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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Large Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Brass Pendant Kitchen Task Lamp Light
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Large French Coolie Milk Glass Pendant Light – A
A larger than standard glass coolie pendant light. The conical milk glass shade has been hand spun from opaque glass. The light has ...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair Antique Copper Arts & Crafts Holophane Stiletto Glass Pendant Light, c.1910
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
A striking pair of Holophane 'Stiletto' pendants lights with copper galleries. c.1910.
Crisp prismatic glass shades bearing the Holophane stamp to the rim. Incredibly elegant hand c...
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1910s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
French Pink Cranberry Crystal Flowers Murano Glass Chandelier, circa 1920
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing five-lights, bobéches in crystal. Adoring 3 tiers of macaroni crystal swags with Murano coloured drop flowers and single drops. Rare color, it is a mix between pink and light...
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1920s French Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Fontana Arte Glass and Brass Chandelier, 1940s
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant Italian glass and brass chandelier, attributed to Fontana Arte, from the 1940s. Large curved glass disc with etched decorations and a smaller grid-textured curved glass diffu...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Great Art Deco Bronze Chandelier / Pendant Light w. Five Unique Alabaster Shades
Located in Lisse, NL
* Note I, Our pricing reflects the free shipping, rarity, craftsmanship, and pristine condition of this piece. Automated estimates on the platform may not accurately reflect these factors.
* Note II, that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secure, and reliable delivery. This allows us to provide the best possible service and care for your purchase.
*Note III, We are pleased to inform you that this shipment to the United States are free from import duties and tariffs
Striking and exclusive 1920s ceiling fixture...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Sisal and Walnut Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very good vinta...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Walnut
Large Art Déco Pendant Light with marbled glass, 1920s - 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Large pendant lamp from the 1920s-1930s with a marbled glass shade and cable suspension in good condition. The beige glass shade has a curved shape with radial stripes at the bottom ...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Birdcage Hanging Lamp With Iridescent Flowers 1950s
By Palwa
Located in Hannover, DE
I'm so excited to show you this stunning hanging lamp with a birdcage design that's absolutely charming! It is decorated with lovely, colorful glass blossoms and green leaves that re...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Italian vintage Murano chandelier - 52 CARAMEL glass petals
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 52 glass petals (CARAMEL and white “lattimo”) in a chrome frame.
Period: late XX century
Dimensions:55,10 inches (140 cm) height with c...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Cloud Pendant Lamp
By Stillux
Located in Milan, IT
Designed with ethereal grace in mind, this pendant lamp inspired by fleeting clouds is a luminous work of art sure to imbue interiors with unprecedented sophistication. The indirect ...
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$1,403 / item
Original XXL rattan ball pendant lamp Mid Century Modern Ø 66 cm 26"
Located in München, DE
Beautiful, rare, huge, spherical Mid-Century Modern rattan pendant lamp.
Typical high-quality 1950s design.
Very good vintage condition, with no damage to the rattan weave. The weave...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rattan
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pendant / Chandelier ”Carolin” Brass, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wonderful pendant lamp 'Carolin' model T549/3 designed 1963 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for his own company in Markaryd, Sweden. A brass frame with a redressed original shade in off-white...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge Foliage Floral Flush Mount Light Fixture in Polychromed Iron, 47 in
Located in Barcelona, ES
Monumental Multicolor Rosebush Tree Ceiling Flush Mount, Polychrome Iron, Italy, 1950s-1960s.
One of a kind Extra large size (46,8 in x 47,2 in ) polychromed iron foliage flower bush...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Iron
Rare Pair of Antique Planished Brass Arts & Crafts Glass Wall Lamps, c.1910
Located in London, GB
An exceptional pair of early 20th-century brass Arts & Crafts wall lamps, c.1910.
Expertly handcrafted from solid brass with a beautifully planished (hammered) finish. These lamps e...
