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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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Mid-Century Green Large Flush Mount or Ceiling Lamp by Erco, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-Century Green Large Flush Mount or Ceiling Lamp by Erco, 1950s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 3x E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitabl...
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Art Deco Pendant Lamp, Glass Shade, Metal Holder, Germany, 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Art Deco rod pendant lamp from the 1930s - 1940s with a very nicely profiled green glass shade and tassel. The glass shade is brown-marbleized and is in good condition. The glass hol...
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Large Art Déco Pendant Light, 1930s - 1940s
Located in Schwerin, MV
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Swedish Rustic Wrought Iron Pendant Lantern with Textured Glass 1940's
Located in Stockholm, SE
Charming Swedish pendant lantern from the 1940s, crafted in green-painted wrought iron with decorative scrollwork and textured glass panels. The classic lantern silhouette is complem...
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Art Deco Pendant Lamp, Glass Shade, Metal Holder, Germany, 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
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Large Swedish Designer Pendant Light, Fabric & Brass - Early 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
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