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Italian Pendant Chandelier, Modern Design of the 50s
Located in Rome, IT
Italian pendant lamp manufactured in Italy during the 50s. Charming spherical pendant lamp
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Arredoluce Monza, Large Mid-Century 18 Lights Chandelier from 50s
By Arredoluce
Located in Catania, CT
during the 50s and made from brass and opaline glass. No cracks or chips, patina on the brass. Full
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Mis-Century Stilnovo pendant with three lights. Italy 1950s
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in Catania, CT
50s. Good vintage condition with normal trace of age and use but some dents on the metal parts
Category

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

Materials

Brass

1 of 3 Mixed Colored Glass Pendant Lights, Germany, 1960s
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
A collection of beautiful and stylish glass pendant lights made in Germany and Italy around the
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

20th Century Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Chandelier mod. Vela, 50s
By Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce
Located in Turin, Turin
a reputation for creating premium quality lights based on clean, simple, and functional designs
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Maison Lunel - Pair of Mid-Century Modern Wall lights - 1950s France
By Lunel
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
the 50's design. They are all in contrast: the luminous and milky whiteness of the opaline is opposed
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Industrial Steel Lights with Glass, Italy, 1950
Located in Milan, IT
early 50’s.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel

Large Grey Enamel Industrial Lights by Benjamin Electric
By Benjamin Electrical Company 1
Located in Nottingham, GB
large lot of lights for over 50 years. The brass "X Type" galleries have been polished to a high
Category

Mid-20th Century British Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Steel

Tulip Lights Chandelier in Brass & Opal Glass, Germany, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Berlin, BE
1950s German 12 lights E14 white spider chandelier Stilnovo type stream German design from the 50s to
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

PH 5 Pendant
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

PH 5 Pendant
PH 5 Pendant
H 10.5 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in
PH 5 Pendant
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

PH 5 Pendant
PH 5 Pendant
H 10.5 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in
PH 5 Pendant
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

PH 5 Pendant
PH 5 Pendant
H 10.5 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in
PH 5 Pendant
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

PH 5 Pendant
H 10.5 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in
PH 5 Pendant
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

PH 5 Pendant
PH 5 Pendant
H 10.5 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in
Suspension Lamp with Eight Lights, 1950 from Italy, Brass
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Italian pendant lamp from the 50s. The lamp itself is made of brass and has 8 small aluminium
Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Floating Lights Model S.18.01.E27 Lightweight Chandelier Vantot Netherlands
By Vantot
Located in Breda, Noord-Brabant
Floating lights Model S.18.01.E27 (Form.Rows.Version.Number of Elements) Form: s (straight
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Chandelier 'Nabila' by Tooy, Brass, Clear Glass, 30 Lights
By Tooy, Corrado Dotti
Located in Paris, FR
Chandeliers Nabila 552.19 (x2) & 552.12 (x1) by Corrado Dotti x TOOY 30 lights UL Listed Model
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pen...

Materials

Chrome

PH 5 Mini Pendant
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

PH 5 Mini Pendant
PH 5 Mini Pendant
H 6.4 in W 11.8 in D 11.8 in
Floating Lights Model S.02.01.E007 Lightweight Chandelier Vantot Netherlands
By Vantot
Located in Breda, Noord-Brabant
Floating lights Model S.02.01.E007 (Form.Rows.Version.Number of Elements) Form: S (straight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel

Italian Mid-Century Modern Ten Lights Chandelier Attributer to Stilnovo, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Beautiful Italian Mid-Century Modern chandelier with ten lights in E14 format, attributed to
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Cesare Toso, Chalice Chandelier, Ruby Red Blown Glass, 8 lights, 1980's
By Cesare Toso
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
glass company. The chandelier has 8 arms and lights, is in perfect condition and dates from the 1980
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Three Lights Murano Glass Chandelier in the Style of Gino Vistosi, 1950s
By Gino Vistosi
Located in taranto, IT
Glass chandelier murano 50s in the style of ginovistosi, consisting of three glasses agoccia in
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Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass, Wood

Midcentury Opaline Glass and Brass Pendant, Italy, 1950
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Elegant chandelier with thin golden brass structure, two opaline glass lights opaline, finely
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Brass for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal, Brass

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Copper for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Copper, Metal

Limpid Light S-Clear Standard, Pendant Light, Hand Blown Glass, Europe
By Vantot
Located in Breda, Noord-Brabant
To order the Full-swing version please check our storefront. Our limpid light size S is a pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Chandelier Pendant Brass Milk Glass Attributed to Stilnovo Midcentury Italy 1960
By Stilnovo
Located in Palermo, IT
, yellow and light blue. Made in Italy in the 50's/60's. Note: We try to offer our customers an excellent
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Monochrome Blue for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Monochrome Black for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in White Modern for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Classic White for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen Ph5 Pendant in Monochrome White for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

MCM to Modern Aluminum Dome Pendant Hanging Light Fixture Selling Separately
By Lightolier
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern to Modern aluminum dome pendant hanging light fixtures 5
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Wire

