Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier, Circa 1900-1910.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier, Circa 1900-1910.
Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Wrought Iron
Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier, Circa 1900-1910.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier, Circa 1900-1910.
Wrought Iron
Antique French Iron and Copper Chandelier, circa 1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
A copper fish poacher serves as the anchoring element for this fixture.
Copper, Wrought Iron
Iron Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine Hand-Hammered Louis XIV style Iron Chandelier. Exquisite Detail. 10 lights. France
Iron
$1,362Sale Price|20% Off
H 34 in Dm 25 in
Gothic Iron and Wood Chandelier, Antique 1910 Design, 5-Branch
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Superb Gothic Iron and Wood Chandelier A very handsome piece, Large Heavy and very Gothic in
Iron
$2,578
H 41.74 in W 19.69 in D 4.73 in
Wrought Iron and Cut Frosted Glass Pendant Chandelier Night Watchman, ca 1910
Located in Barntrup, DE
Wrought iron and cut frosted glass two-light pendant chandelier with night watchman, from ca 1910
Wrought Iron
Antique Chandelier. Iron Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Six light French Provincial style iron chandelier. CW4328
Iron
DAUM French Art Nouveau / Deco Pendant Chandelier, 1910-1915
By Daum
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Nouveau Pendant Chandelier by Daum Nancy, 1910–1915 A stunning French Art Nouveau
Wrought Iron
Antique French Wrought Iron Fixture, circa 1900-1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
This fixture has very nice detail in the ironwork.
Iron
Large Wrought Iron Chandelier with Alabaster
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1910 Italian wrought iron chandelier with alabaster inset. Measurements: Height: 44.5
Alabaster, Iron
$22,000
H 14.97 in Dm 19.69 in
DAUM & MAJORELLE Wide pendant chandelier with acid-etched blackberries 1910-1915
By Daum, Louis Majorelle
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Wide and thick French Art Nouveau acid-etched pendant chandelier with blacberries by DAUM (Nancy
Wrought Iron
$12,000
H 31.11 in Dm 15.36 in
French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier by DAUM and Edgar BRANDT (att.), 1910-1915
By Edgar Brandt, Daum
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Nouveau/Early Art Deco Pendant Chandelier by Daum (Nancy). Wrought-iron mount strongly
Wrought Iron
Antique Gothic American Iron Hall Lantern, Circa 1900-1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Gothic American iron hall lantern, Circa 1900-1910.
Iron
$10,784
H 31.5 in Dm 14.97 in
French Daum Nancy 1910 Art Nouveau Chandelier / Pendant light A2 Cameo Floral
By Daum, Louis Majorelle
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
pendant light / chandelier Model A2. Breathtaking yellow orange red Cameo glass lamp shade with Flowers
Wrought Iron
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 27.56 in Dm 19.3 in
Danish Art Nouveau chandelier made of brass, copper and ceramic around 1910
Located in Hannover, DE
Take a look at this fantastic and very rare Art Nouveau chandelier from the beginning of the 20th
Brass, Copper, Iron
$4,687
H 30.32 in Dm 25.99 in
Gilded Iron and Crystal Chandelier Italian Louis XVI Style Antique Neoclassical
Located in Berlin, DE
Restored Gilded Iron and Crystal Chandelier Italian Louis XVI Style, circa 1910 A beautifully
Crystal, Iron
$7,648
H 41.34 in Dm 19.69 in
Swedish Modern Iron Glass Ceiling Chandelier Pendant Lamp by Böhlmarks, 1910s
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare and early Swedish modern jugend / art nouveau ceiling chandelier pendant lamp in
Iron
Large Cast Iron French Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A heavy cast iron chandelier with foliage motif on body and arms. Floral and foliage motif on body
Unique & Hand-Forged Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Pendant Light, circa 1910
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare design and quality crafted chandelier. This artistic work of blacksmith lighting art is an
Wrought Iron
$1,641
H 21 in W 7.4 in D 7.4 in
Antique Dutch Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Pendant with Cathedral Glass, ca. 1910
Located in Lisse, NL
ceiling pendant, hand-crafted in wrought iron around 1910 in the Netherlands. Originally created for the
Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Chinoiserie Painted & Gilded 6-Light Chandelier, early 20th cen.
