Pair of Antique Crystal Chandelier Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Empire
Located in Berlin, DE
Immerse yourself in the magic of yesterday with these exquisite hand-linked crystal chandeliers, a blend of elegance and Art Nouveau opulence. Carefully restored in Berlin, these cha...
Crystal, Brass
Pair Antique Caged Holophane Prismatic Glass Ceiling Pendants Lights Light Lamp
By Holophane
Located in Sale, GB
- A rare and beautiful pair of caged glass Holophanes, English circa 1930. - Two sections of prismatic glass sit inside a caged frame, the often absent lower dishes sits underneath...
Glass
Brass Crystal Chandelier Antique Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Lamp Purple
Located in Berlin, DE
Old chandelier with love and professionally restored in Berlin. Electrical wiring works in the US. Re-wired and ready to hang not one missing Cabling completely renewed. Crystal, ha...
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Brass Crystal Chandelier Antique Ceiling Art Nouveau Gold Glass Green Purple
Located in Berlin, DE
Old chandelier with love and professionally restored in Berlin. Electrical wiring works in the US. Re-wired and ready to hang. Not one missing. Cabling completely renewed. Crystal...
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Antique Vintage Church Opaline Milk White Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A church opaline pendant light with original gallery, English circa 1930. - Wear commensurate with age, all in very good condition, unusual shape to the opaline glass which looks ...
Opaline Glass
Silver Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Lamp Hall Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
chandelier crystal lustre ceiling lamp hall antique.
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Montgolfiè Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Lamp Antique WoW
Located in Berlin, DE
sockets: 14 x E14 and 1 x E27 Montgolfiè Empire sac a pearl chandelier crystal Lustre ceiling lamp
Crystal, Brass, Wire
2 Montgolfiè Empire Brass Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
brass sac a pearl chandelier crystal lustre ceiling antique.
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Rarity Fine Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Lamp Hall Antique Art Nouveau WoW
Located in Berlin, DE
. Rarity fine chandelier crystal lustre ceiling lamp hall antique Art Nouveau WoW.
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Fine Brass Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Lamp Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
Empire Sac a pearl chandelier crystal lustre ceiling lamp antique. Fine brass Empire Sac a pearl
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Pair Antique Edwardian Vintage Ornate Brass Cut Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A wonderful pair of antique cut glass pendants with original aged brass galleries, chain and
Brass
Large Antique Vintage Church Opaline Milk Glass Globe Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A large antique church opaline globe ceiling pendant, England circa 1930. - Wonderful bulbous
Copper
Antique Vintage Art Deco Two Tone Opaline Daylight Jlrin Ceiling Pendant Light
By Ilrin
Located in Sale, GB
- An original and extremely rare Art Deco two tone JLRIN ceiling pendant with original chain and
Copper
Antique Arts & Crafts Brass Prismatic Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp, C.1920
Located in London, GB
former gasolier, now converted to modern electrics. Complete with Holophane style shades and ceiling hook.
Brass
Antique Arts & Crafts GEC Brass Holophane Glass Ceiling Light Lamp, C.1930
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
ceiling and rewired to connect to mains.
Brass
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Brass Flush Mounted Wall Ceiling Lamp, c.1930
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
. Could be wall or ceiling mounted. Rewired to connect to mains.
