures: Glass alone is 12" H x 9" W .
Brass
Maison Charles Pineapple Bronze Sconces Wall Lamps Neoclassical France, Pair
By Maison Charles et Fils
Located in Miami, FL
Measures: Back-plate: 5 inches H, 4 inches W (Pineapple). 3 pairs available.priced by pair. Custom made Junction Box Covers are available. Have a look on our the largest collection o...
Bronze
Maison Lunel Pair of Sconces Bronze & Blown Round Opaline Glass Shades Art Deco
By Maison Lunel
Located in Miami, FL
I have custom 5 inches Junction Box Covers available. Please ask for a quote.
Bronze
Polished Brass Wall Uplights by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1980
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful minimalist brass wall uplights by Julius Theodor Kalmar of Vienna, Austria, 1980 in great condition with age related traces of use, model number 8031/2/1/11/0, custom back ...
Brass
$1,300 / item
Charlotte Perriand "CP-1" Wall Lights, 1960
By Steph Simon, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom mounting plates (powder coated white) available at an extra charge, to cover standard US junction boxes. Priced individually.
Metal
Huge 1960's Rattan Bamboo & Brass Dome Pendant Chandelier
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Ready to hang to standard junction box.
Brass
Pair, Bronze E. Guillemard Style Dolphin Sconces Wall Lamp France Animal Lights
By E. Guillemard
Located in Miami, FL
Projection from the wall: 4.25 inches. On demand we have junction box covers available Provenance : Hotel PLAZA, BIARRITZ, FRANCE.
Bronze
Pair of Sconces in the Style of Stilnovo Brass & Blown Opaline Shade France 1960
By Stilnovo
Located in Miami, FL
Round Back Plate measure: 2.63 & 3.38 inches diameter. Junction box covers are available for additional charge.
Brass
Pair Mazzega Murano White & Clear Glass Leaf Wall Sconces
By La Murrina
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Each uses a single A or Edison base bulb. White junction box cover added for US installation. Brass recently cleaned and lacquered. 2nd pair available under separate listing Measure...
Brass
$2,880Sale Price / item|20% Off
Model 1245 Flush Mount Ceiling Lights by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sold and priced individually. Wired for US junction boxes. Retains original manufacturers label.
Metal, Copper
Model 1954 Pendant by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enameled metal armature with original paint, brass hardware and brushed satin glass diffuser. Rewired for U.S. junction boxes. Custom brass ceiling plate. Takes three E27 100w maximu...
Brass, Metal
Pair-Maison Bagues 2 Light Bronze Goat Sconces, Wall Light Neoclassical France
By Maison Baguès
Located in Miami, FL
Back-plate: 1.25 x 3 inches. Junction box cover in 5 inches diameter available for an additional charge.
Bronze
Pair of Arbus Sconces Nickel Hand Holding Blown Opaline Glass Shade France 1960
By André Arbus
Located in Miami, FL
Measures: Back plates 3.5 inches. Silver Color Junction Box Covers available, please ask for a quote.
Metal, Nickel
Italian Vintage Brass Chandelier, Ten Lights, Mid-Century Modern, 1950
Located in New York, NY
With its original canopy and additional custom support for use with USA junction boxes. Italy, circa 1950 Size: 37 1/4" high x 25" diameter.
Brass
1950s Italian Red Articulating Sconces Attributed to Gino Sarfatti
By Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce, Jacques Biny
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom black backplates with brass hardware for hardwiring mounting over standard US junction boxes. Accommodates a single US candelabra base 60w maximum bulb (lower with incandescen...
Brass, Metal
1950s Italian Red Articulating Sconces Attributed to Gino Sarfatti
By Gino Sarfatti, Jacques Biny, Arteluce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom black backplates with brass hardware for hardwiring mounting over standard US junction boxes. Accommodates a single US candelabra base 60w maximum bulb (lower with incandescen...
Brass, Metal
Art Deco UFO Saturn Ring Pendant Lamp Chandelier 1950's
Located in Las Vegas, NV
May require additional mounting hardware for use with modern junction box.
Steel
1950s Italian White Articulating Sconces Attributed to Gino Sarfatti
By Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce, Jacques Biny
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom black backplates with brass hardware for hardwiring mounting over standard US junction boxes. Accommodates a single US candelabra base 60w maximum bulb (lower with incandescen...
