$2,382
H 31.5 in Dm 13.39 in
EXQUISITE CIRCA 1940's ENGLISH POLISH BRASS & CYLINDRICAL GLASS HANGING LANTERN
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
1940-1960 English Brass & Cylindrical glass hanging lantern Please note the delivery fee listed is
Brass
1940's Mole Richardson Theatre Hanging Stage Pendant Lamp
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Mole Richardson Theatre Hanging Stage Pendant Lamp. Heavy weight pressed steel quality
Steel
Swedish Modern Hanging Lamp by ASEA, Sweden 1940s
By ASEA
Located in Utrecht, NL
industrial company. The historic company has had a decisive impact on how the Swedish lighting industry
Brass
Swedish Modern Brass Hanging Lamp with Openwork Element, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Hanging lights have been used as decorative focal points for rooms since the early 20th century. In
Brass
Art Deco style Hanging Lamp in Marbled Glass & Brass, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish art deco/functionalist pendant light partially perforated solid brass and marbled glass. It was manufactured in Denmark during the mid-late 140s. New and secure wire and fitti...
Brass
$2,200
H 25.2 in W 19.29 in D 7.87 in
Charming chandelier hanging lamp, Murano glass, by Barovier, 1940s Murano Italy
By Barovier
Located in Wien, AT
Wonderful ceiling hanging lamp, chandelier, made of hand-blown glass and bronze, made by the famous
Bronze
Carl-Axel Acking Opal Glass Hanging Lamp for ASEA, Sweden ca 1940s
By ASEA, Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Utrecht, NL
lighting industry. This hanging ceiling lamp is a result of the collaboration between the ASEA and Carl
Opal, Brass
Vintage 1940's Gold & Silver Leaf Ceramic Hanging Lamp
Located in Hudson, NY
A very nice 1940's ceramic hanging lamp, in bell form, wtih a finish of silver and gold leaf, with
Ceramic
Lantern Hanging Light in Wrought Iron and Bronze, 1940s
By Gilbert Poillerat
Located in CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE, FR
Elegant lantern circa 1940 in thick frosted cylindrical glass in a bronze and wrought iron frame
Brass, Iron
1940's Barovier & Toso Hanging Lantern
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful glass hanging lantern in excellent original condition.
Glass
French 1940's Aluminum Hanging Fixtures
Located in New York, NY
Industrial looking hanging light fixture. Open aluminum design. Four are available. Each
Aluminum
1940's French Industrial Hanging Light
Located in New York, NY
Industrial steel light fixture from factory in France / great details and hardware / nice patina
Steel
1940s Murano Hanging Lantern
Located in London, GB
Italian 1940s Murano glass hanging lantern with central glass bowl.
Brass
Scandinavian Functionalist Hanging Lamp in Glass & Bakelite, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
original bakelite top. It was manufactured in Scandinavia during the 1930s or 1940s. The functionalist
Opaline Glass, Bakelite
A French 1940s Patinated Silver Hanging Light
Located in London, GB
An unusual 1940s beaten and silvered metal hanging light, with honeycomb pattern. Please note
Metal
A Clear 1940s Murano glass Waterfall Hanging Light
By Ercole Barovier
Located in London, GB
Italy, circa 1940 An unusual early twentieth century hanging light with glass fluted stem and
Murano Glass
Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s
Located in Milano, IT
A blown glass hanging lamp. Manufactured in Italy, 1940s.
Blown Glass
1940s Swedish Modern Glass and Brass Hanging Pendant Light
Located in London, GB
A 1940s Swedish modern ceiling lamp, with opaline glass shade and brass crown, hanging by a brass
Brass
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H 31.11 in Dm 21.26 in
1940s Copper and Opaque Glass Pendant Hanging Light by Josef Hůrka for Napako
By Josef Hurka, Napako
Located in London, England
1940s copper and opaque glass pendant light by Josef Hurka for Napako. A simple yet striking "Space
Copper
Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A blown glass hanging lamp, manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s.
Blown Glass
Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A blown glass hanging lamp, manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s.
Blown Glass
Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy 1940s-1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A blown glass hanging lamp, manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s.
