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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
Mid-Century Green Large Flush Mount or Ceiling Lamp by Erco, 1950s, Germany
Mid-Century Green Large Flush Mount or Ceiling Lamp by Erco, 1950s, Germany

Mid-Century Green Large Flush Mount or Ceiling Lamp by Erco, 1950s, Germany

$2,971

Mid-Century Green Large Flush Mount or Ceiling Lamp by Erco, 1950s, Germany

By ERCO Leuchten

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-Century Green Large Flush Mount or Ceiling Lamp by Erco, 1950s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 3x E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitabl...

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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Iron Metal Spider with Murano Glass, Sconce Wall Light Sculpture, Italy 1970s
Iron Metal Spider with Murano Glass, Sconce Wall Light Sculpture, Italy 1970s

Iron Metal Spider with Murano Glass, Sconce Wall Light Sculpture, Italy 1970s

$920

Iron Metal Spider with Murano Glass, Sconce Wall Light Sculpture, Italy 1970s

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Mid-Century Italian “Spider” Wall Lamp with opaline Murano Glass, 1970s Striking and sculptural, this mid-century Italian wall sconce—often referred to as a “spider” lamp—features a...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

Pair of Round Wooden Table Lamps with Original Lampshades, France, 1970s
Pair of Round Wooden Table Lamps with Original Lampshades, France, 1970s

Pair of Round Wooden Table Lamps with Original Lampshades, France, 1970s

$519 / set

Pair of Round Wooden Table Lamps with Original Lampshades, France, 1970s

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Pair of French wooden table lamps dating from the 1970s, featuring beautifully rounded spherical bases with a warm brown finish and visible natural wood grain. Each lamp is topped wi...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Wood

1950s Italian Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass
1950s Italian Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass

1950s Italian Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass

$3,800 / set

1950s Italian Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, featuring a refined mid-century modern design with a clean horizontal composition. Each applique is built around a round brass wa...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

1950s Italian Brass, Black Metal and Opaline Glass Wall Sconce
1950s Italian Brass, Black Metal and Opaline Glass Wall Sconce

1950s Italian Brass, Black Metal and Opaline Glass Wall Sconce

$1,750

1950s Italian Brass, Black Metal and Opaline Glass Wall Sconce

Located in Rome, IT

Italian wall sconce from the 1950s, featuring a round brass wall plate, gently curved brass arms, black lacquered metal elements, and white opaline glass shades. The design is light ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Greco Illuminazione 'Feltre' Set of Eight Wall Lights in Brass Steel and Glass
Greco Illuminazione 'Feltre' Set of Eight Wall Lights in Brass Steel and Glass

Greco Illuminazione 'Feltre' Set of Eight Wall Lights in Brass Steel and Glass

$39,600 / set

Greco Illuminazione 'Feltre' Set of Eight Wall Lights in Brass Steel and Glass

By Greco illuminazione

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Greco Illuminazione, set of eight 'Feltre' wall lights, steel, brass, glass, Italy, 1960s These 1960s wall lamps, model ‘Feltre’, were produced by Greco Illuminazione. Their glass s...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass, Steel

Charming Italian Pink & Ice Clear Murano Glass Ceiling Fixture, Italy
Charming Italian Pink & Ice Clear Murano Glass Ceiling Fixture, Italy

Charming Italian Pink & Ice Clear Murano Glass Ceiling Fixture, Italy

$820

Charming Italian Pink & Ice Clear Murano Glass Ceiling Fixture, Italy

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful Murano glass flush mount, made in Italy during the 1970s–1980s. This charming fixture features a gorgeous textured glass shade accented by a delicate pink-colored glass r...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

Gio Ponti for Fontana Arte ‘Parco dei Principi’ Floor Lamp with Beige Shade
Gio Ponti for Fontana Arte ‘Parco dei Principi’ Floor Lamp with Beige Shade

Gio Ponti for Fontana Arte ‘Parco dei Principi’ Floor Lamp with Beige Shade

$15,400

Gio Ponti for Fontana Arte ‘Parco dei Principi’ Floor Lamp with Beige Shade

By Gio Ponti, Fontana Arte

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Gio Ponti for Fontana Arte, floor lamp ‘Parco dei Principi’ model '1967', brass, glass, coated aluminum, bakelite, Italy, circa 1960 This elegant floor lamp by Gio Ponti is based on...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Aluminum, Brass

Pair of large French gilt metal 5 armed wall lights
Pair of large French gilt metal 5 armed wall lights

Pair of large French gilt metal 5 armed wall lights

$4,774 / set

Pair of large French gilt metal 5 armed wall lights

Located in London, GB

Stunning pair of large five armed gilt metal wall lights reminiscent of Jean Royere. Bespoke shades, rewired & Pat tested.

