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1950's Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Outdoor Lantern
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1950's Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden vintage outdoor Lantern. DIMENSIONS: Height: 8 in. Width
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Outdoor Porcelain Lamp, 1950's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of porcelain - waterproof - re-polished - fully functional - good, original condition.
Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Rare set of eight 1950's outdoor/indoor sconces ( two are sold )
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare set of nine 1950's outdoor sconces, they can also be indoor , THE PRICE IS FOR ONE PAIR
Category

Vintage 1950s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Lisa Johansson-Pape, 1950's copper outdoor lamp for ORNO
By Orno Oy, Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Illuminate your outdoor spaces with a touch of Scandinavian elegance through Lisa Johansson-Pape's
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

Outdoor Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. The light is fully working and in good vintage
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. The light is fully working and in good vintage
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Steel

Set of Three Rare Outdoor or Garden Lamps by Kaiser Leuchten Germany 1950s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Munich, DE
Set of three exceptional Mid-Century Modern outdoor or garden lights in a lovely combination of red
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Pair of Sizeable Paavo Tynell Outdoor/Indoor Industrial style lamps, Idman 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of sizable industrial style Paavo Tynell outdoor / indoor lamps. These lamps model 2421-2453
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Very rare outdoor copper wall lamp by Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, 1950s
By Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare outdoor wall lamps by Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1950s. These high-quality
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

1950s Large Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Light in Patinated Copper and Amber Glass
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s large Scandinavian outdoor wall light in patinated copper and amber glass. Designer unknown
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

Indoor/Outdoor Hanging Pendant Light Made from Vintage 1950s Japanese Parasol
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
extra-large, water-resistant oil-paper pendants constructed from deadstock 1950s Japanese parasols
Category

2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Lisa Johansson-Papé Outdoor Wall Lamp 140-015 , in Copper and Glass, Orno 1950s
By Orno Oy, Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Helsinki, FI
An outdoor wall lamp designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape and manufactured by Orno Oy, in the 1950s in
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Copper

Outdoor Wall Lamp in Patinated Copper, Made in Denmark 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Outdoor wall lamp in patinated copper, designed and made in Denmark.  
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

Pair of Outdoor Wall Lights, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, 1950s
By Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pair of outdoor wall lights, design by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1950s. Copper
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

Wall Light Indoor or Outdoor Oceanic Aluminum 1950's reclaimed from ship
Located in Crespieres, FR
Beautiful polished cast aluminum wall lights dating from the 1950s. The lights were made by the
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage 1950s Outdoor Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Charming 1950s outdoor pendant in the shape of a candle light within a circle. In a green metal
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1950s Outdoor Pendant
Vintage 1950s Outdoor Pendant
H 18.1 in W 9.8 in D 3.1 in
Philips Outdoor Floor Lamp 1950s
By Philips
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful floor lamp designed in the ambience of the 1950s with the colors soft yellow, green and
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Philips Outdoor Floor Lamp 1950s
Philips Outdoor Floor Lamp 1950s
H 66.93 in Dm 10.24 in
Elegant Pair of 1950 's Copper Outdoor Sconces with Beveled Glass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
beautiful pair of outdoor copper sconces, the patina is really nice, with a beautiful beveled glass.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

Large Mid-Century Modern Outdoor Lamp from Germany, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
inside the hand forged outdoor lamp. Since it is an outdoor lamp, it has been overpainted with black
Category

Vintage 1950s More Lighting

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair of 1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson Cylindrical Outdoor Sconces
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markyard
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of 1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson cylindrical outdoor sconces. Produced by AB in Markaryd, Sweden
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Unusual Italian Mushroom Outdoor Lamp Garden Lamp Unused From The 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and unusual vintage red/white floor lamp, originally made to use outdoor. Made in Italy
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

1950s Large Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Light in Patinated Copper and Glass
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Scandinavian outdoor wall lights in patinated copper and glass. Designer unknown. Executed in
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

1950s Large Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Lights in Patinated Copper and Glass
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Scandinavian outdoor wall lights in patinated copper and glass. Designer unknown. Executed in
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

1950s Large Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Lights in Patinated Copper & Yellow Glass
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Scandinavian outdoor wall lights in patinated copper and yellow glass. Designer unknown
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

1950s Large Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Lights in Patinated Copper and Glass
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Scandinavian outdoor wall lights in patinated copper and glass. Designer unknown. Executed in
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

1950s Large Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Light in Patinated Copper and Amber Glass
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Large Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Light in Patinated Copper and Amber Glass. Designer unknown
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

Pair of small 1950's outdoor sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A cute little pair of 1950's outdoor sconces, perfect for a little bungalow or 1950's style house
Category

Vintage 1950s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Outdoor Porcelain Lamp, 1950's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of porcelain - waterproof - re-polished - fully functional - good, original condition.
Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass, Porcelain

