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1970's Italian Murano Pendant for Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Paris, FR
Superb 1970's big Murano glass tulip-shaped pendant handcrafted by the Italian master glassmakers
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

1970's Spotted Murano Glass Pendant Attributed to Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Schoorl, NL
Beautiful playful pendant with decorated Murano glass, circa 1970's.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Midcentury Italian Vetri Murano Glass and Brass Pendant, 1970s
By Murano 5
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Mid-Century Modern pendant in brass and Murano glass. Very thick Murano glass and brass
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Midcentury Italian Vetri Murano Glass and Brass Pendant, 1970s
By Murano 5
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Mid-Century Modern pendant in brass and Murano glass. Very thick Murano glass and brass
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1970's Italian Murano Pendant
Located in Paris, FR
. Italy. Circa 1970's.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

1970's Italian Murano Pendant
1970's Italian Murano Pendant
H 32.68 in Dm 18.51 in
1970's Italian Murano Glass Pendant
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage pendant light produced in Italy in the 1970's. Elegant piece of lighting.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Murano Glass Swirl Pendant 1970's
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A beautiful large handmade Murano glass ceiling lamp with a swivel design in wheat/caramel and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass Swirl Pendant 1970's
Murano Glass Swirl Pendant 1970's
H 43.31 in Dm 24.81 in
1970s Murano Glass Pendant by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Schoorl, NL
A beautiful pendant with thick bicolor Murano glass fronts. Clear and Amber handblown raw strips
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Vintage Murano Pendant, Mazzega Italy 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Vintage Murano Pendant, Mazzega Italy 1970s A 1970s vintage pendant designed by Mazzega ltd
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Striped Murano White Clear Glass Pendant Light, 1970s
By Murano 5
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful light fixture in the style of Murano, manufactured in the mid century, circa 1970 (end
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Vintage Murano Glass Flower Petal Pendant by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1970's
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Murano glass chandelier was designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, in Italy, during the 1970's
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

Mazzega Italian Pendant with Amber & Clear Murano Glass, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Captivating Mazzega Italian pendant with amber & clear Murano glass, 1970s.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Murano Glass Flower Pendant Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1970's
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Murano glass chandelier was designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, in Italy, during the 1970's
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Murano White and Blue Glass Pendant Light, Italy, 1970s
By Murano 5
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful white and blue pendant light of murano glass. Manufactured in Italy, Europe, around 1970
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Murano Glass Swirl Pendant 1970's Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A beautiful large handmade Murano glass ceiling lamp with a swivel design in wheat/caramel and off
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

1970's Italian Space Age Murano Glass Pendant
Located in Praha, CZ
Murano glass, Italian pendant from 1970's. Beautiful combination of white opaline glass with violet
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

1970's Glass and Chrome Pendant from Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Schoorl, NL
This feature comes from Mazzega in Italy. Textured clear glass rectangles with a brush of orange paint. When illuminated, this diffuses the light beautifully. A steal frame with thre...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

1970's Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Pendant
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Large 1970s modern Murano glass pendant with chrome hardware, newly professionally rewired and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Wooden and artglass Murano pendant / chandelier - Italy, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Praha, CZ
- Italy, around 1970s - chrome with patina, polished - wooden parts refreshed - three bulbs any
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Murano Glass and Chrome Chandelier Pendant by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Rome, IT
This chandelier by the Italian designer Mazzega (circa 1970) has a chromed metal construction and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Steel, Chrome

Large Murano Swirl Pendant in White 1970's
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A beautiful large handmade Murano glass ceiling lamp with a swivel design in clear and white
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Blue & White Murano Glass Bell Pendant Attributed to Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. This pendant features a bell-shaped blue and white Murano glass lampshade
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1970's Italian Murano Glass and Chrome Pendant 'Saturn'
Located in Praha, CZ
Beautiful chandelier made in Italy in the 1970's. The chandelier/pendant is made of Murano glass
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

