Candle Holder Chandeliers
Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Candle Lamps
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candelabras
Bronze
Vintage 1960s Mexican Candle Holders
Giltwood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Candelabras
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras
Iron
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Candelabras
Brass, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras
Metal, Wrought Iron
20th Century European Arts and Crafts Candle Lamps
Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Metal, Brass, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass
Antique Early 1900s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal
20th Century American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Art Glass
Early 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Marble
Vintage 1940s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Silver
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Chandeliers and Pendants
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Wood
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Enamel
Antique 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Wrought Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Brass, Iron
Antique 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Carrara Marble, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Bronze
20th Century European Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal
Antique 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron
Early 20th Century French Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Gold Leaf
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1940s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Wrought Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Brass
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chandeliers and Pendants
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Bronze
Antique 19th Century English Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Glass
Vintage 1930s Austrian Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century Vatican Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Iron
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Giltwood
Antique Early 19th Century German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
20th Century Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Belle Époque Chandeliers and Pendants
Rock Crystal, Wrought Iron
2010s Italian Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants
Blown Glass
Antique 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Alabaster, Ormolu
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Finding the Right Chandeliers and Pendants for You
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique and vintage chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina (note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too), with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier.
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged. Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes. Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room. With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs.
- Do chandeliers have candles?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No chandeliers do not have candles but the chandelier evolved from the candelabra, which used candles as their light source. Some chandeliers have light fixtures that are designed to look very much like candles while others have moved in a modern direction and look nothing like their candelabra predecessor. Shop a collection of chandeliers and candelabras from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Hurricane candle holders are glass cylindrical domes which go around a candle to protect the flame from getting doused. These candle holders can also be attached to the wall as a hurricane shade.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023How tall a candle holder should be depends on the size of the candle you’re using and the overall look of the room. Compared to a candle, a holder should be at least as tall. When choosing candle holders, choose ones that won’t obscure the view. For example, lower candlesticks and candelabras work best on dining tables because they allow you to see the person across from you. On 1stDibs, find a range of candle holders.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023The difference between a candlestick and a candle holder is specificity. A candlestick is a tall turned decorative object typically used to display taper candles. Any object made specifically to hold candles is a candle holder. Candlesticks are candle holders, but there are other kinds, including tall shades called hurricanes and small cylindrical containers called votive cups. Shop an assortment of candle holders on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What vintage candle holders are called depends on their design. Narrow tall ones designed for tapers are candlesticks, while multi-armed taper holders are candelabra. Small holders are votive or tealight holders or cups depending on their dimensions. Find a selection of vintage candle holders on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What glass candle holders are called depends on their design. Curvy clear glass shades used to cover pillar candles are hurricanes, while smaller glass holders with closed bottoms are votive or tealight cups. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique and vintage glass candle holders.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One of the most common candle holders in use during Medieval times was the simple candlestick. Today, antique candlesticks are sought after by art collectors and interior designers alike for their stylish versatility. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of antique and contemporary candlesticks from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Some of the most common types of candle holders include candlesticks, candelabras, hurricanes and votive cups. A candlestick is a column-like holder for tapers, while a candelabra is a multi-armed taper holder with a single candlestick-like body. Hurricanes are tall round shades designed for pillar candles, and a votive cup is a small cylindrical holder for a votive candle or tealight. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of candle holders.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023You can use a variety of materials instead of a candle holder to serve the purpose of an actual candle holder. Put pillar and votive candles on decorative plates or trays, or rest them on a decorative tile, coaster or wood slice. You can drop votives and tealights in shallow bowls, clay pots, wine glasses and other vessels. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of decorative accents.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What the candle holders in churches are called depends on the design. Column-like holders for single tapers are candlesticks, while multi-branched holders for tapers are candelabras. Small candle holders used for memorial candles are votive holders. Find a collection of candle holders on 1stDibs.
- Do pillar candles need a holder?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because pillar candle holders burn into themselves, they do not need a candle holder. But it makes sense to have a pillar plate at least to prevent wax residue from ending up on your furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023What tall candle holders are called varies. Holders intended for pillar candles are hurricanes and are often made of glass. Tall wood or metal candle holders for one taper are candlesticks, while ones with multiple arms that accommodate more than one taper are candelabras. On 1stDibs, find a collection of candle holders.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A wall-mounted candle holder is called a candle sconce or a wall sconce. Sconces come in a variety of colors and shapes, sure to suit any decor style. You’ll find a wide range of candle sconces in a variety of decor styles on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A candle holder with multiple arms is called a candelabra or candelabrum. A candelabra or candelabrum is highly regarded as a decorative object and the classic, dramatic form of this type of candle holder is still an inspiration for lighting designers today. Shop a collection of antique and vintage candelabras from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To tell if a candle holder is solid antique brass, you can try placing a magnet on it. Brass is not magnetic, so if there is any attraction, the piece is unlikely to be solid brass. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of candle holders.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023What an old-fashioned candle holder is called depends on its design. A tall holder meant for a single taper candle is a candlestick, while taper holders with arms that branch off a central column are candelabras. Shop a range of candle holders on 1stDibs.
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