Brass
Antique Vintage French Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp With Finial
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautiful and rare satin opaline ceiling pendant, France circa 1930. - Wonderful ribbed detail
Opaline Glass
Run Set Antique Vintage Opaline Milk White Glass Ceiling Pendants Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A rare and impressive run of 'Hailware' opaline brass ceiling pendants by Hailwood & Ackroyd
Brass
Pair Set Antique Vintage Church Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendants Lights Lamps
Located in Sale, GB
decorative galleries with bold original hooked ceiling chain. - Rewired with dark brown braided flex and PAT
Opaline Glass
Pair Set Antique Vintage Church Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendants Lights Lamps
Located in Sale, GB
decorative galleries with bold original hooked ceiling chain. - Rewired with dark brown braided flex and PAT
Opaline Glass
Run Set Antique Vintage Church Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendants Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautiful scarce run of school house opaline ceiling pendants with original galleries, England
Opaline Glass
Antique Vintage Bauhaus German Opaline Brass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp By AEG
By AEG
Located in Sale, GB
- An original and rare flush mounted ceiling pendant, Bauhaus era, Germany circa 1920. - The
Brass
Pair Two Large Antique Diffused Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendants Light Lamps
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautiful and rare pair of diffused opaline ceiling pendants, English circa 1930. - Large
Opaline Glass
Run Set Antique Vintage Church Satin Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendants Light
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous set of large satin opaline ceiling pendants with original galleries, Scotland circa
Copper
Fine Brass Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Lamp Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
Exquisite Antique Empire Crystal Chandelier - A Fine Brass Sac à Perles Design Presenting a true
Crystal, Brass, Wire
A Pair Of Empire Brass Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Light Antique Classical
Located in Berlin, DE
lighting fixture—it is a piece of history, restored with expert craftsmanship. Whether purchased
Crystal, Brass
Sold|$2,800
Pair of Gilt Sunburst Ceiling Fixtures
Located in Buchanan, NY
A very unusual pair of small scale ceiling fixtures in an antique gold patina finish.
Iron, Metal
Fine Glass Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Lamp Antique Art Deco Chrome Silver
Located in Berlin, DE
Restored Antique Chandelier: Expertly Renewed and Ready to Illuminate Presenting a meticulously
Wire
Set of 3 Edwardian Antique Cut Glass Pendant Lights – Elegant Ceiling Fixtures
Located in Lincoln, GB
These exquisite pendant lights are fine examples of Edwardian-era lighting, a period that bridged the
Cut Glass
Pair Basket Chandelier Crystal Empire Brass Sac a Pearl Lustre Ceiling Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
Two wonderful basket chandeliers. Once two of the same as a pair Cabling and sockets completely renewed. Crystal hand knotted Measures: Total height 130 cm, height without chain 110 ...
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
Glass
Large Antique Vintage Cast Iron Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautiful church opaline pendant light with original heavy cast iron gallery, English circa 1920. - Wear commensurate with age, all in very good condition, lovely deep shape to ...
Opaline Glass
Antique Vintage Church Opaline Oval Milk Glass Copper Ceiling Light Pendant Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautiful church opaline pendant light with patinated decorative gallery, England circa 1930. - Wear commensurate with age, all in very good condition, lovely deep oval shape to ...
Glass
Large Antique Vintage Church Opaline Milk White Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautiful church opaline pendant light with patinated decorative gallery, England circa 1930. - Wear commensurate with age, all in very good condition, lovely deep oval shape to ...
Opaline Glass
Pair Vintage Antique Church Opaline Milk White Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous pair of original church opaline glass pendant lights with patinated copper galleries, circa 1930. - Wear commensurate with age, all in a good condition, the copper gall...
Copper
Run Set Antique Vintage English Church Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Lights
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of original church opaline glass pendant lights with patinated steel galleries, circa 1930. - Sourced from the Isle of Lewis, west coast of Scotland, these lights w...
Opaline Glass
Antique Arts & Crafts Brass Opaline Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp, C.1930
Located in London, GB
An elegantly formed brass electrolier with opaline glass shades. c.1930 Beautifully designed brass two-branch electrolier with matched pair of globe opaline glass shades.