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Large Adjustable Brass Keos Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz
Large Adjustable Brass Keos Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz

Large Adjustable Brass Keos Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz

$5,714

Large Adjustable Brass Keos Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz

By Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Wiener Werkstätte, Adolf Loos, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Florian Schulz

Located in München, DE

A beautiful brass pendant lamp from the 1970s. The lamp produces a truly beautiful lighting effect. Its design and exquisite details create a sophisticated and pleasant light. The la...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Sconce
Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Sconce

Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Sconce

$1,240

Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Sconce

Located in Rome, IT

Italian wall sconce from the 1950s exemplifies mid-century modern elegance. The sconce features a robust design with materials including lacquered black metal and brass, complemented...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Sculpted Table Lamp by Jack Haywood for Modeline
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Sculpted Table Lamp by Jack Haywood for Modeline

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Sculpted Table Lamp by Jack Haywood for Modeline

$1,295

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Sculpted Table Lamp by Jack Haywood for Modeline

By J & G Haywood

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This striking table lamp by Modeline exemplifies mid-century modern artistry with its sculpted korina wood base and elegant, elongated form. The fluid curves and open design create a...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

1950s Italian Brass & Opaline Glass Bedside Table Lamps
1950s Italian Brass & Opaline Glass Bedside Table Lamps

1950s Italian Brass & Opaline Glass Bedside Table Lamps

$3,800 / set

1950s Italian Brass & Opaline Glass Bedside Table Lamps

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian table lamps dating from the 1950s, characterized by a clean and balanced composition combining brass and opaline glass. Each lamp features a round brass base with a c...

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1950s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Opaline Glass, Wood

Guillerme & Chambron Wall Light in Oak and Glass
Guillerme & Chambron Wall Light in Oak and Glass

Guillerme & Chambron Wall Light in Oak and Glass

$2,200

Guillerme & Chambron Wall Light in Oak and Glass

By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, wall light, oak, glass, 1970s Charming wall light designed by French designers Guillerme and Chambron in the 1970s. The shape and materials m...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Glass, Oak

German Mid-Century Flower "Cocoon" Chandelier by Linus Boop, 1970s
German Mid-Century Flower "Cocoon" Chandelier by Linus Boop, 1970s

German Mid-Century Flower "Cocoon" Chandelier by Linus Boop, 1970s

$4,554

German Mid-Century Flower "Cocoon" Chandelier by Linus Boop, 1970s

By Linus Bopp

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Beauty and pretty Flower German "Cocoon" Chandelier by Boop Leuchten. This Chandelier was designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Germany. Adjustable height up to 125 cm. Origi...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Sconces with Cylindrical Opaline Glass Shades
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Sconces with Cylindrical Opaline Glass Shades

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Sconces with Cylindrical Opaline Glass Shades

$3,700 / set

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Sconces with Cylindrical Opaline Glass Shades

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, featuring a clean geometric construction in brass and white opaline glass. Each fixture is built around a round brass wall plate supporti...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

1950s Italian Brass & Frosted Glass Wall Sconces
1950s Italian Brass & Frosted Glass Wall Sconces

1950s Italian Brass & Frosted Glass Wall Sconces

$3,900 / set

1950s Italian Brass & Frosted Glass Wall Sconces

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, featuring a refined mid-century modern design with a strong architectural character. Each wall lamp combines a round brass wall pl...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass and Opaline Globe Sconces
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass and Opaline Globe Sconces

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass and Opaline Globe Sconces

$2,900 / set

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass and Opaline Globe Sconces

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, combining a sculptural brass structure with spherical opaline glass diffusers in a distinctive mid-century modern design. Each vintage fi...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

1950s Italian Curved Wall Sconces with Opaline Globes and Green Backplates
1950s Italian Curved Wall Sconces with Opaline Globes and Green Backplates

1950s Italian Curved Wall Sconces with Opaline Globes and Green Backplates

$2,900 / set

1950s Italian Curved Wall Sconces with Opaline Globes and Green Backplates

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, defined by a curved black lacquered brass stem, spherical opaline glass diffusers and round green lacquered brass wall plates. The arche...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s

Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s

$5,400

Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and murano-glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. In vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Scattered scuffs, minor abrasio...