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1920s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rare Pendant Lamp attributed to Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce, 1950s
By Arredoluce
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This rare pendant lamp, attributed to the renowned Italian manufacturer Arredoluce in the 1950s, is an exceptional example of mid-century Italian design. The lamp features a softly g...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Opal Glass Pendant Lamp by Aloys Gangkofner for Peill and Putzler, 1950s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant pendant lamp was designed by Aloys Gangkofner for Peill & Putzler in the 1950s. The piece features a spherical shade crafted from opal glass with a subtle vertical ribbe...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass
Exceptional Mid-Century Teardrop Glass Chandelier by BD Lumica, Barcelona, 1970s
By BD Lumica
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Marvelous, unique and exceptional large midcentury Spanish chandelier, crafted during the 1970s by BD Lumica, Barcelona.
BD Lumica was a prestigious Spanish company, based in Barcelona, producing high quality and design lighting.
This chandelier features 600 teardrop glasses...
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1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass and Acrylic Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant Mid-Century ceiling lamp from Germany, dating back to the 1950s, showcases the timeless aesthetic of the era. The lamp features a beautifully sculpted brass fixture with...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Markaryd Six-Arm Chandelier from Brass Glass, 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
Large 27.55" diameter Hans-Agne Jakobsson six-arm chandelier from brass glass, circa 1960- very good condition, marked Hans-Agne-Jakobsson, Markaryd
Mid-sized brass frame chandelier...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Barovier & Toso chandelier gold Glass Murano , Italy 1960
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional attr Barovier & Toso wall lighting glass Murano with brass structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the italian Design.
Beautiful u...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$1,090 Sale Price
20% Off
Hans Bergström Bird Cage Ceiling Lamp Lacquered Metal, Brass, 1940
Located in Vienna, AT
Pendant Lamp by Hans Bergström, decorated with birds in Brass,
by Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden (labeled on the inside of the textile screen)
This light rarely pops up in the retail market...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
White Metal Hanging Lamp by Thorsten Orrling for Temde, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant white metal hanging lamp was designed by Thorsten Orrling for Temde in the 1960s and reflects the timeless aesthetic of mid-century Scandinavian lighting design. The lam...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
"Black and White" Pendant Lamp by Castiglioni Brothers for Flos, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This “Black and White” pendant lamp was designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos in the 1960s and remains a striking example of their visionary approach to lighting ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large Leather and Vellum Italian Chandelier, Max Ingrand, Italy 1940s
By Max Ingrand
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful chandelier crafted from a captivating combination of parchment with beautiful knotted hemp details, completed by a rope cord. This stunning organic piece was made in Italy ...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Leather, Rope, Hemp
French Emerald Green Flower Crystal Prisms Maison Baguès Style Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
French Emerald Green Flower Crystal Prisms Maison Baguès Style Chandelier, 1950s
Beautiful french chandelier of the mid-century, made o...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Iron
Mazzega Pendant with Glass Murano Bicolore XXL , Italy, 1970
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional XXL Mazzega pendant, bicolore of glass Murano with structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the Italian Design. This unique Mazzega ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
$749 Sale Price
20% Off
Max Ingrand. "Dhalia" style chandelier by Fontana Arte, Italy, 1950s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
"Dhalia" style pendant lamp in the style of Max Ingrand's designs for Fontana Arte, Italy, 1960s. This chandelier is composed by 6 arms in the form of a chandelier with 6 pieces of M...
