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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

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

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
1966 Rare Arredoluce Table Lamp with Murrine Glass Insert from Venini , Italy
1966 Rare Arredoluce Table Lamp with Murrine Glass Insert from Venini , Italy

1966 Rare Arredoluce Table Lamp with Murrine Glass Insert from Venini , Italy

$18,000

1966 Rare Arredoluce Table Lamp with Murrine Glass Insert from Venini , Italy

By Venini, Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Rare Arredoluce ( Angelo Lelii ) table lamp made of enameled metal , brass insert and colorfull murrine glass beads made by Venini , a most unique masterfull partenership in the g...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Isamu Noguchi Akari Pendant Ceiling Paper Lamp 35N
Isamu Noguchi Akari Pendant Ceiling Paper Lamp 35N

Isamu Noguchi Akari Pendant Ceiling Paper Lamp 35N

$3,495

Isamu Noguchi Akari Pendant Ceiling Paper Lamp 35N

By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi

Located in Malmö, SE

This is an exceptional lamp. Designed by Isamu Noguchi and made by Ozeki & Co in Gifu, Japan. Model 35N. The lampshade is created from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribbing, s...

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Early 2000s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Steel

Vintage 1980s floor lamp gilded brass and glass design Relux Milano
Vintage 1980s floor lamp gilded brass and glass design Relux Milano

Vintage 1980s floor lamp gilded brass and glass design Relux Milano

$863Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage 1980s floor lamp gilded brass and glass design Relux Milano

By Relux

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Floor lamp with gilt brass frame and smoked glass, design Relux Milano, 1980s. CONDITION: In good, working condition, shows signs of wear given by time. SIZING: Height 183.5 cm, D...

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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena 'LP11' Wall Lights in Brass and Opaline Glass
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena 'LP11' Wall Lights in Brass and Opaline Glass

Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena 'LP11' Wall Lights in Brass and Opaline Glass

$8,950 / item

Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena 'LP11' Wall Lights in Brass and Opaline Glass

By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena 'LP11' wall lights, brass, glass, Italy, 1958 These exquisite and remarkably slender wall lights, designed by the celebrated Italian architect an...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - green alabaster glass
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - green alabaster glass

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - green alabaster glass

$4,527

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - green alabaster glass

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure on 4 levels. The armor polished nickel supports 80 large green alabaster glass tube. The alabaster techni...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

1 of 4 Large Kalmar 'Tulipan' Sconces Wall Lights, Austria, 1970s
1 of 4 Large Kalmar 'Tulipan' Sconces Wall Lights, Austria, 1970s

1 of 4 Large Kalmar 'Tulipan' Sconces Wall Lights, Austria, 1970s

$2,098 / item

1 of 4 Large Kalmar 'Tulipan' Sconces Wall Lights, Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

1 of 4 Mid Century wall sconces, made by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Each tulip-shaped glass is handmade which makes each glass piece a unique piece. Each sconce...

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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Murano Glass

very beautiful mid century modern cocoon PENDANT LIGHT 1970s
very beautiful mid century modern cocoon PENDANT LIGHT 1970s

very beautiful mid century modern cocoon PENDANT LIGHT 1970s

$846

very beautiful mid century modern cocoon PENDANT LIGHT 1970s

By Friedel Wauer, Goldkant Leuchten

Located in Mannheim, DE

A beautiful pendant lamp from the 1970s. Unmarked, but likely manufactured by Goldkant-Leuchten Friedel Wauer. It features a large "Cocoon" shade made of synthetic material with a lo...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts
Mid-Century Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts

Mid-Century Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts

$301 / item

Mid-Century Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts

By WILA

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp. Metal base with clear glass. 1960-1970 Weight: 3.00 kg / 6.6 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international st...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Mid-century Modern Italian Design Brass Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Italy
Mid-century Modern Italian Design Brass Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Italy

Mid-century Modern Italian Design Brass Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Italy

$1,282 / set

Mid-century Modern Italian Design Brass Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-century Modern Italian design Brass Pair of Sconces with patinas, 1960s, Italy Elegant rare high quality wall lamps. Lamps are in very good vintage condition. Wear consistent w...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Rare Table Lamp by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, 1955-1956, Italy
Rare Table Lamp by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, 1955-1956, Italy

Rare Table Lamp by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, 1955-1956, Italy

$13,021

Rare Table Lamp by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, 1955-1956, Italy

