Rare "Parachute" prototype lamps by Marc Lepage for Knoll
By Marc Lepage, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
An exceptionally rare pair of prototype "Parachute" floor lamps designed by Marc Lepage for Knoll, circa 1972.
Steel
"Formland 3" Table Lamp by Leif Alring & Sidse Werner for Fog&Mørup, Denmark
By Sidse Werner, Fog & Mørup, Fog and Morup, Leif Alring
Located in Mortsel, BE
This striking lamp in a cheerful yellow hue brings a vibrant touch to any space while embodying the designers' inspiration from the art of parachuting.
Metal
$5,854 / item
Parachute L8 Pendant Lamp by Euroluce Lampadari
Located in Geneve, CH
Parachute L8 Pendant Lamp by Euroluce Lampadari Dimensions: Ø 90 x H 73 cm.
Metal
Erik Gunnar Asplund 'Parachute' Ceiling Lamp in Glass and Steel, 1950s
By Ateljé Lyktan, Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Prague, New Town
'Parachute' ceiling lamp, model '6022', designed by Erik Gunnar Asplund in the 1920s.
Steel
Unavailable
H 14 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
Unrestored American Art Deco Chrome and Painted Novelty Parachute Jumper Lamp
By Premium Products
Located in Port Hope, ON
We have left this delightful American Art Deco "Novelty Parachute Jumper Lamp" in its unrestored state as it just looks so great.
Metal, Chrome
Brass parachute lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Whimsical brass table lamp in the form of a parachute in descent.
Sold
H 19 in W 6.25 in D 6.25 in
Stylish & Unique Pair of Italian Black Lacquered Cube Lamps by Bicchielli, Italy
Located in San Francisco, CA
A stylish and unique pair of Italian 1970s black lacquered and brass cube lamps with parachute shades; by Bicchielli, Florence, Italy; each cube lamp with brass band supporting a cas...
Amelia Erhardt Parachute Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
This is an unusual and rare lamp, depicting Amelia Earhart underneath a parachute of stars standing on top of the world.
Metal
Parachute Floor Lamp by Marc Lepage
By Marc Lepage
Located in Hudson, NY
Inflatable floor lamp made of parachute material with internal fan to pump up the material to extend the shade fully.
Art Deco "Novelty Parachute Jumper Lamp" by Premium Products
By Premium Products
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This great girl was made by the Premium Products Company, the same makers of the iconic cobalt blue glass airplane lamp and zeppelin clock. She is in a cast metal, in original paint....
Metal
Bec Brittain 'Angela 1', Lacquered Black Aluminum Dynamic Parachute Floor Lamp
By Bec Brittain
Located in New York, NY
From acclaimed lighting designer Bec Brittain, a new series of dynamic, whimsical lighting forms that mimic the rhythm of flowers in the wind. Taking cues from the movement of inf...
Aluminum, Brass, Metallic Thread
American Art Deco Chrome & Brass Novelty Parachute Jumper Lamp.
By Premium Products
Located in Port Hope, ON
This delightful American Art Deco "Novelty Parachute Jumper Lamp" is often mistakenly called the Amelia Earhart lamp and although they are very similar in design and both feature fem...
Chrome, Brass
$5,501
H 47.64 in Dm 16.54 in
Lisa Johansson-Papé Ceiling Pendant 61-347 Glass, Brass & Gray Paint, Orno 1950s
By Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
This UFO like shaped lamp was quite popular in Finland in the 1950s, and still is. today. It is found in public buildings as in private residences. This lamp is stamped twice, on th...
Brass, Metal
Ceiling Lamp Designed by Gunnar Asplund, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Asplund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling lamp model 6022 designed by Gunnar Asplund for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Sweden, 1950/60s Green lacquered metal suspension with shade in matt opal glass. The model was or...
Steel
$43,765
H 37.8 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Early Ceiling Lamp in Glass and Copper Shade by Poul Henningsen, 1920's
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Early Ceiling Lamp in Nickel-Plated Bayonet Socket Housing and Canopy, Porcelain Socket, Glass and Copper Shade by Poul Henningsen, 1920's Additional Information: Material: Nickel-p...
