1950s Lamps Set
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Plastic
Vintage 1950s Table Lamps
Crystal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Murano Glass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Plaster
Vintage 1950s Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Bakelite
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Nickel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Enamel
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Stoneware, Ceramic, Pottery
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Metal, Aluminum
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Marble, Brass, Iron
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
Vintage 1950s Czech Bauhaus Table Lamps
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Crystal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Plastic, Wood
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1950s Slovak Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Aluminum, Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Murano Glass
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Fabric, Cord, Teak
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Glass
Mid-20th Century Czech Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic, Plastic
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Travertine, Bronze, Steel
Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass, Metal
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Steel
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Leather
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Finding the Right lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is 1950s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 20241950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
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Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room
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