Located in Atlanta, GA
constructed of both wrought and cast iron, painted and gilded, this chandelier features a pagoda
Iron, Wrought Iron
Antique Chandelier. Venetian Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Unusual gilded iron and crystal eight light antique Venetian cage style chandelier
Crystal, Iron
$7,589
H 17.72 in Dm 11.82 in
Antique Daum Nancy & Louis Majorelle chandelier / pendant light Art Nouveau 1910
By Louis Majorelle, Daum
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
pendant light / chandelier. Rare small model! Breathtaking yellow orange red Cameo glass lamp shade with
Wrought Iron
$299Sale Price|62% Off
H 9 in Dm 14 in
Antique cir1910 Hanging Lamp circa 1910 Mica Stickley era W7529 - 50% SALE
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
50% OFF SALE This is a great circa 1910 Mica hanging lamp in excellent condition. The lamp has one
Iron
Wrought iron ceiling lamp, Art Nouveau
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Beautiful Austrian Art Nouveau lamp from around 1910. Handcrafted from wrought iron with a gold
Wrought Iron
$619
H 11.82 in W 4.34 in D 11.42 in
Antique Early 20th Century Art Nouveau GEC Vaseline Glass Wall Lamp c.1910
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
Electric Company (GEC) c.1910. This refined piece of Edwardian lighting features exceptional
Wrought Iron
Unusual Art Deco Iron Pendants with Milk Glass Globe
By Far-Fetched, LLC.
Located in Houston, TX
Three unusual iron pendants with opaline glass globes: These iron pendants are wired for use within
Wrought Iron
$1,600Sale Price / item|36% Off
H 19 in Dm 19 in
Monumental 1910s Vintage Industrial Holophane Warehouse Pendant Light Cast Iron
By Holophane
Located in Hyattsville, MD
, Heavy, Glass and Cast Iron! Dia: 19 x H 19 in 29 lbs.
Iron
$80,000 / set
H 63 in Dm 23.63 in
2 Chandeliers in Alabaster, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1915
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Amazing pair of hanging lamps in alabaster and iron. Year: 1915 Material: alabaster and iron To
Alabaster, Iron
Oversized Wrought Iron Arts & Crafts Chandelier, circa 1910
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This authentic Arts and Crafts chandelier has a great mix of details that make it truly special
Wrought Iron
Hammered Iron Arts and Crafts Ring Fixture with Wheel Cut Ball Shades
By Beardslee Chandelier Co.
Located in Vancouver, BC
1920. This five-light ring fixture is hammered iron with punched cut-out and diamond stud detail
Iron
Iron and Bronze 12 Candle Chandelier
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This unique chandelier from the early 20th century incorporates traditional Gothic ornamentation in
Iron, Bronze
Large set of French Gothic Wrought Iron Chandeliers
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
-wrought iron chandelier was made in the French Gothic taste - with 4 globes lights and 4 lights inside
Iron
Masssive Centrepiece Craftsman Fixture, circa 1910
Located in Prescott, AZ
patina intact. Made of bronze or brass plated cast iron and bronze. Perfect for an entry light or over
Metal, Iron
Early 20th Century Ornate Iron Theatre Pendant
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A large theatre light made of iron, ornamentation covers nearly every inch of this breathtaking
Iron
Cast Iron Electrified Oil Lamp
Located in Austin, TX
Cast iron electrified oil lamp with 14" shade featuring hand-painted birds and a weight to adjust
Gothic Iron Three-Light Pendant with Hammered Finish
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This wonderful Gothic iron three-light cylindrical pendant feature a unique cut-out design on all
Iron
Oversized Hand Hammered Tudor 8 Candle Fixture
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Chandelier dimensions: 33” diameter x 42” height of body, 10” diameter canopy.
Aluminum, Brass, Iron
1910 French Green Wrought Iron Seven-Light Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Original green color wrought iron. Housing 7 lights (one light on bottom) detachable chains
Wrought Iron
Antique French Wrought Iron "Rooster" Chandelier, Circa 1910-1920.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Wrought Iron "Rooster" Chandelier, Circa 1910-1920.