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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Iridescent Murano Glass Wall Sconce, 1970s
Italian Mid-Century Iridescent Murano Glass Wall Sconce, 1970s

Italian Mid-Century Iridescent Murano Glass Wall Sconce, 1970s

$1,937

Italian Mid-Century Iridescent Murano Glass Wall Sconce, 1970s

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Stunning and beauty Italian Iridescent Murano glass Wall Sconce. This fixture was designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Italy. This Sconce is equipped with two light sockets ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

Nikolay Diulgheroff for Stilnovo Desk Lamp
Nikolay Diulgheroff for Stilnovo Desk Lamp

Nikolay Diulgheroff for Stilnovo Desk Lamp

$5,450

Nikolay Diulgheroff for Stilnovo Desk Lamp

By Nikolay Diulgheroff, Stilnovo

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Nikolay Diulgheroff for Stilnovo, table lamp, brass, enameled steel, Italy, 1950s A table lamp by Nicolaj Diulgheroff (1901–1982), one of the distinctive figures of Italian Second F...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass, Steel

Mid-Century Green Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Mid-Century Green Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Italy

Mid-Century Green Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Italy

$1,371

Mid-Century Green Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-Century Green Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, 1960s, Italy Very elegant ceiling lamp. Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with 3x E14 standard light bulbs. Wire...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Brass

1950s Italian Mid-Century Wall Sconces with Opaline Glass Globes
1950s Italian Mid-Century Wall Sconces with Opaline Glass Globes

1950s Italian Mid-Century Wall Sconces with Opaline Glass Globes

$3,900 / set

1950s Italian Mid-Century Wall Sconces with Opaline Glass Globes

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, characterized by geometric arms in black lacquered brass, round brass wall plates and spherical opaline glass diffusers. Each opal...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Mid-Century Sculpted Brass Tripod Floor Lamp w/ Side Table by Laurel
Mid-Century Sculpted Brass Tripod Floor Lamp w/ Side Table by Laurel

Mid-Century Sculpted Brass Tripod Floor Lamp w/ Side Table by Laurel

$2,250

Mid-Century Sculpted Brass Tripod Floor Lamp w/ Side Table by Laurel

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dimensions: 60in H x 17.50in W x 17.50in D Table Height: 22.50in Lamp Shade: 13in H x 18in W x 18in D Materials: Walnut Wood, Brass, New Custom Linen Shade ________________________...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Dutch White Reeded Opaline and Brass Pendant Lights
Dutch White Reeded Opaline and Brass Pendant Lights

Dutch White Reeded Opaline and Brass Pendant Lights

$417 / item

Dutch White Reeded Opaline and Brass Pendant Lights

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Dutch opaline glass pendant Brass top 2 meter black wire Weight : 1.85 kg / 4.1 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for inca...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Large Spanish Sunburst Flush Mount in Gilt Metal with support, circa 1950
Large Spanish Sunburst Flush Mount in Gilt Metal with support, circa 1950

Large Spanish Sunburst Flush Mount in Gilt Metal with support, circa 1950

$1,627Sale Price / set|34% Off

Large Spanish Sunburst Flush Mount in Gilt Metal with support, circa 1950

Located in La xara, VC

Large Spanish sunburst light in gilt metal and frosted glass,greeen ; white ; orange........other color Spain, 1950s. Midcentury antique gilt iron frame or pendant with laurel leaf ...

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1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Gold Leaf, Iron

Opal Glass and Solid Wood Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany
Opal Glass and Solid Wood Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany

Opal Glass and Solid Wood Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany

$1,097 / set

Opal Glass and Solid Wood Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Opal Glass and Solid Wood Pair of Sconces, 1960s, Germany This lamp works with E14 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use 110-220V in all countries. Please do not hesitate to ask u...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Glass, Wood

Pair of Cedric Hartman Brass Adjustable Height Floor Lamps Vintage Model 1UWV
Pair of Cedric Hartman Brass Adjustable Height Floor Lamps Vintage Model 1UWV

Pair of Cedric Hartman Brass Adjustable Height Floor Lamps Vintage Model 1UWV

$9,500 / set

Pair of Cedric Hartman Brass Adjustable Height Floor Lamps Vintage Model 1UWV

By Cedric Hartman

Located in Troy, MI

Pair of Cedric Hartman “Low Profile Luminaire” floor lamps Model 1UWV USA circa 1970s All brass examples with adjustable height stem, weighted T base and canopy shade In original p...

