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Mid-Century Modern Lighting

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by 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
Exceptional Pair of Kalmar 'Tulipan' Wall Sconces, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
An exceptional 'Tulipan' pair by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in 20th century, circa 1970, (late 1960s-early 1970s). With beautiful Murano Tulipan shaped blown bubble g...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

1 of the 2 Kalmar Square Flush Mounts/Wall Lights Murano Glass, Austria, 1960s
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...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Several Green Hand Blown Flush Mounts, Sconces from 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...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Steel, Chrome

1 of the 2 Huge Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
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...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Crystal, Brass

Textured Ice glass Gold Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970s
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...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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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...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Brass

1 of the 3 Pairs of Pagoda Brass and Glass Sconces Wall Lights by Kalmar, Vienna
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...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Kalmar "Palazzo" Brass and Glass Flush Mount, Austria, 1970s
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...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Crystal, 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 ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Brass

1 of the 2 Exceptional Huge Glass Flush Mount /Chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
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...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

1 of the 2 Huge Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
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...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Pair of Textured Ice Glass Gold Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970s
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...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Gold

Pair of Kalmar Leaf Sconces, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of  of Kalmar leaf sconces. Brass center with two panels of glass surrounding both sides. Thick glass with opaque lines in leaf pattern. Minimalistic design executed with a tas...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Large J.T. Kalmar Glass Ceiling Light, 1950s
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...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Steel, Nickel

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 ...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

J.T Kalmar Mid Century Brass Dome Ceiling Light Semi Flush Mount, Austria
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,...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

J.T. Kalmar Flush Mount, circa 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant glass and brass flush mount by J.T. Kalmar, circa 1960. The glass dome is heavily textured on both sides creating the signature Kalmar "water ripple...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass, Steel

Kalmar Donut Sconce or Ceiling Lamp, Austria 1970s
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...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Aluminum, Chrome

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 ...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Midcentury Height Adjustable Counterweight Pendant Lamp By 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.
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

2 Big Table Lamps "Rebhuhn" by J.T. Kalmar around 1940s
Located in Wien, AT
2 Big Table Lamps "Rebhuhn" by J.T. Kalmar around 1940s Polished and stove enameled The fabric shade are replaced ( new )
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1940s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Vintage Large Wall Lamps Kalmar Franken KG, Model Citrus 1960s
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Vintage Large Wall Lamps Kalmar Franken KG, Model Citrus 1960s Discover the charm of the 60s with this authentic set of Citrus wall lamps from Kalmar Franken. This unique set, made...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

Pair of Kalmar Donut Sconces or Ceiling Lamps, Austria 1970s
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...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Kalmar Hanging Lamp Murano Glass Vintage Design 1960s, Austria
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...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Glass

1 of the 2 Pairs of Large Tulipan Wall Lamps or Sconces by J.T. Kalmar 'H 21.2'
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the  2 pairs unique large and elegant 'Tulipan' glass wall sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or-early 1970s). Tulip sha...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass

1 of 4 Textured Wave Glass Wall Lights by Kalmar Leuchten, 1970s
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...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Glass

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...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Stainless Steel, 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...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

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...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Clear and Orange/Amber Angled Glass Tubes Chandelier 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...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid Century Modern Chandelier "Tulipan" 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...
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

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...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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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...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

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...
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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...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Steel, Metal

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...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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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 ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass, Steel

1 of the 2 Large Murano Glass Fazzoletto Pendant Light by J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
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 ...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

A pair of J.T. Kalmar Leaf Sconces, 1960s
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...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

Pair Citrus Swirl Clear Glass Wall Lights or Sconces from J.T. Kalmar, 1969
Located in Rijssen, NL
Kalmar swirl sconces wall lights with clear citrus shaped glass, designed and manufactured in Austria, Europe by J.T. Kalmar/Kalmar Lighting in around 1969. Beautiful, thick textured...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Brass

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...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Mid Century Modern Kalmar Iceicle Chandelier
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 ...
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Chrome

Mid Century Large Kalmar Ice Glass Flush-Mount or Wall light , Austria 1960s
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 ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Brass

1 of the 3 Pairs Brass and Hand Blown Murano Glass Wall Lights by J.T. Kalmar, 1
Located in Rijssen, NL
High-end wall sconces made of blown clear and opal Murano glass on a brass hardware. Designed and produced by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in the 1960s. Minimalistic design executed with a t...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Rectangular Wave Glass and Brass Wall Lights by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
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...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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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...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

Pair of two Large Kalmar Ice Glass Flush-Mount or Wall lights, Austria 1960s
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...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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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 ...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

1 of 3 Ice Glass Pendant Lights by J.T. Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant modern pendant lights, manufactured by Kalmar, Austria in the 1970s.  High end simplistic design. Each light has brass sockets and one layer of extremely stylis...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

1 of the 3 Square Glass and Brass Light Fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Austria
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the three light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1960. Each square wall light has a square brass back plate with a square milkglass on top. The...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian 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,...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass, Steel

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 ...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

J.T. Kalmer Frosted Glass wall lamp 1960s Austria
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
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Glass

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 ...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Citrus Swirl Smoked Glass Wall Lights or Sconces from J.T. Kalmar, 1968
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...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Bedside Lamps Table Lamps Pair Duo Kalmar 1950s
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...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

1 of the 2 Glass and Brass Light Fixture Designed by J.T Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
A stunning light fixture designed by J.T Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria in the 1960s. High-end handmade design from the 20th century. The three large rectangles of w...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Bernard Schottlander, Mantis Floor Lamp, model BS1B, J T Kalmar, 1950s original
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Original vintage Mantis floor light, model BS1B, designed by Bernard Schottlander and manufactured by J T Kalman, Vienna, circa 1956 Black enamelled aluminium shade on a white ename...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Aluminum, Steel

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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