Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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 legendary 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.
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
Semi Flush Mount in Hand Carved Terra Onyx, Piedra Lighting Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Our Piedra lighting takes its inspiration from the stone masks of the ancient civilization of Teotihuacán. Carved in the Mexican city of Tecali which means ‘stone house’ in Nahuatl the fixtures draw on the clean lines, defined angles, and streamlined silhouettes that epitomize the pre-Colombian stone masks. Sculpted from carefully chosen marble or onyx, each piece reflects the unique character of the individual stone from which it is formed.*
Wall or ceiling mount; hardwired, requires professional installation.
Single socket for type A bulb up to 60w.
Tala, Porcelain II LED bulb included.
UL listed.
Brass hardware (standard) or brushed nickel hardware (upon request).
Also available in milk onyx...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Onyx
Pair of Vistosi Disc Wall Sconces, circa 1970
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Pair of extra-large wall sconces by Vistosi Murano, in amber/pink tones. The glass discs are handmade with a white opaque centre covered with an amber/pink clear glass. Each sconce n...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Clio wall sconces designed by Sergio Mazza for Artemide, 1963 Italy
By Sergio Mazza
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Set of 4 Clio wall sconces designed by Sergio Mazza for Artemide in the 1963, frosted glass lampshade , structure in nickel-plated brass, each lamp superimposed 2 light points that emit a warm and soft light. mounts E 27 bulbs.
Excellent conditions, electric plant revised, perfectly working.
Sergio Mazza is an Italian designer born in 1931 in Milan.In 1955 he began his professional career and from 1961 he worked alongside G. Gramigna in the Smc studio, working in the field of furniture and industrial design.
Among the various awards received, we remember the report at the Compasso d'Oro 1960 for the Delta lamp by Artemide and the silver medal for the Italian Apartment at the X Triennale in Milan.
From 1967 he began to design also for Olivari, signing the handles Macco, until the model Giuliana, with Gramigna, of 1987. In the field of publishing, always with Gramigna, he directed the magazine "Ottagono" from its foundation until 1988.
For all the iconic pieces of Italian design follow our gallery SECONDA GIOVINEZZA.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Peill & Putzler Large Pair of 1970s Smoked Glass Biomorphic Wall Sconces Lights
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Midcentury pair of 32cm diameter flush mount wall lights or sconces by Peill & Putzler in the 1970s. This is an absolutely classic piece of German design, featuring a smoked toned co...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Large folding wall light René Mathieu Ed. Maison Lunel, Paris, France circa 1950
By Rene Mathieu, Lunel
Located in Paris, FR
Large foldable and swiveling wall light by René Mathieu for Lunel. Double star-perforated sheet metal shade in matte yellow enamel and white interior, original paint. The shade is ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel, Metal, Sheet Metal, Enamel
1 of the 2 Extra Large Massive Glass Brass Flush Mounts in the Style of Kalmar
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 unique large and elegant glass flush mounts in the style of J.T. Kalmar, manufactured in the 20th century, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). Wonderful high-end light...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of amber Murano Sconces, Italy
By Barovier
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Mid-Century-Modern Murano glass and brass sconces, Barovier & Toso style, Italy, 1980s.
Two pairs of sconces available. Priced and sold by pair.
Each sconce has a Murano glas...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1 of 7 Wonderful Crystal Sconces by Kinkeldey, Germany, 1970s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning golden sconces with crystal glasses, made by Kinkeldey, Germany, circa 1970-1979. It’s composed of crystal glass pieces on a gilded brass frame.
