Chain Of Office
Antique 19th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
Mid-20th Century Indian French Provincial Indian Rugs
Wool
2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1950s English Nautical Objects
Brass
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Steel, Chrome
2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Aluminum
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Steel, Chrome
20th Century American Brutalist Floor Lamps
Iron
2010s Spanish Table Lamps
Iron
2010s Spanish Floor Lamps
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Industrial Floor Lamps
Iron
2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Iron
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Marble, Stone, Brass
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1940s English Industrial Wall Clocks
Steel
Mid-20th Century Floor Lamps
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary British Chandeliers and Pendants
Rock Crystal, Bronze
Early 20th Century Chinese Tribal Mounted Objects
Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century Maps
Paper
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Chrome
Antique 19th Century Maps
Paper
2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal
2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Mid-20th Century Floor Lamps
Iron
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps
Iron
Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Floor Lamps
Brass, Iron
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal
Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Aluminum
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Metal
2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Gold
20th Century American Modern Collectibles and Curiosities
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Other Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Floor Lamps
Iron
Mid-20th Century Floor Lamps
Iron
Antique 1860s Russian Figurative Sculptures
Silver
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Stainless Steel
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal
Antique 19th Century Unknown Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s French Floor Lamps
Iron, Wrought Iron
Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Floor Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century Industrial Floor Lamps
Iron
Antique 19th Century English Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Silver, Steel
2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Ceramic, Jute
Vintage 1950s French Table Lamps
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal
Vintage 1970s French Floor Lamps
Iron
2010s American Organic Modern Mounted Objects
Ceramic, Stoneware
Antique Early 1900s Animal Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Late 20th Century Bohemian Natural Specimens
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Bronze
Antique 19th Century German Country Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron
2010s Mexican Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1960s Belgian American Craftsman Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron, Pewter
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Finding the Right chandeliers-pendant-lights 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.
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Office chairs should have armrests to support forearms and relieve strain on your shoulders and wrists.
- What is the best office chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are many kinds of office chairs -- it's really a matter of preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Modern, vintage, and antique office chairs suited towards your preferences
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The most comfortable office chair is one that helps you sit at your desk comfortably, without harming your posture or causing back and joint pains. An uncomfortable office chair can lead to multiple problems such as lower back injuries and muscular strains. Hence, it is wise to choose the most comfortable option for your office chair. Shop a range of antique and vintage office chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A tennis chain is called a tennis chain due to the history of tennis bracelets. The name comes from an incident involving tennis player Chris Evert. In 1978, at the US Open, she lost a diamond-set link bracelet during a match and asked the officials to pause the action while she looked for it. People have referred to bracelets and chains of a similar style by the term "tennis" ever since. On 1stDibs, explore a range of tennis chains.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, a curb chain is not the same as a Miami Cuban chain. A curb chain is thinner and flatter than a Miami Cuban chain, which is rounder, bolder and thicker. Miami Cuban chain links are also more closely linked to one another. You’ll find a selection of both curb and Miami Cuban chains on 1stDibs.
- What is a guard chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Guard chains are durable long chains that have a decorative clip on one end. You can use the clip as a clasp to keep the necklace in place.
- What is a foxtail chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A foxtail chain is a specific pattern of chain link where two rows of flat oval links face into each other at a 45 degree angle.
- What is a book chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A book chain is a type of antique Victorian jewelry designed for lockets, cameos, chains, and necklaces. Each link in a book chain is a rectangular folded piece of metal that resembles a book and is made of solid gold or sterling silver. During the late Art Deco era of the 1930s and 1940s, book chain jewelry was popular during the Victorian jewelry resurgence (“Victorian Revival”). Shop for vintage jewelry from all over the world on 1stDibs.
- What is a cable chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A cable chain is a style of chain with symmetrical uniform links attached to each other. They are used to hang pendants and are often round in style. Find a variety of cable chains and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is a Cuban chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Cuban chain refers to a type of jewelry design, which interlocks either round or oval gold rings together making a sleek unison pattern. This pattern interlocks all of the round or oval rings together which will lay flat on your chest or wrist. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Cuban chain jewelry.
- What is a chain bracelet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Chain bracelets are constructed by joining links together to form a band with a clasp fastening. Preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of the Prehistoric era likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. This style of bracelet is typically made of gold or silver. Find a collection of antique and vintage style chain bracelets on 1stDibs today.
- What is an Albert chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021An Albert chain is a watch chain that traditionally has a bar on one end that is used to attach the chain to a vest buttonhole. The chain's other end has a small swivel clasp that can be attached to a pocket watch. It's named after a type of watch chain worn by Prince Albert during the Victorian era. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Albert watch chains.
- What is a body chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A body chain is an accessory made of metal that is meant to be worn around the body. Typically, body chains are worn across one's chest, back or around one's hips.
- What is a Rolo Chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Also known as belcher chains, rolo chains are round, inter-connected links. The outer edges of the chains are typically rounded and the inside is usually flat.
- What is a mariner chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A mariner chain is sometimes referred to as an anchor chain and is considered the strongest type of chain. Each oval link is the same size and has a middle bar that provides additional strength to the link. They are arranged in a typical horizontal fashion. Find vintage and contemporary mariner chains from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is a double chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The double chain stitch is a version of the chain stitch in which two stitches are worked side by side and interlocked. The double chain is made by bringing the needle out at point A and then inserting it at point B. At point C, the needle is released, leaving an open chain stitch.
- What is a tennis chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A tennis chain refers to the types of necklaces often worn by tennis players. The term itself dates back to the 1980s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary tennis chains and bracelets from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a wheat chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A wheat chain is a piece of jewelry created with four strands of twisted oval links. It is also called the Spiga chain. The links in a wheat chain are woven together which creates a gorgeous and eye-catching chain. Shop a range of antique wheat chains on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A high back office chair has a tall backrest to provide support to both your back and neck. It helps minimize the risk of chronic neck and back problems. These chairs also come with wheels attached for ease of mobility. Shop a range of antique and vintage high back office chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A good office chair should be comfortable with a high back, armrests and cushioned seating. Many leather office chairs can be called the best by different people depending on what appeals to them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather office chairs.
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