Set of Chandeliers with Crystal Drops, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of three French circa 1920's gilt chandeliers with crystal drops, and an interior light. Sold
Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal
Set of Chandeliers with Crystal Drops, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of three French circa 1920's gilt chandeliers with crystal drops, and an interior light. Sold
Crystal
1920’s French Gilt Iron and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1920’s French Patinated and Gilt Iron Chandelier. Chandelier is adorned with faceted crystal drops
Crystal, Iron
Antique Italian Silver Gilt Metal Chandelier, 1920s
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Italian silver gilt metal chandelier. It includes 4 lights with Austrian crystal bobeches
Metal
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Chandelier with Gilt Ornaments
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell chandelier with gilded details ,matching sconces available.
Bronze
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Chandelier with Cut Glass
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze light fixture with cut glass inset. (6 interior lights)
Bronze
Very Large Gilt Iron Chandelier, Italy, circa 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Large chandelier decorated with large roses, entwined ivy and various other foliate elements.
Metal
1920s Italian Giltwood Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
1920s Italian eight arm Louis XV style gilt wood chandelier.
Wood
$11,247
H 49.22 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
Italian gilt bronze chandelier with glass and crystals from the 1920s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Large chandelier in gilt bronze, glass, and crystal. Italian production from the 1920s. This grand
Crystal, Bronze
1920s French Chandelier, Gilt Metal Frame, Crystal Accents, 8 Lights
Located in London, GB
This chandelier was made in France in the 1920s. This decorative light has a gilt metal frame
Crystal, Metal
Italian 1920s Art Deco Gilt Iron Chandelier
Located in Montclair, NY
A very nice Italian Art Deco chandelier, circa 1920. Entirely hand-wrought and gilt iron with
Iron
Gilt Metal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Italian gilt metal chandelier with glass beads and drops with original patina
Metal
Gilt Metal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s French gilt metal chandelier with rock crystal pendants and six interior candelabra
Crystal, Metal
Antique Crystal and Gilt Brass Chandelier 1920s, France
Located in Bastogne, BE
Circa 1920s Classic Style Chandelier with five light bulbs. Manufactured in France. Richly
Crystal, Brass
French Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's gilt bronze and crystals chandelier with 9 candelabra lights. Measurements: Present
Crystal, Bronze
$3,350
H 29.53 in Dm 19.69 in
Art Decò 1920s Pendant Chandelier, Murano-Glass Green Decored , Gilt Brass
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1920s Refined three-light Art Deco chandelier, with three leaves in green colored Murano glass The
Brass
1920s Georgian Style 8 Arm Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
20th Century gilded bronze chandelier designed in a Georgian style with eight arms and an ornate
Gold
$3,110
H 31.5 in Dm 17.72 in
Italy 1920s Chandelier Art Deco, Gilt Brass and Painted Brass with Five Lights
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Art Deco pendant lamp, gilded brass and green painted brass with five arms. Minimalist design. Electrical system redone and functional, ready for use. Measure in cm. Height 80, ...
Brass
Gilt Metal "Bamboo" Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French gilt metal chandelier with original finish. Measurements: Height: 23
Metal
Fire Gilted Art Deco Chandelier with Original Glass Shade Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Fire Gilted Art Deco chandelier with original glass shade around 1920s Original condition.