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1970s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Pair of Seguso Murano Bullicante Glass Table Lamps, Italy, 1940s
Pair of Seguso Murano Bullicante Glass Table Lamps, Italy, 1940s

Pair of Seguso Murano Bullicante Glass Table Lamps, Italy, 1940s

$2,228 / set

Pair of Seguso Murano Bullicante Glass Table Lamps, Italy, 1940s

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning and unique pair of Seguso table lamps in clear mouth-blown Murano "bullicante" glass and brass, completed with off-white cone-shaped shades. These incredibly elegant lamps w...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Midcentury Pair of Amber Murano Leaf Wall Sconces by Mazzega, 1970s
Italian Midcentury Pair of Amber Murano Leaf Wall Sconces by Mazzega, 1970s

Italian Midcentury Pair of Amber Murano Leaf Wall Sconces by Mazzega, 1970s

$3,411 / set

Italian Midcentury Pair of Amber Murano Leaf Wall Sconces by Mazzega, 1970s

By Mazzega, AVMazzega, Mazzega 1946

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Marvelous, stunning and long pair of Italian amber Murano glass wall sconces from 1970s. These fixtures were made during the 1970s in Italy for the Venice Company “Mazzega”. Each wal...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Blue Glass and Brass Table Lamps
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Blue Glass and Brass Table Lamps

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Blue Glass and Brass Table Lamps

$1,800

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Blue Glass and Brass Table Lamps

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian mid-century table lamps featuring rounded light blue glass bodies, circular brass bases and matching brass details. Their soft spherical form and pale blue color give...

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1980s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Opaline Glass, Wood

Italian Stilnovo Chandelier in Brass, Prismatic Glass in 104cm/40.94in
Italian Stilnovo Chandelier in Brass, Prismatic Glass in 104cm/40.94in

Italian Stilnovo Chandelier in Brass, Prismatic Glass in 104cm/40.94in

$33,000

Italian Stilnovo Chandelier in Brass, Prismatic Glass in 104cm/40.94in

By Stilnovo

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Stilnovo, ceiling light, brass, prismatic glass, Italy, 1950s This elegant Italian chandelier from the 1950s by Stilnovo captures the refinement of mid-century modern design. Its s...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Opaline Glass and Brass Bedside Table Lamps
Pair of 1950s Italian Opaline Glass and Brass Bedside Table Lamps

Pair of 1950s Italian Opaline Glass and Brass Bedside Table Lamps

$1,900

Pair of 1950s Italian Opaline Glass and Brass Bedside Table Lamps

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian table lamps from the 1950s, featuring solid brass bases and tall rectangular shades in white opaline glass. The softly rounded corners of the glass contrast with the ...

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1950s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Opaline Glass, Wood

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Fritte Chamotte Ceramic Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Fritte Chamotte Ceramic Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Fritte Chamotte Ceramic Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s

$3,085

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Fritte Chamotte Ceramic Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Valencia, VC

Rare Mid-Century Modern table lamp from the Fritte series by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, produced in Montelupo Fiorentino, Italy, during the 1960s. The lamp is formed as a compact archi...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware, Glass

French Opaline Glass and Brass Pendant Light
French Opaline Glass and Brass Pendant Light

French Opaline Glass and Brass Pendant Light

$257

French Opaline Glass and Brass Pendant Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French white opaline glass pendant lights 2 meter black cotton flex Weight 0.50 kg / 1.1 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Brass Swing-Arm Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade Danish Mid-Century Modern 1960s
Brass Swing-Arm Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade Danish Mid-Century Modern 1960s

Brass Swing-Arm Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade Danish Mid-Century Modern 1960s

$585

Brass Swing-Arm Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade Danish Mid-Century Modern 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This elegant floor lamp features an adjustable swing arm and a classic pleated shade that casts a warm ambient glow. Crafted with refined lines, it embodies the timeless sophisticati...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

$4,400 / set

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, combining brass, black lacquered metal and white opaline glass in a refined mid-century composition. Each fixture features a large...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Chandelier in Hammered Brass
Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Chandelier in Hammered Brass

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Chandelier in Hammered Brass

$29,700

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Chandelier in Hammered Brass

By Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce, chandelier, model 12369, brass, Italy, circa 1951 Angelo Lelii, the creative mind behind Arredoluce, crafted this chandelier with an organic, flowing sh...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

1970s Orange and Gray Marbled Glass Rondelle Ceiling Light
1970s Orange and Gray Marbled Glass Rondelle Ceiling Light

1970s Orange and Gray Marbled Glass Rondelle Ceiling Light

$485

1970s Orange and Gray Marbled Glass Rondelle Ceiling Light

By Phillips

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wide, shallow bowl-form ceiling flush mount in marbled glass with a striking two-tone pattern that moves from warm amber-orange on one side to cool gray on the other. The glass surfa...