By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

A rare table lamp designed by Max Ingrand and manufactured by Fontana Arte, 1955-1956, Milano, Italy. This table lamp is made of blackened cast aluminium with fabric shade in an eleg...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Venetian Glass Modernist Pair of Lamps, Murano, Italy
Venetian Glass Modernist Pair of Lamps, Murano, Italy

Venetian Glass Modernist Pair of Lamps, Murano, Italy

$6,900 / set

Venetian Glass Modernist Pair of Lamps, Murano, Italy

Located in Austin, TX

Pair of hand-blown Murano glass lamps featuring unique glass components on a brass structure. In the style of iconic Italian designer Ettore Sotsass. We love the geometric forms and ...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Stilnovo Adjustable Table Lamp in Red Metal, Brass and Green Glass, Italy 1950s
Stilnovo Adjustable Table Lamp in Red Metal, Brass and Green Glass, Italy 1950s

Stilnovo Adjustable Table Lamp in Red Metal, Brass and Green Glass, Italy 1950s

$1,690

Stilnovo Adjustable Table Lamp in Red Metal, Brass and Green Glass, Italy 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in Roma, IT

Striking and unique mid-century adjustable table lamp in a refined combination of solid brass, nile green crystal, and red enameled metal. This wonderful lamp was designed by Stilnov...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass

Vilhelm Wohlert, Wall Light, Paper, Wood, Denmark, 1950s
Vilhelm Wohlert, Wall Light, Paper, Wood, Denmark, 1950s

Vilhelm Wohlert, Wall Light, Paper, Wood, Denmark, 1950s

$1,600

Vilhelm Wohlert, Wall Light, Paper, Wood, Denmark, 1950s

By Vilhelm Wohlert

Located in High Point, NC

A wood and paper wall light designed by Vilhelm Wohlert and produced by Le Klint, Denmark, c. 1950s. Some staining to the parchment. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimen...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Wood, Paper

Angelo Lelii, Chandelier, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Angelo Lelii, Chandelier, Brass, Italy, 1950s

Angelo Lelii, Chandelier, Brass, Italy, 1950s

$18,600

Angelo Lelii, Chandelier, Brass, Italy, 1950s

By Angelo Lelii

Located in High Point, NC

A brass chandelier designed by Angelo Lelii and produced by Arredoluce, Italy, 1950s. Dramatic patina and oxidation to brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Huge Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier 52 PINK Glass Petals Drop
Huge Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier 52 PINK Glass Petals Drop

Huge Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier 52 PINK Glass Petals Drop

$2,902

Huge Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier 52 PINK Glass Petals Drop

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 52 glass petals (pink crystal, smooth outside, with crystal powder and then rough inside.) in a chrome frame. Period: late 20th centur...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass

Pair of glass wall sconces - 6 alabaster gold disks
Pair of glass wall sconces - 6 alabaster gold disks

Pair of glass wall sconces - 6 alabaster gold disks

$696 / set

Pair of glass wall sconces - 6 alabaster gold disks

By Vistosi

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Pair of Vintage Italian Murano appliques in Vistosi style. Wall lights have 6 glass for each, gold alabaster glasses. Golden painted/bronze metal frames. Period: late 20th century D...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Art Glass

ENA Handmade Embossed, Adjustable Brass Art - Picture Artisanal Wall Sconce
ENA Handmade Embossed, Adjustable Brass Art - Picture Artisanal Wall Sconce

ENA Handmade Embossed, Adjustable Brass Art - Picture Artisanal Wall Sconce

$435 / item

ENA Handmade Embossed, Adjustable Brass Art - Picture Artisanal Wall Sconce

Located in İstiklal, TR

ENA Brass Casting Picture Wall Sconce is meticulously crafted from solid brass, offering both durability and timeless appeal. Its surface is adorned with hand-applied, intricate patt...

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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Model PH5 Pendant Light By Louis Poulsen Circa 1960s
Model PH5 Pendant Light By Louis Poulsen Circa 1960s

Model PH5 Pendant Light By Louis Poulsen Circa 1960s

$812

Model PH5 Pendant Light By Louis Poulsen Circa 1960s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Model PH5 Pendant Light By Louis Poulsen Circa 1960s - Price is per light (2 available) - Comes with 120cm of cable - Takes E27 fitting bulbs - White with blue and red details - Mad...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Walnut and Brass Standing Floor Lamp
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Walnut and Brass Standing Floor Lamp

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Walnut and Brass Standing Floor Lamp

$4,200

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Walnut and Brass Standing Floor Lamp

By Modeline Lamp Co.