Brass
Antique 1920s French Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Crystal Chandelier
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Gorgeous early 19th century French Louis XVI style finely cut crystal and bronze gilt eight-light
Crystal
1920's Italian Crystal Chandelier with Gilding Traces on Bronze Carriage
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A luminous expression of early-20th-century Italian glamour, this 1920's crystal-beaded chandelier
Crystal, Bronze
French Gilt Chandelier with Crystals
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French gilt metal chandelier with crystal beads and glass pendants with 8 candelabra
Crystal, Metal
Gilt Metal Chandelier with Magnolia Flowers
Located in New York, NY
An Italian 1920's gilt metal chandelier with white magnolia flowers. 6 lights. Measurements: Drop
Metal
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
English Gilt Chandelier with Blue Crystals
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's English gilt bronze chandelier with blue crystal pendants and 12 arms. Measurements
Crystal, Bronze
Antique Italian Gilt Metal Chandelier with Crystals
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Italian gilt metal chandelier with crystal pendants, 12 candelabra lights
Crystal, Metal
French Neoclassical Style Gilt Brass and Glass Ceiling Light, 1920s
Located in New Orleans, LA
1920s. This adorable Neoclassical style three-light ceiling lamp features an impressive and ornate
Brass
Gilt Bronze and Rock Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French gilt bronze chandelier with crystals and rock crystals. Measurements
Rock Crystal, Bronze
French Gilt Metal Chandelier with Crystal Pendants
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's gilt metal ten-arm chandelier with emerald green crystals. Measurements
Crystal, Bronze
$8,995
H 47 in Dm 42 in
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 Gilt Rock Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French gilt bronze chandelier with 9 lights, with amethyst rock crystal pendants
Crystal, Bronze
Carved and Gilt Wood Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920’s Italian carved and gilt wood chandelier with 8 arms. Measurements: Current drop
Giltwood
Gilt Bronze Chandelier with Round Pendants
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French gilt bronze foliage design chandelier with round glass drops and with 8 arms
Bronze
French 1920s Chandelier - Large & Decorative With Twelve Arms & Lights
Located in London, GB
This chandelier was made in France in the 1920s. The chandelier has a gilt metal frame with a nice
Crystal, Metal
Large French Gilt Metal Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An Italian circa 1920s gilt metal 8 light chandelier with pearl shaped glass beads and tear drop
Crystal, Metal
$42,500
H 44 in W 27 in D 27 in
Maison Bagues French Art Deco Gilt Metal and Baccarat Crystal Chandelier
By Maison Baguès
Located in Queens, NY
French (1920's) gilt metal chandelier with 2 tier 12 beaded crystal scroll design arms and various
Crystal, Metal
$1,758 / set
H 8.27 in Dm 6.3 in
Pair of French Art Deco Gilt Bronze and Clear Glass Ceiling Lights, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Pair of French Art Deco gilt bronze and clear glass ceiling lights, the 1920s. A beautiful pair of
Bronze
$3,469
H 33.08 in Dm 19.69 in
1920s Art Deco Chandelier Three Lights, Golden Brass and Murano Glass, Restored
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1920s Art Deco chandelier three lights in golden brass and Murano glass engraved and decorated by
Brass
French Neoclassic Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French gilt and patinated chandelier with original patina. 6 lights. Measurements
Bronze
$14,500Sale Price|23% Off
H 55 in Dm 34 in
Majestic Gilt French Twelve-Light Rock Crystal Large Chandelier Baguès Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
This wonderful very large 1920s gilt iron French cage chandelier has twelve lights with an
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Iron
French Crystal Beaded Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French gilt metal chandelier with 12 lights. Measurements: Height: 29" Diameter: 31"
Crystal, Metal
French Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French gilt bronze crystal chandelier with 6 candelabra lights. Measurements: Drop
Crystal, Bronze
Painted Tole Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French painted and gilt tole chandelier. Measurements: Drop: 25" Diameter: 16".
Metal
Pagoda Shaped French Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A French circa 1920's gilt metal chandelier with crystal beads and blue glass pendants
Metal
Empire Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An Empire style, 1920s gilt bronze and tole chandelier with eight lights. The body with medallion
Painted Iron Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French painted and gilt iron chandelier with 8 lights. Measurements: Height of body
Iron
Antique Red Tole Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A French circa 1920's painted tole chandelier with gilt details with 5 candelabra lights
Metal
Green and Red Oxide Painted Chandelier
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Italian 1920s green, red and gilt painted chandelier with arrow detail. Fully rewired.
