Holophane Plafonnier Pendants
Sold|$2,200
Holophane Plafonnier Pendants
Located in Culver City, CA
Prismatic Holophane bowl held in place by a brass ring on chains that lead up to a central hook.
19th Century English Antique Plafonnier
Brass
Sold|$2,200
Holophane Plafonnier Pendants
Located in Culver City, CA
Prismatic Holophane bowl held in place by a brass ring on chains that lead up to a central hook.
Brass
Sold|$2,650
Antique Chandelier, Alabaster Plafonnier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautifully carved alabaster plafonnier with a bronze chain and canopy.
Alabaster, Bronze
Sold|$2,488
French 1920s Alabaster Plafonnier
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic Art Deco hanging light. It's made from alabaster with the three brass hanging chains secured with roses heads. Please take a look at all our pictures to see the...
Alabaster, Brass
Antique Chandelier. Crystal Pendant Plafonnier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Very nice French early 20th century crystal plafonnier with three internal lights.
Crystal
Sold|$5,250
Fabulous Heavily Carved Alabaster Plafonnier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fabulous heavily carved alabaster plafonnier, France, circa 1910. 3 Lights. Dimensions:18" diameter
Alabaster, Bronze
Sold|$875
Very Fine Flush Mounted Plafonnier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine flush mounted plafonnier. bronze frame with strings of graduated faceted beads. On the
Crystal, Bronze
Edwardian English Frosted Cut Glass Plafonnier
Located in Southampton, GB
An Edwardian English, Frosted Plafonnier. Sitting within a patinated copper circlet, with original
Copper
Sold|$4,500
Antique Chandelier. Lantern Style Plafonnier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Very fine gilt bronze and crystal Versailles type hall fixture, four lights.
Crystal, Bronze
Sold|$1,175
Copper & Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light
Located in Tetbury, England
A dished copper ceiling light with a carved alabaster centre, suspended on three chains with original ceiling plate.
Alabaster
Sold|$28,500
Antique Gilt Bronze and Crystal Plafonnier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Superb gilt bronze and crystal plafonnier.
Crystal, Ormolu
Moonstone Plafonnier Pendant, England, Circa 1930
Located in Culver City, CA
Moonstone Plafonnier pendant England Circa 1930 Fluted moonstone bowl with original ring and
Glass
Sold|$1,300 / item
Holophane Plafonnier Pendants, England, Circa 1920
Located in Culver City, CA
Holophane Plafonnier pendants England, Circa 1920 Holophane Blondel Stilleto bowls with original
Metal
19th Century English Cut Glass Plafonnier
Located in Southampton, GB
A 19th Century Cut Glass Plafonnier. Thick copper banded circlet, with decorative motif and
Brass, Copper
Sold|$19,500
Tiffany Studios New York "Geometric" Plafonnier
By Tiffany Studios
Located in New York, NY
This Tiffany Studios New York 'Geometric' plafonnier features a captivating shade composed of
Bronze
French Art Deco Frosted Etched Glass Plafonnier
Located in Astoria, NY
French Art Deco Silvered Metal and Frosted Etched Glass Plafonnier, Circa 1930. Dealer: S138XX
Metal
Sold|$4,950
Very Fine Gilt Bronze and Crystal Plafonnier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine gilt bronze and crystal plafonnier. Six lights Measures: Height 32" x diameter 24
Crystal, Bronze
French Amber Art Deco Ceiling Light / Plafonnier
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
French Amber Art Deco Ceiling Light / Plafonnier This delightful Art Deco amber bowl is decorated
Glass
Large Early 20th Century Cut Glass Plafonnier
Located in Southampton, GB
An Edwardian English cut glass Plafonnier. Sitting within a patinated copper circlet, recently
Brass
Tiffany Studios New York "Vine Border" Plafonnier
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Tiffany Studios "Vine Border" plafonnier features a striking yellow ochre shade with
Bronze
A Diminutive 19th Century English Alabaster Plafonnier
Located in Southampton, GB
A Diminutive Alabaster Plafonnier. Brass circlet with wrought iron hanging chain and hooks. Age
Alabaster, Brass
X Large 19th Century English Cut Glass Plafonnier
Located in Southampton, GB
A large scale, 19th Century English cut glass Plafonnier. Comprising a finely cut glass bowl
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century English Copper and Alabaster plafonnier light
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century English Copper and Alabaster plafonnier light Dimensions in inches: H 5” x W 16
Alabaster
Petite Plafonnier Lights in Beaded Cut Crystal
Located in North Miami, FL
Great for a small WC, closet or hallways etc.
