Antique Biedermeier Ruby Glass Brass Ceiling Light for Candles
Located in Munich, DE
This beautiful ruby red ceiling light is in fine original condition. It is suspended from its
Brass
Empire Brass Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Light Antique Classical
Located in Berlin, DE
invitation to timeless elegance in your space. It is not just a lighting fixture, but also embodies history
Crystal, Brass
$6,679Sale Price|20% Off
Plafonnier Crystal Chandelier Brass Lustre Ceiling Antique Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Exquisite Antique Chandelier: A restored masterpiece from the past Discover the charm of a bygone
Crystal, Brass
Antique Victorian Cast Iron Ceiling Rose, Ivy Leaf Design, c1880, UK
Located in High Peak, GB
K0421 Antique English Victorian cast iron ceiling rose with intricate pierced ivy leaf design
Iron
Amber Crystal Antique Chandelier Ceiling Florentiner Lustre Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Presenting our cherished old chandelier, lovingly and professionally restored in Berlin. Its electrical wiring is compatible with the US, having been re-wired and prepared for easy h...
Crystal, Brass, Wire
$9,065Sale Price|20% Off
Amber Crystal Antique Chandelier Ceiling Florentiner Lustre Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Chandelier, Lovingly Restored in Berlin and Ready to Illuminate Your Space Embrace the
Crystal, Wire, Brass
Antique French Alabaster Plafonnier Brass Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1920
Located in London, GB
A neatly proportioned French alabaster plafonnier pendant light, c.1920. Off-white coloured alabaster, smaller in diameter but very heavy duty for its size. Supported by a delicatel...
Alabaster, Brass
$4,580Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Brass Chandelier Lustre Ceiling Lamp Rarity Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
**Rare Art Nouveau Brass Chandelier - A Distinctly Elegant Ceiling Lamp** Presenting a rare gem
Brass, Wire
Big Art Deco ceiling lamp with original antique glass shade vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Big Art Deco ceiling lamp with original antique glass shade vienna around 1920s Brass polished and
Brass
Antique Industrial Bauhaus Peter Behrens Opaline Luzette Ceiling Pendant Light
By Peter Behrens
Located in Sale, GB
- An original and rare Luzette pendant light by Peter Behrens for AEG, German circa 1920. - Two tone glass with copper gallery and central band. - Fantastic original condition, a stu...
Glass
Antique Vintage Industrial Church Opaline Daisy Flower Ceiling Pendants Light
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline daisy flower pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are age...
Steel
Antique Vintage Art Deco Opaline Glass Philips Phililite Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
- A magnificent conical opaline 'Phililite' ceiling pendant by Philips, in completely original
Brass
$2,862Sale Price|40% Off
Art Nouveau Brass Chandelier Lustre Ceiling Lamp Rarity Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing our exquisite antique chandelier, lovingly restored in Berlin with meticulous attention
Brass, Wire
$1,907Sale Price|20% Off
Lustré Cage Chandelier Crystal Ceiling Gold Antique Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Chandelier: Lovingly Restored in Berlin, Exuding Elegance Step into a realm of timeless
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Antique Vintage Bauhaus Peter Behrens Style Glass Brass Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
- An original and rare Bauhaus ceiling pendant with original chain and ceiling rose, Germany circa
Glass
Brass Crystal Chandelier Antique Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Lamp
Located in Berlin, DE
We present to you an exquisite Art Nouveau brass chandelier chandelier ceiling light a real rarity
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Antique Stained Glass Ceiling Light or Wall Panel Jewels & Rondels Brass Frame
Located in Toledo, OH
Antique stained glass ceiling light or wall stained glass panel. Faceted jewels and rondels. Brass
Glass
Antique Marbled French Alabaster Plafonnier Brass Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1900
Located in London, GB
ring, cast with some beautiful details including cherub faces. Mounted directly to the ceiling via its
Alabaster, Brass
Pair Vintage Antique English Three Part Holophane Glass Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
A wonderful pair of three part Holophane ceiling pendants with chain and ceiling roses, England
Brass
Vintage Antique American Three Part Holophane Glass Ceiling Light Pendant Lamp