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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass

Josef Frank, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Josef Frank, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s

Josef Frank, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s

$7,800

Josef Frank, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in High Point, NC

A brass, wood and white fabric floor lamp, model Lilla Kamelen, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1970s. In vintage condition, with visible wear consi...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Sculptural Wall Lights in Brass, Green and Opaline Glass
Pair of 1950s Italian Sculptural Wall Lights in Brass, Green and Opaline Glass

Pair of 1950s Italian Sculptural Wall Lights in Brass, Green and Opaline Glass

$2,900 / set

Pair of 1950s Italian Sculptural Wall Lights in Brass, Green and Opaline Glass

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, characterized by a sculptural mid-century composition and a distinctive combination of brass, green lacquer and opaline glass. Ea...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Vintage 1970s "Area" wall lamp, designed by Mario Bellini for Artemide
Vintage 1970s "Area" wall lamp, designed by Mario Bellini for Artemide

Vintage 1970s "Area" wall lamp, designed by Mario Bellini for Artemide

$742 / item

Vintage 1970s "Area" wall lamp, designed by Mario Bellini for Artemide

By Artemide, Mario Bellini

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Wall or ceiling lamp that can also be used as a table lamp, with a white ceramic base and a glass-fiber-reinforced paper shade, designed by Mario Bellini for Artemide, 1970s. 4 lamps...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Ceramic, Paper

Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Light by Taito, Brass & Opaline Glass, 1951
Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Light by Taito, Brass & Opaline Glass, 1951

Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Light by Taito, Brass & Opaline Glass, 1951

$12,800

Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Light by Taito, Brass & Opaline Glass, 1951

By Taito, Paavo Tynell

Located in Vienna, AT

Paavo Tynell Flush Mount by Taito, 1950-1960, stamped (Oy Taito) Rare ceiling light by Paavo Tynell that was produced in small numbers for a specific project. This ever so iconic li...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Murano Glass Pedant Lamp, 1930s, Italy
Art Deco Murano Glass Pedant Lamp, 1930s, Italy

Art Deco Murano Glass Pedant Lamp, 1930s, Italy

$4,114

Art Deco Murano Glass Pedant Lamp, 1930s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Art Deco Murano glass pendant lamp from Italy, 1930s. The lamp is built as a delicate glass flower, with a soft pink central shade surrounded by clear textured glass leaves and curve...

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1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Metal Floor Lamp with Dual Textured Shades Mid-Century Modern 1950s
Metal Floor Lamp with Dual Textured Shades Mid-Century Modern 1950s

Metal Floor Lamp with Dual Textured Shades Mid-Century Modern 1950s

$620

Metal Floor Lamp with Dual Textured Shades Mid-Century Modern 1950s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This striking floor lamp features a slender dark metal stem branching into dual adjustable arms with textured cone shades. It delivers warm directional light while showcasing a disti...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Steel

Barovier Murano Glass and Brass Flower Chandelier, Italy, 1940s
Barovier Murano Glass and Brass Flower Chandelier, Italy, 1940s

Barovier Murano Glass and Brass Flower Chandelier, Italy, 1940s

$1,702

Barovier Murano Glass and Brass Flower Chandelier, Italy, 1940s

By Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning floral chandelier entirely crafted from mouth-blown Murano glass and solid brass. This exceptionally elegant and distinctive piece was produced by the mastery of Barovier in...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Brass Wall Lights V18 by Eje Ahlgren for Bergboms, Sweden 1960s
Mid-Century Brass Wall Lights V18 by Eje Ahlgren for Bergboms, Sweden 1960s