Located in San Jose, CA

Vintage sculptural floor lamp in walnut circa 1960's. This unique art piece displays all the elements featuring a geometric wood base accented in brass hardware. Equipped with a 4-li...

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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Linen, Walnut

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp in Fabric and Wood, Sweden, 1960s.
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp in Fabric and Wood, Sweden, 1960s.

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp in Fabric and Wood, Sweden, 1960s.

$995

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp in Fabric and Wood, Sweden, 1960s.

By Solbackens Svarveri, Lamp Gustaf, Markslöjd, Aneta, Luxus Vittsjö

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful table lamp with off-white embroidery fabric on a white lacquered metal frame, and a wood base. Made by an unknown designer in Sweden, c. 1960s. Great original condition....

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Fabric, Linen, Pine

Limburg Pair of Large Brass Iron & Clear Glass Round Pendant Lights C.1965
Limburg Pair of Large Brass Iron & Clear Glass Round Pendant Lights C.1965

Limburg Pair of Large Brass Iron & Clear Glass Round Pendant Lights C.1965

$6,178 / set

Limburg Pair of Large Brass Iron & Clear Glass Round Pendant Lights C.1965

By Glashütte Limburg, Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Pair of refurbished, beautifully designed and crafted, round shaped and multi-faceted clear glass and brass midcentury pendant lights. These large minimalistic, Contemporary Art Deco...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Curtis Jere style. Sculptural Brutalist wrought iron wall lamp, Italy, 1960s
Curtis Jere style. Sculptural Brutalist wrought iron wall lamp, Italy, 1960s

Curtis Jere style. Sculptural Brutalist wrought iron wall lamp, Italy, 1960s

$1,149

Curtis Jere style. Sculptural Brutalist wrought iron wall lamp, Italy, 1960s

By Marc Weinstein, Marcello Fantoni, Ferro Art, Silas Seandel, Paul Evans

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Compatible with US/EU standards. Mid-Century Modern wall lamp depicting a large fly or bug on the wall in the style of Curtis Jere's creations, Italy, 1960s. Made entirely of wrough...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Artistic Brutalist and Tudor style gilt flush mount by Ferro Art, Spain, 1940s
Artistic Brutalist and Tudor style gilt flush mount by Ferro Art, Spain, 1940s

Artistic Brutalist and Tudor style gilt flush mount by Ferro Art, Spain, 1940s

$2,040

Artistic Brutalist and Tudor style gilt flush mount by Ferro Art, Spain, 1940s

By Ferro Art, Willy Daro, Paul Evans, Maison Jansen, Marc Weinstein

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Compatible with US/EU standards. Brutalist and Mid-Century Modern style gilt flush mount light by Ferro Art (also known as Ferroarte), Spain, 1940s. The whole structure is made of wr...

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1940s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass, Green Lacquered Brass and Opaline Glass
1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass, Green Lacquered Brass and Opaline Glass

1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass, Green Lacquered Brass and Opaline Glass

$3,800 / set

1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass, Green Lacquered Brass and Opaline Glass

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, characterized by an elegant and well-balanced mid-century modern design. Each sconce features a slender, gently curved brass arm that ext...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Amber Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection
Amber Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection

Amber Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection

$2,655

Amber Espadín Glass Semi Flush Mount Light, Large, Agave Collection

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

This collection draws inspiration from the agave and its piña, the dense heart from which mezcal is made. Each piece is handblown in Oaxaca, where the centuries-old making of mezcal ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Fontana Arte Style Mid-century Modern Smoke Murano Glass Sconces
Pair of Fontana Arte Style Mid-century Modern Smoke Murano Glass Sconces

Pair of Fontana Arte Style Mid-century Modern Smoke Murano Glass Sconces

$2,310 / set

Pair of Fontana Arte Style Mid-century Modern Smoke Murano Glass Sconces

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Wall light composed of an organic element in curved, smoky-colored, satin-finish Murano glass in the shape of a leaf, in the style of Fontana Arte. The elongated, concave part embrac...