Brass, Metal
United State Navy Ships Binnacle Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
The base is complete with sliding door, interior bars and lower junction box with threaded cap. Mounted to a thick wood base.
Brass
Maison Lunel Mirror Image Sconces Brass Steel & Opaline Shade France 1960, Pair
By Maison Lunel
Located in Miami, FL
Back Plate measures: 2.38 inches Diameter. Custom Junction Box Cover are available, for a quote, please contact me.
Brass, Steel
Pair, Clear & Gold Flecks Infused Murano Glass & Brass Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp
By Murano 5
Located in Miami, FL
US rewiring and each Sconce takes 2 regular or LED bulbs. Round Junction Box Plate measures 8 inches diameter.
Brass, Gold Leaf
André Arbus Bronze & Black Hand Two-Arm Sconce Wall Light Neoclassical, Pair
By André Arbus
Located in Miami, FL
Measures: Back-plate measures: Diameter 3.5 inches. Round Junction box Plate available. Projection to the wall: 6 inches.
Brass, Bronze
Max Ingrand Fontana Arte, Model 1944 Thick Glass Sconces 5 Pieces, Italy, 1960
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in Vienna, AT
We can provide brass backplates for covering the junction box if required. Literature: Max Ingrand 'Du vierre a la lumiere' Pierre Emmanuel + Martin Vivier, p. 202.
Brass
$1,295 / item
Jean Perzel Style Brass & Milk Glass Pendant Lamp
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Easily altered for use with a standard junction box. 4 available at start of listing. Priced per piece. .
Metal
Maison Lancel 2 Light Brass Dolphin Sconces Black Shade, France, 1950, Pair
By E. Guillemard, Maison Lancel
Located in Miami, FL
Back Plate measures: 1.25 x 2 inches. Junction Box Cover in 5 inches diameter available for an additional charge.
Brass
1980s Ex British Army Lamp Shade and Galvanized Steel Short Reach Cantilever
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
We have fabricated a galvanized cantilever and we can offer customized dimensions for the reach of the lamp from the wall, we can also finish the shade in your choice of color, the w...
Aluminum, Steel
1980s Ex British Army Lamp Shade and Galvanised Steel Explosion Proof Cantilever
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
We have fabricated a galvanized cantilever and we can offer customized dimensions for the reach of the lamp from the wall, we can also finish the shade in your choice of color, the w...
Aluminum, Steel
Wonderful Mid Century Pair Italian Murano Art Glass Wall Sconces Barovier & Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roslyn, NY
The fixtures are supported on white backplates with attachments to mount on to a US junction box. Each backplate has 2 light sockets, one is a regular A base Edison bulb (top), the o...
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Pair of Gilt Italian Tole Sconces with Crystal Prisms
Located in Milton, PA
Gilt Italian Tole Sconces with green, clear and pink prisms. Can be wired into junction boxes or used with cord as shown.
Crystal
Unavailable
H 9 in W 4.75 in D 4.25 in
Pair of Midcentury European Clear Rectangular Bubble Glass Sconces, Circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Dimensions: Overall: 9" H x 4-3/4" W x 4-1/4" D Backplate: 7-1/4" H x 3-1/4" W Glass: 9" H x 4-3/4" W x 3-1/2" D Application: UL listed for use in dry environments Lamping: Single ...
Brass, Steel
Wall mounted lanterns
Located in Seattle, WA
The candles mount on the junction box and the lantern hangs on the wall. Nice detailing, made in Italy.
Brass
1970s OMP-200 Explosion-Proof Industrial Lamp
Located in Warsaw, PL
Manufacturer: ZAOS Zaklady Sprzetu Oswietleniowego in Wilkasy near Gizycko Time period: 1970s Construction: The lamp body and a junction box made out of aluminium as pressure cast...
Aluminum
1970s Omp-300 Explosion-Proof Lamp
Located in Warsaw, PL
Manufacturer: Zaos Zaklady Sprzetu Oswietleniowego in Wilkasy near Gizycko Time period: 1970s Construction The lamp body and a junction box are made of aluminum as pressure cast...
Aluminum
1970s OMP-300 Explosion-Proof Lamp Polished
Located in Warsaw, PL
Construction: The lamp body and a junction box are made of aluminium as pressure casting, transparent glass cover made of 12 mm thick glass covered with steel protective mesh.