Mid-Century Brass Wall Lights V18 by Eje Ahlgren for Bergboms, Sweden 1960s

$1,828 / set

Mid-Century Brass Wall Lights V18 by Eje Ahlgren for Bergboms, Sweden 1960s

By Eje Ahlgren, Bergboms

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

These mid-century sconces were designed and manufactured in Sweden by Bergboms in the 1960s. The lights feature an elegant combination of polished brass and tall, tapered off-white...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Chandelier in Enamel Metal and Brass Stilnovo Style, Italy 1950s
Midcentury Chandelier in Enamel Metal and Brass Stilnovo Style, Italy 1950s

Midcentury Chandelier in Enamel Metal and Brass Stilnovo Style, Italy 1950s

$4,228

Midcentury Chandelier in Enamel Metal and Brass Stilnovo Style, Italy 1950s

By Arredoluce, Stilnovo

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury amazing three light adjustable chandelier in red, green and yellow enameled metal and brass in the style of Stilnovo. Made in Italy in the 1950s. The chandelier features...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Monumental Chandelier in Lacquered Metal 300 cm/118.11 in.
Mid-Century Monumental Chandelier in Lacquered Metal 300 cm/118.11 in.

Mid-Century Monumental Chandelier in Lacquered Metal 300 cm/118.11 in.

$16,000

Mid-Century Monumental Chandelier in Lacquered Metal 300 cm/118.11 in.

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Chandelier, lacquered metal, brass, the Netherlands, 1960s Monumental, bright and very large chandelier. This light is made in the Netherlands in the 1960s. Designed to provide a br...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Rare Table Lamp with Rotating Shades
Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Rare Table Lamp with Rotating Shades

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Rare Table Lamp with Rotating Shades

$5,800

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Rare Table Lamp with Rotating Shades

By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce, table lamp, model '12398', brass, marble, coated aluminum, Italy, ca. 1952 This rare table lamp is unmistakably characteristic of Angelo Lelii’s invent...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Marble, Aluminum, Brass

Barovier Murano Glass and Brass Flower Chandelier, Italy, 1940s
Barovier Murano Glass and Brass Flower Chandelier, Italy, 1940s

Barovier Murano Glass and Brass Flower Chandelier, Italy, 1940s

$1,828

Barovier Murano Glass and Brass Flower Chandelier, Italy, 1940s

By Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous floral chandelier entirely crafted from mouth-blown Murano glass and solid brass. This incredibly elegant and sculptural piece was produced by the mastery of Barovier in It...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Orange crystal glass and metal florentine ceiling lamp by Banci Firenze, 1960s
Orange crystal glass and metal florentine ceiling lamp by Banci Firenze, 1960s

Orange crystal glass and metal florentine ceiling lamp by Banci Firenze, 1960s

$1,428

Orange crystal glass and metal florentine ceiling lamp by Banci Firenze, 1960s

By Banci Firenze

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Very good condition. Handcrafted in the 1960s in Italy. Fully functional. With six E14 sockets. Works with 220V and 110V. Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to install ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Crystal, Metal

French 1950'S Black Metal Tripod Based Floor Lamp
French 1950'S Black Metal Tripod Based Floor Lamp

French 1950'S Black Metal Tripod Based Floor Lamp

$1,159

French 1950'S Black Metal Tripod Based Floor Lamp

Located in London, GB

French 1950's black metal tripod based floor lamp. Sold rewired, not including shade which is for display. Height top of shade: 164cm Height top of light fitting: 136cm Width: 50...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Italian Pair of Midcentury Amber Murano Glass Pair of Wall Sconces, 1980s
Italian Pair of Midcentury Amber Murano Glass Pair of Wall Sconces, 1980s

Italian Pair of Midcentury Amber Murano Glass Pair of Wall Sconces, 1980s

$3,919 / set

Italian Pair of Midcentury Amber Murano Glass Pair of Wall Sconces, 1980s

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Marvelous and unique Pair of Italian murano glass Wall Sconces from 1970s. These fixtures were designed and munufactured during the 1970s in Italy. Each Wall Sconce is composed by 4...

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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Beautiful Murano Iron Caged clear Bubble Glass Pendant Light 1960s Italy vintage
Beautiful Murano Iron Caged clear Bubble Glass Pendant Light 1960s Italy vintage

Beautiful Murano Iron Caged clear Bubble Glass Pendant Light 1960s Italy vintage

$720

Beautiful Murano Iron Caged clear Bubble Glass Pendant Light 1960s Italy vintage

By Seguso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A spectacular vintage Murano glass pendant chandelier, featuring a hand-blown clear glass bubble enclosed within an elegant decorative metal cage. Created in Italy during the 1960s o...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

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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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