Lighting On Chain
2010s British Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze, Stainless Steel
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze, Stainless Steel
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Stainless Steel, Gold
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Stainless Steel
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Stainless Steel
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Bronze
2010s British Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Bronze
2010s British Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze
Vintage 1980s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Steel
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Marble, Brass, Bronze
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass, Bronze
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
2010s British Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Alabaster, Gold
2010s British Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Alabaster, Bronze
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
2010s British Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze
2010s British Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Gold
2010s British Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Bronze
2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
2010s Belgian Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Aluminum
2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
2010s American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Steel
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Blown Glass
21st Century and Contemporary European Louis XVI Lanterns
Brass
2010s Brazilian Organic Modern Table Lamps
Quartz, Rock Crystal
2010s Brazilian Organic Modern Table Lamps
Quartz, Rock Crystal
2010s Australian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Alabaster, Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
2010s North American Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
2010s Belgian Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Chrome
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Metal, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Table Lamps
Marble, Brass
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Silver Leaf, Metal
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Lanterns
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Industrial Floor Lamps
Iron
Vintage 1960s Lanterns
Metal
Antique 19th Century American Lanterns
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Bronze
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Nickel, Metal
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Murano Glass
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Table Lamps
Iron
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Chrome, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Stainless Steel
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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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Adding a pull switch to a light is actually possible. To do so you must remove the fixture and drill a hole to screw in the pull switch. Then you need to wire the black wires through the pull switch to connect it to the fixture. Warning: Electrical work should only be conducted by professionals.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Real gold chains are supposed to be heavy. Pure gold is heavy due to its high density. If you are unsure about the gold content in your piece, you can take it to be appraised. You can also shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers 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.
- What are diamond cuts on chains?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Diamond cuts on chains are small grooves or notches on the surface of the metal. The addition of this detailing gives metal chains a luminous, almost sparkling effect. The term is not to be confused with diamond cut, which refers to the design guide that a jeweler uses for shaping gemstones. A diamond's cut relates to how well the stone's facets interact with light. Explore a variety of chain necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023What an earring with a chain is called depends on the design. A chain earring that hangs from the ear is a dangle earring, and earrings that dangle long enough to brush against the shoulder or collarbone are known as shoulder dusters. An earring with a chain that connects to a nose ring is a nose chain. Shop a large selection of earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023No, not all tennis chains have diamonds. Although diamonds are the most commonly used stone for making tennis chains, some pieces feature different stones that resemble diamonds. Alternatives include white sapphires, white quartz and clear crystals. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of tennis chains from some of the world's top dealers.
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