Brass
Large Art Deco Glass Roses and Alabaster Pendant, France, circa 1920s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A wonderful french art deco alabaster and bronze pendant, circa 1920s. This beautiful fixture is
Alabaster, Bronze
1920's Bronze Chandelier
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful 1920's bronze chandelier with gilt accents
Bronze
1920s Gilt Tole Eight-Arm Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
1920s gilt tole eight-arm chandelier with acanthus leaf and spiral motifs. Electrified.
Metal
Bagues French Gilt Bronze & Crystal Ship Chandelier, ca.1920's.
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
chandelier of great detail and workmanship by BAGUES,ca.1920's.
Crystal, Ormolu
Gilt Bronze Caldwell Chandelier, circa 1920s
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
A wonderful six-light, circa 1920s gilt bronze Caldwell chandelier. Neoclassical style. Will be
French Aqua and Gilt Iron Cage Form Crystal Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Outstanding French 1920s gilt iron and cut crystal chandelier with painted tole details. Beautiful
Iron
Pair of gilt chandeliers with crystals
Located in New York, NY
A pair of French, circa 1920's gilt chandeliers with crystal drops on body. Original finish. 6
Petite Spanish Gilt Metal Chandelier C. 1920's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite four light gilt metal chandelier. This fixture has been completely rewired and has chain
Wrought Iron, Gold
Circa 1920's wood beads and gilt metal chandelier
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#1-1597 Hand made wood beads and gilt metal 6 lite chandelier
1920s French Gilt Metal Chandelier with Porcelain Flowers
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920 French gilt metal chandelier with porcelain flowers on body. Available in our 209 59th
Metal
Sold
H 44.49 in W 12.21 in L 44.49 in
Stunning circa 1920s French Gilt Bronze Cherub Angel Ceiling Light Chandelier
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning circa 1920s French gold gilt bronze Cherub flying
Bronze
1920s Small Six-Armed Silver Gilt Chandelier
Located in Surrey, BC
A silver-gilded, small chandelier from the Art Deco period. Acquired in New York City, and fully re
Silver Leaf
1920s Spanish Gilt Metal Ceiling Light
Located in Buchanan, NY
Spanish gilt metal hanging light with original glass.
Iron
Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920's Italian gilt bronze chandelier with 6 arms and hammered surface. Available at our 238
Bronze
Neoclassic Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French gilt bronze chandeliers of neoclassic style.
Empire Style Gilt Wood Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
French circa 1920's carved and gilt wood chandelier with original gilt finish and some blue painted
Wood
Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French gilt bronze and crystal chandelier with original patina, 7 interior lights
Gilt Metal Chandelier with Porcelian Flowers
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French gilt metal chandelier with porcelain flowers and with crystal spear in center
Metal
French Gilt Metal Chandelier with Crystals
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French gilt metal chandelier with molded glass leaves and crystal flowers
Crystal, Metal
1920s French Carved Wooden Chandelier
Located in High Point, NC
A carved wooden chandelier from France, circa 1920. A brass chain supports a carved wooden tassel
Hardwood
Carved and Gilt Wood Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920's Italian carved and gilt wood chandelier with 8 arms. With foliage motif on arms and
Gilt Metal and Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French gilt metal chandelier with crystal drops. The body covered with crystal beads
French Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A French 1920's gilt bronze and crystal chandelier with 6 arms and 6 interior lights. Measurements
Crystal, Bronze
Gilt Bronze Chandelier with Crystal Insets
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French gilt bronze chandelier with crystal insets, in the shape Montgolfier hot air
Crystal, Bronze
Gilt Tole Italian Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A gilt metal , 1920s 3 light chandelier with porcelian flowers. Original patina. 19
Metal
Sold
H 30.5 in Dm 27 in L 30.5 in
E F Caldwell Six-Light Flemish Style Bronze Gilded Chandelier, circa 1920s
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Savannah, GA
A six-light Flemish style chandelier with a full-figured baluster-form body. Bronze with gilded
