$8,029Sale Price|30% Off
H 49.5 in W 28 in D 28 in
18th Century French Fire-Gilded Bronze Electried Church Chandelier
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A very fine, large fire-gilded bronze church chandelier in Louis XVI style, France, late 18th
Bronze
French 18th Century Louis XV Period Ormolu and Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational and extremely high quality French 18th century Louis XV period ormolu and crystal
Crystal, Ormolu
18th century Spherical Iron 4 Light Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
18th-Century Spherical Iron 4-Light Chandelier is hand-forged iron with a gracefully aged patina
Iron
French 18th Century Spherical Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
This small 18th century spherical chandelier is made from hand wrought iron circa 1780. The French
Iron
18th Century Iron Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
better way of describing this phenomenal fixture. It is a late 18th century all iron chandelier
Iron
French 18th Century Ormolu and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Exquisite French Directoire period, chandelier dated to the end of 18th century. The lower
Crystal, Ormolu
$19,800
H 45.5 in W 27 in D 27 in
French 18th Century Louis XV St. Ormolu And Baccarat Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and high quality French 18th century Louis XV st. Ormolu and Baccarat Crystal chandelier
Crystal, Ormolu
$54,500
H 45 in W 26 in D 26 in
French 18th Century Louis XV Period Ormolu and Rock Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning French 18th century Louis XV period ormolu and rock crystal chandelier. The nine arm
Rock Crystal, Ormolu
18th Century Iron Pot Holder
Located in New Orleans, LA
Large 18th century pot holder easily converted to a chandelier.
Iron
$18,755
H 32.68 in W 16.93 in D 9.06 in
18th Century, French Bronze Three-Light Candelabra with Female Figures
By François Rémond, Louis-Simon Boizot
Located in IT
18th century, French bronze three-light candelabra with female figures This three-light
Marble, Bronze
18th century gilt bronze and crystal chandelier, epoque Louis XV
Located in Eindhoven, NL
the central plate- ‚Entablement’ . This is characteristic for the 18th century. The chandelier is
Crystal, Bronze
18th Century Style 40 arms Bronze Gabrielle Fleurs Chandelier
By OMBRES ET FACETTES
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF
Monumental Chandelier, In bronze, 40 arms lights, gold 24K finish. Dimensions : Height 275 cm x 198
Crystal, Bronze
18th Century Style 42 arms Windsor Chandelier in gold 24k
By OMBRES ET FACETTES
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF
A forty-two-light gilt-bronze chandelier, richly chased throughout with foliage, scrolls and
Bronze
18th Century Style 10 arms Windsor Chandelier in gold 24k
By OMBRES ET FACETTES
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF
A corpulent ten-arms bronze chandelier, decorated with foliage, ornaments and flower heads. A
Bronze
18th Century Style Versailles Chandelier with 12 Lights in Silver
By OMBRES ET FACETTES
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF
This chandelier is directly inspired by the emblematic chandeliers of the Hall of Mirrors of the
Silver, Bronze
18th Century style 6 arms Louis XV Chandelier in antique bronze
By OMBRES ET FACETTES
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF
Short and delicious Louis XV-style chandelier. Its knotted axis holds six light arms around the
Bronze
$73,369
H 70.87 in Dm 55.12 in
18th Century style 30 arms Carquois Chandelier in nickel and gold finish
By OMBRES ET FACETTES
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF
This chandelier is the declination of the very famous quiver model of the eighteenth century
Bronze, Gold, Nickel
$33,142
H 47.25 in Dm 47.25 in
18th Century Style Varennes Chandelier with 6 Lights in Bronze and Crystal
By OMBRES ET FACETTES
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF
This chandelier is typical of the chain chandeliers of the 18th century, as for example the
Crystal, Bronze
$41,664
H 70.87 in Dm 51.19 in
18th Century Style 16 arms Bronze Versailles Chandelier in gold M 18k finish
By OMBRES ET FACETTES
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF
This chandelier is directly inspired by the iconic chandeliers in the “galerie des Glaces” at the
Bronze
French Bronze and Crystal Cathedral Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Magnificent 18th century French bronze and crystal cathedral chandelier. Circa 1800. The chandelier
Crystal, Bronze
$832Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 9.45 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in
18th Century Pair of Louis XV Bronze Candlesticks
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
which had been glued. France circa 1760.