Iron
Iron Chandelier from Austria, circa 1910
Located in Wiscasset, ME
wired for the US
Monumental Iron, Pine & Glass Chandelier Czechoslovakia, Circa 1910
Located in London, GB
A monumental iron, pine and glass chandelier designed and made in Czechoslovakia circa 1910. The
Iron
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H 23 in Dm 16 in
Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier with Dresden Porcelain Flowers Circa 1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Small antique French wrought iron chandelier with Dresden Porcelain flowers, circa 1910.
Iron
Arts and Crafts Hammered Iron Chandelier ca. 1910
Located in Petaluma, CA
Handsome ring-style fixture has original vaseline glass globes with a larger center globe. The ring itself is accentuated with vaseline glass chunk jewels. All this makes for a very ...
Metal
Antique Black Rustic Wrought Iron Danish Chandelier, circa 1910
Located in Round Top, TX
Large antique wrought iron chandelier from Denmark, circa 1910 with a large central chain
Antique Wrought Iron Chandelier with French Prisms, circa 1890-1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
A very graceful chandelier with lovely prisms and typical of the period.
Crystal, Wrought Iron
Pair of Large English Wrought Iron 15-Light Chandeliers, circa 1910
Located in Atlanta, GA
Formerly having original gas lines within the round frames, these large ring chandeliers retain
Wrought Iron
Antique Danish Gilded Wrought Iron Chandelier, circa 1910
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique gilded six light wrought iron chandelier from Denmark, circa 1900. The twisted rings top
Sold
H 36.62 in Dm 26.38 in
Italian Twelve-Light Two-Tier Crystal Chandelier with Iron Frame circa 1910
Located in Milano, MI
An Italian two-tiered chandelier with a partially gilt iron cage shaped frame, with a lovely
Crystal
Antique French Old Iron Tavern Chandelier with 8 Lights, Circa 1890-1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French old iron tavern chandelier with 8 lights, Circa 1890-1910. ICH147.
Iron
Lobmeyr Parlor Chandelier, circa 1910-1920
Located in Vienna, AT
An extravagant form of the so called "Maria-Theresia-Chandelier," which were made in Austria since
Crystal, Iron
Antique English Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1910 French wrought iron chandelier with three lights and gilt details. Measurements
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H 13.78 in Dm 15.75 in
Rare Daum Nancy ''Pinecone'' Chandelier / Flush Mount 1910 French Art Nouveau
By Daum, Louis Majorelle
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Most rare & breathtaking! This Daum Nancy ''Pinecone'' chandelier / ceiling light 1910 France in
Wrought Iron
Stunning Gilt Iron, Glass and Crystal Venetian Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning gilt iron, glass and crystal Venetian chandelier. Eighteen lights distributed in two
Crystal, Iron
Swedish "Carl Larsson" Chandelier with Six Arms, circa 1910
Located in New York, NY
Swedish "Carl Larsson" chandelier, six (6) arms, circa 1910, with carved ash framework and hinged
Iron
Antique Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron 4-Light Ceiling Fixture, Circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts ceiling fixture offers wrought iron construction with body having sides
Wrought Iron
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H 16.5 in W 17 in D 17 in
4 Arm Arts & Crafts Flush Mount Chandelier w/Original Iridescent Shades ca. 1910
Located in Petaluma, CA
This very handsome and quality flush mount chandelier can go in any room. The cast iron metalwork
Iron
20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Chandelier in Painted Forged Iron
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Splendid Italian art nouveau chandelier in forged iron 3-light, 1910s. Floral decoration with
Iron
Set of Three 1910 Large Gothic Bronze Chandeliers
Located in Surrey, BC
An exceptional set of three large gothic pendant lights , in bronze , brass and wrought iron
Bronze, Wrought Iron, Brass, Iron
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H 47.5 in W 17 in D 17 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron & Pulled Feather Ceiling Fixture, Circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts ceiling light fixture offers shaped and pierced wrought iron frame
Metal, Wrought Iron
20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Splendid Italian Art Nouveau chandelier wrought iron 4 lights, 1910s. Beautiful decorated.
