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What is chandelier lighting?

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What is chandelier lighting?

A chandelier is typically suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends, rather than one single light or a pair of lights hanging from a chord or chain.

1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

Chandelier lighting is a branched, highly ornamented light fixture that is typically (suspended from) mounted on ceilings lamps.

1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
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Large Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Ceiling Light in Silk and Brass
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Located in Waalwijk, NL
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Lars Holmström for Arvika Konsthantverk Ceiling Light Steel Brass Glass 1930s
Located in Waalwijk, NL
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Located in München, DE
Exceptionally decorative floral lamp from the 1970s. Great design and high-quality craftsmanship. The leaves create a wonderful lighting effect. Design: Hans Kögl Condition: Very ...
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Hans-Agne Jakobsson Chandelier in Brass with Silk Strings
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