Bronze
$42,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 39.5 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in
18th C. Ormolu Rock Crystal 16-Light Chandelier Hanging Ceiling Light Pendant LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
rare French mid-18th century Louis XV transition Louis XVI period Hand Crafted Rock crystal and Glass
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Metal, Metallic Thread
$4,295
H 48.43 in Dm 27.56 in
French Prisms Chandelier in the antique Louis Quinze Baroque Style Brass glazed
Located in Berlin, DE
Brass, chiselled. High baluster-shaped body. Beneath this, 18 passing braces are lit. In three
Brass
$4,017
H 31.5 in Dm 19.69 in
French Candelabrum Black Crystal Antique Chandelier Ceiling Lustre Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
**Restored Vintage Chandelier - Preserving History with Care in Berlin** This vintage chandelier
Crystal, Brass, Wire
$20,883
H 60.63 in Dm 39.38 in
18th Style Chaine Chandelier in Golden Iron of 12 Lights with Porcelain Pendants
By OMBRES ET FACETTES
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF
This chandelier is an original variation of the chain models that could be found in the eighteenth
Brass, Wrought Iron
$3,388
H 32.29 in Dm 15.75 in
18th Century Six Candle Candlestick Candelabrum in gilt Bronze & gilt walnut
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Precious 1700s Baroque French candelabrum, in golden bronze and gilt wood of walnut. Wonderful as
Bronze
$111,074 / set
H 66.93 in Dm 47.25 in
A beautiful pair of French Baccarat Crystal chandeliers with 16 lights
By Baccarat
Located in London, GB
dominate it Strongly influenced by 18th-century French palace chandeliers, but likely produced in the late
Crystal
Unique Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu and Cut Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
with chased gilt bronze mounts reflects the elaborate decorative vocabulary of late 18th-century French
Crystal, Bronze
French Louis XVI Style Brass 6-Arm Lantern
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XVI style brass barrel shaped lantern chandelier encased in 4 rounded glass panes with
Brass
$47,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 56 in W 33 in D 33 in
Large Baccarat Crystal Antique Chandelier Dining Ceiling 8 Light Fixture Pendant
By Baccarat
Located in West Hollywood, CA
-Crafted, Metalwork, Polished Place of Origin: France Period: Late 18th Century Date of Manufacture: 1780
Crystal, Metal, Bronze
Large French Louis XIV Chandelier in Brass, 18th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Imposing Louis XIV brass chandelier from France Beautiful look and superb quality decorated with
Brass
$7,260
H 17.72 in W 11.82 in D 4.73 in
Louis XVI clock garrison and chandeliers. POCHON. Paris, circa late 18th century
By Jean Charles Pochon
Located in Madrid, ES
third of the 18th century). Paris, France, around 1780 or 1790 and later. Bibliography: (watch) NIEHÜSER
Marble, Bronze, Other
$550
H 9.5 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in
Sculptural 18th Century Italian Hand Carved Mecca Tassel on Chalcopyrite
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
tassel was originally hung from an 18th century Italian chandelier. Many tassels were used to decorate
Rock Crystal
$11,471
H 49.5 in W 28 in D 28 in
Fine 18th Century French Louis XVI Style Fire-Gilded Bronze Electried Chandelier
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A fine, large Louis XVI style fire-gilded chandelier, France, late 18th century. This wonderful
Bronze
18th Century French Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in London, GB
An exquisite 18th century French bronze and crystal chandelier. The birdcage frame is profusely
18th Century French Crystal Chandelier
Located in Marshville, NC
Amazing craftsmanship on this handmade bead work. Definitely on if a kind piece!
Bronze
18th Century French Metal Chandelier with Cut Glass
Located in Mol, BE
Six candles, new wiring.
Metal
Important French 18th century Louis XV 26 light chandelier.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Important French 18th century crystal Louis XV chandelier. 18-perimeter lights in 2-tiers, crystal
18th Century Bronze Louis XV Chandelier
Located in Boston, MA
An 18th Century solid bronze Louis XV chandelier with scrolled arms.