Bronze
Rustic Wrought Iron Medieval Revival 5-Light Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Handwrought iron, medieval Revival chandelier with hammered texture and five-light with stout
Wrought Iron
Italian, Milanese, Wrought & Painted Iron 18-Light Chandelier, UL
Located in Atlanta, GA
beautifully wrought iron frame with concentric circles and foliate metal mounts, having two tiers
Wrought Iron
Italian Art Nouveau wrought iron chandelier by Alessandro Mazzucotelli, 1910s
By Alessandro Mazzucotelli
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Nouveau decorated wrought iron chandelier by Alessandro Mazzucotelli, 1910s Wrought
Wrought Iron
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H 25 in W 25 in D 5.25 in
Italian Wrought Iron 3-Light Horizontal Chandelier, 1st quarter 20th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a shaped arch-form top supported by spiral twisted columns supporting a lower section with three bobeches and shaped lower gallery, newly electrified
Wrought Iron
Milanese Masterfully Wrought Iron Seven-Light Chandelier, Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Wonderful example of the finely wrought iron chandeliers being made in and around Milan in the
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H 8.08 in W 4.14 in D 4.14 in
Paire De Bougeoirs Art Nouveau Sécession en fer forgé martelé vers 1910
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
) Période Art Nouveau style Sécession Viennoise , vers 1910 Très bon état Dimensions (pour chaque
Iron, Wrought Iron
Cubist Chandelier by Architect Josef Gočár
By Josef Gocar
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Cubist style chandelier by architect Josef Gočár. Original perfect condition. Rare design. We
Brass, Iron
Candle Light Traditional Antik Chandelier with Purple Crystal
Located in Berlin, DE
Restored Antique Chandelier: A Timeless Masterpiece Rediscovered in Berlin Presenting an
Crystal, Iron, Wire
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H 51.19 in Dm 37.41 in
Unique Cubist Style Chandelier by Architect Josef Gočár, Perfect Condition
By Josef Gocar
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Cubist style chandelier by architect Josef Gočár. Original perfect condition. No damages. Rare
Brass, Iron
Beautiful Art and Craft Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We also have our own line of wrought iron reproduction sconces and chandeliers, or we could do your
Iron
Large Antique French Iron Copper Nine-Light Pendant Light Fixture, 1910s
Located in Barntrup, DE
A large-sized early 20th-century French Gothic style wrought iron and copper chandelier of nine
Copper, Wrought Iron
Monumental Pair of Gothic Revival Hanging Chandelier Light Fixtures / Church
By John Hanson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Monumental pair of Gothic Revival hanging chandelier light fixtures / church lighting, Purportedly
Metal, Iron
Antique Aged Iron & Seeded Glass Lantern Pendant Chandelier
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A remarkable small antique lantern having wonderful aged iron with a curlicue pattern around the
Iron
Swinging Metal Enameled Lamps
Located in Milan, IT
Hanging metal enameled light, green copper color, with iron cage, to protect the bulb. The price
Metal, Enamel, Iron
Weiner Werkstätte Hanging Light
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in NYC, NY
A ceiling light made of hand-wrought iron covered in parchment which conceals the bulb with four
Wrought Iron
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H 21.26 in W 9.85 in D 19.69 in
Antique Blacksmith Made Arts & Crafts Holophane Prismatic Glass Wall Lamp c.1890
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An incredible and unusually large blacksmith made wall lamp. c.1910 Entirely handcrafted by a
Wrought Iron
Spanish Handwrought Iron Chandelier, circa 1910
Located in Dallas, TX
Spanish handwrought iron chandelier featuring conquistador faces. Measurements: 31" H x 21" W.
Iron
Antique French Wrought Iron 12-Light Chandelier, circa 1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French wrought iron 12-light chandelier, circa 1910. ICH144.
Wrought Iron
1910 Gothic Hand Forged Wrought Iron Figural 12 Light Chandelier with Detailing
Located in New York, NY
1910 12 light Gothic style wrought iron black chandelier with decorative detailing throughout. This
Wrought Iron
Antique Iron Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Filigree gilt and painted iron chandelier of great quality, ten lights.
Iron
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H 19.69 in Dm 16.15 in
Rare large ''Vignes'' Daum Nancy chandelier 1910 grapes Cameo Glass Wrought iron
By Daum
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Embrace the beauty of the Art Nouveau era with this exquisite DAUM Nancy chandelier! Model '' la
Wrought Iron
Antique French Iron Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Very nice hand-hammered French iron chandelier, six lights.