From the series: Classic
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Large Floral Crystal & Brass Flush Mount Chandelier by Emil Stejnar attr., 1950s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant large flush mount with small glass flowers on a brass frame. Chandelier illuminates beautifully and offers a lot of light. Gem from the time. With this light you make a clear...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of French Sconces by Arlus
Located in Miami, FL
Very elegant pair of gold color hand sconces by Arlus with white glass shades coming from an apartment in Paris fully furnished with furniture and items designed by the most known ...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze
J.T. Kalmar 21" Square Modernist Textured Glass Flush Mount, Austria 1974
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant large square mid-century ceiling lamp 'Heidelberg 52' executed 1974 by Kalmar, Vienna in Austria. To use as a ceiling light but also as a wall sconce. Made of solid textured ...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel
Stunning Petite Glass Flower Wall /Flush Mount Light by E.Palme, Germany, 1970s
By Ernst Palme
Located in Aachen, NRW
Petite midcentury flush mount light or wall sconce with 13 Murano glass flowers over a polished brass base, made by Ernst Palme in Germany, 1970s
Wonderful light effect.
High quali...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Square Flush Mount or Wall Sconce
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Blown Murano glass flush mount or wall sconce.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Murano Glass Flushmount Light
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Murano glass flushmount light.
Measures:
Diameter 40 cm.
Height 15 cm.
Three E27 bulbs.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large 1980s Kalmar Style Pyramid Murano Glass & Brass Flush Mount Light Fixture
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Vintage Mid-Century Modern pyramid shaped glass flush mount light fixture attributed to German manufacturer Hillebrand, circa 1980.This vintage ceiling lamp, often mistakenly attribu...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Limburg Large Midcentury Vintage 1970s Textured Amber Toned Ice Glass Flushmount
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
One of a pair of large 40 cm (16 inch) flush mount light fixtures by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1970s. Featuring a wonderful mouth blown, molded and textured champagne colored / amber ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of French Wall Sconces by Diderot, circa 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Two patinas brass with glass shades pair of sconces by Diderot.
Priced by pair.
Max wattage: 75w/bulb.
Backplate: 4" x 1.5".
US wired and in working condition.
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1960 Germany Kaiser Wall Sconce Amber Murano Glass & Brass, Set of 2
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant pair of wall sconces with thick amber Murano glass elements on a brass frame. Manufactured by Kaiser Lighting, Germany in the 1960s.
Design: Carlo Nason attr.
Maker: Mazze...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Tyringe Kunsthantverk Flushmounts, Sweden, 1975
Located in Bronx, NY
Flushmounts by Swedish Kunsthantverk from circa 1975 in exceptional great condition, detailed crystal glass shade on a copper-plated metal frame holding two European candelabra socke...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Copper
Pair of Guillemard Mermaids Sconces
By E. Guillemard
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Guillemard sconces signed and numbered. Figuring a mermaid. One light, 40 watt max bulb
US rewired and in working condition
custom backplate upon request.
Have a look ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Large Flush Mount Glass Pendant of Wall Lights by N Leuchten, 1960s
Located in London, GB
One of eight flush mount pendants or wall lights in pressed glass with a typical 1960's abstract motive hold by a black metal frame with brass details, by N Leuchten...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal
Italian Murano Floral Flush Mount Ceiling or Wall Lamp by Barovier & Toso, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Ceiling or wall lamp in the style of a flower basket, manufactured by Barovier & Toso in Murano/ Italy in the 1960s.
Murano glass clear blossoms with transparent points on the fix...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Large Coach Lanterns Wall Lights Flush Mounts, 19th
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful pair of 19th coach lanterns - wall lights fixtures.
Germany.
Lamp sockets: 1.
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass, Copper
Modern Midcentury Pair of Brass and Gold Mercurised Glass Sconces Wall Lights
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
These sconces are very elegant with their brass frame and mercurised Murano glass globes. These globes are reflecting like mirrors in a silver and gold tone when light is switched of...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Limburg Iron and Glass Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Limburg flush mount. Circa 1960s. Illuminates beautifully with iron circles inlaid in thick glass. This gorgeous design is based on the traditional church window patterns in European...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Pair of Maria Theresa Sconces Crystal Design, 1950s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of Maria Theresa sconces crystal design, 1950s.
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal
1 of 2 Large Wall Sconce Flush Mount, Koch & Lowy by Peill & Putzler, Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special round biomorphic smoked glass wall sconce or flush mount designed by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s.
