Two Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers, in Murano Glass, Italy, circa 1970
By Mazzega
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Large multi-tiered " Cascade " chandelier in hand blown Murano glass in the style of Mazzega and La Murrina, made in Murano, Italy, circa 1970s. Comprised of 49 pieces in clear Mura...
Murano Glass
Pair of unique Veronese chandeliers 65 inches steel Murano glass 1970
By Veronese
Located in Paris, IDF
This unique set of two very large Veronese chandeliers was made to order in the early 1970s for the reception room of a large mansion in Lyon, France. Each chandelier features 18 arm...
Murano Glass
$13,986Sale Price|20% Off
1 of 2 Huge Kalmar Chandelier 'Soria', Ice Glass, Germany, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
A Stunning large Chandelier with brilliant ice glasses made by Kalmar (Series: Soria), Germany, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Six tiers structure gathers many structured glasses, be...
Crystal
$16,784Sale Price / item|20% Off
1 of 2 Huge Kalmar Chandelier 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
A Stunning large Chandelier with 24-carat gold-plated brass frame and clear, brilliant glass made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Six tiers struc...
Crystal, Brass
1 of 2 Mid Century Murano Glass Chandelier "Waterfall" by Venini, Italy 1970s
By Venini
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find an exceptional Murano glass chandelier by Venini, Italy, executed in the spirit of the celebrated “tronchi” and teardrop compositions that defined Venet...
Steel
Venini Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass chandelier
By Venini
Located in Palermo, PA
Mid-Century Modern chandelier by Venini. 42 Murano glasses set on a metal base consisting of 2 tiers.
Metal, Chrome
Tronchi Chandelier in Murano Glass for Venini by Toni Zuccheri
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Palermo, PA
Mid-Century Toni Zuccheri for Venini "Tronchi" chandelier in Murano glass, circa 1960. Featuring 28 stunning glass cylinder set on a metal base consisting of 2 tiers. The light has 3...
Metal
Tronchi Chandelier in Murano Glass by Toni Zuccheri for Venini
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Palermo, PA
Mid-century Toni Zuccheri for Venini "Tronchi" chandelier in Murano glass, circa 1960. Featuring 28 stunning glass cylinder set on a metal base consisting of 2 tiers. The light has 5...
Metal
1 of the 2 Doria Organic Ballroom Flush Mounts with Glass Tubes, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 of exceptional flush mount chandeliers by Doria, Germany, manufactured in circa 1970, (late 1960s and early 1970s).
Steel
Mid-Century 2-Tier Transparent Murano Glass Flush-Mount w/ Smoked Glass Diffuser
Located in New York, NY
This captivating Mid-Century Modernist chandelier, crafted in Italy circa 1970, features exquisite hand-blown transparent Murano glass. Its two-tier design is adorned with concave fl...
Murano Glass
Vintage Murano Venini Cascading Five Tier Glass Prism Chandelier And Nickel Cage
By Venini
Located in North Miami, FL
In this vintage Murano Venini chandelier there are five tiers of hanging prism glass pendants that make up this chandelier. It is Italian and the five level cage has been nickeled si...
Nickel
Vintage Murano Mazzega Torciglione Glass Pink Spiral 2-Tier Chandelier 4-Light
By Mazzega
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely vintage Murano Mazzega Torciglione pink and clear glass swirl chandelier, 2 tiers, 4-light. No chips or breaks to any of the glass pieces. Comes with brass ceiling cap. 28 gla...
Brass
Vintage Murano Mazzega Torciglione Glass Pink Spiral 3-Tier Chandelier 8 Lights
By Mazzega
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely vintage Murano Mazzega Torciglione pink and clear glass swirl chandelier, 3 tiers, 8 lights. No chips or breaks to any of the glass pieces. Comes with brass ceiling CAP. Also ...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern 2-Tier Handblown Murano Translucent Glass Tronchi Chandelier
By Camer Glass
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and graphic Mid-Century Modern chandelier was realized in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Murano renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production- ...
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Opalescent Murano 2-Tier Palma Chandelier w/ Brass Fittings
Located in New York, NY
This graphic and glamorous Mid Century Modern Palma chandelier was handblown in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass pro...
Brass
Stunning Mazzega Four Tier Petal Chandelier Murano
Located in Miami, FL
SOLD SOLD Stunning & magical, this chandelier of blown petal shaped crystals by Mazzega is forever enchanting. With textured clear crystals each with an internal swatch of white, a...