Bronze
Large French Gilt Bronze and Rock Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A French circa 1920s gilt bronze chandelier with gilt bronze finish and original patina rock
Rock Crystal, Amethyst, Bronze
Large Neoclassic Gilt Bronze and Rock Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French neoclassic style gilt bronze chandelier with rock crystal drops. With 20
Majestic Gilt French Twelve-Light Rock Crystal Large Chandelier Bagues Fixture
By Maison Baguès
Located in Roslyn, NY
This wonderful Very Large 1920s gilt iron French cage chandelier has twelve lights with an
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Iron
Italian Gilt Iron and Crystal Chandelier with Amethyst Prisms
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional, Italian 1920s gilt iron and crystal chandelier in the Louis XVI style. The
Crystal, Iron
Gilt Metal Chandelier With Rock Crystal
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French gilt metal chandelier with crystal beads and with rock crystal drops
1920s Florentine Beaded Crystal and Brass Six-Arm Chandelier
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This elegant beaded crystal and brass, six-arm chandelier was made in Florence during the 1920s
Crystal, Brass
Italian Beaded Pendant, circa 1920s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chandelier pendant, in the Italian Maria Theresa style, having a gilded iron, cage-frame encrusted
Crystal, Metal
Opaline glass chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Italian gilt metal chandelier with colored beads and drops. 22" drop ,23"diameter.
Metal
French Empire Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French painted and gilt bronze chandelier with 3 lights. Measurements: Drop: 26
Bronze
Pair of Large Italian Crystal Chandeliers, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large sixteen-light circa 1920's Italian gilt metal chandeliers with blue and clear
Crystal, Metal
French Bronze Chandelier with Crystal Flowers
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French gilt bronze chandelier with crystal leaves and flowers. Measurements
Bronze
Pair of French Tole Chandeliers, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1920s French tole chandeliers with gilt details on body. Sold Individually
Metal
Empire Style Chandelier with Molded Glass Body
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s gilt and patinated bronze chandelier with molded and cut glass chandelier with
Florentine Beaded Crystal and Bronze Six-Arm Chandelier
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This elegant beaded crystal and bronze, six-arm chandelier was made in Florence during the 1920s
Bronze
Sold
H 35.44 in Dm 31.5 in
Large French Art Deco Cut Crystal Globes & Gilt Bronze Ornate Chandelier, 1920s
Located in Coimbra, PT
Gorgeous, heavy antique gilt bronze French Art Deco cut crystal glass globes 6-light chandelier
Crystal, Bronze
Jean Noverdy French Art Deco "Sunrise" Art Glass Chandelier 1920s
By Jean Noverdy
Located in Coimbra, PT
French Art Deco chandelier or pendant by Jean Noverdy , France, 1920s. Mottled blown thick double
Metal
Sold
H 25.6 in Dm 25.6 in
Danish Empire Style Large Chandelier of Gilded + Brown Metal Women Figures 1920s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large Empire style eight-armed chandelier made of a combination of gilded and brown-patinated metal
Metal, Brass
Italian Wood and Gilt Metal Six-Arm Chandelier
Located in Troy, MI
This circa 1920s Italian wood and gilt metal chandelier has six arms with candle style lights
Metal
French Crystal and Gilt Bronze Chandelier with Four Lights
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This c. 1920's gilt bronze chandelier with four lights boasts festooned strands of crystal beads
Crystal, Ormolu
Large Italian Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A large Italian, circa 1920s gilt metal and crystals chandelier with 18 lights. Original patina
Incredible Maison Baguès Silver Rock Crystal Floral Centre Chandelier Fixture
By Maison Baguès
Located in Roslyn, NY
This incredible original 1920s, Maison Baguès silvered gilt chandelier has fifteen-lights on two
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Metal
1920's Italian Tole and Crystal Gilt Chandelier
Located in Charleston, SC
A wonderfully unique Italian tole and crystal gilt chandelier with solid crystal bowbashes.
Crystal, Tôle
A 1920's French Crystal and Gilt Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
With hand cut crystal prisms and gilded brass arms supporting six sockets. Recently rewired for US specifications.
