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What’s the difference between a pendant and chandelier?
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The difference between a pendant and a chandelier is that pendants are typically suspended from a cord or chain with a single light on the end and chandeliers are suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
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Exceptionally Large Mid-Century Modern Tiered Glass Chandeliers 220 cm/86 in
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chandeliers, glass, brass, Europe, 1960s
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Vintage 1960s European 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.
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Vintage Cream White PH4 / 3 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Manufactured in Denmark circa 1980 by Louis Poulsen. Designed by Poul Henningsen - PH. Measurements: Diameter: 40 cm, Height: 20 cm.
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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Rare 1970s Italian Hand-Sewn Celadon Green Suede Pendant Lamp Sculptural Flower
Located in Hannover, DE
This exceptional pendant lamp, crafted in Italy in the 1970s, embodies masterful craftsmanship and timeless elegance. The shade is meticulously hand-sewn from delicate light celadon-...
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Mid-Century Large Beige Round Cocoon Pendant, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Mid-Century Pendant with a gorgeous, uniform beige patina. This timeless and incredibly unique piece was made in Italy during the 1960s.
In amazing condition, with no tear...
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Nexus Bronze & Blue Brass Two-Tier Chandelier
Located in Milan, IT
A two-tier chandelier featuring two circular bronze-finished frames connected by elongated rods. Each tier is accented with a glossy petrol blue enamel band and adorned with curved a...
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
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