Porcelain Chandelier Antique
19th Century German Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Porcelain
Late 19th Century German Rococo Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Porcelain
Early 1900s German Rococo Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Porcelain
1920s German Art Deco Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Nickel
19th Century French Chinoiserie Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Bronze
Early 20th Century German Rococo Revival Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Porcelain
19th Century Russian Empire Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Ormolu
19th Century French Louis XV Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Metal
19th Century French Louis XVI Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Ormolu
19th Century French Louis XVI Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Ormolu
Early 20th Century French Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Bronze
19th Century Unknown Louis XVI Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Metal
19th Century Italian Louis XV Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Metal
19th Century Italian Rococo Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Porcelain
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Porcelain
19th Century French Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Bronze
19th Century French Neoclassical Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Bronze
1890s French Belle Époque Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Crystal, Ormolu, Bronze
19th Century French Louis XVI Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Metal, Ormolu
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Rock Crystal, Bronze, Metal
Mid-19th Century French Rococo Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Ceramic
Late 19th Century French Rococo Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Bronze
1880s Napoleon III Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Porcelain
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Victorian Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Bronze, Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Bronze
19th Century French Louis XVI Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Metal, Bronze
18th Century French Belle Époque Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Crystal, Ormolu
1890s French Napoleon III Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Brass
1910s Italian Rococo Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Porcelain
19th Century Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Iron
Early 20th Century French Porcelain Chandelier Antique
1920s French Louis XVI Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Bronze
Late 18th Century German Rococo Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Ormolu, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Wrought Iron
19th Century German Baroque Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Crystal, Bronze
Early 20th Century German Baroque Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Metal, Bronze, Brass
19th Century Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Ormolu
19th Century French Louis XVI Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Crystal, Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Arts and Crafts Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century French Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Brass
19th Century Italian Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Crystal
19th Century Italian Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Metal
1920s French Belle Époque Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Ormolu
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Bronze
19th Century Russian Neoclassical Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Crystal, Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Bronze
19th Century French Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Metal
19th Century French Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Brass, Iron
19th Century French Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Metal, Bronze
19th Century French Louis XVI Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Ormolu
19th Century Italian Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Tôle
19th Century Italian Other Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Metal
19th Century French Louis XVI Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Metal
Late 19th Century Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Metal
19th Century French Porcelain Chandelier Antique
Wrought Iron
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Finding the Right Chandeliers-pendant-lights for You
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To know if porcelain is antique, start by looking for any maker's marks and researching their origins. In many cases, it is necessary to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser to accurately date porcelain ware. You'll find a selection of expertly vetted antique porcelain on 1stDibs.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to identify an antique porcelain vase is to check for a maker’s mark. Gently flip the vase over and look for a signature or logo on the bottom. You may also find the name of the artist or designer. Old vases were also made in wood-based kilns, so an antique vase will likely have small imperfections such as coarseness, crackling or asymmetry. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your vase. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of expertly vetted antique porcelain vases.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to tell the approximate age of a porcelain vase, including identifying the maker's mark. These are usually located on the bottom of the vase. The maker's mark can help you find the era of manufacture once you know the company or studio that produced the piece. Look for imperfections, which were inevitable with wood-fuelled kilns of the past but uncommon with modern gas-fuelled kilns. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique porcelain from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One thing to look for in an antique porcelain figure is to look for the maker’s mark, usually found on the bottom of the piece. The porcelain figure will also have a delicate fragile quality to it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique porcelain figures from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to determine the age of porcelain lamps is to work with an appraiser. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted porcelain lamps and other decor on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, some antique porcelain is worth something. Many collectors actively seek out certain types of porcelain that are at least 100 years old. Some favorites among collectors include Chinese pottery, china crafted by makers like Rosenthal and Lenox and figurines produced by Meissen, Dresden, Nymphenburg and Capodimonte. Generally, the type, style, age, maker and condition will all play a role in determining how much antique porcelain is worth. If you wish to have any pieces in your collection evaluated, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of antique porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a couple points to check in determining if your chandelier is antique. The drops were faceted on both sides, and there also may be daisy-shaped glass buttons. You can also shop a range of chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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