Bronze
18th Century Gilt Bronze Large French Crystal Chandelier
Located in Eindhoven, NL
-lustre' is a large facetted crystal ball. France, Paris, end of 18th century. The chandelier is
Bronze
Mid-18th Century Louis XV Style Chandelier from France
Located in Heemskerk, Noord Holland
An extremely large gilded and rock crystal cage chandelier having two rows of arms totaling 16
Rock Crystal, Bronze
Antique 18th century gilded bronze chandelier from France
Located in Heemskerk, Noord Holland
Antique twelve lights chandelier from circa 1790 to 1800. Slim chandelier in France neoclassical
Bronze, Ormolu
Unavailable
H 35.44 in Dm 28.75 in
18th Century, Louis XV Ormolu French Crystal Chandelier with Candles
Located in Eindhoven, NL
A wonderful and original 18th century ormolu French chandelier 'lustre a tige'. With twelve
Crystal, Bronze
18th Century 9-Light French Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Charleston, SC
A rare late 18th century Louis XV chandelier whose arms deploy around a scrolled bronze stem
Crystal, Bronze
Unavailable
H 45.28 in Dm 30.71 in
18th Century Gilt Bronze Large French Crystal Chandelier, Louis XV Period
Located in Eindhoven, NL
An exquisite 18th century gilt-bronze French chandelier, Louis XV period ca. 1750-1770 'lustre a
Crystal, Bronze
Unavailable
H 20.95 in Dm 10.08 in
18th Century French Brass Chandelier with Eight Flames, Three-Colored Glass
Located in Ettlingen, Baden-Wurttemberg
Fine and elegant candelabra/ chandelier/ luster, circa 1790. Provenance from a French chateau
Crystal, Brass
18th Century Ormolu Louis XV Style Chandelier
Located in Heemskerk, Noord Holland
This is an unique twelve-light Ormolu Louis XV chandelier. Three cherubs are holding the
Bronze, Ormolu
Pair of Superb 18th Century Style Chandelier
Located in London, GB
A pair of superb 19th century, French, 18th century style, cage chandeliers, of a good scale with
Brass
19th Century Rare French Crystal Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fine example of an early twentieth century reproduction of a period 18th century French crystal
French Louis XIV, Bronze, Six-Arm Chandelier
Located in Charleston, SC
A fine French Louis XIV, bronze, six-arm chandelier in chased bronze ormolu.
French Louis XIV, Gilded Wood, Six-Arm Chandelier
Located in Charleston, SC
A fine French Louis XIV, carved and gilded wood, six-arm chandelier.
18th c. Louis XV Period Bronze and Glass 8 Light Chandelier
Located in Maastricht, NL
A very important French Louis XV period bronze and cut glass eight light chandelier. Mid 18th
Bronze
An XVIIIth Century gilt wood chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An XVIIth Century carved gilt wood eight light chandelier, the foliage motif curved arms end in a
Unavailable
Louis XV 15-light Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV period 15-light gilt metal and rock crystal chandelier
Bronze
Fine Antique French Porcelain Six-Light Chandelier, circa 1870
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French porcelain mounted hand-wrought tole peinte six-light chandelier; of cage form, the
Unavailable
H 44.89 in W 30.71 in D 30.71 in
Large French Directoire Period Bronze and Crystal Twelve Light Chandelier
Located in Toorak, VIC
An impressive large French directoire period bronze and crystal twelve light chandelier dated to
Crystal, Bronze
Pair of Large French Three-Tiered Silvered Crystal Chandeliers
Located in Ettlingen, Baden-Wurttemberg
crystal hangings, later electrified, France, late 18th or 19th century. Both chandeliers have a wreath of
Crystal, Nickel
Large Antique Louis XV French Style Bronze Whimsical Chandelier
Located in Miami, FL
Amazing a beautiful fixture for a Classic or eclectic interior. A great example of good craftsmanship and casting. Piece in great all original condition.
Bronze
bronze chandelier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Solid bronze dore newly rewired
Bronze
Pair Of Louis XV Period Gilded Bronze , Rock Crystal Chandeliers
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Louis XV period gilded bronze rock crystal chandeliers. Each chandelier with six
Rock Crystal, Ormolu
Rock Crystal Six-Light Chandelier 'a Lace'
Located in London, GB
An Early 18th century gilt bronze and rock-crystal mounted chandelier a Lace France, circa 1700
Rock Crystal
Louis XVI Period Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in London, GB
its owners in the 18th century, profusely hung with cut crystal plaque and rosettes, the crystal drops
Crystal, Bronze
A Louis XV Period ormolu and glass 4 light chandelier
Located in Maastricht, NL
A rare Louis XV period ormolu and cut glass 8 branches chandelier, early 18th. Century, circa 1740
Bronze
A Louis XV Period Gilded Bronze and Glass 27 Light Chandelier
Located in Maastricht, NL
An important Louis XV period gilded Bronze " a cage " and glass 27 light chandelier around 1760. An
Bronze
Forged and Wrought Iron French Chandelier/Candelabra
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
3 tiers of scrolled ironwork holding colored glass votive cups. Can be hung or has feet for resting on a surface.