High quality and in very good...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Smoked Glass
Pair of Atelier Petitot Torchieres,
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of signed Atelier Petitot sconces, from an Avignon chateau.
High quality bronze
Priced by pair.
US rewired and in working condition
Measures: Back plate: 3.5" diameter.
...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Murano Hand Blown Clear Glass Sea Shell Sconces, Italy, 1960
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of sea shell form wall lights, produced in Italy, in textured glass, affixed against a chrome base, circa 1960s.
An iconic design from the 1960s and still relevant today.
Good ...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Pair of submerged Sconces Charming Blue Murano Glass Giovanni Dalla Fina 1960s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Pair of submerged Sconces Charming Blue Murano Glass Giovanni Dalla Fina 1960s.
These exquisite sconces, crafted in the 1960s by the renowned Italian artist and glassmaker Giovanni D...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Set of Five Mid-Century Modernist Sconce or Flush Mount by J.T Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Almelo, NL
This set of five Mid-Century Modernist sconces or wall ceiling flush mounts was designed by J.T Kalmar in Vienna Austria 1960s. It features a brass frame and frosted curved cut-glass...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Quarto Wall Sconces by Tobia Scarpa for Flos in Nickel and Lucite, 1970s
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Large half bowl wall sconces designed by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, in nickel-plated steel and Lucite lens reflector. Six available.
Avantgarden Ltd. cultivates unexpected and exceptional lighting, furniture and design. To view items in person please visit our showroom in Pound Ridge...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Cut Steel, Nickel
Pair of 1950s Italian Articulated Wall Lights by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
A pair of 1950s Italian adjustable wall lights by Stilnovo.
A third light of the same design is available with a red lacquered finish, which could be re-sprayed to make a set of thr...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
italian Glass wall scones attributed to Max Ingrand
By Max Ingrand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pair of midcentury glass wall sconce attributed to Max Ingrand.
Maurice Max-Ingrand, better known as Max Ingrand (20 December 1908, Bressuire – 25 August 1969, Paris) was a French a...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Italian Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Barovier & Toso, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of charming Murano glass sconces with brass fittings.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of 3 Cup Wall Lights by Stiilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Painted aluminum, brass. Classic Stilnovo forms comprised of painted metal cups & polished brass stylized supports. Each sconce has 9 x E12, (candelabra) sockets concealed inside of ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Long Ice Glass Vanity Sconce on a Chrome Frame by Hillebrand, Germany
By Hillebrand
Located in London, GB
Long, slim ice glass sconce by Hillebrand, Germany, 1960s.
Curved glass shade of bubbled and textured glass over a silver-coloured chrome back plate. White switch to one side. In t...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Large Amber Bubble Glass Sconce style Helena Tynell, Limburg, Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful golden wall light, from Limburg Glashütte, Germany, circa 1960-1970. Smoked bubble glasses on a golden brass base.
Heavy quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Bronze Sconces in the Leleu Style, 2 Pairs Available
By Jules Leleu
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French bronze sconces in the Leleu style, circa 1950.
2-light, 40 watts max bulb.
US rewired.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
CP1 Sconce by Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One original CP1 Sconce by Charlotte Perriand. Designed and manufactured in France, circa 1960s. Enameled aluminum. Rewired for U.S. standards. Adjustable r...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
Thick Cube Glass & Chrome Pair of Sconces by Peill & Putzler, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Thick cube glass & chrome pair of sconces by Peill & Putzler, 1970s, Germany
Elegant rare high quality wall lamps.
Lamps are in very good vintage condition.
Wear consistent wi...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Italian Murano gold flecked Clam Shell Wall Lights
Located in London, GB
Contemporary textured subtle gold and clear Murano glass 'clam shell' wall lights with gold fitting and decorative finial detailing. Exudes warm gol...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Parscot Wall Lights, 1970
By Parscot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great pair of understated French wall lights by Parscot, in black enameled metal with adjustable cylinders on ball joints with chrome accents, wired for US standards, one E27 socket,...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1970s Vintage German Peill & Putzler Calyx Murano Glass Wall Sconce or Light
Located in London, GB
A single 1970s German wall sconce manufactured by Peill and Putzler. The thick Murano glass shade is secured onto the gold tinted metal frame with a lacquered black metal fitting whi...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass, Chrome
Pair of Kinkeldey Wall Sconces Frosted Glass Balls & Brass, Germany 1960s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant pair of wall lights with frosted glass balls with golden knobs on a brass frame. The lights illuminate beautifully. Gem from the time. A real eye-catcher even unlit.
The ma...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Set of two CP1 wall lights by Charlotte Perriand for Steph Simon, France 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare set of two CP1 wall lights by Charlotte Perriand for Steph Simon, France 1970s. These wall scones features the original black lacquer and are both presented in its good and orig...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Set of Two Carlo Nason Wall Appliques in Murano Glass for Mazzega, Italy 1970s
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Hellouw, NL
As a descendant of a family that has specialized in making Murano glass for generations, it was Carlo Nason who changed his course in relation to his relatives. While father Vincenzo...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Louis Sognot Original 1950's French Rattan Wall Sconces, Pair
By Louis Sognot
Located in East Hampton, NY
These wall sconces made of several bamboo stalks and rattan are assembled vertically by links in bamboo thread. Shade has NEW parchment paper and structure is all vintage and authen...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Parchment Paper, Rattan, Bamboo
Vinatge Hand Painted Ceramic Ceiling Lamp, circa 1980
Located in Barcelona, ES
Antique ceramic ceiling lamp.
By unknown manufacturer, made in circa 1950.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Mater...
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1980s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ceramic
Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative ceiling light in opaline glass with chrome metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...
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1950s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
sexy French mid century sconces ( matching chandelier )
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sexy French pair of 1950's sconces, we have the matching light ( not included ), we could add a back plate to fit an American electric box
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of Torpedo Murano Glass Sconces by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Very rare Mid-Century Modern Space Age Pair of triple model gellule torpedo wall lamps lights lightning sconces by Carlo Nason for the manufacture Mazzega, blown white smoke Murano g...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of Amazing Italian Sconces or Wall Lights by Banci Florence, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing Pair of Italian vintage 5-light sconces by Banci, manufactured by Banci Firenze in 1970s
Gilt metal structure decorated with 5 arms ending with candle holders. Blue and ...
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
American Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of 5-armed brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in the US, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.25” H x 15” W x 9” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Sconce with Sunny Yellow Pleated Shades 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage brass sconce or wall light with new sunny yellow pleated lamp shades, 1950s Italy.
A charming sconce or wall light from solid brass with cute loops and an ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modernist Omnidirectional Swing Arm Sconces in Polished Chrome
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern omnidirectional swing arm sconces were realized in Italy circa 1970. They feature an austere and graphic silhouette featuring a strip of poli...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Set of Two Carlo Nason Opalescent Wall Appliques in Murano, Italy 1970s
By Carlo Nason
Located in Hellouw, NL
Nason was the only designer at the helm of Mazzega in the 1970s and 1980s. He is responsible for a wide range of designs of course all made the always beautiful Murano glass. The vas...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Wall Applique by Guy Bareff in Terracotta and Grog Clay, France 1970s
By Guy Bareff
Located in Hellouw, NL
This Guy Bareff wall applique is a stunning fusion of artistry and functionality.
Design
Crafted from terracotta and grog clay, this masterpiece boasts a square silhouette adorned ...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
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Mid-century Modern wall lights and sconces for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern wall lights and sconces 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 wall lights and sconces created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, mirrors, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern wall lights and sconces 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 wall lights and sconces, popular names associated with this style include J.T. Kalmar, Glashütte Limburg, Kalmar Lighting, and Serge Mouille. 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 wall lights and sconces differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $65 and tops out at $119,007 while the average work can sell for $1,956.
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