Brass
Silver Over Bronze & Crystal Pendant or Plafonnier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine & Decorative Silver over Bronze and Crystal Pendant. The top ring issuing pierced "Plumes". At the bottom "Palmettes" centered by flower, graduated crystal chains featuri...
Crystal, Bronze
Alabaster Plafonnier With Bronze Fittings, Scotland, Circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
Scottish alabaster plafonnier with original bronze fittings, circa 1880. Triple chain. Three
Alabaster
20th Bronze and Opaque Glass Plafonnier Ceiling Light
Located in Bagshot, GB
This 20th Century Bronze Plafonnier ceiling light with opaque glass and decorative thret work with
Bronze
An Art Nouveau "Primose" Plafonnier by Emile Gallé
By Émile Gallé
Located in Englewood, NJ
A French Art Nouveau Cameo-Carved glass and bronze plafonnier by, Emile Gallé decorated with a
Bronze
Small Decorative Jefferson Moonstone Glass Plafonnier Ceiling Light
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in Nottingham, GB
VINTAGE JEFFERSON & CO MOONSTONE PLAFONNIER PENDANT LIGHT An eye-catching Moonstone Plafonnier
Brass, Silver Plate
Antique Marbled Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1910 White alabaster with a beautiful
Alabaster, Copper
Wonderful Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze and Crystal Plafonnier
Located in Long Island City, NY
A wonderful early 20th century gilt bronze and crystal plafonnier The bronze and twelve crystal
Crystal, Bronze
Extra Large Decorative Jefferson Moonstone Glass Plafonnier Ceiling Light
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in Nottingham, GB
VINTAGE JEFFERSON & CO MOONSTONE PLAFONNIER PENDANT LIGHT An eye-catching Moonstone Plafonnier
Brass
Large Antique Jefferson & Co Moonstone Bowl Plafonnier Pendant Light
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in Nottingham, GB
VINTAGE JEFFERSON & CO MOONSTONE PLAFONNIER PENDANT LIGHT An eye-catching Moonstone Plafonnier
Brass
A Stunning Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze and Crystal Plafonnier
Located in Long Island City, NY
A stunning early 20th century gilt bronze and crystal plafonnier. The bronze and eight crystal
Crystal, Bronze
Antique Art Deco Crystal Plafonnier / Ceiling Chandelier, Circa 1925-1935.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Art Deco Crystal Plafonnier / Ceiling Chandelier, Circa 1925-1935. This is a nicely
Crystal, Iron
Antique 12" Pressed Opaline Glass Plafonnier Light Pendant, C.1920
Located in London, GB
A pressed opaline glass plafonnier bowl pendant light. c.1920 Pressed milk glass of fluted
Brass
Antique Art Deco Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1920
Located in London, GB
A beautifully simple alabaster plafonnier pendant light, c.1920. Cauldron shaped with a clean
Alabaster, Brass
Antique Tortoise Shell Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1910 Simply formed alabaster bowl with
Alabaster, Brass
Antique 12" Moonstone Opaline Glass Plafonnier Light Pendant, C.1920
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in London, GB
A very elegant pressed glass Jefferson 'Moonstone' plafonnier lamp. c.1930 Heavy duty pressed milk
Glass
Antique Art Deco Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1920
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1920 White alabaster with a
Alabaster, Brass
RARE Antique Edwardian Hand Crafted Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light, C.1900
Located in London, GB
A large and incredibly rare mosaic alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1900 About as good as
Alabaster, Brass
Antique 12" Moonstone Opaline Glass Plafonnier Light Pendant, C.1920
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in London, GB
A pressed‑glass moonstone plafonnier bowl pendant light, c.1920. Made from heavy pressed milk
