Swedish Grace Ceiling Light, Simon Gate, Orrefors, Sweden, 1920s
By Simon Gate, Orrefors
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful flush mount ceiling light by Simon Gate, in a Swedish Grace design. Blue colored frosted glass with a glass bell hanging from the bottom. Lovely brass decorative details.
Brass
Edward Hald Ceiling Light, Peach Glass & Metal, Swedish Design, 1920s
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful ceiling light by Edward Hald, made with diluted peach colored glass and oxidized metal. Decorative cut zigzag pattern and scalloped edge.
Glass
$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 ornately cast center piece.
Brass
Art Deco 24 Beveled Glass Panels and Brass Pendant, Ceiling Light, Lantern 1920s
Located in Lisse, NL
Practical size and excellent condition, brass and beveled glass Adolf Loos style lantern. This stylish and timeless design pendant is all handmade and in excellent condition. This h...
Brass
Great Shape, Size and Color, 1920s Art Deco Glass Pendant Light / Ceiling Lamp
Located in Lisse, NL
With the evenly divided, marble-like veins in the glass bowl, this unique pendant is an absolute joy to own and look at, both with the light switched on and off.
Brass
Art Deco Yellow Pendant Light by G.V. de Croismare, Muller Frères, France, 1920s
By G.V. de Croismarre
Located in Roma, IT
French Art Deco pendant lamp in yellow blue and orange Pâte de Verre glass by G.V. de Croismare, Muller Frères Luneville, 1920s. This hanging lamp is an extraordinary piece from the ...
Art Glass
1920s English Silvered Bronze 9 Light Chandelier Laurels and Fruit
Located in New York, NY
This English-made chandelier from the first quarter of the 20th century is constructed of cast bronze with a silvered finish. The central baluster-form shaft is heavily decorated wit...
Bronze
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 Baguès. Holds six candelabra light bulbs. In good vintage condition.
Crystal, Bronze
Antique English 41 Light Ballroom Crystal Chandelier 1920s
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful English Ballroom crystal chandelier with forty-one lights arranged over in three tiers, circa 1920 in date. This magnificent chandelier has exceptional crysta...
Crystal, Ormolu
1920s Caldwell Silver Plated Light Fixture with Opaline glass
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s silver plate light fixture neoclassic style with Opaline glass inset and three lights
Silver Plate, Bronze
Industrial Painted Steel and Faceted Mirror Factory Pendant Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
All original, 1920s, painted steel, factory pendant light features a dropped faceted mirror plate with porcelain socket with chain and canopy.
Brass, Steel
1920s French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier in Glass & Brass
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Bring timeless French elegance into your home with this authentic French Art Deco pendant chandelier, crafted in France during the 1920s.
Brass
Original Art Deco Brass / Glass Lantern Hanging Light, 1920s
Located in Berlin, BE
This very rare and pretty lamp from the Art Deco period is looking for a new home. The design is like a lantern. Beautiful frosted glass with pattern. It would look wonderful in a sm...
Brass
Art Deco Pendant Chandeliers by Degué, Frosted Glass & Brass, 1920s
By David Gueron Degue
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Rare Pair of French Art Deco Pendant Chandeliers by Degué, France, 1920s A true pair of antique light fixtures is always rare—and this elegant pair of French Art Deco pendant chande...
Brass, 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 frame.
Rock Crystal, Metal
Set of English Leaded Glass Pendant Light Fixtures, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Set of four English circa 1920s leaded glass pendant light fixtures. Sold individually.
Glass
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 nickel-plated brass frame with intricate detailing and warm amber / caramel colored ...
Alabaster, Brass, Nickel
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 strands. This exquisite French four-light chandelier from circa 1920 captivates with its...
Crystal
Large Original Art Deco Glass Hanging Light, Lamp, Glass / Brass, 1920s
Located in Berlin, BE
Very decorative large glass lamp hanging on a golden chain. From the Art Deco period, ca. 1940. Exceptionally beautiful marbling and perfectly preserved glass. All other parts are n...