Wrought Iron
18th Century French Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 18th century French crystal chandelier with six candle arms. Silver frame draped with
French 18th Century Rococo Chandelier
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large French 18th century Rococo chandelier.
Crystal, Bronze
18th Century French Baroque Chandelier
Located in Stockholm, SE
A French crystal chandelier, 18th century.
Crystal, Bronze
Rococo Rock Crystal Chandelier, 18th Century, France
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large and unusual French Rococo gilt bronze and rock crystal chandelier, 18th century. A very
Rock Crystal, Bronze
18th Century French Iron Chandelier
Located in Round Top, TX
A wonderful and charming 18th century chandelier from the South of France. Beautifully crafted from
Iron
18th Century Venetian Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
18th century Venetian chandelier with hand blown glass. Exquisite leafed crown at the top and
Iron
18th Century Gothic Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful bronze-colored chandelier features small colored stones on each candlestick. This
Bronze
18th Century Italian Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Large, gilded wood baluster has six delicately curved metal "acanthus leaf" arms. Note the red candle sleeves and corresponding red tassel at bottom. A joyful fixture. It was prev...
Metal
French 18th Century Hand-Forged Iron Chandelier
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique 18th century hand-forged iron chandelier with beautiful glass cups of later date, France
Iron
French 18th Century Style Crystal Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Beautiful French 18th century style chandelier with cut crystal pendants, gold leafed tole and iron
Crystal
French 18th Century Hand-Forged Iron Chandelier
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique hand-forged iron chandelier France, circa 1750 Weathered but very good condition. More
Wrought Iron
Palatial 18th Century French Carved Giltwood Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Extraordinary and large 19th century French hand-carved giltwood chandelier with a curtained crown
Wood
Pair of 18th Century Religious Chandeliers
Located in Baambrugge, NL
A pair of 18th century religious chandeliers, it's crystals depicting several religious symbols
18th Century Gilded Louis XIV Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Extravagant 18th Century Gilded Louis XIV Chandelier. Gilded wood bobeche atop flowing iron arms
Giltwood
18th Century Bronze & Crystal Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
An 18th Century Bronze Frame & Cut Crystal Chandelier with Four (4) Lights, originating in France
Wonderful 18th Century Spanish or French Hand Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderful 18th century Spanish or French wrought iron chandelier. Wonderfully hand bent wrought
Iron
18th Century French 6-Arm Chandelier In Tole
Located in Doylestown, PA
A whimsical French tole chandelier, late Louis XVI Period, decorated with leaves and flowers
Tôle
Sold
H 21.26 in Dm 11.03 in
Pair of Candelabra with Putti by Clodion after Claude Michael, 18th Century
By Clodion France
Located in Madrid, ES
Claude Michel, dit Clodion (1738-1814) In bronze with GOLD patina End of the 18th century H. 54 cm
Bronze
French 18th Century Bronze Chandelier with Painted Leaves and 6 Outer Lights
Located in Santa Monica, CA
French 18th century bronze chandelier with painted leaves and 6 outer lights.
Bronze
Silver & Brass 4 Light Chandelier, 18th Century
Located in New Orleans, LA
Unique sterling silver plated over brass chandelier. Three arms and ornate chain, the fixture also
Silver, Brass
Antique 18th Century Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Tole Chandelier with Dresden Figure
Crystal, Iron, Tôle
18th C. French Crystal Chandelier
Located in Doylestown, PA
A late 18th century “chandelier de fete” with 4 tole arms with candles, rows of graduated hand-cut
Crystal
Antique Late 18th Century French Gothic Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique late 18th century French Gothic gilt bronze chandelier.
Bronze
18th Century Style French Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Beautiful French 18th century style crystal and bronze chandelier, rewired.
Crystal, Bronze
18th Century Louis LVI Painted Carved Wood Chandelier
Located in Long Island City, NY
18th Century Louis LVI Painted Carved Wood Chandelier
Tin
French Late 18th/ Early 19th Century Empire Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Grand scale for dramatic presence. Beautiful gilded anthimeons on top. Teardrop crystals adoring the bottom. Ornately detailed medallions are removable. Wired for US not UL listed.
Crystal, Brass
$8,908
H 44 in W 92 in D 93 in
King Bed with Shell Headboard in Caramel Leather and Oatmeal Fabric - Musa Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
King size bed designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis in oatmeal fabric and caramel leather with shell-shaped headboard. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Introducing the...