Glass
Large Pair of Round Art Deco Hanging Light Fixtures, France, circa 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Handsome pair of very large, round, disc-shaped hanging light fixtures. The body of the
Metal and Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy 1940s
Located in Milano, IT
A metal and blown glass hanging lamp. Manufactured in Italy, 1940s.
Metal
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H 29.14 in Dm 18.12 in
Hanging Lamp Brass Blown Glass Engraved Decorated Glass Vintage, Italy, 1940s
Located in Milano, IT
A hanging lamp, brass, blown glass, engraved decorated glass. Manufactured in Italy, 1940s.
Brass
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H 48.04 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in
Brass Hanging Lamp Guglielmo Ulrich Style Manufactured in Italy 1940s-1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Milano, IT
A brass hanging lamp in the style of Guglielmo Ulrich. Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s.
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H 33.47 in Dm 19.69 in
Fascinating Art Deco Heart-shaped hanging Chandelier by Barovier e Toso, 1940s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, IT
in the 1940s-1950s, with the shape of Hearth. The chandelier is 85 cm high and measures 50 cm wide
Murano Glass
1940's Italian Iron Hanging Lamp with Sailing Ship after Gio Ponti
Located in Hanover, MA
Lovely vintage 1940's Italian chandelier with original green painted tole and wrought iron framing
Wrought Iron
Hanging Lamp Attributed to Paolo Buffa Glass and Brass, Italy, 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milano, IT
A hanging lamp attributed to Paolo Buffa, glass and brass. Manufactured in Italy, 1940s.
Brass
1940's Swiss hanging lamp BAG Turgi
Located in New York, NY
Hanging lamp in polished steel. The shade has been remade in the original paper and sewn leather.
Steel
A Venini Hanging Light, 1940's
Located in London, GB
A Venini hanging light with twirly leaves in Reticello glass, 1940's. It comes with two poles
Murano Glass
Vintage 1940's Hanging Copper Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Copper lantern with a domed top and copper ribs and banding. The glass has a very slight amber tint and is molded with soft indentations. Single bulb. The chain and canopy add 12" P...
Glass
Gilt Metal 1940's Hanging Pendant Sun Fixture
Located in Culver City, CA
gilt iron hanging pendant fixture. newly electrified.
Metal
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H 17.75 in W 17.75 in D 17.75 in
Large 1940's English Industrial Glass and Copper Hanging Lantern
Located in Washington, DC
Large 1940's English Industrial Glass and Copper Hanging Lantern
Brass
1940's French 6-Arm Hanging Light
Located in London, GB
bottom of the arms. The six original cream shades have dark red velvet edging. France circa 1940 The
Brass
Gilt Metal 1940's Hanging Pendant Sun Fixture
Located in Culver City, CA
Gilt iron ceiling fixture. Can be mounted at celing or hung from a chain. Professionally electrified.
Iron
1940's Art Deco Murano Glass Hanging Light
Located in Miami, FL
Quite elegant and transitional, this beautiful light could go with many decors. Robust standing fan shaped glass supported by metal bands that continue to bottom of fixture.
Italina 1940's Brass Patina and Green Hanging Fixture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very Italian 1940's original paint and brass hanging light fixture.
Brass
1940's Gilt Bronze & Lucite Four-arm Hanging Light
Located in London, GB
French four arm gilt bronze chandelier with perpex (lucite) blocks and balls on the central rod. Re-electrified for the UK.
Ormolu
Gilt Metal 1940's Hanging Pendant Sun Fixture
Located in Culver City, CA
Gilt metal ceiling fixture may be hung from a chain or mounted at celing. Professionally electrified.
Gilt Metal 1940's Hanging Pendant Sun Fixture
Located in Culver City, CA
Gilt metal ceiling fixture may be hung from a chain or mounted at celing. Professionally electrified.
Metal
Pair of 1940s Murano Glass Hanging Lights
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Kent, GB
A pair of 1940s Murano glass hanging lights, designed by Barovier and Toso.
Murano Glass
Pair of 1940s Hanging Tear Drop School House Globes
Located in Portland, OR
A pair of 1940s hanging tear drop school house globes. Comes with new fitter wiring and canopies
Glass
Set of Two 1940s Moroccan Gilt Tole Hanging Lanterns
Located in Sint-Kruis, BE
Set of two 1940S moroccan gilt tole hanging lanterns
Tôle
Finnish 1960's modern opaline glass plafond lamp, Valinte Oy
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing the stunning Finnish mid-century modern glass plafond lamp, a true gem of vintage lighting. This exquisite piece features a sleek design with a combination of metal and o...
