Anton Mini in Gunmetal by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Anton micro in gunmetal by Volker Haug Anton series Dimensions: W 13, H 13, D 8.3 cm Materials: Cast gunmetal Finish: Polished Lamp: G9 LED (240V / 120V US). 12V option available.
Metal
Baby Drop Pendant Light by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Baby Drop pendant light by Volker Haug Dimensions: Diameter 10.5 x H 40 cm Material: Brass.
Brass
Large Only U Pendant Light by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Large only U pendant light by Volker Haug. Dimensions: D 8 x W 40 x H 57 cm.
Brass
Oddments by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each hand finished brass surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Brass
Oddments by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each hand finished brass surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Brass
Oddments by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each hand finished brass surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Brass
Baby Drop by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each hand finished brass surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Brass
Balanced Stack by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Balanced stack by Volker Haug Pyramid Scheme series Dimensions: W 182, D 21, H 70 cm Support: 90 cm Suspension: minimum 70 cm Material: Brass Finishes: Polished, Brushed or Br...
Brass
Baby Drop by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each hand finished brass surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Brass
Double Drop by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Double drop by Volker Haug Pyramid scheme series Dimensions: W 90.5, D 15 H 70 cm Support: 15 cm Suspension: min 70 cm Material: Brass Finishes: Polished, brushed or bronzed brass, e...
Brass
Anton in Ceramic by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each cast surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Ceramic
Anton in Ceramic by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each cast surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Ceramic
Longton in Aluminium by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each cast surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Aluminum
Baby Wall Swing by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Baby wall swing by Volker Haug Pyramid Scheme series Dimensions: W 15 D 10 H 9.5 cm Material: Brass Finishes: Polished, brushed or bronzed brass; enamel or chrome plated.
Brass
Black Big Kick by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
The minimal design of Step & Kick highlights the craftsmanship in its details. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Metal
Wall Stack 3 by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Wall stack 3 by Volker Haug Pyramid Scheme series Dimensions: W 21, D 24, H 46 cm Support: 20 cm Material: Brass Finishes: Polished, brushed or bronzed brass; enamel or chrome-...
Brass
Anton in Gunmetal by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each cast surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Metal
Anton in Gunmetal by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each cast surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Metal
Anton in Gunmetal by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each cast surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Metal
Anton in Gunmetal by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each cast surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Metal
Anton in Gunmetal by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Anton in gunmetal by Volker Haug Anton series Dimensions: Ø 18 x D 10 cm.
Metal
Anton in Gunmetal by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each cast surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Metal
Anton in Gunmetal by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Anton in gunmetal by Volker Haug Anton series Dimensions: Ø 18 x D 10 cm.
Metal
Anton in Gunmetal by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Anton in gunmetal by Volker Haug Anton series Dimensions: Ø 18 x D 10 cm.
Metal
Wall Stack Up by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each hand finished brass surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Brass
Anton in Brown Ceramic by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each cast surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Ceramic
Anton Mini in Ceramic by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each cast surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Ceramic
Anton Mini in Gunmetal by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Anton micro in gunmetal by Volker Haug Anton series Dimensions: W 13, H 13, D 8.3 cm Materials: Cast gunmetal Finish: Polished Lamp: G9 LED (240V / 120V US). 12V option available.
Metal
Black Large Only U by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Finished in polished, bronzed or enameled brass Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Brass
Anton Mini in Ceramic by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Anton mini in ceramic by Volker Haug. Anton series. Dimensions: Ø 13 x D 8 cm.
Ceramic
Anton Mini in Ceramic by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Anton mini in ceramic by Volker Haug. Anton series. Dimensions: Ø 13 x D 8 cm.
Ceramic
Anton Mini in Brown Ceramic by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each cast surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Ceramic
Anton Mini in Brown Ceramic by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each cast surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Ceramic
Gunmetal Anton Wall Sconce - Frosted Glass Shell by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Each cast surface is unique and variations may occur. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Melbourne, Australia.
Metal
Set of 2 Jewellery Single and Double Pendant Lights by Volker Haug
Located in Geneve, CH
Simple and fun, each design in this range can be assembled in a variety of colors, sizes, and finishes. Volker Haug Studio is an international lighting design practice based in Me...