Brass
Large Italian 1920s Crystal Gilt Metal Eight-Light Chandelier with Scrolled Arms
Located in Atlanta, GA
The upper arms, branching out to form double S-scrolled arms joined by beaded crystal garlands and ending with rosette and pear-shaped crystal pendants, support the inverted stretche...
Crystal, Metal
Pair of French 1920s Crystal Light Fixtures with Campanula, Ribbon and Rosettes
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French crystal light fixtures from the early 20th century, with campanula, ribbon and rosette motifs. This pair of French crystal light fixtures from the early 20th century...
Crystal
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 motifs. This exquisite French Art Deco period chandelier, dating back to circa 1920,...
Wrought Iron
$5,800 / item
Pair of Italian Carved Wood Pendant Light Fixtures
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920s Italian carved wood pendant light fixtures with three interior lights.
Fruitwood
Amber Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French alabaster pendant light fixture with interior lights.
Alabaster
Antique Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Italian carved alabaster pendant light fixture with three interior lights.
Alabaster
Art Deco Pink Alabaster Light
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French pink alabaster pendant light fixture with 3 interior lights.
Alabaster
Neoclassical Style Brass and Glass Pendant Light with Hand-Painted Landscape
Located in Barntrup, DE
Neoclassical style brass and glass pendant light with hand-painted landscape from circa the 1920s.
Brass
Delightful Art Deco ROBA PARIS Pendant Light Opalescent Glass Flower Sculptures
By Roba - Paris
Located in Lisse, NL
Very stylish and rare, 1920s Art Deco pendant light with a beautiful color.
Brass
Antique Amber Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French alabaster pendant light fixture with interior lights.
Alabaster
French Cut Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French cut glass pendant light fixture with three lights.
Cut Glass
French Neoclassical Style Bronze and Frosted Glass Pendant Light with an Eagle
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Neoclassical style bronze and frosted glass pendant light with an eagle from circa the 1920s.
Bronze
Unique Large Arts & Crafts Brass Pendant Light with Glass Mosaic Shades 1910
Located in Lisse, NL
Keywords: arts and crafts pendant light, 1920s mosaic lamp, opaline glass light, hammered brass chandelier, jugendstil lighting, antique ceiling light, craftsman style pendant, vinta...
Brass, Bronze, Wire
French Art Nouveau Blue and Violet Stained Glass and Brass Pendant Light, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Art Nouveau Blue & Violet Stained Glass Pendant Light with Brass Frame, France, 1920s This stunning Art Nouveau pendant light features a beautiful stained glass shade in shades ...
Metal, Brass
Antique English Pendant Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s English bronze pendant light fixture with four interior lights.
Bronze
Muller Frères Art Deco Chandelier, Brass & Glass, France, 1920s
By Muller Frères
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
A superb French Art Deco chandelier by Muller Frères, Croismare, created in France during the late 1920s, this elegant ceiling fixture beautifully reflects the innovation and artisti...
Brass
French Blue Opaline Glass and Bronze Chandelier, circa 1920s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A beautifully hand - crafted opaline glass and bronze six - light chandelier, France, circa 1920. Socket: 6 x e14 Diameter: 23.62 inches. Height. 33.46m inches. New wiring for US st...
Bronze
Huge German Art Nouveau Bronze and Opal Glass Globe Chandelier, 1920s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A huge German 6 -light dark bronze chandelier, circa 1920s. This beautiful and stunning light fixture is made of solid bronze with white opal glass globes. Every single part of the c...
Bronze
Silvered Bronze and Crystal Chandelier Attr. to Lobmeyr, circa 1920s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A beautiful, high quality silvered bronze and cut crystal twelve-light chandelier attr. to Lobmeyr, circa 1920s. Socket: 12 x e14 (for standard screw bulbs). New rewired.
Crystal, Bronze
Pair of German Solid Bronze Mermaids Chandeliers with Fish Motif, 1920s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A large pair of German 12 -light dark bronze mermaids chandeliers, circa 1920s. This beautiful and stunning light fixtures are made of solid bronze with torch-holding mermaids and fi...
Bronze
Large Austrian Cut Crystal and Glass Chandelier Attr. to Lobmeyr, ca.1920s
By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A beautiful, large cut crystal and glass eight - light chandelier attr. to Zahn/Lobmeyr, Austria, ca. 1920s. Measurements: Diameter - 25.59 inches / Height - 48.42 inches. Socket :...