Leather, Upholstery, Fabric, Wood
$5,484
H 38.98 in W 27.56 in D 37.01 in
Fine Antique Show Framed Victorian Chesterfield Brown Leather Library Armchair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this rare fully restored circa 1860 Show framed Chesterfield tufted hand dyed brown leather library reading chair. This chair is really quite ex...
Leather, Hardwood
$5,007 / item
H 44 in W 92 in D 93 in
King Size Bed in Light Beige Fabric with Shell-Inspired Headboard – Musa Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Musa king size bed designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, in white fabric. The Musa king bed offers a harmonious blend of comfort and modern elegance, designed to become a centerpi...
Fabric, Wood
$1,694 / item
H 13.78 in Dm 9.45 in
Murano Round Green Glass and Brass Modern Wall Light and Sconces, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
Very special Murano glass wall light, stylish and elegant, their design truly unique in their kind. Beautiful coloring. The wall light is composed of a brass stem where a system for...
Brass
$1,850
H 4 in W 6.5 in D 8 in
Wonderful French Doré Bronze Cherub Fluted Oval Crystal Gilt Ormolu Centerpiece
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful French dore´ bronze bow and swag footed Cherub Plaques centerpiece with fluted oval crystal insert. In the manner of Baccarat. Measures: 8" W x 6.5" W x 4" H.
Crystal, Bronze
$2,200Sale Price|42% Off
H 45 in W 28 in D 28 in
Spanish Wrought Iron and Reeded Glass Lantern, circa 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spanish wrought iron and reeded glass 3-light lantern with acanthus leaves and roses though out. Original vintage finish.
Wrought Iron
Turkish Oushak Pillow
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind rug pillow made from a vintage Turkish Oushak with cotton back and zipper closure. Measures: 13" x 15".
Wool, Linen, Cotton
Louis XV Potoro Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in Southall, GB
French Rococo Louis XV fireplace mantel made in a superb Potoro marble. Hand carved molded shelf above a paneled frieze, centered by an elaborate scrolled cartouche enclosed on the e...
Marble
Set of 3 Large Bronze Chandeliers. Sold Individually.
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 circa 1950's patinated bronze chandeliers with lion's heads and 16 lights. Sold Individually. Measurements: Present Drop: 41" Diameter: 39"
Bronze
Custom Made Sheepskin Armchair
Located in London, England
A reproduction armchair in the 1940s Danish modern style. These high-end, custom-made pieces are handmade to order at our workshops in England. The chair legs are available in oiled...
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak, Walnut
$1,500
H 90 in W 10.5 in D 0.25 in
18th Century European Hand Embroidered Silk and Gilt Threads Textile Panel
Located in Barrington, IL
Discover a rare and exquisite piece of European artistry with this Exceptional 18th Century Hand-Embroidered Silk and Gilt Thread Textile Panel. This magnificent piece was artistical...
Gold
French Vintage Eight-Light Iron Round Chandelier with C-Scroll Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French mid-20th century iron chandelier with eight lights. This exquisite French mid-20th century iron chandelier exudes vintage charm and sophisticated elegance. The chandelier fe...
Iron
$5,450
H 55.71 in W 35.24 in D 14.97 in
19th Century Empire Drop-Front Oak Secretary Desk or Abattant, Chest France
Located in Miami, FL
Secretaire a abattant, France circa 1820, Biedermeier period. The outside with fall front and two drawers flanked by two ebonized columns shows a beautiful oak veneer design. The woo...
Bronze
$15,200
H 42.5 in W 47 in D 30.75 in
18th Century Black Swedish Gustavian Oak Bureau - Antique Drop Front Secretaire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique Swedish Gustavian bureau made of hand crafted painted Oakwood, in good condition. The Scandinavian writing table, desk features many small storage drawers within and three...
Metal, Brass
$1,343Sale Price|70% Off
H 43.31 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
17th Century Tuscany Metal Wood Tabernacle in Antonio da Sangallo Style, Italy
By Antonio da Sangallo il Giovane
Located in Sofia, BG
Beautiful authentic Italian metal and wood portable tabernacle in style of Antonio da Sangallo the Younger. A civil and military architect, Antonio da Sangallo the Younger was tr...
Metal
$2,783
H 25.2 in W 31.5 in D 1.97 in
20th Century European "Arab Market" Orientalist Oil on Canvas with Frame
Located in Marbella, ES
20th century European "Arab Market" Orientalist style oil on canvas with frame.
Canvas
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.
Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.