Brass
Vintage 1970s Venetian Murano Clear Glass Palmette Chandelier Art Deco Style
By Murano 5
Located in Tustin, CA
Very elegant, vintage estate, midcentury Venetian Murano art glass chandelier features 2 round tiers of overlapping, large, curved, hand-blown clear palm leaves frosted in the "Grani...
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Sold
H 14 in W 24 in D 14 in
Italian Modern Confection Two Tier Rectangular Chandelier Murano Crystals
Located in Miami, FL
Delightful Murano confection two tier rectangular chandelier of Murano blown crystal in tube form with swirling bubbles in relief in a waterfall style…just stunning. With 36 crystals...
Crystal, Brass
Sold
H 33.47 in Dm 16.93 in
1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass chandelier comprises crystal Murano glass pieces on a gilded brass frame.
Brass
Murano Ice-glass Leaves Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Antwerp, BE
Murano 2 tiers glass leaves chandelier.
Sold
H 13.78 in Dm 19.69 in
Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Four tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refra...
Crystal, Brass
Ten-Arm Murano Glass and Chrome Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Classically styled 2 tier Murano glass chandelier with 5 arms on each tier with chrome fittings.
Chrome
Rare Gilt Brass and Murano Glass Chandelier by Kinkeldey, Germany, 1970s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning four-tier chandelier by Kinkeldey, Germany, manufactured in circa 1970-1979. Model: Hannover A handmade and high quality piece. The chandelier features a 24 karat gold-pl...
Crystal, Brass
Angelo Mangiarotti for Vistosi Large 'Giogali' Chandelier
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in New York, NY
Original large Angelo Mangiarotti for Vistosi 'Giogali' chandelier circa 1970 made with over 400 Murano handmade glass links in double horseshoe rings, suspended by tiered metal fram...
Metal
Spectacular Amber Murano Glass Foyer Lighting Object by Kalmar, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
This spectacular 181" in. statement light is the perfect center piece for a lobby, loft, foyer or entrance. The light is made of large smoked and white blown Murano glass elements ar...
Chrome
Tear-Drop Glass Chandelier
By Murano 5
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful, round chandelier with 2 types of glass crystals. Crystals alternate around rim, large and small. 3 sockets with 8 tiers of crystals. Beautiful presence!
Crystal, Brass
Vintage Murano Glass and Brass 2 Tier Chandelier by Barovier
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely vintage Murano glass and brass 2 tier chandelier by Barovier. Beautiful scale and shape and the glass just glistens! So pretty! Note: There is a small crack on one of the cups...
Brass
Large Murano Glass Mid-Century Modern Dramatic Chandelier, by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Large Mid-Century Modern Murano glass pendant chandelier, by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s. With 3 tiers of Murano glass hooks: transparent, honey and light brown; in 4 different heights, g...
Chrome
Sold
H 31.5 in Dm 15.75 in
Set of 4 Chandeliers + 2 Wall lights - Crystal Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
This offer is for a set of 4 Chandeliers and 2 wall lights Reserved for Rita. Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1...
Crystal, Brass
Sold
H 29.53 in Dm 19.69 in
1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass chandelier comprises crystal Murano glass pieces on a gilded brass frame.
Brass
Sold
H 50.8 in Dm 31.5 in
Huge Murano Clear Glass Chandelier, Toni Zuccheri for Venini, Mid-Century Modern
By Venini, Toni Zuccheri
Located in Dallas, TX
Extra large Venini, Toni Zuccheri "Tronchi" glass design, Mid-Century Modern chandelier. Murano, Italy, 1970s Clear textured Tronchi design Murano glass elements, for this 7 tiers c...
Chrome
Sold
H 15 in Dm 26 in
Pair 2 Tier Murano Glass Palmette Chandelier Flush Mount by Barovier Toso, Italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A pair of very elegant, vintage estate, midcentury Venetian Murano art glass chandelier features 2 round tiers of overlapping, large, curved, hand blown clear palm leaves frosted in ...
Brass
Sold
H 15 in Dm 26 in
Pair 2 Tier Murano Glass Palmette Chandelier Flush Mount by Barovier Toso, Italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A pair of very elegant, vintage estate, midcentury Venetian Murano art glass chandelier features 2 round tiers of overlapping, large, curved, hand-blown clear palm leaves frosted in ...
Brass
Pair of Vintage Murano Six-Tier Felci Wall Sconce, Amber Glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 10 Murano amber six-tier Felci for each applique in a chrome metal frame. The glasses of this chandelier are real works of art. P...
Blown Glass
Venetian Murano Glass Palmette Chandelier Flush Mount Venice Italy 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Very elegant, vintage estate, midcentury Venetian Murano art glass chandelier features 2 round tiers of overlapping, large, curved, hand-blown clear palm leaves frosted in the "Grani...