Crystal
French Art Nouveau Brass White Opaline Glass Pendant Light 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Art Nouveau glass pendant Brass bulb holder with white opaline shad with clear green glass edge. 2 meter / 80 inches black cotton wire. Weight: 0.75 kg / 1.7 lb Priced per ...
Brass
Vintage Art Deco White Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920s Opaline glass pendant light with nickel plated brass gallery by Philips, Holland 2 meter / 80” black cotton wire Weight: 1.95 kg / 4.3 lb Priced per individual item.
Nickel
1920s Grand Byzantine Brass Entryway Lantern Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
1920s Byzantine style large lantern pendant light made of brass.
Brass
MAXONADE Wide French Art Deco Modernist Pendant Chandelier 1920
By Maxonade
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Compatible with LED bulbs. This 1920s French pendant light by Maxonade exemplifies the timeless appeal of early 20th-century French lighting design, where craftsmanship, innovation,...
Nickel
French Art Nouveau Brass Clichy Pink Colored Glass Pendant Light 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Art Deco “Clichy” pink coloured glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder 2 meter / 80 inches black cotton wire. Weight: 0.70 kg / 1.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps ...
Brass
Antique 1920s Opaline Glass Shade with Hand Painted Landscape Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
This early 20th century light fixture is both a pendant and a work of Fine Art and we have never seen one of this artistic class and beauty.
Brass
JANY Art Deco Pendant Chandelier, Etched Glass & Brass, France, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Pendant Light by Jany, France, 1920s. Elegant French Art Deco pendant light by Jany, created in France during the 1920s.
Brass
French Art Deco Brass Etched Glass Pendant Light 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920 French Art Deco clear, etched glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder E14 bulb holder Weight: 1.00 kg / 2.2 lb E14 bulb holder. Priced per individual item. All lamps have been ...
Brass
French Art Deco Brass Etched Glass Pendant Light 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920 French Art Deco clear, etched glass pendant lamp Brass glass holder E14 bulb holder Weight: 1.10 kg / 2.4 lb E14 bulb holder. Priced per individual item. All lamps have been ...
Brass
A Suite of 6 Large Opaline Globe Bronze-Mounted Pendant Fixtures
Located in Montreal, QC
A 1920s bronze pendant light with a large white opal glass globe.
Bronze
Delightful, Peach Color Art Deco Pendant / Flush Mount, Relief in Frosted Glass
Located in Lisse, NL
Very stylish and rare 1920s Art Deco pendant light with a beautiful color.
Brass
French Art Deco Brass Frosted Cut Glass Pendant Light 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920s French Art deco pendant light Brass top with cut glass shade Height including canopy and chain : 60 cm / 23.6” Diameter ceiling plate : 12 cm / 4.7” Weight: 1.30 kg / 2.9 lb...
Brass
French Art Nouveau Brass Pink Satin Glass Pendant Light 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Art Nouveau glass lamp Brass bulb holder with pink glass shade. 2 meter / 80 inches black cotton wire. Weight: 0.70 kg / 1.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have b...
Brass
French Art Nouveau Brass Green Satin Glass Pendant Light 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Art Nouveau glass lamp Brass bulb holder with satin green glass shade. 2 meter / 80 inches black cotton wire. Weight: 0.50 kg / 1.1 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps...
Brass
French Art Nouveau Brass Pink Satin Glass Pendant Light 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Art Nouveau glass lamp Brass bulb holder with Pink & White glass shade. 2 meter / 80 inches black cotton wire. Weight: 0.60 kg / 1.3 lb Priced per individual item. All lamp...
Brass
Art Nouveau French Brass and White Pressed Glass Pendant Light, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Art Nouveau, white pressed glass pendant lamp ca. 1920 Brass chain Weight: 2.50 kg / 5.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international ...
Brass
Art Nouveau French Brass and Pink Pressed Glass Pendant Light, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Art Nouveau, pink pressed glass pendant lamp ca. 1920 Brass chain Weight: 2.50 kg / 5.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international s...
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.
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