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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Ardium Mini Shell Mid Century Style Brass Casting Wall Sconce
Ardium Mini Shell Mid Century Style Brass Casting Wall Sconce

Ardium Mini Shell Mid Century Style Brass Casting Wall Sconce

$320 / item

Ardium Mini Shell Mid Century Style Brass Casting Wall Sconce

Located in İstiklal, TR

ARDIUM Mini Brass Wall Sconce, a timeless lighting fixture designed to add elegance and sophistication to any space. Crafted from heavy brass, this sconce features a G9 socket that is compatible with LED bulbs, ensuring energy efficiency and long-lasting illumination. The distinctive cardium shell-shaped form brings a touch of nature-inspired décor into your home, creating a visually stunning accent. This versatile semi-flush wall sconce...

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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair Murano Style Outdoor Wall Sconces Caged Glass Lanterns, March 2001
Pair Murano Style Outdoor Wall Sconces Caged Glass Lanterns, March 2001

Pair Murano Style Outdoor Wall Sconces Caged Glass Lanterns, March 2001

$2,450 / set

Pair Murano Style Outdoor Wall Sconces Caged Glass Lanterns, March 2001

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Architectural, sculptural, and highly decorative, this striking pair of vintage wall sconces features hand-blown Murano style seeded art glass shades enclosed within an elegant black...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1980s
Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1980s

Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1980s

$1,600

Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1980s

Located in High Point, NC

A wood and off-white fabric flush mount designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1980s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 5.75"H x 21.0"D Bulb Specificatio...

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1980s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Caged Opaline Glass, Cream & Brass Pendant Lantern, Germany 1950s
Caged Opaline Glass, Cream & Brass Pendant Lantern, Germany 1950s

Caged Opaline Glass, Cream & Brass Pendant Lantern, Germany 1950s

$961

Caged Opaline Glass, Cream & Brass Pendant Lantern, Germany 1950s

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

This pendant light was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1950s. The light features a lantern-style design with a central opaline glass diffuser in cylindrical form, enclo...

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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Spanish Crown Sunburst fixture in Gilt Metal and frost Glass , circa 1950
Large Spanish Crown Sunburst fixture in Gilt Metal and frost Glass , circa 1950

Large Spanish Crown Sunburst fixture in Gilt Metal and frost Glass , circa 1950

$638Sale Price|38% Off

Large Spanish Crown Sunburst fixture in Gilt Metal and frost Glass , circa 1950

Located in La xara, VC

Large Spanish crown 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 dif...

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1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Recessed ceiling lights with gold Murano glass by Barovier&Toso Neon 1970
Recessed ceiling lights with gold Murano glass by Barovier&Toso Neon 1970

Recessed ceiling lights with gold Murano glass by Barovier&Toso Neon 1970

$2,902

Recessed ceiling lights with gold Murano glass by Barovier&Toso Neon 1970

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Palermo, IT

An exceptional, monumental flush mount ceiling light designed and masterfully executed by the prestigious historical furnace Barovier & Toso in Murano, Italy. This oversized statemen...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Stunning Barovier & Toso Murano Glass Chandelier 6 arms, Italy 1990
Stunning Barovier & Toso Murano Glass Chandelier 6 arms, Italy 1990

Stunning Barovier & Toso Murano Glass Chandelier 6 arms, Italy 1990

$2,438

Stunning Barovier & Toso Murano Glass Chandelier 6 arms, Italy 1990

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Rijssen, NL

A stunning six-armed chandelier by Barovier &; Toso, Italy, 1990. This piece is made of mouth-blown Murano glass, enriched with brass accents and delicate balloton patterns, creating...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

High quality Murano chandelier space age - 57 BLUE albaster iridescent glasses
High quality Murano chandelier space age - 57 BLUE albaster iridescent glasses

High quality Murano chandelier space age - 57 BLUE albaster iridescent glasses

$2,098

High quality Murano chandelier space age - 57 BLUE albaster iridescent glasses

By Vistosi

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian Murano chandelier. The chandelier has 57 Murano BLUE albaster iridescent glass disks. The glasses are now unavailable, they have the particularity of reflecting a multiplicit...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Art Glass

Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Island Brass Pendant Light
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Island Brass Pendant Light

Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Island Brass Pendant Light

$949 / item

Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Island Brass Pendant Light

By Holophane

Located in Stockbridge, GB

Antique 8″ Holophane Ripple-Lite Church Pendant Light -A A prismatic glass pendant light Manufactured by ‘Holophane’. The light has retained its original aged brass metal gallery, s...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Swedish “Swan Neck” Table Lamp by Markslöjd, Pine and Brass, 1970s
Swedish “Swan Neck” Table Lamp by Markslöjd, Pine and Brass, 1970s

Swedish “Swan Neck” Table Lamp by Markslöjd, Pine and Brass, 1970s

$1,619

Swedish “Swan Neck” Table Lamp by Markslöjd, Pine and Brass, 1970s

By Markslöjd

Located in Stockholm, SE

A beautifully sculptural Swedish table lamp by Markslöjd, crafted in the 1970s and executed in warm-toned pine with refined brass detailing. The elegant “swan neck” form gives the pi...

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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy
Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy

Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy

$1,737 / item

Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy Very elegant and Minimalist ceiling lamp. 2 available Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with E27 standard light...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of Opaline Glass Wall Lights by Glashütte Limburg, 1960
Pair of Opaline Glass Wall Lights by Glashütte Limburg, 1960

Pair of Opaline Glass Wall Lights by Glashütte Limburg, 1960

$1,282 / set

Pair of Opaline Glass Wall Lights by Glashütte Limburg, 1960

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Rijssen, NL

Pair of Opaline Glass Wall Lights by Glashütte Limburg, 1960. The opaline glass is mounted on a gold colored frame. Illuminates beautiful. Please note the price is for a pair of two...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Barovier Large Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconces, Italy 1940s
Barovier Large Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconces, Italy 1940s

Barovier Large Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconces, Italy 1940s

$2,786 / set

Barovier Large Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Flower Sconces, Italy 1940s

By Barovier, Ercole Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous and unique large pair of flower-shaped sconces in Murano mouth-blown “bullicante” crystal glass and solid brass. These marvelous lights were designed by Barovier and produc...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s

Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s

$2,800 / set

Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. later paper backing to backplate. Overall Dimensions (Inc...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Resin, Italy, 1960s
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Resin, Italy, 1960s

Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Resin, Italy, 1960s

$2,600

Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Resin, Italy, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

An off-white polymer resin pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s. Staining to resin shade. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 42.0"H x ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Resin

Mid Century Floor Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
Mid Century Floor Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

Mid Century Floor Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

$1,400

Mid Century Floor Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Classic Mid Century floor lamp designed by Gerald Thurston, for Lightolier, circa 1950/60's. The lamp features a disk for black metal base, a vertical brass tube pole with an oblong ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Uno Kristiansson, Sconces / Wall Lights, Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s
Uno Kristiansson, Sconces / Wall Lights, Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s

Uno Kristiansson, Sconces / Wall Lights, Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s

$1,800 / set

Uno Kristiansson, Sconces / Wall Lights, Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s

By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson

Located in Stockholm, SE

A pair of large wall lights designed by Uno Kristiansson circa 1966 and made by Luxus. The main body of the design is turned pine wood. White acrylic diffuses sit atop the lamps and ...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Fabric, Plastic, Pine

Mid-Century Round Clear cut Glass Sconces Flush Mounts , Germany 1960
Mid-Century Round Clear cut Glass Sconces Flush Mounts , Germany 1960

Mid-Century Round Clear cut Glass Sconces Flush Mounts , Germany 1960

$149Sale Price / item|20% Off

Mid-Century Round Clear cut Glass Sconces Flush Mounts , Germany 1960

By Limburg

Located in La xara, VC

1960s wall or ceiling cristal light. Metal base and round, clear glass shade. 1960-1970. All our lamps are compatible with LED bulbs. The wiring has been checked and replaced to mee...

Category

1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Green Lacquered Wall Sconces with Opaline Glass
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Green Lacquered Wall Sconces with Opaline Glass

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Green Lacquered Wall Sconces with Opaline Glass

$2,480 / set

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Green Lacquered Wall Sconces with Opaline Glass

Located in Rome, IT

Elegant pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, defined by a refined and fluid composition combining brass, green lacquered brass, and opaline glass. Each sconce is structured ...