1970s Mazzega Murano Glass Pendant Chandelier, 3 Lights and Chromed Black Steel
By Mazzega
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Large 1970s Mazzega pendant chandelier with three big Globe of transparent Murano glass bullyant
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Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Murano Green Glass Pendant 1970's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Murano green glass blown into metal frame Rewired takes one 60 watt Edison Based bulb Supplied
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Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass Pendant Light, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Palermo, PA
Beautiful mini Murano pendant light. Magnificent ice blue color on the glass. Wire is adjustable to
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Murano Italian Glass Pendant Lamp, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in CABA, AR
Indulge in the exquisite beauty of Murano craftsmanship with this rare pendant plate lamp, a true
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Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

1970's Murano Chandelier by Mazzega - 41 Lattimo Glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
. Murano blown glass in a traditional way. Period: 1970s-1980s Dimensions: 47,25 inches (120 cm) height
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Set of three brass and artglass Murano pendants - Italy, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Praha, CZ
- Italy, around 1970s - brass with patina, see the pictures - new wiring - one bulb any wattage
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Carlo Nason Milk Glass Pendant for Mazzega Venice, 1970's
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in London, GB
Opaline Murano triple shade glass pendant lamp. Three cone shape hand blown glass shades descend
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Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Venetian Murano Fazzoletto Striped Art Glass Pendant, 1970s
By Carlo Nason, Kalmar Lighting, Toni Zuccheri, Mazzega, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Impressive 1970s striped Murano art glass ceiling light attributed to AV Mazzega. The shape is
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass, Art Glass, Glass

Italian Murano Glass Bell-Shaped Iced Glass and Chrome Pendant Light, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Barntrup, DE
This stunning mid-century Italian Murano glass pendant light features a chromed metal fitting. Its
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

Mid-century modern Murano glass pendant light by Mazzega, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Palermo, PA
Murano glass light from Murano Mazzega. This exquisite masterpiece, dating back to the 1970s, is
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Chandelier Murano, Mazzega, 1970s
By Mazzega, Murano 5
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very nice style of lighting - Murano glass - Four-flaming.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Mid Century Mazzega Murano Glass Pendant, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Praha, CZ
- Hanging ball - Adjustable height - Made in Italy.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Rare Large Pair 1970's Murano Cascade for Carlo Nelson Design by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
What a magnificent pair of large hands blown Murano glass lights, design by the iconic MAZZEGA ,the
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-century modern Murano glass pendant light by Maestri Muranesi, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Palermo, PA
This sophisticated pendant light showcases Murano glass with a beautiful blend of stunning green
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Murano Glass Pendant Chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
, Murano, circa 1970s. The large vintage Murano pendant light is made of seven hand blown clear with real
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Murano Glass Pendant Chandelier
Murano Glass Pendant Chandelier
H 51.19 in Dm 25.6 in
Mazzega Murano Pulegoso Glass Stalactite Chandelier 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
Mazzega was founded in 1946 with the goal of breathing new life into the centuries-old craft of glass-making. The company collaborated with various artists and designers, many of wh...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

1970s Murano Ceiling Light My Mazzega, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Palermo, PA
Beautiful bell shaped Murano ceiling light my Mazzega, 1970s. Rough white coloured surface on
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