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1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Scandinavian Outdoor Porch Ceiling Light, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Sculptural and decorative ceiling lamp with a hand-blown amber glass shade, softly textured to diffuse light with a warm, atmospheric glow. Surrounding the glass is an embossed and p...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Teak, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and incised white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.75" Height x 14.0" Diameter
Stem Length (inches)...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Diabolo Brass Hanging Lamp, 1950s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This stunning Italian hanging lamp from the 1950s features a distinctive Diabolo shape, showcasing a beautiful polished brass design. With its conical form, this piece epitomizes mid...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and yellow glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 30.0" Height x 8.5" Diameter
Stem Length (inches): 15.75"
Dimensions...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Elegant Murano pink Poliedri Chandelier - Carlo Scarpa design
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Elegant Italian chandelier made from 32 beautiful Murano pink "polyhedron" glasses. Structure in gold and brass colored metal. Overall, this chandelier is both a functional light sou...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Maison Charles large gilt metal 8 arm chandelier
Located in London, GB
Beautiful large gilt metal chandelier with leaf detail attributed to Maison Charles. Paris. Rewired.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Vintage Italian Murano Chandelier, 24 Clear and Amber
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. The chandelier has 24 glasses in a nickel metal frame. The originality of this chandelier is given by the glass, wonderful works ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Gorgeous 12-armed XXL Mid Century brass chandelier with opal glass shades
Located in München, DE
Beautiful, rare, large, 12-armed mid-century brass chandelier with opal glass shades.
A very high-quality lamp with many details.
Beautiful 1950s design. The entire frame is made of ...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - white albaster
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 48 large white glass tubes. The alabaster technique created in Venet...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Hans Bergstrom Delicate Gio Ponti Influenced Fluted Glass and Brass Chandelier
By ASEA, Hans Bergström
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Scandinavian chandelier with black striped fluted milk glass shades, brass arms and black metal accents. Highly influenced by Italian designer Gio Ponti. This chandelier ...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Florian Schulz Large Counter Balance KEOS Pendant Light in Brass, 1970s
Located in Hannover, DE
This internationally sought-after and rare counterweight lamp was made in Germany by the German designer and producer Florian Schulz. This is the very exclusive version with burnishe...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
SIMONET Freres Modernist French Art Deco Chandelier 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Modernist Art Deco Chandelier for SIMONET Frères, 1920s — Bronze & Glass. This exquisite French Modernist Art Deco chandelier was crafted by SIMONET Frères, located at 60 Rue ...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
French Antique Historicist Chandelier circa 1880 Gilded Iron with Amber Crystals
Located in Berlin, DE
This exceptional chandelier was crafted in France around 1880 and represents the opulent Historicist style, blending influences of Empire and Rococo design.
The chandelier features ...
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1880s French French Provincial Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Wire, Iron
Swedish Brass and Glass Pendant, 1940s
Located in Vienna, AT
Swedish brass and glass pendant from the 1940s. A sand-colored blown glass tulip is surrounded by a brass frame with painted iron leaf decorations. Very nice original condition with ...
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1940s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
$2,134 / item
Beautiful 1970s Limburg glass ceiling lamp in octagon shape
By Limburg
Located in München, DE
Beautiful, original 1970s glass ceiling lamp in an octagonal shape.
Manufacturer: Limburg, Model 2756. Very high-quality workmanship. Made in Germany.
Mounts directly to the ceiling....
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Blown Murano Glass and Brass Pendant Lamp
Located in Puglia, Puglia
A contemporary oriental-style lantern chandelier, entirely handmade in Italy, presented here with brass elements. The organic oval sphere is crafted from innovative hand-blown Murano...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$2,685 / item
Josef Hoffmann&Wiener Werkstätte "Graben Cafe Pur" 55 Pendant Re Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Total drop custom made - different colours and sizes available
Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge Antique Victorian Late 19th Century Copper Verdigris Lantern Light. C.1890
Located in London, GB
Beautifully formed glazed copper lantern with natural verdigris made by Foster & Pullen. c.1890
A finely constructed square lantern, presented in original as found condition. The co...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Scandinavian mid-century chandelier, five arms, brass & textile, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A Scandinavian modernist chandelier from the 1940s, crafted from brass and featuring five elegantly curved arms radiating from a central wooden obelisk. Each arm is fitted with a con...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1920s, Original Art Deco Palm Chandelier , Belgium
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Original 1920s Belgian chandelier in complete and authentic condition, crafted in the Art Glass tradition. This exceptional piece features delicately molded frosted glass elements ar...