Copper
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 22N Table Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
Akari Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi are considered icons of 1950s modern design. Designed by Noguchi beginning in 1951 and handmade for a half century by the original manufacture...
Bamboo, Paper
Rare Parachute Suspension Light by Erik Gunnar Asplund
By Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare parachute suspension light by Erik Gunnar Asplund. Designed and manufactured in Sweden, circa mid-1920s to mid-1930s. Enameled metal armature and chain, brushed satin glass diff...
Metal
$43,765
H 31.5 in Dm 19.69 in
PH-5 Ceiling Lamp in Chrome, Lacquer & Metal by Poul Henningsen, 1927-1928
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This very rare and early ceiling lamp, model PH-5/5, designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark, is a seminal piece in the history of modern lighting design...
Chrome, Metal
$1,932
H 63.78 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Mario Bellini for Artemide “Area 160” Large Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970s
By Artemide, Mario Bellini
Located in Roma, IT
Magnificent and iconic "Area 160" floor lamp, designed by Mario Bellini and produced by Artemide in the 1970s. The lamp is signed on the bottom. Fully original and in amazing condit...
Metal
Rare Jo Hammerborg / Fog & Mørup Table Lamp Model Senior
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass / teak base fitted with 2 E27 sockets up to 60W each double glass shade green and white. Designed by Hammerborg model „Senior“ E7163/1 and produced by Fog & Mørup Denmark, 1960...
Brass
Isamu Noguchi Akari Table Lamp Ya2 1990s Production
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Isamu Noguchi Akari table lamp model YA2, early 1990s production, from an estate in DC. I.Noguchi stamped shade, along with Moon and Sun logo and Japan underneath, US wired 1...
Steel
Deadstock President Lamp Jo Hammerborg Fog & Morup, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Fog and Morup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Mortsel, BE
Presenting the epitome of Danish design from the 1960s, the 'President' lamp designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup is a true gem that exudes timeless elegance. Crafted with m...
Brass
$2,273 / item
H 13.39 in Dm 20.08 in
Original Midcentury JH 604 Pendant Lamp by Hans Wegner for Louis Poulsen, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Louis Poulsen
Located in München, BY
Rare, original Mid-Century Modern JH 604 pendant lamp with pulley. Designed by Hans Wegner, 1962. Manufactured by Louis Poulsen, 1960s, Denmark. Marked with makers mark. A total of ...
Aluminum, Metal
Midcentury Modern Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant white lacquered brass ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell, with a streamlined shade perforated with small holes. The underside of the lamp has a glass shade that covers the light so...
Brass
Vintage Akari 4N Light Sculpture Lamp by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Chalk Hill, PA
Vintage Akari 4N light sculpture lamp by Isamu Noguchi. Late 20th century "Gemini" model. Shade is in overall good vintage condition with aging spots throughout. The Akari lamps prov...
Metal
$4,528
H 31.5 in Dm 15.75 in
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Light, Chromed Metal, Painted Shade, & Opaline Glass, 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A Minimalist Mid-Century Modern lamp by Paavo Tynell produced by Idman in the 1950s. The lamp features a chromed body with a bell-shaped opaline glass shade topped by a greysh green ...
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Mid-Century Modern 70XL Pendant Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp, model 70XL, designed by Isamu Noguchi. Manufactured by Ozeki & Company Ltd. (Japan.) Bamboo ribbing structure covered by washi paper manufactured according to the ...
Metal
Paavo Tynell, Pendant Light, Glass, Chrome, Finland, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome-plated metal and glass pendant light, model 1607, designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito, Finland, c. 1930s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (...
Chrome
$682
H 10 in W 10 in D 5 in
J.T. Kalmar Midcentury Brass Wall Light, Sconce, Brass Pins, 1950s, Austria
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
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...
Brass
Pair of Richard Meier for Swid Powell Silver Plate Post-Modern Bowls
By Richard Meier, Swid Powell
Located in Dallas, TX
A refined matched pair of silver-plated postmodern bowls designed by celebrated architect Richard Meier for Swid Powell, New York, circa 1980s. Executed with Meier’s signature archit...
