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1940s Hanging Lighting

1940's Classic Green Revo Hanging Lamps - 12 Inch
1940's Classic Green Revo Hanging Lamps - 12 Inch

1940's Classic Green Revo Hanging Lamps - 12 Inch

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1940’s Classic Green Revo Hanging Lamps – 12 Inch.

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Vintage 1940s English Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Sheet Metal

Italian Alabaster and Brass Hanging Ceiling Lamp, 1940s
Italian Alabaster and Brass Hanging Ceiling Lamp, 1940s

Italian Alabaster and Brass Hanging Ceiling Lamp, 1940s

Located in Milan, IT

An elegant Italian hanging ceiling lamp from the 1940s, combining a softly contoured alabaster diffuser with refined brass fittings and suspension chains.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Metal, Brass

Danish Art Deco Brass Hanging Lamp, Denmark 1940s
Danish Art Deco Brass Hanging Lamp, Denmark 1940s

Danish Art Deco Brass Hanging Lamp, Denmark 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

The Art Deco movement, which emerged in the early 20th century, is known for its bold geometric shapes, luxurious materials, and an emphasis on streamlined forms. Art Deco came as a ...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Swedish Modern Hanging Lamp by ASEA, Sweden 1940s
Swedish Modern Hanging Lamp by ASEA, Sweden 1940s

Swedish Modern Hanging Lamp by ASEA, Sweden 1940s

By ASEA

Located in Utrecht, NL

ASEA (before 1977 - Allmänna Svenska Elektriska Aktiebolaget), was a Swedish electrotechnical company headquartered in Västerås. It was founded in 1883 and was, until 1987, the city'...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Swedish Modern Brass Hanging Lamp with Openwork Element, Sweden 1940s
Swedish Modern Brass Hanging Lamp with Openwork Element, Sweden 1940s

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 Scandinavian mid-century design, where interior lighting is of particular importan...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Art Deco style Hanging Lamp in Marbled Glass & Brass, 1940s
Art Deco style Hanging Lamp in Marbled Glass & Brass, 1940s

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...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Model "E8655" Hanging Lamps by Fog & Mørup, Denmark ca 1940s
Pair of Model "E8655" Hanging Lamps by Fog & Mørup, Denmark ca 1940s

Pair of Model "E8655" Hanging Lamps by Fog & Mørup, Denmark ca 1940s

By Fog & Mørup

Located in Utrecht, NL

As examples of Danish lighting from the 1940s, these pieces demonstrate a willingness to experiment with form while retaining the elegance and restraint that would later become hallm...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

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Vintage 1940's Gold & Silver Leaf Ceramic Hanging Lamp
Vintage 1940's Gold & Silver Leaf Ceramic Hanging Lamp

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 bits of orange underneath. wonderful treatment and nice scale and form.

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Vintage 1940s American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic

Lantern Hanging Light in Wrought Iron and Bronze, 1940s
Lantern Hanging Light in Wrought Iron and Bronze, 1940s

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 with a nuanced green patina. Attributed to Gilbert Poillerat Perfect condition of pre...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Iron

1940's Barovier  & Toso Hanging Lantern
1940's Barovier  & Toso Hanging Lantern

1940's Barovier & Toso Hanging Lantern

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H 21 in W 13.5 in D 5.5 in

1940's Barovier & Toso Hanging Lantern

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful glass hanging lantern in excellent original condition.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Lanterns

Materials

Glass

French 1940's Aluminum Hanging Fixtures
French 1940's Aluminum Hanging Fixtures

French 1940's Aluminum Hanging Fixtures

Located in New York, NY

Industrial looking hanging light fixture. Open aluminum design.
Four are available. Each sold separately.

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Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

1940's French Industrial Hanging Light
1940's French Industrial Hanging Light

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

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Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

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EXQUISITE CIRCA 1940's ENGLISH POLISH BRASS & CYLINDRICAL GLASS HANGING LANTERN
EXQUISITE CIRCA 1940's ENGLISH POLISH BRASS & CYLINDRICAL GLASS HANGING LANTERN

EXQUISITE CIRCA 1940's ENGLISH POLISH BRASS & CYLINDRICAL GLASS HANGING LANTERN

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Vintage circa 1940-1960 English Brass & Cylindrical glass hanging lantern Please note the del...

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Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Brass

1940s Murano Hanging Lantern
1940s Murano Hanging Lantern

1940s Murano Hanging Lantern

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H 29.53 in Dm 8.67 in

1940s Murano Hanging Lantern

Located in London, GB

Italian 1940s Murano glass hanging lantern with central glass bowl.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Lanterns

Materials

Brass

1940's Mole Richardson Theatre Hanging Stage Pendant Lamp
1940's Mole Richardson Theatre Hanging Stage Pendant Lamp

1940's Mole Richardson Theatre Hanging Stage Pendant Lamp

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1940’s Mole Richardson Theatre Hanging Stage Pendant Lamp.

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Vintage 1940s European Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Scandinavian Functionalist Hanging Lamp in Glass & Bakelite, 1940s
Scandinavian Functionalist Hanging Lamp in Glass & Bakelite, 1940s

Scandinavian Functionalist Hanging Lamp in Glass & Bakelite, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A pastel light-yellow opaline glass shade decorated with horizontal blue stripes. It retains its original bakelite top. It was manufactured in Scandinavia during the 1930s or 1940s. ...

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Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Bakelite

A French 1940s Patinated Silver Hanging Light
A French 1940s Patinated Silver Hanging Light

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: This comes with one metre of bespoke patinated brass chain, made in our workshops. C...

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

A Clear 1940s Murano glass Waterfall Hanging Light
A Clear 1940s Murano glass Waterfall Hanging Light

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 unfurling tendrils of foliate form, all issuing from a vase raised above a gadrooned gl...

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Early 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s
Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s

Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s

Located in Milano, IT

A blown glass hanging lamp. Manufactured in Italy, 1940s.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

1940s Swedish Modern Glass and Brass Hanging Pendant Light
1940s Swedish Modern Glass and Brass Hanging Pendant Light

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 rod. Currently not wired.

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Carl-Axel Acking Opal Glass Hanging Lamp for ASEA, Sweden ca 1940s
Carl-Axel Acking Opal Glass Hanging Lamp for ASEA, Sweden ca 1940s

Carl-Axel Acking Opal Glass Hanging Lamp for ASEA, Sweden ca 1940s

By Carl-Axel Acking, ASEA

Located in Utrecht, NL

Carl-Axel Acking was a Swedish architect, author and furniture designer, winner of the Lunning Prize in 1952. Known for his refined sense of proportion and functional elegance, Carl-...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Brass

Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s
Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s

Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s

Located in Milano, IT

A blown glass hanging lamp, manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s
Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s

Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s

Located in Milano, IT

A blown glass hanging lamp, manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy 1940s-1950s
Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy 1940s-1950s

Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy 1940s-1950s

Located in Milano, IT

A blown glass hanging lamp, manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Large Pair of Round Art Deco Hanging Light Fixtures, France, circa 1940s
Large Pair of Round Art Deco Hanging Light Fixtures, France, circa 1940s

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 fixtures is made up of a copper-colored outward-curving metal rim, with a frosted glass ba...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Metal and Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy 1940s
Metal and Blown Glass Hanging Lamp Vintage Manufactured in Italy 1940s

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.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Hanging Lamp Brass Blown Glass Engraved Decorated Glass Vintage, Italy, 1940s
Hanging Lamp Brass Blown Glass Engraved Decorated Glass Vintage, Italy, 1940s

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.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Brass Hanging Lamp Guglielmo Ulrich Style Manufactured in Italy 1940s-1950s
Brass Hanging Lamp Guglielmo Ulrich Style Manufactured in Italy 1940s-1950s

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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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Fascinating Art Deco Heart-shaped hanging Chandelier by Barovier e Toso, 1940s
Fascinating Art Deco Heart-shaped hanging Chandelier by Barovier e Toso, 1940s

Fascinating Art Deco Heart-shaped hanging Chandelier by Barovier e Toso, 1940s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Roma, IT

Splendid Art Deco chandelier attribuited to Ercole Barovier made by the glassworks Barovier & Toso in the 1940s-1950s, with the shape of Hearth. The chandelier is 85 cm high and meas...

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Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

1940's Italian Iron Hanging Lamp with Sailing Ship after Gio Ponti
1940's Italian Iron Hanging Lamp with Sailing Ship after Gio Ponti

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 a model of an 18th century three masted merchant ship. Three glass globes each h...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Empire Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Charming chandelier hanging lamp, Murano glass, by Barovier, 1940s Murano Italy
Charming chandelier hanging lamp, Murano glass, by Barovier, 1940s Murano Italy

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 Barovier glass factory in Murano, Italy, in the 1940s. The lamp impresses with it...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Hanging Lamp Attributed to Paolo Buffa Glass and Brass, Italy, 1940s
Hanging Lamp Attributed to Paolo Buffa Glass and Brass, Italy, 1940s

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.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1940's Swiss hanging lamp BAG Turgi
1940's Swiss hanging lamp BAG Turgi

1940's Swiss hanging lamp BAG Turgi

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H 35.44 in Dm 17.72 in

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.

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20th Century Swiss Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

A Venini Hanging Light, 1940's
A Venini Hanging Light, 1940's

A Venini Hanging Light, 1940's

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H 31.5 in Dm 22.05 in

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, original long pole or a shorter pole as in the image.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage 1940's Hanging Copper Lantern
Vintage 1940's Hanging Copper Lantern

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...

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Vintage 1940s American Lanterns

Materials

Glass

Gilt Metal 1940's Hanging Pendant Sun Fixture
Gilt Metal 1940's Hanging Pendant Sun Fixture

Gilt Metal 1940's Hanging Pendant Sun Fixture

Located in Culver City, CA

gilt iron hanging pendant fixture. newly electrified.

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20th Century Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Large 1940's English Industrial Glass and Copper Hanging Lantern
Large 1940's English Industrial Glass and Copper Hanging Lantern

Large 1940's English Industrial Glass and Copper Hanging Lantern

Located in Washington, DC

Large 1940's English Industrial Glass and Copper Hanging Lantern

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Vintage 1940s English Lanterns

Materials

Brass

1940's French 6-Arm Hanging Light
1940's French 6-Arm Hanging Light

1940's French 6-Arm Hanging Light

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H 34.65 in W 24.02 in D 16.15 in

1940's French 6-Arm Hanging Light

Located in London, GB

Gilt and patinated bronze six-arm chandelier. The body of the light with curved arms supporting the shades is suspended from a rectangular ceiling canopy by two straight patinated br...

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Gilt Metal 1940's Hanging Pendant Sun Fixture
Gilt Metal 1940's Hanging Pendant Sun Fixture

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.

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20th Century French Flush Mount

Materials

Iron

1940's Art Deco Murano Glass Hanging Light
1940's Art Deco Murano Glass Hanging Light

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.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Italina 1940's Brass Patina and Green Hanging Fixture
Italina 1940's Brass Patina and Green Hanging 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.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1940's Gilt Bronze & Lucite Four-arm Hanging Light
1940's Gilt Bronze & Lucite Four-arm Hanging Light

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.

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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ormolu

Gilt Metal 1940's Hanging Pendant Sun Fixture
Gilt Metal 1940's Hanging Pendant Sun Fixture

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.

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20th Century French Flush Mount

Gilt Metal 1940's Hanging Pendant Sun Fixture
Gilt Metal 1940's Hanging Pendant Sun Fixture

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.

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20th Century French Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1940s Murano Glass Hanging Lights
Pair of 1940s Murano Glass Hanging Lights

Pair of 1940s Murano Glass Hanging Lights

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H 19.5 in W 16 in D 7 in

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.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of 1940s Hanging Tear Drop School House Globes
Pair of 1940s Hanging Tear Drop School House Globes

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. They come with 36" of cord. These globes came directly from a Mid-Century School in ...

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Set of Two 1940s Moroccan Gilt Tole Hanging Lanterns
Set of Two 1940s Moroccan Gilt Tole Hanging Lanterns

Set of Two 1940s Moroccan Gilt Tole Hanging Lanterns

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H 19.69 in W 29.53 in D 25.6 in

Set of Two 1940s Moroccan Gilt Tole Hanging Lanterns

Located in Sint-Kruis, BE

Set of two 1940S moroccan gilt tole hanging lanterns

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Vintage 1940s Moroccan Lanterns

Materials

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1940s Copper and Opaque Glass Pendant Hanging Light by Josef Hůrka for Napako
1940s Copper and Opaque Glass Pendant Hanging Light by Josef Hůrka for Napako

1940s Copper and Opaque Glass Pendant Hanging Light by Josef Hůrka for Napako

By Napako, Josef Hurka

Located in London, England

1940s copper and opaque glass pendant light by Josef Hurka for Napako. A simple yet striking "Space Age" pendant hanging light which is similar in shape to a UFO. The bulbs are conce...

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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

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Industrial green enamel pendant light made in Poland during the 1960s. White enamel inside the shade. Iron top. The porcelain socket requires standard E27/ E26 light bulbs. New wire....

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1940s Hanging Lighting For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of 1940s hanging lighting on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, every piece of 1940s hanging lighting was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right item from our selection of 1940s hanging lighting, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Industrial styles are of considerable interest. A well-made choice in our collection of 1940s hanging lighting has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier and Fontana Arte are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1940s Hanging Lighting?

A piece of 1940s hanging lighting can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,109, while the lowest priced sells for $50 and the highest can go for as much as $22,500.

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.