Vintage Chandelier Used
20th Century French Vintage Chandelier Used
Crystal, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1960s German Space Age Vintage Chandelier Used
Metal, Chrome
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Metal
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1980s Dutch Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1980s Dutch Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1980s Dutch Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Gold Plate, Brass
1990s American Edwardian Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Rococo Revival Vintage Chandelier Used
Bronze
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Chandelier Used
Diamond, Platinum
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Chrome
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Chandelier Used
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Rope, Teak
20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Vintage Chandelier Used
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, Silver
1990s American Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Gold Plate, Brass
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Metal, Enamel
1990s Swedish Vintage Chandelier Used
Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Nickel
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Metal
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Metal
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1950s Vintage Chandelier Used
Iron
Mid-20th Century Austrian Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandelier Used
Crystal, Brass
1990s Spanish Art Nouveau Vintage Chandelier Used
Alabaster
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Chandelier Used
Metal
20th Century Danish Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Copper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1960s Italian Vintage Chandelier Used
1970s European Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Murano Glass
1970s European Vintage Chandelier Used
Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Aluminum, Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Stainless Steel, Chrome
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Chandelier Used
Chrome
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Nickel
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
20th Century Belgian Brutalist Vintage Chandelier Used
Wrought Iron
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Glass
1980s Belgian Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Brass
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Chandelier Used
Metal
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Glass, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Chrome
1960s French Belle Époque Vintage Chandelier Used
Crystal, Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Chandelier Used
Metal
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Used
Glass, Plexiglass
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Chandelier Used
Bronze
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023What you can use in place of a chandelier depends on your goals for a given space. If you want to provide overhead illumination, try a pendant light, an island light, string lights, an arched floor lamp, a ceiling light or recessed lighting. To add interest to the ceiling, use mobile art pieces or hanging planters. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of light fixtures.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One way to spot an authentic vintage chandelier is to check the materials used, which will be either brass, bronze or copper. The drops also were usually faceted on both sides as opposed to modern day chandeliers that have one faceted side and one smooth side. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic vintage chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How do I use vintage hair combs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use vintage hair combs, turn the comb upside-down so that the teeth point upward. Sweep back the section of hair that you wish to pin using a comb. Then, hold your hair in place with one hand and guide the teeth of the comb into the section. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage hair combs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022While a vintage copper kettle may look great for your décor, it may be harmful to use if it doesn’t have a protective lining. Most copper items these days have a thin lining of stainless steel to make them safe to use. You can shop a range of antique and vintage copper cookware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How to use a vintage wine opener depends on its design. Many vintage openers feature a two-prong design. The prongs slide down on either side of the cork. Then, you wiggle the opener back and forth while pulling upward to lift it out. On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage wine openers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022If your vintage Polaroid camera is still in working order, you can absolutely still use it. The one thing to check is whether the compatible film is readily available. If it is, then point and click away! You can find a selection of vintage polaroid cameras from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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