Brass
Venetian Murano Glass Palmette Chandelier Flush Mount, Italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Very elegant, vintage estate, midcentury Venetian Murano art glass chandelier features 2 round tiers of overlapping, large, curved, hand-blown clear palm leaves frosted in the "Grani...
Brass
Venetian Murano Glass Palmette Chandelier Flush Mount by Barovier Toso, Italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Very elegant, vintage estate, midcentury Venetian Murano art glass chandelier features 2 round tiers of overlapping, large, curved, hand-blown clear palm leaves frosted in the "Grani...
Brass
Sold
H 35.44 in Dm 25.6 in
Large Six-Tier Carlo Nason Mazzega 1960s Chandelier in Clear Glass and Chrome
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Melbourne, AU
A large Carlo Nason glass and chrome chandelier of great elegance and beauty. The six-tier frame holds forty-nine (49) leaves of glass, each measuring approximately 16 cm/6.3" high...
Brass, Chrome
One Kalmar Chandeliers Palazzo Gilt Brass and Glass Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Antwerp, BE
One very exquisit 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brillant glass light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s and early 1970...
Brass
$2,039 / item
H 22.84 in Dm 13.78 in
1 of 3 Large Murano Ice Glass Chandelier by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Murano glass chandelier by Kalmar, 1960s Two tiers structure gathering 18 structured glasses, beautifully refracting the light very heavy quality. High quality and in very g...
Murano Glass
Austrian Large Midcentury Ice-Glass Murano Chandelier by Kalmar, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Large and gorgeous Austrian midcentury chandelier from 1970s. This chandelier was made during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar. This piece is composed by 36 units of Ice-glass blocks (...
Metal
Impressive Austrian Kalmar "Fuente" Crystal Ice Glass Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Large and heavy steel construction silver painted 28 crystal ice glass elements and fitted with 8 E14 + 1 E27 sockets and 28 made by Kalmar in Austria in the 1960s.
Crystal, Steel
$2,447
H 27.56 in Dm 15.75 in
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Three tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully ref...
Crystal, Brass
$2,490
H 16.15 in W 26.38 in D 26.38 in
Mid Century Modern chandelier in Murano glass by Mazzega, ca 1970
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Space Age Chandelier by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Murano, Circa 1970 Clear and Amber Glass Italian Space Age chandelier by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Murano, circa 1970. Composed of...
Murano Glass
$1,833
H 18.51 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Mid-Century Ice Glass Chandelier By J.T. Kalmar, Austria c.1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, GB
A fabulously elegant Mid-Century Modernist Austrian ice-glass & chrome chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, dating from circa 1970. The chandelier, which was part of the 'Sierra' series, ...
Chrome
Pair of Modern Italian Murano Chandelier, 52 Glass Petals Drop, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Fine Italian Murano chandelier made by 52 glass petals (transparent crystal, smooth outside, with crystal powder and then rough inside.) with a brass frame. Period: 1970s-1980s. Dime...
Glass
$3,030
H 31.5 in Dm 21.66 in
Large Gilt Brass Crystal Chandelier by Palwa, Sciolari Design, Germany, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
Delicate floral chandelier with crystal glass and gilded brass parts made by Palwa, Sciolari Design Germany, 1970s. Featuring a multitude of crystal glasses. Measures: Diameter 21.6"...
Crystal, Brass
$2,272 / item
H 13.78 in Dm 15.36 in
1 of 3 Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful gilt brass light fixture comprises crystal Murano glass pieces on a gilded brass frame. Its made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. It n...
Crystal, Brass
Mid century modern Murano glass chandelier by Toni Zuccheri, 1970
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Palermo, PA
This chandelier by Toni Zuccheri for Mazzega is a striking combination of smoked amber and clear glass, with a stunning texture that adds depth to the light. The interplay of amber...
Metal
$10,430Sale Price|30% Off
H 32 in Dm 24 in
Mazzega Murano Chandelier, Chrome & Art Glass, Mid-Century Italy
By Mazzega
Located in Stratford, CT
A large magnificent Mazzega Murano Art glass chandelier from Italy, circa 1960. The chandelier has a chrome framing and contains 50 large art glass prisms. It takes 8 light bulbs.
Chrome
$1,806
H 21.66 in W 15.36 in D 15.36 in
Large Rare Murano Ice Glass Chandelier by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Murano glass chandelier by Kalmar, 1960s Two tiers structure gathering 12 structured glasses, beautifully refracting the light very heavy quality. High quality and in ve...