Hans Bergström pendant model 70/1, produced by Ateljé Lyktan circa 1950
By Hans Bergström
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
of the leading modern designer in scandinavian in the 50's alongside Hans Agne Jakobsson, Josef Frank
Category

Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Chandelier Pendant Brass Glass Attributed to Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte 1940
By Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa
Located in Palermo, IT
Chandelier made in Italy in the 1940s/50s attributed to Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte. The
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant in Modern White for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. New, current
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen Ph5 Mini Pendant in Monochrome Blue for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. New, current
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant in Classic White for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. New, current
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant in Monochrome Black for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. New, current
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

Materials

Metal

Limpid Light S-Clear Full-swing, Pendant Light, Hand Blown Glass, Europe
By Vantot
Located in Breda, Noord-Brabant
Our limpid light size S is a pendant light, decorative light, made in Europe. The Limpid Lights
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Limpid Light S-Smoke Full-swing, Pendant Light, Hand Blown Glass, Europe
By Vantot
Located in Breda, Noord-Brabant
Our limpid light size S is a pendant light, decorative light, made in Europe. The Limpid Lights
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Poul Henningsen Ph5 Pendant in Monochrome Soft Pink for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Hues of Blue for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Hues of Red for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Monochrome Oyster Grey for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Hues of Green for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Hues of Orange for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Hues of Grey for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Swedish Drop Pendant Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, 1950s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
, the design is by Uno & Osten Kristiansson and made by Luxus Vittsjo. In Sweden in the 50's. Made
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Milk Glass, Opaline Glass, Teak

Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant in Hues of Grey for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. New, current
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant in Hues of Blue for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. New, current
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant in Hues of Red for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. New, current
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant in Hues of Pink for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. New, current
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant in Hues of Green for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. New, current
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant in Hues of Orange for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. New, current
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Pastel Blue Pink and Peach for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Pastel Oyster Blue and Pink for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Natural Finish Modern Rattan Skeleton Shade Wall Sconce, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
, 1920. Herb Ritts Sr. also invented the "S springs" under the cushions in the early 50s and replaced the
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1990s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Rattan

Large Midcentury French Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's French polished bronze chandelier with 28 lights. Measurements: Current drop: 50
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Vintage 1960s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Suspended Minimal Modern Walnut Wood Light by Formaminima
By Formaminima
Located in Porto, PT
Design by Formaminima Single Pendant Materials: Body lamp handcrafted in walnut briarwood / crystal glass
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

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Pendant Lights 50s For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of pendant lights 50s available for sale. The range of distinct pendant lights 50s — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. Find 123 antique and vintage pendant lights 50s at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 24 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Pendant lights 50s have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of pendant lights 50s to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, Art Deco and Scandinavian Modern pendant lights 50s are of considerable interest. Many pendant lights 50s are appealing in their simplicity, but Louis Poulsen, Established & Sons and Vantot produced popular pendant lights 50s that are worth a look.

How Much are Pendant Lights 50s?

Prices for pendant lights 50s start at $255 and top out at $48,000 with the average selling for $2,625.

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 and vintage 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 (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), 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.

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 whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — 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.

Questions About Pendant Lights 50s
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Mini pendant lights are scaled-down versions of pendant lights that dangle from an overhead support. Unique mini-pendant lights are a wonderful way to set the ambiance for an entire space because they dangle in mid-air. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique pendant lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A swag pendant light is a fixture that hangs from the ceiling and provides an often inexpensive light source while taking up very little space. Swag pendant lights take up little space — the fixture is typically a bare or shaded socket that is suspended from the ceiling by way of a robust metal chain or cord. A swag pendant also offers a variety of installation options and can enhance the overall look of the room. Shop a range of antique and vintage swag pendant lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The difference between pendant lights and chandeliers is not complicated. In terms of both style and function, chandeliers are not that different from pendant lights. The difference between a chandelier and pendant light is not how they look but rather the way in which they hang. Chandeliers are suspended with multiple branches that hold many bulbs while pendants typically dangle from one central cord or chain. Chandeliers tend to be more intricate and fancier, so if you're looking for something luxurious, then this might work best. With pendants, you’re likely to find a variety of examples in minimalistic modern styles; these would make great additions to any office space because of their versatility like being able to turn them on/off with ease. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pendant lights and chandeliers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, glass pendant lights get dusty. However, all lighting fixtures will eventually gather dust. Regularly wiping your pendant lights can reduce the presence of dust. Shop a variety of glass pendant lights on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Where you hang a pendant light over a kitchen sink is largely a matter of personal preference. If you're installing a new light fixture, consider where you most need task lighting. You may find it better to hang the lamp off to one side to illuminate a food prep area. Generally, there should be 35 to 40 inches of space between the bottom of the pendant and the countertop to allow for adequate clearance. On 1stDibs, find a collection of pendant lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, you can put a pendant light above a kitchen sink. However, if you don’t already have a light receptacle in place, you may need to hire a professional electrician to run wiring to the area. Also, ensure that there is at least 30 to 36 inches of clearance below the light, so you can stand at the sink. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pendant lights.

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