1920's Tudor Revival Five Light Chandelier
By CHANDELIER
Located in Denver, CO
A handsome 1920's Tudor revival five light chandelier with a subtly rich gold patina with classic
Metal, Brass
1920's wrought iron flush mount light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very nice 1920's flush mount wrought iron light, the patina is so much nicer in person, very hard
Brass, Wrought Iron
Stunning 16-Light Murano Crystal Chandelier, circa 1920s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A wonderful very large sixteen light Murano glass and cut crystal silvered chandelier, Italy, circa
Crystal
Beautiful and rare 1920's wrought iron light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful and rare 1920's iron light, the patina is so much nicer in person, it is so beautiful i
Brass, Wrought Iron
Antique English Bronze Four Light Church Chandelier, Hardwired, 1920s
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1840 Antique English 4 light bronze church chandelier 14 " tall plus 12 inches chain and canopy
Bronze
$725Sale Price|50% Off
1920s Silvered Bronze Chandelier, Italian Brass, Five-Light Design
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Five-light chandelier has a silver plated finish. The heavily scrolled arms radiate from an
Brass
Beautiful and Elegant 1920's Bronze and Crystal Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful and rare bronze and crystal light, the picture speak for it self.
Crystal, Bronze
1920's American Leaded Glass Light fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's American leaded glass light fixture with 8 interior lights.
Metal
Antique English 41 Light Ballroom Crystal Chandelier 1920s
Located in London, GB
three tiers, circa 1920 in date. This magnificent chandelier has exceptional crystal covered casting
Crystal, Ormolu
Large Oval Wrought Iron Light Fixture, Early 20th Century 1920's
Located in San Francisco, CA
interesting shape. Recently re-wired and ready to install. In excellent condition. 1920's
Wrought Iron
$3,700Sale Price|62% Off
1920s Georgian Style Cut Crystal 5-Light Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Georgian style chandelier with waterfall oriented crystals on the top and bottom, intricately cut
Crystal, Metal, Brass, Silver Leaf
1920s English Silvered Bronze 9 Light Chandelier Laurels and Fruit
Located in New York, NY
Silvered bronze chandelier with detailed laurel leaf and fruit castings. This is English made in
Bronze
Antique German Bavarian Carved Wood Tavern Light, Circa 1910-1920's.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique German Bavarian Carved Wood Tavern Light with Musical Figures, Circa 1910-1920's.
Wood
Antique German Bavarian Carved Wood Tavern Light, Circa 1910-1920's.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique German Bavarian Carved Wood Tavern Light with Musical Figures, Circa 1910-1920's.
Wood
$12,000 / item
1920's Large Leaded Opaline Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's large leaded glass light fixture with 8-10 interior lights.
Opaline Glass
Antique German Bavarian Carved Wood Tavern Light, Circa 1910-1920's.
Located in New Orleans, LA
1910-1920's.
Wood
1920s Maison Baguès style Six-Light Bronze and Crystal Flower Chandelier
By Maison Baguès
Located in Schoorl, NL
French 1920s chandelier in the shape of a bouquet with crystal flowers and bronze stem after Maison
Crystal, Bronze
Art Deco Five-Light Bronze and Glass Floral Motif Chandelier, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful French Art Nouveau bronze chandelier from the 1920s. Five bronze arms decorated with
Bronze
French Brass and Porcelain Flower Five-Light Chandelier, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French brass and porcelain flower five-light chandelier, the 1920s. This adorable chandelier is
Brass
French Art Deco Alabaster and Frosted Glass Four-Light Chandelier, ca. 1920s
By Atelier Petitot
Located in Barntrup, DE
create both ambient and architectural light. This elegant French Art Deco chandelier dates to the early
Alabaster, Bronze
$18,000 / item
1920’s Caldwell Large Leaded Glass Light Fixtures Pair
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
circa 1920’s leaded glass large light fixture with interior lights (3 available)
Bronze
French Art Deco 1920s Iron Chandelier Eight Light Chandelier with Scrolling Arms
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Art Deco period wrought iron eight-light chandelier from circa 1920 with large scrolling
Wrought Iron
1920's Silver Plated Light Fixture with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
a circa 1920's silver plated light fixture with Opaline glass inset, with 6 lights and 2 interior
Bronze
Italian 1920s Rock Crystal Beaded Eight-Light Chandelier with Rosettes
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian 1920s rock crystal eight-light chandelier with petite beads draping the silvered metal
Rock Crystal, Metal
Austrian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Austria, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass pendant light designed and produced in Austria, c. 1920s. Moderate patina consistent with
Brass
German Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, Germany, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A bronze-colored metal pendant light designed and produced in Germany, c. 1920s. Dramatic patina
Metal
XXL Art Deco Eight-Light Alabaster and Bronze Chandelier, circa 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
, architectural light diffusion. An impressive XXL French Art Deco chandelier dating from the circa 1920s
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze
Austrian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Austria, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass pendant light likely designed and produced in Austria, c. 1920s. Dramatic patina
Brass
Italian, Milano, Wrought Iron & Faded Green Painted 2-Light Pendant, ca. 1920's
Located in Atlanta, GA
two large scrolls join to form the body of this chandelier, with pierced bobeches atop the lower
Wrought Iron
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Light Fixture with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell neoclassic style light fixtures with beautiful Opaline glass inset.