Iron
Set of Three circa 1910 Large Cathedral Chandeliers
Located in Surrey, BC
Monumental, cast iron and brass ecclesiastical chandeliers with original glass centre shade plus
Brass, Iron
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H 30 in Dm 20 in
Antique French Multi-Colored & Clear Crystal Wrought Iron Chandelier, Circa 1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Small antique French multi-colored and clear crystal wrought iron chandelier, Circa 1910-1920.
Crystal, Iron
Original Large Lobmeyr, Maria Theresien Style Parlor Chandelier, 1910/20
By J.L Lobmeyr, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Big, magnificent parlor chandelier so called "Maria Theresia Chandelier", circa 1910-1920, hand
Metal, Iron
Six Light Spanish Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a rustic wrought iron chandelier with a medieval-inspired design. It features a circular frame supported by four chains that converge at the top for hanging. The chandelier...
Wrought Iron
French Wrought Iron Chandelier Light Fixture
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hollywood Regency style six arm chandelier light fixture. All hand wrought iron with a verdigris bronze finish. Exceptional design and having the quality of Maison Jansen or Maison B...
Wrought Iron
Eight Light Tole Chandelier Clear And Amber Crystal Drops
Located in Bradenton, FL
Eight Light tole Chandelier with gold gilt tole leaves. Finish. Features clear and amber crystal droplets and gold leaf accents. Uses 60 watt maximum chandelier bulbs. Includes 6ft. ...
Crystal, Metal
French Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
French wrought iron chandelier featuring acanthus leaf decode and 6 arms topped with small shades.
Iron
$5,379 / item
H 42.01 in W 25.99 in D 1.19 in
Mid century style Ceiling Suspended Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Mid-century style Vintage Four ceiling suspended mirror with a high quality pure brass full frame with a bronze patina finish inspired by the celebrated work of Italian designer Gio ...
Brass, Bronze
$2,461
H 6.7 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
Sunburst Foliage Floral Light Fixture in Two-Tone Gilt Wrought Iron, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Lovely hand-hammered gilt iron floral ceiling light fixture with leaves and a central rose accent. Spain, 1950s. The leaves are gilded in two-tone: golden and green color. It has a ...
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Spanish Colonial 1900s 12-Light Iron Chandelier with Ring and Dark Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish Colonial iron chandelier from the early 20th century, with 12 arms and central ring. Created in the early years of the 20th century, this Spanish Colonial chandelier featur...
Iron
Large French Style Iron Chandelier with 15 Lights, Reproduction
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large French Style Iron Chandelier with 15 Lights, Reproduction
Iron
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Bronze Dore Eight-Light Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Created in France circa 1920 and built of bronze in the Louis XV style, the elegant antique chandelier is round in shape over a thick central stem and decorated with figural motifs i...
Bronze
Antique Country French Painted Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French painted wrought iron chandelier is a magnificent example of elegant and skilled craftsmanship in the finest traditions! The contoured oval frame serves as the ...
Wrought Iron
$3,824
H 37.01 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Italian Scrolled Wrought Iron and Stained Glass Hanging Hall Lantern, C. 1900
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant Italian scrolled foliage wrought iron and stained glass hanging hall lantern with one light interior. Originally candle powered and has been electrified. Antique lantern with...
Wrought Iron
Antique French Louis XVI Bronze Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI style bronze chandelier is a spectacular design, inspired by ancient Greek and Roman architecture! The original canopy survives, cast to depict a laurel rose...
Bronze
Antique French Provincial Iron Chandelier, Circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Provincial iron chandelier, Circa 1880.
Iron
$2,941
H 18.9 in Dm 23.63 in
Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron and Copper Castle Chandelier with Bronze Lion Heads
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare Arts & Crafts wrought iron and copper chandelier with beautiful bronze lion heads. This large and all-handcrafted chandelier is another one of our recent great finds. The bea...
Copper, Wrought Iron
Maison Jansen Style French Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Maison Jansen style French wrought iron chandelier brings the style to the fore with inspiration drawn from the Renaissance in France, with exuberant scrollwork, fleurs de lys, gold ...
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Steampunk Wrought Iron Church Chandelier
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Sturdy wrought iron art deco chandelier from the early 20th century, France. Steampunk style. With Edison light bulbs. The chandelier is re-wired and polished, the bulbs new Edison l...
Wrought Iron
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.
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