By Holophane
Located in Sale, GB
- A wonderful three part copper Holophane ceiling pendant with chain and ceiling rose, American
Copper
Antique Crystal CEILING LAMP Pendant Venetian Style Hollywood Regency Chandelier
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique Crystal CEILING LAMP, Pendant Light Long Hollywood Regency Chandelier There is space for
Crystal, Metal, Gold, Brass, Bronze, Sheet Metal
Antique Vintage Bauhaus Peter Behrens Style Opaline Copper Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautifully presented rare and original Bauhaus ceiling pendant, Germany circa 1930. - The
Brass
Antique Vintage German Industrial Brass Bronze Ceiling Chandelier Light Pendant
Located in Sale, GB
- An exquisite three-arm bronze ceiling chandelier featuring high-quality glasswork, Germany circa
Brass
Antique Industrial Opaline Siemens Peter Behrens Daylight Ceiling Pendant Light
By Peter Behrens
Located in Sale, GB
original ceiling rose. - Beautiful original condition, these pendants were unique in the fact that they
Opaline Glass
Large Antique Vintage Brass Holophane Ceiling Chandelier Pendant Light Lamp
By Holophane
Located in Sale, GB
example and statement piece for any room, the chandelier comes with its original ceiling rose and chain
Brass
Antique Marbled French Alabaster Plafonnier Brass Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1900
Located in London, GB
ceiling and retains its original ornamental ceiling rose. Rewired with black twisted flex and ready to
Alabaster, Brass
Antique Vintage German Bauhaus Opaline Milk Glass Brass Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
- An original and rare Bauhaus opaline brass ceiling pendant, Germany circa 1930. - The pendant
Opaline Glass
Low Oval Plafonnier Crystal Chandelier Brass Lustre Ceiling Antique Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Oval Crystal Chandelier in Brass Italy 1922 This stunning antique chandelier originates
Crystal, Brass
Maria Theresia Crystal Chandelier Antique Ceiling Lamp Luster Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Weight: approx. 12 kg Lighting: 15 x E14 sockets for modern bulbs Condition: Fully restored, with new
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Antique Edwardian Faraday & Son Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light, C.1900
By Faraday & Son
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant English alabaster plafonnier pendant light made by Faraday & Son. c.1900 Off-white alabaster with an array of coloured figuring. Simple but elegant dished sh...
Alabaster, Brass
Set Antique Vintage Industrial Church Opaline Acorn Ceiling Pendants Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn shaped ceiling pendants with steel galleries, circa 1950
Steel
Antique Vintage English Church Stepped Satin Opaline Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
-A wonderful extra large satin opaline ceiling pendant with original patinated gallery, England
Copper
Pair Antique Vintage Church Diffused Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendants Light
Located in Sale, GB
- A wonderful pair of diffused opaline ceiling pendants by Morco, England circa 1920. - The opaline
Bronze
$825Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Art Nouveau and Art Glass Ceiling Light with Grape Leaf Design
Located in Houston, TX
This Art Nouveau ceiling or flush-mount light has a lovely patina and has a design that is Art
Brass
New Ceiling Light Antique Look Chandelier Plafonnier Crystals Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
Chandelier Ceiling Chandelier - Empire Elegance with Customizability Introducing a new Art Deco
Crystal
$5,672Sale Price|47% Off
Brass Crystal Chandelier Antique Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Lamp
Located in Berlin, DE
. Low oval ceiling crystal chandelier brass. Cabling completely renewed. Crystal hand knotted. Measures
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Low Oval Plafonnier Crystal Chandelier Brass Lustre Ceiling Antique Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Oval Brass Ceiling Crystal Chandelier from Italy, 1918 This stunning antique chandelier
Crystal, Brass
$2,384Sale Price|42% Off
Basket Chandelier Brass Empire Crystal Lustre Ceiling Antique Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Presenting an exquisite brass Empire crystal lustre ceiling lamp, an antique Art Nouveau treasure
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Swedish Empire Ceiling Chandelier in antique Classicist Style brass polished
Located in Berlin, DE
Polished brass and facet-ground prism hangings. Measures: Diameter 76 cm Height 120 cm.
