Henri Dieupart Abstract Art Deco Bird Bowl Pendant Light
Located in Ware, GB
A very pretty French Art Deco Pendant light with pressed and moulded glass etched with florals and stylised geometric shapes. Known for working with opaque glass and delicate forms, ...
Glass
Henri Dieupart Abstract Art Deco Bird Bowl Pendant Light
Located in Ware, GB
A rare find, this antique Henri Dieupart light suspends from three supports and delivers light through an opalescent moulded glass with abstract bird motifs. When light hits the gla...
Glass
Ebb Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media Light Sculpture / Pendant by Kim Mesches
By Kim Mesches
Located in New York, NY
Ebb Sculpture by Kim Mesches Mesh, Epoxy, LED Left Sculpture: 70" x 40" x 11" Middle Sculpture: 63" x 35" x 10" Right Sculpture: 70" x 39" x 11" Available for immediate delive...
Epoxy Resin
Unavailable
H 20 in W 4.5 in D 4 in
‘Ghost’ Hanging Neon Pendant Abstract Light Sculpture, Neon Embedded in Resin
By Marco Guglielmino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The ‘Ghost’ series is a study in physics because the weight of the resin is supposed by the neon glass. The glass is embedded in layers of pigmented with phosphorescent pigments that...
Art Glass, Epoxy Resin
TRN ceramic abstract light, model D1
By Pani Jurek
Located in Grojec, PL
The D1 lightning fixture is part of TRN collection. Three dimensional objects inspired by Jan Tarasin painting, have simple calligraphic forms which can play together as if they were...
Brass
Unavailable
H 9 in W 14 in D 12 in
Hot Pink Neon Light Sculpture, Hand Bent Abstract Light Sculpture Modern Glass
By Marco Guglielmino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This solid hot pink neon light sculpture in an abstract form allows the viewer to see different things, reminiscent of picking out shapes in the clouds. Each neon sculpture is a one-...
Blown Glass
Unavailable
H 9 in W 14 in D 9 in
Ocean Blue Neon Light Sculpture, Glass Abstract, Handbent, One of a Kind, Modern
By Marco Guglielmino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This one of a kind neon sculpture in ocean blue is 3-Dimensional organic neon sculptures focusing on shape, balance and proportion. Creating a variety of sizes and colors, most can ...
Art Glass
Ingo Maurer Style Abstract Pendant Light, Off-White Felt, Four Available
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Art meets illumination with these beautiful pendant lights in the style of Ingo Maurer. Off-white felt loops and tassels illuminated by a single bulb, white ceiling cap included. To...
Felt
Abstract Hanging Light Sculpture
Located in San Francisco, CA
Inspired by nature on the cellular level, this pendant is crafted with sheets of copper soldered to copper rod in the form of a sphere. The bulb occupies the negative space with it...
Wire
1970s Sciolari Abstract Chrome Ceiling Light
By Gaetano Sciolari, Sciolari Lighting
Located in London, England
1970s Gaetano Sciolari abstract chrome ceiling hanging light. Each of the twelve sculptured shades, with lacquered white interiors, holds each bulb in place. The shades can either be...
Metal, Chrome
1970s Abstract Italian Sciolari Twelve-Arm Chrome Hanging Light
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in London, England
A 1970s abstract Italian chrome hanging light or chandelier designed by Gaetano Sciolari. PAT tested to British standards and in full working order. Twelve vertical tubes interlocked...
Metal, Chrome
Sold
H 38.98 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
1970s Sciolari Chrome & Glass Cubic Abstract Hanging Light Chandelier
By Gaetano Sciolari, Sciolari Lighting
Located in London, England
1970s Italian abstract cubic ceiling hanging light designed by Gaetano Sciolari. The staggered cubic shapes which are made of chromed metal and aluminium with heavy glass cubes at th...
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
1960s Five Circular Arm Abstract Sciolari Style Chrome Hanging Light
By Sciolari Lighting, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in London, England
An unusual and abstract 1960s five-arm chrome hanging light with circular covers surrounding each bulb in the style of Sciolari. The circular bevelled covers are sprayed white inside...
Chrome
Sold
H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in
1970s, Mid-Century Dutch RAAK Chrome & Abstract Glass Cascading Hanging Light
By RAAK
Located in London, England
1970s Mid century RAAK Amsterdam chrome and glass cascading hanging light. The light has 5 hanging shades suspended from a star chrome ceiling plate. The formed glass shades feature ...
