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Lightolier was founded in 1904 by Bernhard Blitzer and the name is a combination of the words “light” and “chandelier.” Lightolier specializes in elaborate and decorative chandeliers, but they also produce a style of lamps that combine functionality with a lively aesthetic. Browse a collection of Lightolier lamps on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Rare 1960s Paavo Tynell Starry Sky 9068 Lamp by Lightolier Ceiling Mount Large
By Paavo Tynell, Lightolier
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Ready to be hardwired, with normal US 110v voltage. Houses 4 incandescent bulbs.
This is a large 18x18 square “starry sky” ceiling lamp model #9068 by Paavo Tynell for Lightolier. ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Orb Sputnik Chandelier by Lightolier
By Lightolier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern Orb Sputnik Chandelier by Lightolier
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell Eight Arm Brass “Ballerina” Chandelier for Lightolier
By Lightolier, Paavo Tynell
Located in Doylestown, PA
Eight arm, all-brass version of Paavo Tynell’s iconic “Ballerina” chandelier, designed for Lightolier, USA, and manufactured by Lightolier’s Canada division, c. 1958. Marked with Lig...
Category
Vintage 1950s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Brass
1950s Gerald Thurston Star Pierced Shade Flushmount for Lightolier , USA
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Enameled aluminium shade with a pierced star motif on a brass structure .
Well made strudy construction .
Each shade measure 9.5 in wide by 2 in high . Glass diffuser under .
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Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
$1,695 Sale Price
32% Off
1950s Gerald Thurston 5 Arm Brass Pendant for Lightolier , USA
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Rare Gerald Thurston 5 arm pendant for Lightolier .
Pierced brass plated shade mounted on an brass structure .
Well made with quality component and ...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$2,695 Sale Price
32% Off
Large "Ballerina" Chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Lightolier
By Lightolier, Paavo Tynell
Located in North Miami, FL
An amazing and hard to find "Ballerina" chandelier with twelve-arms designed by Finnish Paavo Tynell and produced by Lightolier in the 1960's. Very large 34 inch diameter fixture fe...
Category
Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass