Indusrial Halophane, Pendant Light, Italy 1950
Located in Nice, FR
Italian industrial luminaire from the 1950s, steel and glass, with 3 E 27 bulbs, sandblasted glass
20th Century Italian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Glass
Indusrial Halophane, Pendant Light, Italy 1950
Located in Nice, FR
Italian industrial luminaire from the 1950s, steel and glass, with 3 E 27 bulbs, sandblasted glass
Glass
CEILING LIGHT, Italian style, 1950
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Hanging lamp Material: Murano Country: Italian If you want to live in the golden years, this is
Chrome
CEILING LIGHT, Italian style, 1950
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Hanging lamp Country: Italian If you want to live in the golden years, this is the lighting that
Chrome
CEILING LIGHT, Italian style, 1950
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Hanging lamp Country: Italian If you want to live in the golden years, this is the lighting that
Chrome
Mid Century Italian Stilnovo Neoclassical Pendant Light C.1950
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
Mid Century Italian Stilnovo Neoclassical Pendant Light C.1950 An Italian Stilnovo hanging light
Metal
Stilnovo Original Black Shade Glass Pendant Light, Italy, 1950
By Bruno Gatta, Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Stilnovo pendant light (marked) Italy, 1950; Applied manufacturer's label to inner shade
Chrome, Aluminum, Brass
$1,337Sale Price|20% Off
H 35.44 in Dm 9.45 in
Vintage Mid-Century Stilnovo Pendant Light, Opaline Glass, Italy 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Vintage Mid-Century Stilnovo Pendant Light, Opaline Glass, Italy 1950 Vintage pendant lamp
Brass, Steel
Italian Wicker Wire and Rattan Pendant Hanging Light 1950's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1789 Beautiful MCM Wover wicker and pendant lamp lantern Italy 1950's Rewired takes one 100 watt
Brass
Italian pendant light in glass, black metal and brass, 1950
By Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Pendant light from 1950 In the manner of Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte Vertical brass arm
Metal, Brass
$2,260
H 31.5 in Dm 17.72 in
Italian Midcentury Fontana Arte Murano Glass and Brass Pendant Light, 1950
By Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Midcentury Fontana Arte Murano Glass and Brass Pendant Light, 1950 Beautiful Italian
Brass
Large Scale Pendant Light by Lumen Milano, 1950
By Lumen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Italian pendant light by Lumen Milano, 1950 in brass and egg shell colored enameled metal
Metal, Brass
1950’s Italian 24 Light Botanical Bouquet Sputnik
By Oscar Torlasco, Arredoluce
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE Monumental Italian 1950's botanical bouquet form chandelier with 24 lights at the
Aluminum, Brass
ceiling light cascade 3 opalines, 1950’s Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
This cascade suspension features three Italian opaline glass, each measuring 30 cm in height
Brass
Italian 1950's Brass and Glass Three Light Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
chic statement piece! Northern Italy, circa mid- 1950's. Size: 38" high x 20" diameter.
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo Ceilling Light/Sconce Glass Brass Metal 1950 Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Milano, IT
Stilnovo Ceilling Light.
Brass
$5,354
H 5.91 in W 66.93 in D 55.12 in
Stilnovo Chandelier Ceilling Light Sconce Brass Metal 1950 Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Milano, IT
Eccezionale Lampadario/Plafoniera /Applique Stilnovo Ottone Metallo
Murano Glass
Dove-Grey Chandelier Pendant Light Brass Glass circa 1950
Located in Sacile, PN
Dove-grey glass chandelier, dated circa 1950. Double layer: White glass inside and dove-grey glass
Brass
$1,097Sale Price|20% Off
H 25.6 in Dm 31.5 in
Midcentury Stilnovo 9-Arm Italian Spider Pendant Light Brass Copper Sputnik 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A very elegant, Italian nine-arm ‘spider’ pendant light by Stilnovo dating from the 1950s. Each of
Metal, Brass, Copper
$14,279
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in
Stilnovo Chandelier 12 Light Brass Metal Opaline Glass, 1950, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Milano, IT
Stilnovo chandelier 12 light brass metal opaline glass, 1950, Italy.
Brass
Seguso Ceilling Light/Sconse Murano Glass iron Brass, 1950, Italy
By Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Seguso ceilling light/sconce Murano glass iron brass, 1950, Italy.
Murano Glass
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and Murano glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina
Brass
Fontana Arte Chandelier/Ceilling Light Brass Glass Metal, 1950, Italy
By Fontana Arte
Located in Milano, IT
Fontana Arte.
Brass
Yellow White Glass Pendant Lamp Glass, Italy, circa 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Yellow white glass pendant lamp glass, Italy, circa 1950 Beautiful Italian pendant light shaped
Brass
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-colored opaline glass and brass pendant light likely designed and produced in Italy, c
Brass
Overwhelming Murano Glass Ceiling Light by Barovier & Toso Italy, 1950'
By Barovier
Located in Rome, IT
Superb Mid Century hand blown Murano glass chandelier or Ceiling light by Barovier & Toso
Blown Glass
$12,500
H 15.5 in Dm 13 in
Glass, Steel and Enamel Pendant Light by B.B.P.R. for Artemide, Italy, c. 1950
Located in New York City, NY
Glass, steel and enamel pendant by B.B.P.R for Artemide.
Enamel, Steel
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and murano glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Overall
Brass
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow-colored Murano glass and brass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s
Brass
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. Sold
Fruitwood
Vintage Italian Ceramic Chandelier, 6-Light, Renaissance Style, 1950
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Vintage Italian ceramic 6-light chandelier. The chandelier is 24" wide and 21" high and comes with
Metal
$2,000
H 31.5 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in
Angelo Lelli, Italian Modern, Brass, Opal Glass, Pendant light, Italy, 1950s
By Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce
Located in Stamford, CT
Angelo Lelli, Italian Modern, Brass, Opal Glass, Pendant Light, Chandelier Italy, 1950s Pendant
Brass
1950s Italian Modern Pendant Light Attributed to Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Montclair, NY
A clean and elegant design Italian, 1950s modern chandelier attributed to the famed lighting house
Brass, Iron
Stilnovo 1950 Chandelier Two-Light
By Stilnovo
Located in Milano, IT
Chandelier Stilnovo two-light 1950 brass and glass yellow /red. With its original stamp.
Glass
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-lacquered metal, brass and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy
Metal, Brass
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-lacquered metal, brass and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy
Metal, Brass
Italian Mint Green Lantern Pendant Light, 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
An Italian pendant light dating from the 1950s, defined by its lantern-like silhouette. A wide
Metal
$2,617
H 11.82 in Dm 17.72 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Azucena Ceilling Light Glass Metal Crome 1950 Italy
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Milano, IT
Ceilling Light/Sconce Azucena Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Metal
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 12.21 in D 8.67 in
Stilnovo Pendant Light, Aluminum & Iron, Mid-Century Modern, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Pendant made of aluminum and iron, painted black and light blue, by the Stilnovo house. Stilnovo
Aluminum, Iron
Mid-Century Stilnovo Ceiling Light, Brass, Metal, Italy 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in Argelato, BO
Ceiling Light by Stilnovo (Attr.) Designed and manufactured in Italy, 1950s. Rare brass and metal
Metal, Brass
Italian Pendant Light with two glass shades Italy - 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Interesting Italian Pendant Light with two glass shades. With the unique brass element one can
Metal
Italian Renaissance Revival Pendant Light, Iron & Glass, 1950s Design
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
An Italian special kind of hand made pendant in a renaissance revival style. The materials used are
Aluminum, Iron
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Overall
Brass
Large Italian 1950s Case Glass Pendant Light
Located in Montclair, NY
One of a group of Italian handblown pendant light, circa 1950. Glass shade is layered with a clear
Glass
$1,260Sale Price|30% Off
H 33 in W 24.5 in D 2 in
Italian 1950s Brass and White Enamel Pendant Light Chandelier
Located in Montclair, NY
A lovely Italian 1950s modern chandelier in brass and white enamel. The design is horizontal in the
Brass, Enamel
1950s Italian 5-Light Opaline Glass & Brass Pendant by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Paris, FR
A refined five-light pendant attributed to Stilnovo, Italy, circa 1950. The composition reflects
Brass
Venini Mid Century Italian Amber Murano Glass Pendant Light
By Paolo Venini
Located in London, GB
Venini Mid Century Italian Amber Murano Glass Pendant Light, a truly unique masterpiece. Its
Brass
Venini Attribution, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1950s
By Venini
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and brass pendant light attributed to Venini, Italy, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age
Brass
Brass and Lucite Italian Four-Light Pendant
Located in East Hampton, NY
Brass and Lucite chandelier.
Brass
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.0
Brass
Gino Sarfatti, Pendant Light, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
By Gino Sarfatti
Located in High Point, NC
A red-lacquered metal and white opaline glass pendant light, model 2079, designed by Gino Sarfatti
Metal
Italian 1950s Hollywood Regency Pendant Light with Venetian Fruits and Beads
Located in Montclair, NY
Italian Hollywood Regency pendant light with Venetian fruits and beads, circa 1950. The iron frame
Iron
Midcentury Modernist Glass Stilnovo Style Hanging Light, Italy, 1950
By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Hanging light Origin: Italy Age: 1960s This fantastic glass hanging
Brass
$890
H 22.84 in Dm 5.12 in
Italian Midcentury Brass Ceiling Pendant Light - Vintage 1950s Modern Design
Located in Rome, IT
Italian midcentury ceiling pendant light, crafted in the 1950s with a fusion of timeless elegance
Metal, Brass
Sunburst Pendant Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
An Italian circa 1950's sunburst light fixture with one interior light. Measurements: Diameter
Metal
Aureliano Toso Attribution, Pendant Light, Glass, Metal, Italy, 1950s
By Aureliano Toso
Located in High Point, NC
A Reticello glass and chrome metal pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Wear
Metal
$2,196Sale Price|20% Off
H 35.44 in Dm 19.69 in
1950s Italian Mid-Century modern Brass Pendant 4 Light by Arteluce
By Arteluce
Located in Nicolosi, IT
1950s Italian Mid-Century modern Brass Pendant 4 Light by Arteluce A striking example of post
Metal, Brass
$1,814Sale Price|20% Off
H 38.98 in W 23.63 in D 6.3 in
Stilnovo Mid-Century Two Spots Pendant Light, Opaline Glass & Brass, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
authentic mid-century pendant light by Stilnovo, crafted in Italy during the 1950s 1960s. This refined
Brass, Iron
Unavailable
H 36 in Dm 13 in
Stilnovo Italian White Glass Lantern Shape Pendant Light, Italy, circa 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Stilnovo Italian white glass lantern shape pendant light, Italy, circa 1950. Measures: H 36
Brass
Unavailable
H 4.14 in Dm 27.96 in
Stars Light with 8 Arms Pendant or Wall Lights, Italian Design, Italy, 1950
By Gino Sarfatti, Arredoluce
Located in Morbio Inferiore, CH
8 arms can be used as pendant or as wall light with an impressive style.
Aluminum, Brass
1950's Italian Cealing Light
Located in London, GB
Chic 1950's chandelier in brass with white opaline glasses
Brass
Mazzega Murano Glass Pendant Light 1950's
By AVMazzega
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wonderful Brutalist style tube shaped 2 color Murano glass large pendant light by Mazzega. Thwe
Brass
Italian Enamel Pendant Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Italian enamel lampshade E27 fitting Size: H 32 cm, diameter 40 cm.
Enamel
Unavailable
H 46.66 in W 9.85 in D 39.38 in
Italian Manufacture, Sixteen-Light Brass Chandelier, circa 1950
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Beautiful chandelier made in brass and lacquered metal. Sixteen lights, circa 1950. Please contact
Seguso, Pendant Light in Glass and Lacquered Metal, circa 1950
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Paris, FR
Seguso Pendant light Glass, lacquered metal Italy, circa 1950 Measure: H 100 x D 22 cm The
Metal
1950s Italian glass pendant light
By Venini
Located in London, GB
The ribbed glass is not just painted on but an actually different bands of glass, of Murano quality and in the style of Venini
Blown Glass
Fontana Arte pendent light made in Italy 1950
By Fontana Arte
Located in New York, NY
Modernist pendant light made in Milan 1950 by Fontana Arte, white blown opaline glass shade with a
Brass
Ceiling Light Brass and Crystal, Italy, circa 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in Mexico City, Cuauhtemoc
What is striking about the design of this chandelier is not only the ovoid shape of its softly colored glass shade but the unusual manner in which the three stylish brass supports af...
Crystal, Brass
Murano Barovier Pendant Light, Italy, 1950s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in BUDAPEST, HU
A 1950s Murano one light pendant with adjustable two glass leaves. The size Width and deepness
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Pendant Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern Chrome, Black and Glass 3-Light Pendant Fixture. Lights are suspended on black
Chrome
Ceiling Light in Ceramic and Brass, Italy, circa 1950
By Marcello Cuneo
Located in Mexico City, Cuauhtemoc
, quite elegant Italian brass flourishes from the decade before, the 1950s. A shining example of Italian
Brass
Stilnovo 1950.s Ceiling light
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
Ceiling Light -coloured glass pendent with variable lenght
Metal
Orange Glass Pendant Light by Venini Murano, Italy, 1960
By Venini
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
Orange glass pendant light by Venini Murano, Italy, 1960. A beautiful handmade glass pendant
Blown Glass
Original Sputnik Celling Light in Brass, circa 1950
Located in Nice, FR
Sputnik celling light in brass, italian work circa 1950. Measures : Diameter : 100cm H : 30cm
Brass
Unavailable
H 37.4 in W 21.25 in D 8.85 in
1950s Italian opaline glass with original decoration two-light pendant lamp.
Located in Caprino Veronese, VR
Truly unique this hanging lamp composed of two opaline glass lampshades identical in shape, with decorative decal motifs. The decorations used are different for each lampshade: one f...
Metal
Very Rare Suspension Light by Stilnovo 1950's
By Stilnovo
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Height-adjustable pendant lamp. Brass, painted aluminum, satin-finished opaline glass. Produced by
Aluminum, Brass
Italian Gilt metal Hanging Light
Located in Washington, D.C., DC
Italian gilt metal hanging light with three lights. Original chain and gilt cap.
1950s Italian Light Fixture
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Lovely 1950s light fixture with a striking alternating stripe pattern of three colors as the top
Italian Industrial Light Fixture With Cool Design
Located in Round Top, TX
Italian industrial light fixture. Great condition. (multiples available)
Iron
Italian Design Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in London, GB
Italian design ceiling light, 1950s. Blown glass components hanging and chains on a brushed steel
Steel
Mid Century Italian Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Italian Light Fixture
Murano Glass
Italian Cut Crystal "Mary Teresa" Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Vancouver, BC
A lovely Italian made cut-crystal chandelier on the petite side, circa 1950s. Though not terribly
1950s Stilnovo Seven-Pendant Ceiling Light
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
Long ceiling light with seven opal glasses diffusers and brass fixture
Opal, Brass
Colored Five-Light Italian Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Liege, BE
A colorful brass arms chandelier with five lamps articulated on a patella. Original painting, perfect condition. The bottom brass cap is lightly oxidized, giving some dark pati...
Brass, Metal
1950's Amazing 16 arms Ceiling Light- Attributed to Arredoluce
By Arredoluce
Located in London, GB
Amazing Ceiling light in brass and lacquered metal, 16 arms ., fantastic quality
Brass, Metal
Italian design mid century ceiling light
Located in London, GB
Unusual Italian Chandelier
Brass
3-Light Gilt Metal Italian Leaf Chandelier Kögl 1950s
By Hans Kögl
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Italy around 1950-1960. Coco Chanel had used this sheaf of wheat type as a sculptural side table in her
Metal
Unavailable
H 10.63 in Dm 53.15 in
XXL 1950s Stilnovo Sputnik Flush Light, Brass Pendant Light, Green Gold 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Bremen, DE
Very large Italian Sputnik light, featuring a 2-tiers array of 20 spokes, 10 short, 10 long, brass
Brass
Venini Hanging Pendant Light Fixture in Brilliant Orange
By Venini
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Brilliant orange hanging light fixture by Venini.
Blown Glass
Unavailable
H 39 in W 135 in D 15 in
Italian Modern Brass, Glass and Enameled 3-Light Chandelier, Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Hollywood, FL
A beautiful vintage 3-light Italian chandelier by Stilnovo. The 3 lights radiate off a circular hub
Brass
Stilnovo pendent light made in Italy 1960
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Exciting modernist pendant light made in Milan 1960 by Stilnovo. Nickel finish with a border in
Nickel
Sculptural 1950s Italian Brass Sputnik Sixteen-Light Chandelier
Located in Washington, DC
Fabulous and sculptural atomic age Italian brass sixteen-light chandelier. This is a particularly
Unavailable
H 30.71 in Dm 27.56 in
1950s Italian Light Murano Art Glass Chandelier by Seguso for Veronese
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Handsome light Murano Pulegoso art glass chandelier with six arms by Seguso for Veronese, circa
Art Glass
Stilnovo pendent light made in Italy 1955
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Stylish three-light chandelier made in Milan 1955 by Stilnovo, three adjustable lacquered shades on
Brass
1950s Murano glass and gilt brass twelve-light Italian chandelier.
