$1,490
H 12.6 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in
Antique Vintage Diffused Tulip Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautiful tulip shaped diffused opaline ceiling pendant made by Sunglow, England circa 1930. ...
Copper
$3,349
H 13.78 in Dm 7.09 in
Exceptional Bauhaus Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Drop by Siemens 1920s, Germany
By Peter Behrens, Siemens
Located in Munich, DE
Executed in copper, brass and opaline glass, the lamp needs 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb.
Brass, Copper
$401
H 26.38 in Dm 7.88 in
Antique Art Deco Globe Round Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp on Brass Stem, C.1930
Located in London, GB
A beautifully crafted globe-shaped opaline glass pendant light, c.1930. Hand blown and rolled white glass with simply formed aged brass gallery and stem. Perfect for use in a porc...
Copper
$1,898
H 30.71 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Antique French Art Deco Glass Ceiling Pendant Chandelier Light By Petitot & Ezan
By Atelier Petitot
Located in Sale, GB
- A large French Art Deco gilded bronze six-arm ceiling chandelier featuring high-quality glasswork typical of Ezan, French circa 1930. - The fixture comprises of six arched decorati...
Copper
$8,813
H 29 in Dm 20.4 in
Large Diameter 20.4Ø" Rare Layered 'Flameboyant' Alabaster Shade 5 Light Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning Art Deco hand carved and layered multi-colored alabaster shade, 5 light chandelier. Thanks to its timeless design, aesthetic beauty, large size and superb condition this an...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Wire
$1,428
H 12.6 in Dm 13.78 in
B.A.G. Turgi Industrial 1930s Bauhaus Pendant Lamp Attributed to Hin Bredendieck
By Hin Bredendieck, BAG Turgi
Located in London, GB
Copper and opaque white glass with chunky industrial fitting.
Copper
Jade Plaque Inscribed with Poem, 1900
Located in Northampton, MA
This dark green (almost black) nephrite jade pendant is inscribed with a brief poem about spring.
Jade, Silver, Copper
$578
H 13.78 in Dm 11.82 in
Vintage Antique Art Deco Semi-Spherical Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930
Located in London, GB
Beautifully formed semi-spherical opaline glass pendant lamp with copper gallery. c.1930 Moulded opaline glass shade, this shape of lamp were often found in churches and chapels up ...
Brass
$884
H 11.03 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Antique Vintage Art Deco Church Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautifully shaped original art deco church opaline pendant light with copper gallery, England circa 1930. - The pendant is of a rare satin opaline finish with open bottom, wonde...
Glass
$1,222
H 27.56 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Antique Vintage Art Deco Church Opaline Milk White Glass Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautifully shaped original art deco church opaline pendant light with copper gallery, England circa 1930. - Wear commensurate with age, in a satin opaline finish and open bottom...
Glass
$568Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.81 in D 0.34 in L 1.62 in
Stunning 47.70 Carat Natural Bi Color Drilled Tourmaline Vase Carving
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bicolor Tourmaline Carved Weight: 47.70 Carats Dimension: 41x20.5x8.5 Mm Origin: Africa Color: Red & Green Shape: Carving Quality: AAA . Bicolor tourmaline is connected to the heart ...
Tourmaline, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, ...
$500
W 0.6 in D 0.32 in L 0.95 in
Gorgeous Tri Color Tourmaline Carving Gemstone for Necklace Jewelry 22.25 Carat
Located in Peshawar, PK
Tourmaline Carved Weight: 22.25 Carats Dimension: 24x15x8 Mm Origin: Africa Color: Tri ( Black,Red,Peach) Shape: Carving Quality: Top . Bicolor tourmaline is connected to the heart c...
Tourmaline, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, ...
Victorian Garnet and Glass Heart Necklace on 14k Gold Chain
Located in Lewisburg, PA
The deep red garnets provide a vivid contrast to the translucent heart, creating a composition that feels both sentimental and decorative. The pendant is a copper-silver alloy with ...
Garnet, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau Chandelier, France circa 1900
Located in Culver City, CA
France, 1900 Copper and Opaline glass Chandelier with intricate details and pulley / weight system. Adjustable drop. 25”dia x 75”h Ref. L5309 $ 7,200
Copper
1910 GE Street Light
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is an early General Electric luminous arc lamp. It has a 15 inch diameter and stands 30 inches tall. I believe these were the type of street lamps used in NYC at the turn of the...
Copper
Art Nouveau Ceiling Lamp Suspension In The Taste Of Was Benson
By Was Benson
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Nouveau pendant light circa 1905 in copper and brass in the spirit of Was Benson.
Copper
Arts and Crafts Hex Pendent - Hammered Finish
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a classic hex satined glass arts and crafts pendent. The metal parts have an dark copper hammered finish. The glass is very interesting hammered finish as well and is a perfe...