Chrome, Wire
TRN ceramic abstract light, model E3
By Pani Jurek
Located in Grojec, PL
The E4 lightning fixture is part of TRN collection. Three dimensional objects inspired by Jan Tarasin painting, have simple calligraphic forms which can play together as if they were...
Ceramic
Art Deco Pendant Light Signed Arvers (André Delatte)
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Deco pendant light, circa 1930. Molded-pressed glass bowl featuring a dahlia motif with blue patina. Signed "Arvers" (Arvers France mark), a line created by André Delatte for his...
Bronze
$1,260
H 35 in Dm 16 in
Great Shape, Size and Color, 1920s Art Deco Glass Pendant Light / Ceiling Lamp
Located in Lisse, NL
Art Deco glass pendant with striking marble patterns. If you are looking for a stylish and beautifully shaped pendant to grace your entrance, landing, kitchen area or perhaps a bedr...
Brass
Large Art Déco Pendant Light, 1930s - 1940s
Located in Schwerin, MV
This Art Deco ceiling lamp impresses with its nostalgic character and its extraordinary shape. The large, curved glass shade is in a warm yellow-beige and features a decorative, marb...
Metal
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.75 in Dm 13.63 in
French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier in the manner of Degue
By Degué
Located in Miami, FL
Illuminate your space with this stunning French Art Deco chandelier. Featuring a striking geometric design, this signed masterpiece combines molded frosted glass with a sophisticated...
Bronze, Nickel
Form No. 4 - Fluentum Series - Bentwood Sculpture
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
This sculpture is part of the Vrksa Series and derives its inspiration from The Forms line of works. The piece demonstrates the flow of wood, the emerging and the reduction of wood; ...
Bentwood
$3,208
H 24.5 in Dm 12 in
1920s French Art Deco Wrought Iron Bird Pendant Light with Geometric Glass Shade
Located in Lisse, NL
Sculptural birds, textured ironwork, and luminous geometric glass give this French Art Deco pendant a wonderfully individual presence. Dating from circa 1920, this distinctive light...
Wrought Iron
Very Rare & Stylish Art Deco Painted Lined Glass Pendant / Ceiling Lamp
Located in Lisse, NL
Art Deco hand-painted glass lantern pendant Lamp, Europe circa 1920. This elegant and characterful pendant lamp is a refined example of early twentieth-century lighting design. Crea...
Brass
$1,095Sale Price|20% Off
H 20.48 in Dm 13.78 in
French Art Deco Lustre Glass Ceiling Pendant Chandelier, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art Deco chandelier or lustre, French Frozen glass and brass 1930 Good condition a chip on the glass, not disturbing (please see last photo). Shipping: D 35 H 11 1.2 Kg.
Fabric, Glass
$2,853
H 30 in Dm 15.9 in
French Pure Art Deco Glass Pendant Light / Chandelier, Daum Pierre D'Avesn 1930s
By Daum, Pierre D'Avesn
Located in Lisse, NL
Another top quality made, antique French Art Deco pendant light with the wow factor. This Art Deco chandelier by Pierre D'Avesn was all hand-crafted at Daum's (Croismare, Nancy) stu...
Brass
French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier Signed by Degue
By David Gueron Degue, Degué
Located in North Bergen, NJ
French Art Deco pendant chandelier by the French artist Degue. Clear frosted glass shade with geometric motif. Held by three nickel rods and ceiling plate. Has been rewired for Ameri...
Glass
Art Deco Pendant Lamp in brass and milk glass, 1940s
Located in Palermo, IT
Art Deco pendant lamp in brass and milk glass, 1940s E27 bulb. Glass intact, good condition. This type of chandelier, often called a "plafonnier," consists of a metal frame that supp...
Brass
Art Deco Pendant Vienna Around 1920s with Original Cut Glass Shade
Located in Wien, Au
Art Deco pendant vienna around 1920s with original cut glass shade. Brass polished and stove enameled. Original cut glass shade.
Brass
French Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Rope, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and beige rope pendant light designed and produced in France, c. 1930s. Wear and white paint present to canopy as illustrated Overall Dimensions (inches): 25.4"H x 13.9"W x...
Rope, Glass
French Art Deco Frosted Glass Bowl Pendant Chandelier
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco (circa 1925) round pendant form frosted glass bowl form chandeliers with a fluted design and star finial bottom suspended by 3 chains.