Brass
Sold|$2,800
Large Spanish Gilt Metal Ceiling Fixture
Located in Buchanan, NY
This large 1950s Spanish flush mount ceiling fixture is intricately crafted with a double tiered
Metal
Antique Copper GEC Rise and Fall Prismatic Glass Ceiling Light Lamp, c.1930
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
An elegant rise and fall ceiling light made in England by GEC. c.1930 Of exceptional quality as
Brass
Antique F&C Osler Rise & Fall Holophane Glass Ceiling Light Lamp, c.1920
By F. & C. Osler
Located in London, GB
A beautifully formed rise and fall ceiling light with Holophane glass shades. c.1910 Of
Silver Plate, Brass
Vintage Spanish Gilt Metal Sunburst Ceiling Fixture
Located in Buchanan, NY
This spectacular Spanish 1950s gilt metal ceiling fixture features a double layer of small and
Metal
Sold|$2,240
Spanish Sunburst Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture
Located in Buchanan, NY
This intriguing Spanish flush mount ceiling fixture is a remarkable piece of craftsmanship with a
Metal
Sold|$2,400
Baccarat Crystal Ceiling Fixture
Located in Austin, TX
Antique French crystal chandelier. Rewired to UL standards.
Crystal
Unusual Spanish Gilt Metal Sunburst Ceiling Fixture
Located in Buchanan, NY
An unusual Spanish gilt metal ceiling fixture with decorative leaf pattern. Enhance the beauty of
Metal
Spanish 1950s Gilt Metal Crown Ceiling Fixture
Located in Buchanan, NY
This stunning Spanish 1950s gilt metal ceiling fixture features an elegant crown of stylized gilt
Metal
Sold|$2,400
Spanish 1950's Gilt Metal Ceiling Fixture
Located in Buchanan, NY
and functional, this elegant Spanish ceiling fixture is the perfect choice. At 145 Antiques, our
Metal
2 x 'Sac a Perle' Pair Crystal Chandelier Lustre Antique Brass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair (2 Pieces) Original preserved chandelier, circa 1920. Cabling and sockets Completely renewed. Crystal hand-knotted Total height: 115cm height Diameter: 60cm Weight (approximate...
Crystal, Brass
Antique Art Deco GEC Rise and Fall Prismatic Glass Ceiling Light Lamp, c.1930
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
An amazing pair of rise and fall ceiling lights made in England by GEC. c.1930 Of exceptional
Silver Plate, Brass
Vintage Spanish Gilt Metal Sunburst Ceiling Fixture
Located in Buchanan, NY
This beautiful metal Spanish ceiling fixture from the 1950s features a frosted glass center framed
Metal
Italian Antique Blue Glass Wall or Ceiling Lamp with Metal Lamp Holder, 1900
By Emanuele Diliberto
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian antique light-blue glass wall or ceiling lamp with metal lamp holder, 1900s Wall or
Metal
Gilt Metal Sunburst Ceiling Fixture with Feathered Rays
Located in Buchanan, NY
A stunning gilt metal sunburst ceiling fixture from Spain dating back to the 1950s. This flush
Metal
Small Spanish Gilt Metal Ceiling Fixture with Curved Leaves
Located in Buchanan, NY
style to any home decor. This ceiling fixture is part of the vast collection at 145 Antiques, which
Metal
Ornate Spanish 1950's Gilt Metal Crown Ceiling Fixture
Located in Buchanan, NY
This magnificent Spanish 1950s gilt metal crown ceiling fixture features a sweeping array of
Metal
Gilt Metal Sunburst Ceiling Fixture with Double Tiered Rays
Located in Buchanan, NY
This impressive flush mount ceiling fixture, originating from Spain in the 1950s, features an
Metal
Gilt Metal Sunburst Ceiling Fixture with Convex Opaline Globe
Located in Buchanan, NY
This stunning flush mount ceiling fixture has a striking modern design. The gilt metal painted rays
Metal
Sold|$1,920 / set
Spanish Gilt Metal Ceiling Fixture with Double Feather Design
Located in Buchanan, NY
This magnificent flush mount ceiling fixture is a product of the 1950s Spanish design aesthetic. It
Metal
Spanish 1950's Gilt Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture
Located in Buchanan, NY
This distinguished Spanish mid-century flush mount ceiling fixture is a remarkable piece of
Metal
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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