Crystal, Brass
1920s Italian Gilt Iron and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Natchez, MS
Italian gilt iron and crystal chandelier from the 1920s with eight arms. Chandelier has been re
1920's French Tole Chandelier with Porcelain Flowers
Located in Austin, TX
A romantic small Chandelier made of gilded tole with leaf motifs and porcelain roses. The fixture
Tin
Sold
H 38.19 in Dm 26.38 in
Large 1920s English Silver Gilt and Crystal Waterfall Base Festoon Chandelier
Located in Stockport, GB
1920s English silver gilt crystal chandelier with a waterfall base dressed in hand-cut lead crystal
Crystal, Silver, Steel
1920s Italian Tole Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Early 20th century Italian tole nine-arm chandelier with worn gold leafing and wax sleeves. This
Iron
French Empire Style Tole and Gilded Bronze Chandelier, 1920s
Located in Austin, TX
Beautiful French Empire Style Chandelier made of tole painted forest green with gilded bronze
Metal, Bronze
Italian Gilt Iron And Crystal Chandelier
Located in Natchez, MS
1920'S GILT IRON Italian chandelier with magnificent pendulouge and draping. This is a lovely
Crystal, Iron
French Gilt Crystal Ceiling Mount Chandelier, circa 1920s
Located in Atlanta, GA
French gilt crystal ceiling mount chandelier, circa 1920s.
Crystal
1920s Italian Painted Wood and Metal Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
A wonderful twelve-light chandelier from Italy, circa 1920s, made of painted wood and metal with
Metal
Exquisite 1920s French Art Deco Chandelier
Located in Kingston, NY
This exquisite 1920s French Art Deco chandelier features gilt bronze detailing with floral design
Alabaster, Bronze
1900 Caldwell Silver Plated Chandelier 8 Lights
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1900’s Caldwell silver plated chandelier with 8 lights, with leaves design
Bronze
$4,500
H 31 in W 28 in D 28 in
Neoclassical Silvered 8-Light Chandelier Attributed to Caldwell and Co.
Located in New York, NY
A fine silvered chandelier in the neoclassical style, attributed to Edward F. Caldwell, with candelabra size sockets, candle covers and wiring, ready for use.
Britannia Standard Silver
1900 Caldwell Silver Plated Engraved Small Chandelier 6 lights
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1900 Caldwell silver plated bronze small chandelier with 6 lights. Engraved flowers on body and cups
Silver Plate, Bronze
Exceptional Silvered and Gilt Bronze Eight Arm Chandelier by E. F. Caldwell
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This truly amazing chandelier in the Baroque taste is by the renown maker, Edward F. Caldwell.
Bronze
Regence Style Silvered Bronze Chandelier Attributed to E. F. Caldwell
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This quality six arm chandelier is beautifully cast, and features a baluster form central shaft. Adorned with scallop shells, it terminates in a pinecone finial.
Bronze
1900’s Caldwell Silver Plated Chandelier
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell silver plated 8 lights chandelier very unusual floral design
Silver Plate
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Engraved Chandelier
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's silver plated Caldwell chandelier with unusual scrolled arms with 8 lights
Bronze
1920s Caldwell Silver Plated Ornament Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with ornament on body
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell 8 Lights Chandelier with Cherubs
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated chandelier with cherubs atop and 8 lights
Bronze
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Chandeliers with 8 Lights
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Caldwell 1900's silver plated chandelier with unusual design on body. Very hard to find, available pair
Bronze
1920 Caldwell Chandelier 8 Lights
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
1920 Caldwell bronze chandelier with 8 lights
Bronze
1900 Caldwell Silver Plated 16 Light Chandelier
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 Caldwell 16 lights silver plated chandeliers from a very prominent state in NYC with a beautiful neoclassic design
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with Gilt Ditales
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated double light sconces with gilt details
Bronze
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.
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
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.