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, Chrome & Opaline Glass, Italy, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chrome with opaline glass Ceiling light. This vintage chandelier has a chrome frame with 9 opaline glass lampshades spread over 2 levels. Modern lighting from the 1960s – 1970s. T...
Chrome
Murano Glass Chandelier by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
One of a series of chandeliers that were originally in a casino in Italy. They have a spectacular look due to the shape of the Murano glass elements that hang from the frame. We have...
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Chandelier, Circa 1960s
Located in San Antonio, TX
Murano glass four tiered chandelier, circa 1960s. This murano chandelier is in great overall condition, no chips to glass. 21”x27” "Murano glass is known for its delicacy, lightne...
Murano Glass
Great 18 Palmette Shallow Flush Ceiling Mount, Murano
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Here the larger version of the successful 12 leaves compact palmette ceiling fixture. This group of shallow ceiling mount Murano chandelier was first designed for a luxury yacht low...
Metal
Picasso Marble Cone Side Table
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning Picasso marble CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design piec...
Marble
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
$2,800 / set
H 17.5 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Smoked Glass Wall Sconces, Italy Contemporary
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano smoked glass wall lights, contemporary Smoked / fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finial and brass accents Art Deco inspired de...
Brass
1 of 3 Extra Large Tulipan Glass Flushmount by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful onion-shaped -Tulipan glass chandelier. Forty-nine hand-blown glasses suspended on a white-colored metal frame. The Kalmar Tulipan Chandelier is a stunning and timeless li...
Murano Glass
Organic Shaped Modern Coffee Table by Last Workshop, Walnut
By Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
Organic shaped coffee table by Last Workshop, 2023 Solid walnut wood finish. IN STOCK: 1 If not in stock, current production: 6-7 weeks 58"L x 32" x 15"H Walnut finish. Customers ...
Hardwood, Walnut
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
$3,750 / set
H 25 in W 3.5 in D 2.5 in
Murano Glass Sconces, Hand-Blown Smoked Glass on Brass Frame, Italy
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Murano glass sconces, each crafted with a single curved panel of hand-blown smoked glass on a brass frame. We love the modern style and hand-crafted quality of these sconces....
Brass
$4,250 / set
H 15.75 in W 5 in D 3 in
Brass and Murano Glass Sconces, Mid-Century Modern Style, Italy, New Design
Located in Austin, TX
Petite sconces from Murano, Italy made with smoked glass stamped into a lovely curved shape with texture. The brass structure has been newly wired to fit US standards. This pair is...
Brass
$6,760
H 13 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Kalmar Large "Granada" Ice Crystal Glass & Brass Flushmount Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Austrian made rare large 'Granada' model with brass hardware and ice crystal glass flush mount chandelier by Kalmar, circa 1970. Featuring eight hanging glass elements resembling ice...
Brass, Metal
1 of 2 Petite Rare Pagoda Glass Flush mount by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 2 wonderful rare petite flush mounts with onion-shaped glasses. 12 hand-blown glasses suspended on a gold-painted metal frame. Best of design from the 1960s by Kalmar, Austria. ...
Metal
$3,671Sale Price|30% Off
H 27.56 in Dm 28.75 in
Midcentury Italian Brass and Glass Chandelier by Sciolari
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Vilnius, LT
Italian mid-century polished gilt brass chandelier with clear glass elements in the holders. This chandelier includes 12 pieces. E14 bulbs. Its is in a very good original vintage c...
Brass
$5,250
H 19.69 in Dm 18.51 in
Interlocking Murano Chandelier Flush Mount Glass & Brass Carlo Nason Kalmar 1960
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant cascading ceiling light with 48 clear, pink and blue interlocking Murano glasses suspended individually on a golden brass frame. Multicolored glasses can be arranged individu...
Brass
$1,690 / item
H 11.82 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
1 of 6 Stunning Murano Ice Glass Tubes Flushmount by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic big midcentury chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Many Murano glass cylinders are suspended from the fixture. Wonderful geometric design. High qua...
Murano Glass
1 of 2 Stunning Glass Tubes Flushmount by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic mid-century chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1960-1969. Art Glass cylinders are suspended from the fixture. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned...
Brass
$1,515 / set
H 15.75 in W 9.85 in D 5.91 in
Vintage Murano Italian POLIEDRI turquoise pulegoso glass wall sconces
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Luxury and GENUINE Murano Glass pair of applique. 100% HAND MADE IN MURANO. The sconces are made by 17 Murano handmade turquoise pulegosi POLIEDRI glass, for each one, in a Solid met...
Blown Glass
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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