Located in Caprino Veronese, VR
Timeless elegance Italian twelve-light chandelier from the early 1950s in gilded brass with conical
Aluminum, Brass
AVeM Murano Murrine Hanging Lamp Pendant Light Fixture
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Great hanging lamp by AVeM in Murano, circa 1950s.
Blown Glass
Unavailable
H 34.64 in W 9.25 in D 9.25 in
1950s Stilnovo Style Multi-Color Opaline Glass One-Light Pendant Lamps. A pair.
Located in Caprino Veronese, VR
A charming pair of one-light multi-color glass ceiling lamps. Their elegant profile is
Brass
Five-Light Chandelier by Stilnovo Made in Italy
By Vistosi
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful five-light chandelier made in Italy designed by Stilnovo. Five blown cased glass shades
Brass
Unavailable
H 7.87 in Dm 23.6 in
Italian 1950s Three-Light Lacquered Metal and Decorated Glass Shades Chandelier
Located in Caprino Veronese, VR
Pretty three-light Italian chandelier from the 1950s. Lacquered metal frame in pastel green and
Aluminum, Brass
Large Stilnovo Pendant Light, Brass Glass Globes Design, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Bremen, DE
Exceptional Mid-Century Modern Italian chandelier in the manner of Stilnovo, 1950s, featuring a
Brass
Unavailable
H 27.56 in Dm 23.63 in
1950s Italian Murano Corroso Art Glass Ceiling Light by Seguso for Veronese
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Italian opalescent Murano Corroso art glass bowl light by Seguso for Veronese, circa 1950. Mint
Art Glass
Italian Ceiling Light In Style of Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce
By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti
Located in New York, NY
Three-globe ceiling linear ceiling light. Gold metal frame with black metal cups and white
Metal
Fine Pair of Murano Glass Twelve-Light Chandeliers, 1950s, Italy
Located in Hollywood, FL
The fine handblown pieces decorated in clear glass and accented with tones of yellow, robin’s egg blue and pink glass.
Murano Glass
Chandelier, 12 light
Located in Culver City, CA
This is a twelve light fixture having four arms, each with three lights. Each light has a most
Brass
1950s Stilnovo Ceiling Light
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
An elegant and original 1950's ceiling light , this piece is in the original conditions .
Aluminum, Brass
Unavailable
H 40.56 in Dm 23.63 in
Important Design Opaline Glass Light Fixture Stilnovo Gio Ponti Era, Italy 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in BUDAPEST, HU
Interesting designed Italian chandelier from the 1950s. Opaline glass, brass and black enameled
Brass
A Six Light Modern Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An Italian Mahogany and Brass Six-Light Chandelier, circa 1950. The Brass Stem Joined by a Mahogany
Brass
Unavailable
H 27 in W 16 in D 16 in
Italian Modern Five-Light Bronze and Glass Chandelier Manner of Max Ingrand
By Max Ingrand
Located in Hollywood, FL
The central canopy radiating five arms with cone shaped bronze drops and finely molded glass half spheres.
Unavailable
H 23.63 in Dm 13.78 in
3-Light Gilt Metal Italian Leaf Chandelier Kögl Maison Jansen Bagues Style 1950s
By Hans Kögl, Maison Jansen, Maison Baguès
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Italy around 1950-60. Coco Chanel had used this sheaf of wheat type as a sculptural side table in her
Metal
Sputnik Light
Located in New York, NY
Abstract cut-glass clovers are illuminated by eight bulbs.
Chrome
Unavailable
H 29 in Dm 17 in
Italian Modern Brass and Glass Eight-Light Chandelier in the Manner of Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Hollywood, FL
The brass corona with dropped brass and frosted glass spheres.
Brass
Unavailable
H 29 in Dm 26 in
Italian Modern Brass and Glass Eight-Light Chandelier in the Manner of Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Hollywood, FL
The central rod with eight-arms with frosted glass and spherical finials.
Brass
Glass Supension Light by Venini
By Venini
Located in Nice, FR
Glass suspension, celling light in glass of Murano made by Venini with the polyhedron glass
Glass
Archimede Seguso 42 Light Murano Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Having seven tiers of hand-blown amber-toned glass, each supporting upturned arms ending in stylized crown gilt metal bobeches, accompanied by numerous ribbon-like volutes issued fro...
VENINI, Ceiling light
By Venini
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare "Lanterne" pendant executed by Venini in Murano, Italy. Model (800.1) illustrated in
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.
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.