Rattan Globe Pendant Light, Spain, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern rattan ball shaped lantern or pendant ceiling lamp. Italy, 1950s-1960s. This
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
1960s Czech Cut-Glass Globe Pendant Light
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
These striking 30cm cut-glass globe pendants were salvaged from former Czechoslovakia and date from
Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Bakelite
Globe pendant light by Glashutte Limburg, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century glass pendant light by Glashutte Limburg. Amber coloured glass which emits a nice
Brass
Rattan Globe Pendant or Hanging Light, Spain, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Modern rattan lantern with globe or ball shaped lampshade, Spain, 1950-1960s. This
Cane, Rattan
$984Sale Price|40% Off
H 16.15 in Dm 16.15 in
Handcrafted Swedish Modern Globe Pendant Light, Textile & Glass, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade vintage Swedish midcentury modern globe shaped pendant manufactured in the 1960s. Natural
Textile, Glass, Wood
Vintage globe pendant light by Doria Leuchten, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Beautiful glass globe pendant light by Doria Leuchten. Beautiful hand made glass shade 1960s
Brass
1960s Danish Pendant Light, Polished Aluminum with Opaline Glass Globe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant pendant light from the 1960s features a polished aluminum structure paired with an
Aluminum
1960s Paris Holophane Globe Street Pendant Light Qty Available
By Holophane
Located in New York, NY
lines and polished finish offer a modern twist. The Holophane Paris Street light turned pendant light
Steel
Doria Leuchten Vintage, 1960s Snowball Murano Glass Globe German Pendant Light
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Large vintage snow ball pattern midcentury murano glass ceiling pendant light fixture by Doria
Metal, Aluminum
$1,100
H 28 in Dm 11 in
Doria Leuchten Vintage, 1960s Snowball Murano Glass Globe German Pendant Light
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Large vintage snow ball pattern midcentury murano glass ceiling pendant light fixture by Doria
Metal, Aluminum
Spanish Woven Rattan Large Globe Pendant Light or Lantern, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Monumental Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Globe Shaped Pendant Lamp. Hand-crafted in Spain, 1960
Cane, Rattan
$1,816 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 43.31 in
Mid-century Round Cocoon Globe Pendant Light with Brass Detail, 1960s
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
Gorgeous and timeless mid-century modern 'Cocoon' pendant lamp from the 1960s. The lamp features a
Metal, Brass
Vintage Glass Globe Light in Murano Class and Chrome, 1960s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage Glass Globe Light - 1960s Murano Class and Chrome, Space Age Design, Mid Century, XL retro
Chrome
$750 / item
H 35.44 in Dm 9.06 in
1 of 20 Large Stunning Raak Brass Pendant light Maxi Globe, Netherlands, 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 20 Maxi Bulb Pendant light designed by Raak, Netherlands, 1970s. Smoked glass in a very
Brass
$766
H 39.38 in Dm 23.63 in
1960s Vintage German Five Frosted Glass Globe Cascading Ceiling Light by Graewe
Located in London, England
Vintage, 1960s, space-age, five-globe, cascading, ceiling light manufactured by Graewe in Germany
Metal, Chrome
$2,578 / item
H 13.78 in Dm 11.82 in
One of... Large Austrian Vintage Blown Glass Globe Ceiling Light Lantern, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
ONE of... hand blown textured glass globe and metal pendant light. Austria, 1960s. Lamp sockets
Metal
$3,399
H 34.26 in Dm 29.53 in
13, Light Glass Globe Sputnik Chandelier by Richard Essig, Germany, 1960s
By Richard Essig
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A Richard Essig 13-Light "sputnik" chandelier, germany, circa 1960s. This mid century modern
Brass
1960s Vintage Opalescent Swirl Glass Bullet Ceiling Light Globe with Fitter
Located in Van Nuys, CA
1960s possibly made in Italy or USA in the 1960s this is a wonderful addition to a Murano glass
Blown Glass
$950 / item
H 15 in Dm 11.5 in
Midcentury Ceiling Light with Brass Frame and White Frosted Glass Globe, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
globes. The lights are beautifully thanks to the hand blown glass. The pleasant light it spreads is very
Brass
$950 / item
H 15 in Dm 11.5 in
Midcentury Ceiling Light with Brass Frame and Large Hand Blown Glass Globe 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
are beautifully thanks to the hand blown glass. The pleasant light it spreads is very atmospheric
Brass
$1,198Sale Price / set|60% Off
H 13 in Dm 14 in
1960s Vintage Bentwood Globe Pendant Lamp Swag Light Cabin Modern Lodge Lantern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A pair of wonderful and high quality 1960s American-made walnut stained pendant lamps. New wiring
Wood
Set of Three Metal Globes Light, the Netherlands, 1960's
By RAAK
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Pendant light with three metal globes. The height of each lamp can be adjusted. With new wiring
Metal
Unavailable
H 51.19 in Dm 11.82 in
Globe Pendant or Cascade Light by Motoko Ishii for Staff Leuchten, Germany 1960s
By Staff Leuchten, Motoko Ishii
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Penadant Cascade light made of 3 glass globes in chrome tubes by Motoko Ishii for Staff Leuchten
Brass
Resin Cocoon Globe Pendant Light, Italy 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1960s Italian cocoon pendant light featuring a metal frame with cream resin shade. This pendant
Resin
Globe Pendant Light by Glashutte Limburg, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Midcentury glass pendant light by Glashutte Limburg. Amber coloured glass which emits a nice
Brass
1960s Philips Attributed Ribbed Milk Glass Globe Pendant Light
By Philips
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1960s Philips attributed ribbed milk glass globe ceiling pendant with white enameled
Metal
Mazzega Murano Mid-Century Globe Pendant Light, Italy 1960s
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
predominantly white globe. There are several available.
Glass
Sold
H 29.53 in Dm 7.09 in
1960s Dutch Globe Pendant 'Light Drops' Light by RAAK Amsterdam 4 Available
By RAAK
Located in London, England
1960s 'Light Drops' globe pendant light produced by RAAK Amsterdam with a clear dotted glass shade
Chrome, Wire
Large Limburg Pendant Light Brass and Amber Glass Globe, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Large amber or smoked glass globe pendant light by Limburg, Germany. Solid brass fixture with
Brass
1960s Five Glass Globes Pendant Ceiling Light by Doria Leuchten, German
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in London, GB
This 1960s large pendant light by Doria Leuchten is a perfect example of the mid-century modern
Metal
Doria Leuchten Vintage, 1960s Snowball Murano Glass Globe German Pendant Light
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Large vintage snow ball pattern midcentury Murano glass ceiling pendant light fixture by Doria
Metal, Aluminum
A 1960s Murano Globe Hanging Light
Located in London, GB
A midcentury Murano hanging globe light with swirling details in orange and white. Please note
Metal
1960s Triple Art Glass Stripe Pattern Cone Shape Pendant Globe Light Fixture
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish mid century modern style circa 1960s light fixture.
Brass
Sold
H 18.9 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Space Age pendant light, Sputnik model from the 1960s with 9 globes.
Located in LYON, FR
Superb chrome-plated metal Sputnik pendant light with 9 glass globes. In excellent condition. E14
Glass
1960s Chrome and Smoked Glass Ball Globe Six-Light Modern Chandelier
Located in Miami, FL
A 1960s chrome and smoked glass ball globe six-light chandelier with a radiating star or spider
Chrome
Moderne Italian Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960s Italian globe pendant light fixture. Measurements: Diameter 20? Drop 14?.
Art Glass
1960s Three-Globe Pendant Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
1960s three-globe pendant light fixture. Three large glass globes with a striped pattern supported
Glass, Wood
RAAK Pendant Light, Opal Glass Globe, 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large opal glass globe pendant light by RAAK Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1960s. Provenience: The
Chrome, Metal
Frosted Glass + Brass Globe Pendant. Light, Italy 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1960s Italian pendant light featuring an elegant frosted glass globe shade. This fixture has
Brass
1960s Paris Holophane Globe Streetlight Turned Pendant Street Light
By Holophane
Located in New York, NY
This is an original late 1960s Paris globe Holophane street light from Paris, France now turned
Glass
Limburg Pendant Light Brass and Amber Tone Glass Globe, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An amber tone or smoked handblown glass globe pendant light by Limburg, Germany, manufactured in
Brass
Italian Murano Swirled Glass Globe Pendant Light by Venini, 1960s
By Venini
Located in Morazzone, Varese
by Venini in the 1960s The white stripes are swirling around the globe and looks like blurred. The
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Sold
H 9.85 in Dm 13.78 in
Large German Vintage Blown Glass Globe Ceiling Hanging Pendant Light, 1960s
By Carlo Nason, J.T. Kalmar, Mazzega
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful hand blown textured bubble glass globe and brass pendant. Germany, 1960s. Measures: Glass
Brass
Rattan Globe Pendant Light or Lantern with Loop Details, Spain, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern rattan ball shaped lantern or pendant ceiling lamp. Spain, 1950s-1960s. This
Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Paper
Midcentury 1960s Candy Red Murano Opaline Glass Globe Pendant Light by Vistosi
By Vistosi
Located in Lisse, NL
bright red exterior and it is all white on the inside. This rare and vintage pendant will light up your
Brass
1960s Brass Jeweled Pendant Lamp Pierced Globe Gem Ceiling Light Interior Design
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Hyattsville, MD
One wonderful small globe pendant night ceiling pendant mood light. Can also be just hung by wire
Brass
1960s Capiz Shell Floral Globe Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Capiz shell and brass, floral motif globe light fixture. USA, circa 1960. Measures 12 inches in
Brass
Sold
H 16.93 in Dm 11.82 in
Large Doria Leuchten Vintage, 1960s Pink Murano Glass Globe German Pendant Light
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Large vintage rose pink tinted midcentury Murano glass ceiling pendant light fixture by Doria
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Sold
H 40 in W 137 in D 40 in
Large Space Age Light Sculpture Globe Chandelier by Wilhelm Vest, Austria, 1960s
By Vest, Swiss Lamps International, VEST Leuchten, Robert Haussmann
Located in Vienna, AT
aluminum and ten white acrylic light diffuser globes. It measures 40 x 137 inches / 100 x 350cm and can
Aluminum
1960s Vintage Opalescent Swirl Glass Bullet Ceiling Light Globe with Fitter
Located in Van Nuys, CA
USA in the 1960s this is a wonderful addition to a Murano globe collection and Art Deco glass lovers
Blown Glass
1960s Italian Murano Venini Light Globe by Massimo Vignelli
By Murano 5
Located in London, GB
1960s Italian Murano Venini hand blown light glass globe by Massimo Vignelli.
Blown Glass
Globe Light by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Ovoid, white opaline glass shade suspended from a brass canopy by a steel wire. Manufacturer’s label inside. OUR REFERENCE N9840b
Brass
Sold
H 23.23 in W 31.5 in D 16.93 in
Large Linear French Glass Globes & Brass Chandelier, 1960s Stilnovo Style Light
By Arlus, Maison Lunel
Located in Bremen, DE
Very sculptural large chandelier by the 1960s French lighting designer Lunel featuring an
Brass
Smoked Murano Glass Wall Sconces with Central Brass Plate
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Wall sconces made of a piece of curved and wavy Murano glass with a central brass plate. Two lights per sconce. Price per sconce
Brass
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
$1,350 / item
H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
Glass
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
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
$656Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
Pair of Bamboo Rattan Large Drum Pendant Lights / Lanterns
Located in Barcelona, ES
A cool pair of handcrafted rattan drum shaped ceiling suspension lamps with inner paper lampshades. France, 1960s These large lanterns have an eye-catching design featuring a cylind...
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Paper
$2,285
H 38.59 in Dm 13 in
Rattan and Wicker Wire Italian Modernist Conic Pendant / Hanging Light, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern woven wicker wire and rattan conical shaped lantern or pendant ceiling lamp. Italy, 1960s. The woven wicker shade of this lamp is accented by vertical rattan stic...
Wire
$9,005 / item
H 35.44 in W 63 in D 27.56 in
Brass and Alabaster Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Mobile kinetic chandelier made of patinated brass with a round counterweight and two enlighten alabaster globes. Original design by Glustin Luminaires.
Alabaster, Brass
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
Rattan Wicker Weave Concentric Cylinder Pendant Hanging Light, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Mid-Century Modern cylinder rattan lantern or pendant ceiling lamp, Italy, 1960s. This suspension features four concentric cylinders made rattan / wicker wire. The outer...
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
$1,900 / item
H 25 in W 10 in D 10 in
FIN Dome Ceramic Table Lamp, Hand Built, Green Satin Glaze, by Kalin Asenov
By Kalin Asenov
Located in Savannah, GA
FIN _November Green In Kalin Asenov's studio located in Savannah, GA, each piece is meticulously handcrafted using the slab construction technique. This ancient method of hand-buil...
Ceramic
KYLE PT2 - solid brass wall lamp
Located in Saonara, IT
*This model is customisable based on the client's needs* Handcrafted wall lamp model "KYLE pt2", made in brass; with its sober and elegant design, this piece perfectly fits into mod...
Brass
$2,058Sale Price|20% Off
H 34.65 in Dm 16.15 in
Rope Large Bell Pendant Light Hanging Lamp / Lantern, Spain, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching umbrella bell shaped rope pendant light with scalloped bottom, Spain, 1960s This midcentury suspension lamp features an umbrella bell shaped rope covered lampshade in gi...
Rattan, Rope, Jute
$1,828Sale Price|20% Off
H 23.63 in Dm 15.36 in
Spanish Modernist Woven Rattan Bamboo Palm Pendant Lamp / Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant handcrafted bamboo and braided rattan / wicker flower shaped or palm pendant hanging lamp. Spain, 1960s. This beautiful suspension lamp features a large palm shaped bamboo la...
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
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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