Metal
Regency Palmette Cloche Lantern, Brass
By Vaughan Designs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Regency Palmette Cloche lantern, this three-light lantern design features intricate metalwork and a decorative hand-blown globe. The acanthus leaf Palmette motif on the band and the ...
Brass
LUdown Cylinder Flush Mount
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The LUdown cylinder flush mount fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires is part of our contemporary collection. Available In patinated unlacquerd brass or aged silver and steel with (1) E26 m...
Steel, Brass, Gold, Silver
$5,752 / item
H 14.57 in Dm 10.63 in
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Silk & Brass Moldauer Pende, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
For the residence of the Banker Dr Dietrich Moldauer material: Patinated brass, silk, all other colors are possible. Literature: Sekler, Josef Hoffmann – Das architektonische Werk, S...
Brass
$2,699 / item
H 23.63 in Dm 23.63 in
Caeli Classic Handcrafted Brass Rattan Pendant Light Fixture, Flow Collection
By Jonathan Amar
Located in Paris, FR
The Caeli-S contemporary handcrafted made-to-measure pendant light fixture features an expertly handcrafted brass structure and a hand-woven rattan shade. This piece creates a warm a...
Brass
$7,750
H 24.61 in Dm 24.81 in
Mid-Century Brass and Opal 'ER 68/6' Chandelier for Itsu, Finland ca 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Utrecht, NL
By the 1950s, Finland had firmly established itself as a force for innovation in design. The most distinctive qualities of Finnish light fixtures are their functionalist form that is...
Opal, Brass
Single Model 12733 Sconce by Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce
By Arredoluce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single Sconce by Arredoluce. Manufactured in Italy, circa 1960's. Brass. Wired for U.S. standards. Custom brass backplate. We recommend one E12 American candelabra 60w maximum bulb p...
Brass
Italian Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian chandelier from the 1950 s .The chandelier is rewired for USA standard and it is in original condition tarnish Brass.
Metal, Brass
$4,500 / item
H 36 in Dm 32.5 in
Glossy Cream Ceramic Lola Chandelier in Antique Brass 3-Arm 32.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Three antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to three tall stoneware ceramic shades in a glossy glaze with a subtle off-white hue. With a fixed black walnut o...
Brass
$1,544Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 13 in Dm 17 in
Smooth (17") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
A plaster pendant in a smooth, undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940's plaster plafonnier. Hanging by three white chains; with 3 medium ...
Metal
Charlotte Pedestal
By Josh Greene
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed by Josh Greene. Square oak pedestal.
Oak
$4,200
H 26.75 in Dm 19.25 in
Bent Karlby Attribution, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, red-lacquered metal and opaline glass chandelier attributed to Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Denmark, 1950s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.78” H x 3.38” Diameter Socket takes st...
Metal, Brass
Model "ER 77/3" Chandelier with Floral Details for Itsu, Finland 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Utrecht, NL
By the 1950s, Finland had established itself as a force for innovation in design. The best qualities of Finnish light fixtures are their atmospheric light and disciplined, functional...
Brass
$1,900Sale Price / item|46% Off
H 27.56 in Dm 14.18 in
Cylindrical Lantern in Louis XVI Style Brass Glass Pendant Lighting
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant Louis XVI Style Brass Lantern: Illuminate in Style Discover our exquisite collection of large cylindrical lanterns in the timeless Louis XVI style, a harmonious fusion of br...
Brass
$7,043 / item
H 14.57 in Dm 23.63 in
Modern vintage style pendant light in solid brass and lacquered metal
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
This modern chandelier is composed of an off-white lacquered metal dome and four bell shades in patinated solid brass. The lower central hexagonal bar is also made of solid brass. We...
Metal, Brass
Hans Bergström, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Ateljé Lyktan, Hans Bergström
Located in High Point, NC
A twelve-armed brass and white fabric chandelier designed by Hans Bergström and produced by Atelje Lyktan, Åhus, Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 24” H x 30” Diameter ...
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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