Glass
Antique Hand Carved Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An elegant alabaster plafonnier pendant light, circa 1910. Made from softly toned off-white
Alabaster, Brass
Antique Bronze Osler & Holophane Prismatic Glass Plafonnier Light, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An incredible and monumental Holophane bowl plafonnier lamp. c.1920. The large prismatic glass
Bronze
Antique Marbled French Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant French alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1910 Crafted from fine white
Alabaster, Brass
French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Baccarat Crystal and Ormolu Plafonnier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Plafonnier. The bottom has a crystal sphere with rosettes. Above is an ormolu tier with foliate chasing and
Vintage Crystal Bowl Plafonnier Pendant Light With Aged Copper Fittings
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
ELEGANT ANTIQUE CUT GLASS BOWL PLAFONNIER LIGHT FITTING An attractive plafonnier pendant light
Brass, Copper
Vintage Holophane Xl Plafonnier Pendant Light With Polished Brass Fittings
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
EXTRA LARGE PLAFONNIER PENDANT LIGHTS BY HOLOPHANE An attractive plafonnier pendant light made in
Brass
Rare Huge Holophane Blondel Plafonnier Bowl with Aged Brass Fittings
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
Rare Extra Large Plafonnier Pendant Light by Holophane An attractive and rare size plafonnier
Brass
Rare Jefferson Moonstone Deep Bowl Plafonnier With Exceptional Quality Fittings
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in Nottingham, GB
RARE 16-INCH JEFFERSON MOONSTONE DEEP BOWL PLAFONNIER WITH EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY CAST FITTINGS A
Brass
French Early 20th Century Louis XVI Small Plafonnier with Detailed Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
French early 20th century Louis XVI plafonnier draped with octagonal crystals and graduated faceted
Crystal, Bronze
Art Deco Jefferson 'Moonstone' Milk Glass Plafonnier Light Pendant, C.1930
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in London, GB
A very elegant pressed glass Jefferson 'Moonstone' plafonnier lamp. c.1930 Heavy duty pressed
Copper
Antique 10" Holophane Stiletto Bowl Prismatic Glass Plafonnier Light, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
A very well presented glass plafonnier pendant light by Holophane. c.1920 Original deeply cut
Brass
Art Deco Jefferson 'Moonstone' Milk Glass Plafonnier Light Pendant, C.1930
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in London, GB
A beautiful silver plated moonstone glass plafonnier ceiling light. c.1920 Silver plated brass
Brass
Art Deco 'Moonstone' Opaline Milk Glass Plafonnier Light Pendant, C.1930
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in London, GB
An elegant moonstone plafonnier pendant light. c.1930 Thick pressed frosted moonstone glass of
Brass
Arts & Crafts 14" Antique Moonstone Opaline Glass Plafonnier Light, C.1920
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in London, GB
A Large pressed glass moonstone plafonnier pendant light. c.1920 Heavy duty pressed milk glass
Glass
Antique 12" Holophane Blondel Bowl Prismatic Glass Plafonnier Light, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
A very well presented 12" glass 'Blondel' plafonnier pendant light by Holophane. c.1920
Brass
Rene Lalique Lausanne Plafonnier Chandelier No.2479, Amber Crystal, Signed, 1929
By Lalique, René Lalique
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lovely rare Lausanne Deep Amber plafonnier chandelier. Rene Lalique. signed. Accessories appear to
Crystal
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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