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1920s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Walnut
Art Deco 19.8” Diameter Perfectly Balanced White & Black Alabaster Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
* Note, that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secure, and reliable delivery. This allows us to provide the best possible service and care for your purchase.
On...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
Paavo Tynell, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass chandelier, model 1354, designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito, Finland, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.0"H x 12.5"D
Stem Length ...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Antique Industrial Green Enamel Railway Gas Pendant Light, C.1900
Located in London, GB
A beautiful English enamel railway pendant light made by Sugg. c.1900
A former gas lamp often used on railway platforms from the late 19th/early 20th century. Simple two-part enamel...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Enamel
Vintage Opaline Murano Chandelier with in the Manner of Giuseppe Briati
By Giuseppe Briati
Located in Chicago, IL
This Baroque-style, floral opaline Murano chandelier has five lovely scroll arms holding flower-form bobeches. These bobeches of milky opaline also have a soft blue–lilac fire, showi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Rupert Nikoll chandelier with lucite shades vienna around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert Nikoll chandelier with lucite shades vienna around 1960s
This one is original condition
We have a second one too but restored ( polished and stove enameled ) 1stDibs Ref: LU10...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Island Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Antique Holophane Church Pendant 2 Part Reflector Light – D
An original Holophane ‘Reflector Refractor’ glass pendant light retaining its original gallery and components. The metalw...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Copper
Large 3-Light Midcentury Modern Honeycomb Structure Glass Flush Mount w Teakwood
Located in Lisse, NL
Great Mid-Century Modern ceiling light with a teakwood finial & brass canopy and a honeycomb pattern on the glass shade.
This vintage, flat, three-light flush mount has a beautiful ...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Aluminum
1960 Hans-Agne Jakobsson Antique Brass Chandelier Model 348/12
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Hans-Agne Jakobsson chandelier 348/12 in rare antique brass finish .
Each buble texturized glass shade measure 8 in. diameter .
Contain 12 E26/ E27 socket rated a 60 watt each ...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Architectural Cantilever Stilnovo Style Balanced Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Bochum, NRW
This large architectural chandelier, inspired by the Stilnovo style, features two substantial brass arms that can swing in various directions. One arm is equipped with a large brass ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Vintage 1960s Fibonacci Pendant in Copper By Sofus Frandsen for Fog And Mørup
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic and rare pendant designed by Sophus Frandsen in 1963 for Fog & Mørup. The Fibonacci model is one of the most recognizable designs and is becoming increasingly rare to find.esp...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
French 19th Century Massive Crystal Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fabulous and large 19th century French twelve light bronze and crystal chandelier to illuminate your dining room, foyer, or other glamorous setting. This statement chandelier has a...
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19th Century French Beaux Arts Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Scandinavian mid century pendant lamp, teak and metal, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A Scandinavian mid-century pendant lamp, produced by an unidentified Swedish manufacturer in the 1950s. This unusual piece showcases the refined craftsmanship typical of the era, wit...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Small 1960s Space Age pendant lamp by Doria made of aluminum and metal
Located in München, DE
Beautiful small, original 1960s Space Age pendant lamp by Doria.
The outer shade is made of aluminum. The inner diffuser is made of white-painted metal.
The entire lamp is in very go...
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1960s German Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Antique and Vintage Chandeliers and Pendant Lights for Sale: Shop Baccarat Chandeliers, Stilnovo Chandeliers and Other Lighting on 1stDibs
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 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, 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. (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.)
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 natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era 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 — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
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The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
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Celebrate Spring Year-Round with This Lush Murano-Glass Chandelier
Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.
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A Tale of Two Sputnik Chandeliers
This pair of iconic 20th-century light fixtures with the same name have two very different backgrounds.
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