Brass
Antique Edwardian Chrome Plated Cut Glass Flush Ceiling Light. c.1910
Located in London, GB
A flush mounted cut glass light shade made in England by GEC. c.1910 The hand‑cut glass shade is the work of a true master-craftsman and follows a classic, elegant form and set in i...
Copper
Antique Vintage Industrial Holophane Prismatic Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
By Holophane
Located in Sale, GB
- A single 'Ripple-Lite' Holophane ceiling pendant with original stamped copper gallery, England
Glass
Antique Bauhaus Kandem Opaline Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp By Körting & Mathiesen
Located in Sale, GB
- An original and extremely rare satin opaline Bauhaus ceiling pendant by Kandem, Germany circa
Copper
Brass Crystal Chandelier Antique Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Lamp
Located in Berlin, DE
let this enchanting chandelier illuminate your home with its easy installation and stylish lighting in
Crystal, Brass
Antique Industrial Opaline Milk Glass Peter Behrens Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
By Peter Behrens
Located in Sale, GB
- An original and incredibly rare conical ceiling pendant by Peter Behrens for AEG, German circa
Brass
Ceiling lamp with six lights. Bronze with antique finish and glass.
Located in Madrid, ES
Ceiling lamp with six lights. Bronze with antique finish and glass. The central stem is decorated
Metal, Other
Vintage Industrial Antique Copper GEC Opaline Glass Ceiling Pendant Light c.1930
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
An elegantly shaped opaline glass lamp with copper gallery, likely made in England by GEC. c.1930 Of oval form, heavy duty opaline glass with slight violet tint and original coppe...
Copper
$16,223Sale Price|20% Off
Brass Crystal Chandelier Antique Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Lamp
Located in Berlin, DE
Restored Antique Chandelier: A Labor of Love from Berlin Step into the world of timeless elegance
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Antique Gold Metal Triple Tube Pair of Ceiling Lamps by TZ, 1960s Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Rare Space Age Antique gold metal triple tube mini pair of ceiling lamps by TZ, 1960s, Germany
Metal
Ceiling Lantern Carved in Wood with Antique Finish in Grey Tones
Located in Marbella, ES
Ceiling Lantern Carved in Wood with Antique Finish in Grey Tones
Glass, Wood
Pair Antique Vintage Two Tone Acorn Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
- A wonderful pair of two tone church opaline 'Viktoria' ceiling pendants by Asea, Sweden circa
Brass
XL Large Antique Vintage French Caged Holophane Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
By Holophane
Located in Sale, GB
- An outstanding and extremely rare large caged Holophane pendant with original chain and ceiling
Glass
$9,542Sale Price|38% Off
Antique French Crystal Chandelier Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Lamp
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing our cherished old chandelier, lovingly and professionally restored in Berlin! Its electrical wiring works seamlessly in the US, as it has been expertly re-wired and is re...
Crystal, Brass
French Candelabrum Black Crystal Antique Chandelier Ceiling Lustre Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
**Restored Vintage Chandelier - Preserving History with Care in Berlin** This vintage chandelier has been thoughtfully restored in Berlin, capturing the essence of its historical ch...
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Antique French Louis XVI Style Crystal, Cut Glass, and Bronze Ceiling Light
Located in Barntrup, DE
Antique French Louis XVI Style Crystal, Cut Glass, and Bronze Ceiling Light, circa 1900 An elegant
Crystal, Bronze
XL Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Cut Glass Flush Ceiling Light. c.1910
Located in London, GB
, even spread of light. Can be wall or ceiling mounted. Rewired to connect to mains. Worldwide shipping
Brass
Run Set Vintage Antique Industrial Opaline Enamel Ceiling Pendant Light By BTH
By Mazda
Located in Sale, GB
- A wonderful set of industrial opaline 'Mazda' ceiling pendants by British Thomson-Houston
Enamel
Antique Vintage English Petite Church Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
A small but very charming opaline ceiling pendant with ornate solid brass gallery, England circa
Brass
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.
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.