1970s Murano Ceiling Light My Mazzega, 1970s
1970s Murano Ceiling Light My Mazzega, 1970s
H 13.78 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
1970's Glass & Chrome Pendant by Carlo Nason for Mazzega
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Schoorl, NL
This rare piece comes from designer Carlo Nason (manufactured by Mazzega in Italy). The textured pieces surrounding the bulb are incredibly unique and elegant in their flowing curvat...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Mazzega Murano Flame Chandelier 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Lighting Acquisitions Of A 1970s Mazzega Murano " Flame " Hand Blown Glass Chandelier This
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Murano Glass Chandelier by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
look due to the shape of the Murano glass elements that hang from the frame. We have numerous sizes
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Murano Glass Chandelier by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
look due to the shape of the Murano glass elements that hang from the frame. We have numerous sizes
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Italian Midcentury Murano Glass and Chrome Chandelier, 1970s
By Murano 5
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Wonderful smoke / dark brown glass chandeliers from Murano with chromed lamp base. Made in Italy
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Murano Chandelier, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Rome, IT
The chandelier is made of a brass structure from which hang nine beautiful flowers Murano glass
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Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Murano Chandelier, 1970s
Murano Chandelier, 1970s
H 39.38 in Dm 13.78 in
Mid Century Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega Italy 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Palermo, PA
Mid Century Glass Pendant Lamp in Murano Glass by Carlo Nason for Mazzega This stunning pendant
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Beautiful Two Tiers Murano Glass Petals Chandelier, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning hand blown Italian four light Murano glass chandelier with brass frame. Clear and white
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1970’s Leucos Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by Renato Toso
By Renato Toso, Leucos
Located in Bern, CH
1970’s Leucos Murano Glass Pendant Lamp designed by Renato Toso Design: Renato Toso. With
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass, Murano Glass

1970's Murano Glass & Chrome Pendant by Cristal Arte
By Cristal Arte
Located in Schoorl, NL
This a very stylistic piece from Cristal Arte. The distinctive 1970s blend of modern and classic
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

1970’s Italian Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Bagshot, GB
A 1970s clear and white glass chandelier, with 7 lights and gold frame and fittings. Height
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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Elegant 1970's Murano Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant Murano chandelier, perfect for a dinning room or breakfast room, the height can shorter.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Elegant 1970's Murano Chandelier
Elegant 1970's Murano Chandelier
H 27 in W 23 in D 23 in
Murano Glass Chandelier attrib Mazzega 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Chandelier . Three thick Murano Glass shades . Chrome armature . Large E27 bulb needed
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Italian Tubular Clear & Amber Murano Glass Chandelier Designed by Mazzega, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking Italian chandelier designed by Mazzega, circa 1970s, featuring hand-blown Murano glass
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Large Murano Pendant Chandelier with Colored Glass by Mazzega, c. 1970s
By Venini, Mazzega
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Italian Mid-Century Modern chandelier comprised of hand blown Murano Glass pendants with organic
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

1970s Murano Glass Globe Pendant
Located in London, London
Globe or ball pendant Murano glass Rippled glass with white inclusions Brass fittings
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1970s Murano Glass Globe Pendant
1970s Murano Glass Globe Pendant
H 49.22 in Dm 15.75 in
1970s Mazzega Pendant
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
A 1970s Italian Murano glass "Space Age" pendant composed of a handblown cloud glass
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

1970s Mazzega Pendant
1970s Mazzega Pendant
H 40 in Dm 9 in
Space Age 1970s Chandelier by Mazzega in Murano Glass
By Mazzega
Located in Palermo, PA
Beautiful Mazzega Murano 1970s ceiling light. The glass is caramel/beige with hints of green on
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

1970’s Vintage Italian Murano chandelier lamp in Vistosi style 23 pink glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. The chandelier has 23 fantastic Murano white
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Galactico Sputnik Murano Glass Chandelier. Italy, 1970's.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, mounted on 24 karat gold plated metal frame / Made in Italy, 1970's. Measures: Diameter 37.5 inches
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

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1970s Murano Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 1970s murano pendant available at 1stDibs. Each 1970s murano pendant for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. Find 2359 options for an antique or vintage 1970s murano pendant now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the 1970s murano pendant you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1970s murano pendant, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Mazzega Murano, Vistosi and Venini each produced at least one beautiful 1970s murano pendant that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1970s Murano Pendant?

The average selling price for a 1970s murano pendant at 1stDibs is $3,582, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $60,183 for the highest priced.

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.

Questions About 1970s Murano Pendant
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

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