Silver Plate
$1,125
H 16.93 in W 22.05 in D 10.24 in
Black 20th century design low sofa table att. to Mathieu Matégot circa 1960
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Attributed to Mathieu Matégot 20th century design black metal low sofa table Very good condition Black painting and brass foot base Height 43 cm Longer 56 cm Large 26 cm
Metal
$2,614 / item
H 33.47 in Dm 55.12 in
Elegant Black and Brass Adjustable Three-Arm Triennale Style Chandelier
By Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Black and brass adjustable three-arm Triennale style chandelier. Please note price listed is for one chandelier. Superb classy variation of the mid-century iconic three-arm chandeli...
Brass
$8,800 / set
H 29 in Dm 36 in
John Risley Sculptural Patio Set with Two Lady Chairs and Wire Tulip Table 1960s
By John Risley
Located in Dallas, TX
Two solid steel lady chairs by mid-century sculptor John Risley (1919-2002). Handmade in his studio in Middletown, Ct circa 1960. Freshly powder-coated in a Calder red finish and r...
Steel
Red "Equator" Pendant Lamp by Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This striking red “Equator” pendant lamp was produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s and is a distinctive example of Scandinavian mid-century lighting design. Its sculptu...
Aluminum
Rene Lalique Opalescent Glass Blue Stained Formose Vase
By René Lalique
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Rene Lalique opalescent glass Formose vase. Blue stained details. This pattern features exotic fish. The name Formose refers to the old European name for Taiwan. Engraved makers mark...
Glass
Italian Art Deco Chair in Walnut with Ladder Backrest
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chair, walnut, fabric, Italy, 1930s This elegant chair, crafted in Tuscany, Italy, during the 1930s, showcases the timeless beauty and craftsmanship of the period. Made from rich wa...
Fabric, Walnut
$3,295
H 34.5 in W 51 in D 22.88 in
Widdicomb Antique French Regency Louis XVI Green Lacquered Dresser Chest
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique French Regency Louis XVI style four-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Widdicomb USA, Circa 1920s Green lacquered carved mahogany, with original brass hardwa...
Brass
$2,455
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 15.75 in
A Mid-Century Modern Cabinet, in Style of Jean Prouvé, Sweden c. 1950s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A Mid Century Modern Cabinet, in the Style of Jean Prouvé, Sweden, 1950s A Swedish cabinet produced in the 1950s. Executed in wood with a restrained and functional design, defined b...
Wood
French Brutalist Dining Table in Solid Wood
By Pierre Chapo, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This striking French Brutalist dining table, crafted in the 1950s, is a masterful study of form and function. The monolithic construction and bold architectural lines are enhanced by...
Mahogany
$4,450
H 29 in W 77.5 in D 18.75 in
American Modernist 9-Drawer Dresser Sideboard in Rosewood w. Chrome Legs
Located in Kensington, MD
+ Form and function marry happily in this long, beautiful dresser + 9 deep drawer (3 lowest ones being even deeper) provide plenty of storage for one fashionista or to be shared by...
Chrome
$18,500 / set
H 32 in W 146 in D 40 in
Sofa DS-600 by Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, De Sede, 1972, Switzerland
By Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger
Located in Dallas, TX
Iconic DS-600 “Non-Stop” modular sofa, designed in 1972 by Eleonore Peduzzi-Riva, Ueli Berger, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede, Switzerland. One of the most recognizable and ...
Velvet
Pair of Table Lamps by Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa
Located in Dallas, TX
This timeless design was first introduced in 1954, designed by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte. The Tris table lamps are constructed of a solid chromed brass stem, two frosted glass s...
Brass, Chrome
Mid-Century Live Edge Side Table, Solid Wood, Sculptural Legs
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Side table from the Netherlands embodies the organic modernism of George Nakashima's design philosophy. Crafted from solid wood, the piece features a live edge top that preserves the...
Wood
18th Century Pair English Blue And White Delft Plates
By Delft
Located in Basildon, GB
18th Century Pair English Blue And White Delft Plates, circa 1770, depicting scene of a lady on a bank pointing to a ruined arch with a shepherd with staff by her side.
Delft
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.
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