Copper
$1,292
H 17.72 in Dm 11.82 in
Kronleuchter aus Messing, Jugendstil, ca. 1910 – Loetz schillerndes Glas Martelé
Located in Praha, CZ
In perfect original condition. Perfectly cleaned, new wiring. iridescent glass made by Loetz, Martelé decor body made of copper-plated brass sheet.
Brass, Copper
Arts & Crafts Holophane Gasolier
By Holophane
Located in Tarporley, GB
#3760 Antique Arts & Crafts Holophane gasolier. English 1910. Elegantly decorative & perfectly proportioned gasolier with rare hexagonal Holophane prismatic shade. Crafted from br...
Brass, Copper
Art Nouveau Ceiling Lamp Suspension In The Taste Of Was Benson
By Was Benson
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Nouveau pendant light circa 1905 in copper and brass in the spirit of Was Benson.
Copper
Art Nouveau chandelier in the style of W.A.S. Benson
By W.A.S. Benson
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Nouveau chandelier circa 1900. Brass and copper frame in the style of W.A.A. Benson. Opalescent uraline tulip. Electric, B22 socket. In perfect condition. Total height: 50 cm Di...
Brass, Copper
Antique Holophane Electroliers – 2 Available
By Holophane
Located in Tarporley, GB
#3761 Exceptional Pair of Antique Holophane Electroliers. English 1910’s. A rare and highly sought-after pair of original Holophane electroliers, each presented in untouched condit...
Brass, Copper
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 ‘WAY OUT’ Gas Light Sign
Located in Tarporley, GB
#3826 Antique ‘Way Out’ gas light sign. English 1920’s. Originally fuelled by gas this fantastic pair of illuminated signs are an extremely rare find, all complete & in excellent o...
Metal, Copper
$11,753Sale Price|20% Off
H 82.68 in Dm 43.31 in
Antique early 20th century monumental large brass and glass centerpiece lamp
Located in Casteren, NL
This monumental hanging lamp is an exceptional lighting object from the early twentieth century and originates from the Bruges region in Belgium, an area that was well known at the t...
Brass, Copper
French Early 19th Century Crown Fixture
Located in Round Top, TX
An outstanding early 19th century Crown Fixture from the Provence region of France. Beautifully constructed with an iron skeleton and decorated with beautifully patina'd copper. Pe...
Copper, Iron
Antique English Wedgwood Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 English copper chandelier with Wedgwood porcelain plaques. Measurements: Drop: 26" Diameter: 16"
Copper
$18,568
H 35.44 in Dm 29.14 in
French Empire Revival Alabaster & Bronze Chandelier, Early 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Monumental French Empire Revival Chandelier with Alabaster Bowl, Patinated and Gilt Bronze, Early 20th Century An impressive Empire style chandelier, dating from the early 20th cent...
Alabaster, Bronze, Copper
Very Large French Chandelier in Bronze & Opaline Napoleon III Period
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
Very Large French Chandelier in Bronze & Opaline Napoleon III Period A magnificent converted bronze oil lamp with character and charm from the nineteenth century. The chandel...
Bronze, Copper
Antique Brass Chandelier with Grotesque Masks
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique Gilded Brass Chandelier with Grotesque Masks – Neo-Baroque / Neo-Renaissance – 19th / Early 20th Century Description: A rare and imposing antique chandelier in neo-Baroque / ...
Brass, Copper
WAS Benson Art And Crafts Chandelier
By Was Benson
Located in NANTES, FR
Art nouveau chandelier circa 1900. Brass and copper frame with 5 branches. 5 opalescent glass tulips by James Powel. Stamped 2 times "Benson". Electrified and in perfect condition. ...
Brass, Copper
Billiard Snooker pool table light Victorian
Located in Radstock, GB
An exceptionally decorative billiard or snooker table light circa 1890,a steel frame is embellished with copper, brass and pewter. Lamps of this qulaity are becoming harder to find,...
Brass, Copper, Steel
Hand Formed 13-Light Gothic Chandelier
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is an amazing lamp. It's all solid copper and brass with 13 glass candles and light amber glass beads. There is a very unique moth theme that runs around the outside ring. The i...
Copper
MOORISH Mosque Chandelier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Beautiful mosque lamp from the 19th century. with its original chains and canopy. With the perforation in the metal the light radiates in the room.
Copper
Original Baltic Exchange Chandeliers (Survivors of IRA Bombing)
Located in New York, NY
“Survivors of Baltic Exchange IRA Bombing” cast bronze sea creatures, spun copper bowls, from the Baltic Exchange, London (chains folded in image). Buyers at Ann-Morris, Inc. were so...
Bronze, Copper
Antique Gothic Revival Chandelier and Church Sanctuary Lamp
Located in Antwerp, BE
A baroque sanctuary lamp or holy water bowl of hammered yellow copper. Decorated with winged angel heads grape tendrils. Total height 49" - 125 cm. Diameter 13.7" - 35 cm. Height fi...