Bronze
Nickel plated Brass & Alabaster 5-Light Chandelier, Sweden 1920s to 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
Swedish designer 5-Light Art Deco Chandelier, 1920s to 1930s. This awesome chandelier features a
Alabaster, Brass, Nickel
English 1920s Globe Light
Located in London, GB
A very smart English 1920s globe pendant light suspended on three twisted brass rods in the form of
Brass
French 1920s Four-Light Chandelier with Faceted Crystals and Beaded Strands
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French four-light chandelier from circa 1920 with curving arms, faceted crystals and beaded
Crystal
Vintage Swedish Grace Ceiling Light, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful Swedish Grace ceiling light in a large size. Made from bronze with a large, wide frosted
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass pendant light likely designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1920s
Brass
French Empire Style Seven-Light Bronze, Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
This beautiful French Empire-style chandelier features six bronze swan arms. Dark green painted
Bronze, Brass
German Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Chrome, Germany, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A white opaline glass and chrome-plated metal pendant light likely designed and produced in Germany
Chrome
German Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Nickel, Germany, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A white opaline glass and nickel pendant light likely designed and produced in Germany, c. 1920s
Nickel
German Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, Glass, Germany, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A marbled beige glass and lacquered metal pendant light likely designed and produced in Germany, c
Metal
French Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, Glass, France, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and marmorated glass pendant light likely designed and produced in France, c. 1920s
Metal
German Art Deco Counterweight Pendant Light 1920s
Located in Berlin, DE
Art Deco adjustable solid brass pendant light. Germany, 1920s-1930s Lamp sockets: 2x
Brass, Bronze
Bag Turgi, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Switzerland, 1920s
By BAG Turgi
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass pendant light produced by Bag Turgi, Switzerland, c. 1920s
Brass
German Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Chrome, Germany, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
Germany, c. 1920s. The metal stem and canopy presents with light to moderate oxidation. Overall
Metal, Chrome
German Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Nickel, Germany, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
An orange-colored glass and nickel pendant light likely designed and produced in Germany, c. 1920s
Nickel
Hézez Freres, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, France, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A hand-painted alabaster-style yellow glass and patinated brass pendant light produced by Hézez
Brass
German Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Germany, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and green etched glass pendant likely designed and produced in Germany, c. 1920s. The
Brass
1920s Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's medium size leaded glass chandelier with flowers ornaments on body
Glass
Danish Designer, Pendant Light, Alabaster, Brass, Denmark, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
An alabaster and brass pendant light likely designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1920s. Overall
Alabaster, Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Alabaster, Fabric, Sweden, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
An alabaster and brown fabric cord pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1920s
Alabaster
Large Italian 1920s Crystal Gilt Metal Eight-Light Chandelier with Scrolled Arms
Located in Atlanta, GA
This large Italian gilt metal and crystal eight-light chandelier from the early 20th century
Crystal, Metal
French Art Deco Bronze and White Frosted Glass Three-Light Chandelier, ca. 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
softly diffused light. This elegant French Art Deco chandelier dates to the 1920s and features a finely
Bronze
Large Vintage French 1920s Crystal Chandelier With Six Lights
Located in Buchanan, NY
This large, French 1920s six-light chandelier features cut glass and crystal components, refracting
Crystal
Stunning and Pure Art Deco Hand Carved Wood Chandelier Pendant Light, 1920s
Located in Lisse, NL
around the globe. This large geometric design chandelier is another one of those unique light fixtures
Metal
French Louis XVI Style Bronze and Crystal Glass Three-Light Chandelier, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
An adorable French Louis XVI style chandelier from the 1920th. The central lighting cluster is
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
Art deco Hexagonal Frosted Glass Pendant Light 1920s Belgium
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning exceptional 1920s Belgium Art deco pendant light with Brass top and a glass shade. Highly
Metal
French Designer, Pendant Light, Alabaster, Metal, Rope, France, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-patinated metal, rope and beige alabaster pendant light likely designed and produced in
Alabaster, Metal
German Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, Glass, Brass, Germany, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
An alabaster-printed beige glass, brass and metal pendant light likely designed and produced in
Metal, Brass
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.
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.
Chandelier lighting is a branched, highly ornamented light fixture that is typically (suspended from) mounted on ceilings lamps.
The typical dining room chandelier has four to six lights which is the optimum amount of light for a dining room
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