Brass
Replacement glass globe of Anton Blown Glass by Volker Haug for Elizabeth
Located in Geneve, CH
Replacement glass globe of Anton Blown Glass by Volker Haug for Elizabeth Anton series. Dimensions: Ø 13 x D 8 cm.
Ceramic
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
Brass
LUdown Cylinder Flush Mount
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The LUdown cylinder flush mount fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires is part of our contemporary collection. Available In patinated unlacquerd brass or aged silver and steel with (1) E26 m...
Steel, Brass, Gold, Silver
$434 / item
H 3.54 in W 4.92 in D 5.51 in
Galupa Art Deco Wall Sconce, Optical Glass & Aluminum, Up/Down Lighting
Located in İstiklal, TR
GALUPA Art Deco Wall Sconce, a masterpiece of design that effortlessly combines elegance and functionality. This stunning wall sconce is crafted in the timeless Art Deco style, featu...
Aluminum
LU Swing Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful brass LU swing sconce made by Lumfardo Luminaires in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hardware. Priced in...
Brass
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$1,300 / item
H 14 in W 9 in D 9 in
Brutalist, Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Double Decker Lamp by Streicher Goods
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Double Decker lamp is a tall, brutalist-inspired table lamp, perfect for lighting in larger living spaces, created by Streicher Goods in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp is composed of a...
Brass
$1,450 / item
H 6.7 in W 6.7 in D 3.55 in
Marz Designs, "Aurelia Surface Sconce", Cast Glass Pendant Light
By Marz Designs
Located in BYRON BAY, NSW
The Aurelia Surface Sconce is cast by hand at the prestigious Jam Factory in Adelaide, Australia. This simple yet intricate shade illuminates through the bubbled glass creating a uni...
Brass, Nickel
$1,550 / item
H 5 in W 5 in D 5.25 in
Alice Flushmount or Sconce in Brass with Hand Blown Sandblasted Glass Cube
By Atelier de Troupe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Alice collection is inspired by brutalist modular architecture. The textured hand blown glass cubes are sandblasted to create a soft glow. Available in satin brass or matte black...
Brass
LUfo Ceiling Light
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
LUFO perforated brass dome ceiling light by Lumfardo Luminaires. Part of our contemporary collection the LUFO ceiling light is in a darkened patina finish. Hand perforations frame ar...
Brass
$2,562 / item
H 31.5 in W 6.5 in D 3.15 in
DeCastelli AARE Medium Wall Light in Brass by Alexander Purcell Rodrigues
By Alexander Purcell Rodrigues, DeCastelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Aare Gorge in Switzerland is testimony to natural erosion, shaped by the last ice age. Here, a river originating from melting glaciers once carved deep into the rock, cutting to ...
Brass
$1,540 / item
H 8.08 in W 5.12 in D 3.75 in
Contemporary Wide Golden Brass Elbow Wall Light by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Wide Brass Elbow Wall Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 13 x D 9.5 x H 20.5 cm Materials: Brass. Available in blackened, aluminum, and brass. Elbow Wall Light is available in two...
Brass
LUdish Ceiling Brass Fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sharp and elegant 24" ceiling flush mount fixture. This fixture is a new take on the traditional concept of indirect lighting that functions to accent a room with rich brass tones an...
Brass
$1,540 / item
H 8.08 in W 3.94 in D 3.75 in
Contemporary Golden Brass Elbow Wall Light by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Narrow Brass Elbow Wall Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 10 x D 9.5 x H 20.5 cm Materials: Brass. Available in blackened, aluminum, and brass. Elbow Wall Light is available in t...
Brass
Marz Designs, "Terra 0.5 Wall Light" Ceramic Wall Light
By Marz Designs
Located in BYRON BAY, NSW
The Terra 0.5 Wall Light celebrates modular design and craftsmanship in a deceptively simple yet architectural form. Its sculptural metal bracket elegantly contrasts the asymmetric s...
Metal, Brass, Nickel
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
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Damon Liss and Stelle Lomont Rouhani Architects collaborated on this serene getaway for a minimalism-minded Manhattan family of four.
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.
Wielding her influence on the international scene, founding partner Andrea Cesarman expands the platform for Mexican artisans.
The houses from this New York studio cloak modernist tendencies within what are often more traditional trappings.