Mid-Century Outdoor Porcelain Lamp, 1950's
Mid-Century Outdoor Porcelain Lamp, 1950's
H 9.45 in W 5.91 in D 6.7 in
Rare Pair of 1950's Brass and Beveled Glass Outdoor Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
unusual for an outdoor sconces.
Category

Vintage 1950s North American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

French Outdoor Lantern, 1950s, Enameled Steel and Glass
By Maison Lunel, Arlus
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare French outdoor lantern from the 1950s. Enameled steel hardware with a conical glass diffuser
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. The light is fully working and in good vintage
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Steel

Rare Pair of 1950s Copper Outdoor Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
own design A rare pair of 1950s copper outdoor or indoor, they can be clean and polished.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Copper

1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Outdoor Sconces
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markyard
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Outdoor Sconces. Produced by AB in Markaryd, Sweden and
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Copper

Pair of 1950s Atomic Outdoor Wall Lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of pivoting 1950s American wall lights with decorative spikes in an aged bronze finish which
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Patinated Copper Outdoor Sconces
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markyard
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of 1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' outdoor sconces. Produced by AB in Markaryd, Sweden and
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Copper

1950s Large Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Light in Patinated Copper and Glass
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 1950s Scandinavian outdoor wall light in patinated copper and glass. Designer unknown
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

1950s Large Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Lights in Patinated Copper and Glass
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Scandinavian outdoor wall lights in patinated copper and glass. Designer unknown. Executed in
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

Wonderful Outdoor Wall Light in Copper by Paavo Tynell for Idman, 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Oslo, NO
Decorative and dreamy outdoor wall lamp in copper. Model '7807'. Designed by Paavo Tynell and
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

Midcentury Copper Outdoor Wall Sconce in the Style of Gunnar Asplund, 1950s
By Gunnar Asplund
Located in Esbjerg, DK
resting shade in amber orange blister glass. It was made in Scandinavia during the 1950s or 60s possibly
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

Four Modern Outdoor Wall Scones by Gunnar Asplund for Asea, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Asplund, ASEA
Located in Stockholm, SE
Four midcentury wall scones of Gunnar Asplund in metal and glass for ASEA. These lamps features a large clear glass shade with bubbles, resting on a frame of painted metal holding th...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Outdoor Wall Lamps in Patinated Copper by Lyfa, 1950s
By Lyfa
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of outdoor / indoor wall lamps in patinated copper designed and made by Lyfa.   
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

Mid-Century Copper Outdoor Wall Sconce attributed to Gunnar Asplund, 1950s
By Gunnar Asplund
Located in Esbjerg, DK
resting shade in amber orange blister glass. It was made in Sweden during the 1950s or 60s by ASEA
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

1950's Sputnik " Red Globe " Attention Getter Fixture
By National Outdoor Display of Memphis Tn.
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare 1950's Sputnik " Red Globe " fixture. It was used as a " Attention Getter" in front of the
Category

Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

1950's Outdoor or Indoor Aluminum Wall Light Swan Neck Wall Bracket x6
Located in Crespieres, FR
1950's reclaimed aluminum waterproof light with a swan neck wall bracket. This lamp is from Glasgow
Category

Vintage 1950s British Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

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1950s Outdoor Lighting For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of 1950s outdoor lighting you’re looking for. An item from our selection of 1950s outdoor lighting — often made from metal, glass and copper — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of 1950s outdoor lighting — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of 1950s outdoor lighting is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of 1950s outdoor lighting over the years, but those crafted by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markyard and Nordlux are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a 1950s Outdoor Lighting?

The average selling price for a piece of 1950s outdoor lighting at 1stDibs is $2,233, while they’re typically $395 on the low end and $10,850 for the highest priced.

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.

Questions About 1950s Outdoor Lighting
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Outdoor lights can also be called landscape lights or sconces. Outdoor lights come in all shapes and sizes and are a great way to highlight your home’s architectural features or shrubbery. You’ll find a variety of outdoor lighting from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best outdoor light is a matter of preference, depending on the requirement and area to be covered. When shopping for outdoor lighting solutions for your home, think about durability — buy fixtures that will last — and consider eco-friendly options. Good outdoor lighting will increase your property value, offer a sense of security, and best of all, encourage you and your family to enjoy and make use of your outdoor space. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary outdoor lighting from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best outdoor light is a matter of preference, depending on the requirement and area to be covered. There are spotlights, flood lights, up/downlights, step lights, garden lights, bollard lights, string lights and much more. On 1stDibs, you can find a large range of outdoor lighting options for all your illumination needs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some 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, 2024
    The 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best type of outdoor lighting is really a matter of preference. When considering the best outdoor lights for your space, opt for a waterproof model with a material that can withstand the elements. Shop beautiful exterior lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s 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 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There 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, 2023
    In 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, 2023
    In 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

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