Brass, Copper
1910s Antique Behrens for Siemens Ceiling Chandelier, Germany
By Siemens, Peter Behrens
Located in Praha, CZ
- original good condition - opal white glass in the shape of a bell connected by a circle with lower frosted glass - patinated copper - plated sheet metal - only re-polished - new...
Copper, Sheet Metal
$80,000
H 67 in Dm 54 in
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III 24-Light Gilt Bronze Monumental Chandelier
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III 24-light gilt bronze monumental chandelier By: unknown Material: metal, bronze, copper, tin, glass Technique: cast, molded, polished, metalwork...
Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin
$822
H 46.07 in Dm 14.18 in
Lampada Liturgica Lanterna Italiana Tonda in Rame Sbalzato con Putti 1880 circa
Located in Milano, MI
Lampada a sospensione italiana, lampada Votiva a una luce della fine XIX secolo. Lampada per Sacramento liturgico in rame lavorato a sbalzo con elementi a forma di angelo in fusione ...
Brass, Copper
$5,288
H 15.75 in Dm 27.56 in
French Bronze Art Deco Hollywood Regency Chandelier Showing Male Nude Figures
Located in Antwerp, BE
A remarkable two tier bronze six light French Hollywood Regency chandelier, the upper part inspired by Wiener Werkstätte Art Deco designs showing three male nude figures supporting a...
Bronze, Copper
Pair of 20th Century French Gilt Bronze and Glass Farole-Like Ceiling Lamps
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of early 20th century french cast bronze and glass farole-like ceiling lamps By: unknown Material: bronze, glass, copper, metal Technique: cast, gilt, metalwork, molded, polish...
Bronze, Metal, Copper
Fine Gilt Bronze and Alabaster Belle Époque Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
A fine bronze and alabaster Belle Époque chandelier, shaped as swirling and flowering rose branches, early 20th century. Dimensions: Diameter 75 cm, height 100 cm.
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze, Copper
$14,691
H 49.61 in Dm 35.44 in
Large French Art Nouveau Gilt Brass Chandelier with Five Glass Flower Shades
Located in Antwerp, BE
A large French Art Nouveau gilt brass chandelier with five original glass flower shades, made around 1900. This impressive French Art Nouveau chandelier dates from around 1900 and i...
Brass, Copper
Wrought Iron Chandelier, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
French wrought iron chandelier has six candelabra arms. This chandeliers would work beautiful over a pool table, kitchen island, dining table, bar, or entrance hall. Diameter 33.4...
Brass, Copper, Wrought Iron
$6,927
H 37.41 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in
French Art Nouveau Hammered Brass Chandelier 1890 Antique 8 Lights Gold Floral
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Breathtaking & exceptional! This French Art Nouveau chandelier made out of solid brass & hammered brass done fully by hand. Originally made for candles and later in its life convert...
Brass, Copper
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 15 in Dm 9 in
Early 20th Century Brass & Copper Maritime Nautical Pendant Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique brass and glass hanging lantern exemplifies the robust craftsmanship and utilitarian elegance characteristic of early 20th-century maritime and industrial lighting. Its ...
Brass, Copper
$2,820
H 38 in W 8 in D 8 in
Rare Arts & Crafts Pendant Light / Lantern w. Copper & Sea Blue Cathedral Glass
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and all handcrafted light fixture of beautiful design and perfect proportions. If you are looking for an early 1900s, stylish and top quality crafted light to grace your entry ...
Brass, Copper
Antique Gilt Venus and Psyche Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique cameo brooch pendant features a finely carved depiction of Venus and Psyche, rendered in high relief from natural shell.
Gold Plate, Copper
$2,526
H 30 in Dm 8.4 in
Beautiful English Arts & Crafts Brass and Opaline Glass Lantern / Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique Arts & Crafts Brass & Opaline Glass Pendant Lantern, c.1890. This impressive and finely handcrafted lantern is a rare surviving example of late 19th-century Arts & Crafts de...
Brass, Copper
$70,000
H 86.5 in Dm 39.5 in
19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Glass Important Pendant Lantern
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th century french Neoclassical gilt bronze and glass very important large pendant lantern By: unknown Material: metal, bronze, copper, tin, glass, crystal Technique: cast, mo...
Crystal, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin
Antique Tibetan Gau Box Pendant Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
The central pendant is adorned with applied wirework on the front, while the back of the pendant is covered with copper, which opens to reveal a hidden compartment — a traditional fe...
$3,770
H 1 in W 1.5 in D 0.5 in
AntiqueRenaissance FleurDeLis Niello HighRelief Gilt Engraved Heraldry Reliquary
Located in Chicago, IL
We took some of the photos in natural light to best show the metallic colors. While the brooch/pendant has red tones associated with copper in some light, it otherwise appears matte ...
Gilt Metal, Niello, Silver, Copper
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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