Metal
French Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass pendant light designed and produced in France, c. 1930s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 21.0"H x 14.25"D All lighting will be con...
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier in Glass & Brass
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Bring timeless French elegance into your home with this authentic French Art Deco pendant chandelier, crafted in France during the 1920s. Combining beautifully molded glass with refi...
Brass
Classical Carved Marble Stone Sink Basin
Located in Robertsbridge, England
Italian Classical Carved Sink Basin This timeless beautiful Italian classical sink is cut from one single block of white marble with added carved relief detail, these designs have no...
Marble
Floral Wall Lamp or Flush Light by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Ernest Palme, Palwa, Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar, Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in München, DE
Wonderful floral wall or ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with the crystal glass flowers has a very luxurious appearance and sparkles particularly beautifully. The design and th...
Metal
Swedish 3 Door Cabinet - Nordens Flora Illustrations
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Swedish three-door sideboard or cabinet, circa 1950s. The cabinet features clean lines and a balanced interior layout behind two doors, opening to separate compartments. One compar...
Birch, Paper
$2,062 / item
H 15.75 in W 16.54 in D 15.75 in
handmade ceramic side table, organic shape, cream taupe glaze
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Hand-sculpted ceramic side table with an organic shape made in Project 213A's in-house ceramic workshop. Finished in a contemporary glaze. Each piec...
Ceramic, Clay
$3,150 / item
H 40.01 in Dm 55.12 in
Eight-Arm Brass Chandelier, Ivory or Black Heads, Gold Inside in Stilnovo Style
By Arteluce, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Best size for dining room use. Enchanting 54in - 135cm diameter chandelier. Midcentury eight-arm spider chandelier with ivory or black shades and natural patinated brass. Pivotting h...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$947
H 11.82 in W 15.36 in D 13.39 in
Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century wall shelf in curved rattan and bamboo. This stylish organic shelf was designed by Franco Albini in Italy during the 1960s. In amazing conditions and with a cha...
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Art Deco Apaca Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art Deco Apaca Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s Only polished
Alpaca, Wood
Large Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's English large leaded glass light fixture with interior lights and bronze body. Measurements: Present drop: 30" Diameter: 32"
Glass
$8,500
H 30.5 in W 32.75 in D 20 in
Custom Serpentine Etched Mirrored “Harlow” Vanity from Nancy Corzine
By Nancy Corzine
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb serpentine form vanity with etched decoration under the mirrored surfaces. The frieze with two short drawers with etched ribbon garlands with bows and tassels, flanking a cent...
Mirror
French Art Deco Steel Mirror With Marble Base
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco Steel Mirror With Marble Base. This handsome late Art Deco French steel mirror with a strong geometric design has an unusual marble base and is well made. Our versati...
Marble, Steel
René Lalique, "Primevères" Bowl, France Art Deco 1920s
By René Lalique
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful Primeveres René Lalique bowl, France 1920/1930s. Decorations of flowers all around the bowl. Signed R. Lalique. Dimensions in cm ( H x D ) : 6.5 x 16 In fair condition. O...
Glass
$48,047
H 43.31 in W 31.11 in D 0.04 in
Original Antique Travel Poster Monaco Monte Carlo Alphonse Mucha Art Nouveau
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in London, GB
Original antique travel poster for Monaco Monte Carlo by the notable Czech illustrator, graphic artist and painter Alphonse Mucha (Alfons Maria Mucha; 1860-1939) featuring a stunning...
Paper
$2,200 / item
H 41.75 in W 23 in D 23 in
2005 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Aluminum Executive Desk Chair in Blue Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Executive-Height Soft Pad Desk Chair, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1968. This particular example dates to 2005. T...
Aluminum
$2,400 / item
H 40 in W 22.5 in D 23.75 in
2000s Herman Miller Eames Executive Soft Pad Desk Chair in Green Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chairs, Model EA437, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These pieces date to the 2000s. The...
Aluminum
$1,769
H 12.21 in Dm 14.57 in
French Art Nouveau Brass and Glass Three-Light Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Elegant French Art Nouveau flush-mount ceiling light with sculptural brass foliage and floral glass shades, circa 1920. This refined French Art Nouveau flush-mount ceiling light dat...
Brass
Set of 4 Anglo Indian Opaline Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A set of 4 1950's Anglo-Indian single-light sconces with carved wood backplates and opaline glass hurricanes. Sold per pair. Measurements: Height: 24" Width: 5.5" Depth: 11.5"
Bronze
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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