Aluminum
1970s OMP-200 Explosion-proof Lamp Raw
Located in Warsaw, PL
Manufacturer: ZAOS Zaklady Sprzetu Oswietleniowego in Wilkasy near Gizycko Time period: 1970s Construction The lamp body and a junction box made out of aluminum as pressure cas...
Aluminum, Steel
1970s ORPE (ORP–250 E) Indoor Lamp Raw
Located in Warsaw, PL
A lampshade covered with a steel mesh adapted for hanging with a handle located on the junction box, or mounting in any position using a 1/2'' threaded tube.
Steel
1970s OMP-300 Explosion-Proof Lamp Raw
Located in Warsaw, PL
Manufacturer: ZAOS Zaklady Sprzetu Oswietleniowego in Wilkasy near Gizycko Time period: 1970s Construction The lamp body and a junction box are made of aluminum as pressure cast...
Aluminum
1970s ORPE 'ORP–250 E' Indoor Industrial Lamp
Located in Warsaw, PL
A lampshade covered with a steel mesh adapted for hanging with a handle located on the junction box, or mounting in any position using a 1/2” threaded tube.
Steel, Aluminum
Pair of Perforated Brass Sconces by Ateljé Lyktan
By Ateljé Lyktan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of brass sconces design in Sweden by Ateljé Lyktan, circa 1960s. for Rewired for US junction boxes. Wired for US junction boxes. Original sockets takes E27 100w maximum bulbs.
Brass
Six Articulating Sconces by Tito Agnoli for Oluce
By Oluce, Tito Agnoli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Six articulating sconces by Tito Agnoli for Oluce designed in Italy, circa 1950s. Rewired for US junction boxes. Custom backplates for 3.75" junction boxes.
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Triangular Suspension Light by Mario Botta for Artemide
By Mario Botta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1980s. Rewire for U.S. junction boxes. Enameled metal triangular shaped structure which houses a singular halogen bulb.
Metal
Pair Darkned Brass Single Light Sconce
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#2-1131 A pair of dark brass ornate sconces. 2"X 3" junction box
Pair of Flush Mount Ceiling Lights by Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retains original label. Wired for US junction boxes.
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Pair French Black Lucite Brass Sconces
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#2-1072 Pair of single light black lucite and glass over a brass backplate. 2x3 junction box
Brass
Pair of White & Clear Mottled Glass Sconces by Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
Hard wired for use in junction box.
Brass
Ceiling Light by Lunel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Manufactured in France, circa 1950s. Rewired for US junction boxes. Takes three E27 40w maximum bulbs.
Brass
Applique Simple à Deux Bras by Serge Mouille
By Serge Mouille
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arms articulate left/right. Rewired for US junction boxes. Comes with the original European backplate that is mounted to a custom backplate suited for US junction boxes.
Metal
Brass Chandelier by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in Italy, circa 1950s. Wired for US junction boxes. Takes eight E14 European 25w maximum bulbs.
Brass
Three Handblown Glass Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Painted steel, original back plates. Wired for US junction boxes. Each sconce takes an E27 75w maximum bulb.
Steel
Multifaceted Glass and Brass Flushmount Ceiling Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multifaceted glass and brass ceiling light designed in Italy, circa 1960s. Wired for US junction boxes. Takes one E27 100w maximum bulb.
Brass
Tubular Pendant by Reggiani
By Reggiani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chrome-plated tubular pendant manufactured by Reggiani in Italy, circa 1960s. Wired for US junction boxes. Takes three E27 67w maximum bulbs.
Chrome
Custom Italian Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brass with original canopy. Rewire for US junction boxes. Takes nine E26 25w maximum bulbs.
Brass
Rare Fourteen-Arm Brass Chandelier by Oscar Torlasco
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in Italy, circa 1950s. Rewired for US junction boxes. Takes fourteen 25w E14 bulbs.
Brass
Stilnovo Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Manufactured in Italy by Stilnovo. Rewired for US junction boxes. Takes eight E14 European candelabra 15w maximum each.
Metal, Brass
Italian Brass and Etched Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brass and etched glass flush mount ceiling light designed in Italy, circa 1940s. Wired for US junction boxes. Takes three E27 40w maximum bulbs.
Brass
Brass and Opaline Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brass and opaline glass flush mount ceiling light designed in Italy, circa 1950s. Wired for US junction boxes. Takes three E27 60w maximum bulbs.
Brass
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
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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.
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
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