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
- 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
Creator: J.T. Kalmar
Kalmar Flush Mount Light Model 'Corina', Gold Gilt Brass and Clear Glass, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A rare and very exclusive Hollywood regency Mid-Century Modern flush mount light fixture model 'Corina' by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late ...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Pair of J.T. Kalmar Frosted Glass Panel Wall Lights Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant modernist wall lights with ice glass panels on a nickel plated frame.
Designed and manufactured by J.T. Kalmar in Vienna, Austria in the 1960s. The lights illuminate very be...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Austrian Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp Mod. 2097 Pelikan by J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
This rare Austrian Midcentury height adjustable brass floor lamp model 'Pelikan' (engl. 'Pelican') no. 2097 was designed and manufactured by J.T. Kalmar Vienna.
The light is document...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Ceiling Light, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Impressive J.T. Kalmar ceiling light from the 1950s. A large textured glass disc is surrounded by pentagonal texturde glass elements held by nickeled brass elements. Eight original n...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel, Nickel
Kalmar 'Tulipan' Light Fixture, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
An exceptional 'Tulipan' flushmount chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in the midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s-early 1970s). With beautiful Murano Tulipan sha...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Kalmar Catena Murano Glass Chrome Chandelier, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A fantastic Kalmar chandelier model "Catena" by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1970s. These lights are handmade high quality pieces. Made of large hand-molded Murano glass...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Large White Milk Glass Flush Mount by J.T. Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Large beautiful flush mount by J.T Kalmar. Manufactured in Austria, Europe, around 1970. Very elegant shape in white opaline glass.
The fixture shows a brass detail in the middle of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Opaline Glass
1 of the 2 Kalmar Square Flush Mounts/Wall Lights Murano Glass, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 high-end square flush mount ceiling light with brass back plate and hand blown Murano glass in ice melted shape by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s. High quality of materials. Illum...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Several Green Hand Blown Flush Mounts, Sconces from J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
This glass wall sconces or ceiling lights executed in hand blown green and clear Murano glass and chrome hardware are produced by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, in the 1960s. Illuminates beau...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1 of the 8 of Large Tulipan Wall Lamps or Sconces by J.T. Kalmar 'H 21.2', 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 8 unique elegant 'Tulipan' glass wall sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s-early 1970s). With tulip shaped hand blown ...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
1 of the 2 Huge Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass 'Palazzo' light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1970 (late 1960s and early 19...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
One of Two J.T. Kalmar Franken Brown and Clear Flush Mounts Wall Lights, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 flush mounts /wall lights, gorgeous and stylish, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria, 1960s. With a handcrafted thick ice glass plate attached to the center. With bras...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Textured Ice Glass Gold Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s).
This wall light features lights m...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Gold
Textured Ice glass Gold Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s).
This wall light features lights m...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1 of the 3 Pairs of Pagoda Brass and Glass Sconces Wall Lights by Kalmar, Vienna
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Mid Century Modern vintage glass brass pair of Pagoda sconces by Kalmar, circa 1969, Austria Vienna.
Each sconce shows ten exceptional pagoda shaped glasses mounted on a brass frame...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
J.T Kalmar Square Brass & Textured Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Introducing a charming Mid-Century flush mount or ceiling lamp. Crafted with a square lampshade from textured melting glass, reminiscent of ice, and adorned with a brass knob in the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
1 of the 2 Exceptional Huge Glass Flush Mount /Chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 exceptional, huge, clean and modern ballroom flush mount by J.T. Kalmar Leuchten from the 1960s. The chandelier consists layers with several hand blown textured glass shad...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 Huge Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass 'Palazzo' light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1970 (late 1960s and early 19...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Kalmar "Palazzo" Brass and Glass Flush Mount, Austria, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Stunning high quality and handmade gilt brass light fixture / flush mount made by Kalmar in Austria. This model "Palazzo" was manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Polished brilliant crysta...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Ice Glass Flush Light by J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Wonderful ice glass ceiling lamp from the 1960s.
The beautifully formed Murano glass elements create an impressive, sparkling play of light.
Very high-quality workmanship and a real ...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
J.T Kalmar Mid Century Brass Dome Ceiling Light Semi Flush Mount, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Perfectly preserved vintage Up-light flush mount for J.T Kalmar (design Walter Orleth), Austria, circa 1970- Two lights available, priced per piece
Dimensions are 23.62" in diameter,...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Donut Sconce or Ceiling Lamp, Austria 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, BY
Stunning sconce or ceiling lamp from the 1970s by J.T. Kalmar, Austria.