Category

1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Brass Floor Lamp designed by Paul McCobb
Mid Century Brass Floor Lamp designed by Paul McCobb

Mid Century Brass Floor Lamp designed by Paul McCobb

$1,400

Mid Century Brass Floor Lamp designed by Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Mid Century brass floor lamp, having an elegant slender vertical post, supported by three triangular feet, the top ia a contrasting chrome cup which holds the glass diffu...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Motoko Ishii for Staff Large Chandelier in Chrome with 72 Glass Orbs
Motoko Ishii for Staff Large Chandelier in Chrome with 72 Glass Orbs

Motoko Ishii for Staff Large Chandelier in Chrome with 72 Glass Orbs

$8,750

Motoko Ishii for Staff Large Chandelier in Chrome with 72 Glass Orbs

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Motoko Ishii for Staff Leuchten, ´Sputnik´ chandelier, chrome, glass, Germany, ca. 1971. This magnificent chandelier is designed by the Japanese designer Motoko Ishii. It spreads t...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Pair of Red Wall Lamps by Paul Neuhaus, 1960s
Midcentury Pair of Red Wall Lamps by Paul Neuhaus, 1960s

Midcentury Pair of Red Wall Lamps by Paul Neuhaus, 1960s

$1,398 / set

Midcentury Pair of Red Wall Lamps by Paul Neuhaus, 1960s

By Paul Neuhaus Leuchten

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This striking pair of midcentury wall lamps by Paul Neuhaus, dating from the 1960s, captures the bold yet refined aesthetic of the era. Each lamp features a square red frame with sof...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Island Brass Pendant Light
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Island Brass Pendant Light

Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Island Brass Pendant Light

$1,222 / item

Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Island Brass Pendant Light

By Holophane

Located in Stockbridge, GB

Antique Holophane Ripple-Lite Church Pendant Light -C A prismatic glass pendant light Manufactured by ‘Holophane’. The light has retained its original coppered brass metal gallery, ...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Copper

Mid-Century Chandelier in Brass & Glass, V. Soini, Finland 1950s
Mid-Century Chandelier in Brass & Glass, V. Soini, Finland 1950s

Mid-Century Chandelier in Brass & Glass, V. Soini, Finland 1950s

$2,786

Mid-Century Chandelier in Brass & Glass, V. Soini, Finland 1950s

Located in Helsinki, FI

A delicate Finnish mid-century ceiling lamp in brass and glass shades with spring coil decorations. The design is inspired by the iconic Paavo Tynell style with the wire decorations....

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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

1970s Sciolari Waterfall 7 arms Brass Chandelier for Lightolier , USA
1970s Sciolari Waterfall 7 arms Brass Chandelier for Lightolier , USA

1970s Sciolari Waterfall 7 arms Brass Chandelier for Lightolier , USA

$4,000Sale Price / item|20% Off

1970s Sciolari Waterfall 7 arms Brass Chandelier for Lightolier , USA

By Lightolier, Gaetano Sciolari

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Waterfall 7 arms chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari for Lightolier , USA. 260 optical quality glass rods hanging from a thick and solid brass structure . Contain 7 regular E26 Edison...

Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - pink glass tube
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - pink glass tube

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - pink glass tube

$4,527

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - pink glass tube

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure on 4 levels. The armor polished nickel supports 80 large pink glass tube. Weight about 60 kg. Period:Lat...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

IDRI Hand Carved Brass Picture and Art Light Wall Sconce, Mid-Century Modern
IDRI Hand Carved Brass Picture and Art Light Wall Sconce, Mid-Century Modern

IDRI Hand Carved Brass Picture and Art Light Wall Sconce, Mid-Century Modern

$708 / item

IDRI Hand Carved Brass Picture and Art Light Wall Sconce, Mid-Century Modern

Located in İstiklal, TR

Arel Lighting is a handmade manufacturer of lighting fixtures. IDRI Handmade Brass Picture Light Wall Sconce exemplifies refined craftsmanship and timeless elegance. Designed to il...

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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Round Clear cut Glass Sconces Flush Mounts , Germany 1960
Mid-Century Round Clear cut Glass Sconces Flush Mounts , Germany 1960

Mid-Century Round Clear cut Glass Sconces Flush Mounts , Germany 1960

$149Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Round Clear cut Glass Sconces Flush Mounts , Germany 1960

By Limburg

Located in La xara, VC

1960s wall or ceiling cristal light. Metal base and round, clear glass shade. 1960-1970. All our lamps are compatible with LED bulbs. The wiring has been checked and replaced to mee...

Category

1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass

Mid-century Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Fabio Ltd, J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, and Glashütte Limburg. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $60 and tops out at $649,671 while the average work can sell for $2,162.

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