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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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Beautiful small 1960s Cocoon pendant lamp in very good vintage condition
Located in München, BY
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Exceptionally Large Mid-Century Modern Tiered Glass Chandeliers 220 cm/86 in in Height
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chandeliers, glass, brass, Europe, 1960s These chandeliers carry the unmistakable presence of mid-century modern design, where grandeur and discipline meet in perfect balance. Their...
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Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp in Copper, Teak and Glass, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp in Copper, Teak and Glass, 1950s By shortening the cable, the lowest height of the lamp can be infinitely adjusted to 35cm, at the momen...
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Pair of Antique Edwardian F&C Osler Teardrop Cut Glass Light Pendant Lamp C.1910
Located in London, GB
An elegantly matched pair of cut glass pendant lights made in England by F&C Osler. c.1900 Of beautiful design and form, teardrop shaped hand-cut glass shade. Incredibly high qu...
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Vintage 1910s English Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Prototype "Royal" Plafonnier Chandelier from Barovier & Toso, 1960s
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Unique piece: This model was handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind prototype and later mass-produced by Barovier&Toso under the name "Royal." It is still in production today, starting at €...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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French Art Deco Conchiglie Wall Lamp, 1920s
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Very rare ceiling lamp from the late 1920s - made in France. 4 solid amber colored glasses. Mount made of chrome-plated aluminum. The corresponding wall lamps are part of the permane...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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