Made from a chrome plated metal bracket, which holds a donut shaped glass shade with enclosed bubbles.
The p...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Beautiful Large Kalmar Tulipan Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Imposing chandelier manufactured by Kalmar in Vienna in the 1960s.
Brass frame white enameled with 31 handblown art glass balls. Fitted with nine E14 sockets up to 40 W, it can be u...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Lighting Chandelier Glass Ice First Chrome Structure, Austria, 1970
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Exceptional JT Kalmar chandelier with large ice frost glass with chrome structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the Austrian Design .
This uniq...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Austrian Midcentury Pair of Murano "Florian" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and stunning Austrian Pair of Mid-Century "Kalmar" Large Wall Sconces, model "Florian" 4402.06.50. These Sconces were desifned and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by ...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Height Adjustable Counterweight Pendant Lamp By Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A height adjustable brass counter balance pendant lamp by J.T. Kalmar manufactured in midcentury in 1950. Fitted with three E27 sockets.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Kalmar Donut Sconces or Ceiling Lamps, Austria 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, BY
Stunning pair of sconces or ceiling lamps from the 1970s by J.T. Kalmar, Austria.
Made from a chrome plated metal bracket, which holds a donut shaped glass shade with enclosed bubbl...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Large 10-Arm Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Brass and Textured Pressed Glass, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A beautiful and large 10-armed light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (late 1950s to early 1960s).
It consists of a frame made of solid, poli...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Mid-century modern chandelier ice glass from J.T. Kalmar 18 lights Austria
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Timeless & stunning! This 18 light J.T. Kalmar design chandelier, crafted in 1960 in Austria by Kalmar. This exquisite piece features a sleek chrome frame adorned with 21 large mesme...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
J. T. Kalmar Midcentury Brass & Textured Glass Chandelier, Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Presenting a charming petite brass chandelier by J.T. Kalmar of Vienna, Austria, crafted in the 1950s. This beautiful piece features three elegantly spoon-shaped, textured glass lamp...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Hanging Lamp Murano Glass Vintage Design 1960s, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Discover the unique charm of the Kalmar hanging lamp, an authentic piece of design history from the 1960s. This heavy hanging lamp was designed by JT Kalmar in Austria and combines c...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
1 of 4 Textured Wave Glass Wall Lights by Kalmar Leuchten, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar Leuchten, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s).
This wall light features...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
Large Murano Glass Beige Flower Chandelier by Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Mid century brass chandelier in the shape of a flower by J.T. Kalmar, Austria around 1970.
Illuminates beautifully.
Designed and executed by Kalmar Vienna in the 1970s. The white/ye...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Josef Frank J.T. Kalmar Brass & Leather Desk Table Lamp, 1950s, Austria
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Important 1950s desk lamp, designed by Josef Frank and manufactured by J.T. Kalmar in the Viennese Modern Age era. The light is made of massive brass in very elegant shape and high q...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Chandelier "Tulipan" By J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Houston, TX
Crafted in Austria during the 1960s, the "Tulipan" chandelier by J.T. Kalmar embodies the essence of mid-century modern design with exquisite craftsmanship and refined aesthetics. It...
Category
20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Floor Lamp 'Dornstab' No. 2076 by J.T. Kalmar, Patinated Brass Wood Cane, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A gorgeous floor lamp by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (1950s or 1960s).
The light is documented in the Kalmar catalogues from 1952 as well as ...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
J.T. Kalmer Frosted Glass wall lamp 1960s Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Thick frosted Glass Wall lamp . Two small E14 bulbs
needed . very good condition .
Manufactured by J.T. Kalmer Austria .1960s
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
J.T. Kalmar Midcentury Brass Wall Light, Sconce, Brass Pins, 1950s, Austria
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful Modernist wall sconces made by J. T. Kalmar in the 1950s. The light is made of polished brass and the lampshades are made of acrylic glass. The faceted acrylic glass provid...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Brass Walnut Textured Glass, 1950s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A six-arm chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, manufacured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (1950s or early 1960s).
The fixture is made of a nice mixture of materials: textured clear glass ...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Clear and Orange/Amber Angled Glass Tubes Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A stunning and high quality masterpiece chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Germany, 1970. It features 25 Murano blown art angled glass tubes on a white colored metal structure. Chrome-plated...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Large Modern Three-Tiered Brass Ice Glass Chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
This modern brass brushed chandeliers, manufactured by Kalmar Austria in the 1970s, have eight E27 sockets and three layers of 28 textured solid ice glass sheets dangling from it. Th...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Glass and Brass Light Fixtures Designed by J.T Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
A stunning pair of light fixtures designed by J.T Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria in the 1960s.
High-end and handmade design from the 20th century. The large squares ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Steel
One of Four Large Modern Brass Ice Glass Wall Lights by J. T. Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the four high-ended structured glass wall sconces by Kalmar, designed by J.T. Kalmar and produced by Kalmar Franken, Austria, manufactured in circa 1970, (late 1960s and early...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1 of the 3 Pairs of Large Kalmar Wall Sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of elegant modern high-end large brass wall lights or sconces, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1970s. Lovely design, executed to a very high standard. Each wall ligh...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel, Metal
1 of the 2 Large Murano Glass Fazzoletto Pendant Light by J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Large beautiful pendant light by J.T Kalmar. Manufactured in Austria, Europe, around 1970 (late 1960s, early 1970s). The Italian murano glass is hand blown.
The white opaque glass ...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
A pair of J.T. Kalmar Leaf Sconces, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of J.T. Kalmar leaf sconces. Chrome center with two panels of glass surrounding both sides. White back plate.
Thick glass with opaque lines in leaf pattern.
Minimalistic desi...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1 of the 3 Pairs Handmade Brass and Glass Wall Lights or Sconces by J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Large amount of wall lights by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1960. The wall lights are handmade and high end. Each wall light has a half round wave textured gla...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Glass Tulipan Flush Mount J.T. Kalmar 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage flush mount or chandelier Tulipan from brass and glass by Kalmar Austria, Vienna, 1960s.
An amazing and delicate flush mount or chandelier with forty ( 40 ...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Large Kalmar Ice Glass Flush-Mount or Wall light , Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century large Kalmar Ice Glass Flush-Mount or Wall light, Austria 1960s
This is a Mid-century ceiling lamp or wall light made by Kalmar in Austria during the 1960s. The lamp is ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
2 Big Kalmar wall lamps with textured glass vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
2 Big Kalmar wall lamps with textured glass vienna around 1950s
Original condition
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Modern Kalmar Iceicle Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Houston, TX
The 1960s Mid-century modern Kalmar Iceicle chandelier embodies the essence of sleek sophistication and timeless elegance. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it features a ...
Category
20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Rectangular Wave Glass and Brass Wall Lights by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Wave glass rectangular fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1960. The glass shows a beautiful wave texture, which gives a diffuse light effect and a nice p...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Steel
Massive Glass Wall Light Fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
Clean lines to complement all decors. A wonderful high-end J.T. Kalmar wall light fixture with thick textured blown glass giving the piece a heavy ice appearance which refracts the l...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Bedside Lamps Table Lamps Pair Duo Kalmar 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass vintage Mid Century Modern pair of table lamps or bedside lamps by J.T. Kalmar with beautiful lush Josef Frank design fabric by Svenskt Tenn.
An amazing and playful pair of be...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of two Large Kalmar Ice Glass Flush-Mount or Wall lights, Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of two Large Kalmar Ice Glass Flush-Mount or Wall lights, Austria 1960s
This is a beautiful set of two large ceiling lamps or wall lights made by Kalmar in Austria during the 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Kalmar Ice Glass Wall Sconces 3 Tiers by J.T. Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant modern ice glass and brass wall lights / sconces, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1970s.
Lovely design, executed to a very high standard. Each wall ...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
One of Three Ice Glass Pendant Lights from J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the three ice glass pendant lights designed by J.T Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria in the 1960s.
Stunning design, each pendant has four large squares of white,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Steel
Citrus Swirl Smoked Glass Wall Lights or Sconces from J.T. Kalmar, 1968
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Kalmar swirl sconces wall lights with smoked citrus shaped glass, designed and manufactured in Austria, Europe by J.T. Kalmar/Kalmar Lighting in around 1969. Beautiful, thick texture...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-century Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern lighting>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, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects 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 North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include J.T. Kalmar, Fabio Ltd, Glashütte Limburg, and Kalmar Lighting. 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 $45 and tops out at $355,000 while the average work can sell for $2,150.
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