Midcentury Black & White Ceiling Light with Original Enamel, c. 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury ceiling lights with original black and white enamel, c. 1920. Overall in wonderful
Metal, Enamel
Ceiling Fixture, Global Pendant Light, White, Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hanging pendant light, white stripes, mid-century.
Glass
Neoclassical Opaque White Cast Glass Round Pendant Ceiling Light Fixture
Located in San Francisco, CA
A wonderful cast opaque white glass ceiling pendant in the classical taste, made by the Chicago
Metal
Early 20th Century English Cut Glass Ceiling Light
Located in Southampton, GB
A Early 20th Century cut glass ceiling light . This can be mounted direct on to the ceiling or hung
Brass
$1,094
H 9.85 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Antique Vintage Brass Church Opaline Milk White Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A rare 'Hailware' opaline brass ceiling pendant by Hailwood & Ackroyd, England circa 1930. - The
Brass
$1,236
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
Glass
$406
H 10.24 in Dm 11.82 in
Vintage Antique Art Deco Church White Opaline Glass Flush Ceiling Light, C.1920
Located in London, GB
A flush mounted opaline glass light shade made in England by GEC. c.1920 The hand‑blown opaline
Brass
Carved Pink Alabaster French Art Deco Ceiling Light Chandelier
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Antique carved pink and white Alabaster Art Deco ceiling light with the original, hand-knotted rope
Alabaster
French Neoclassical Style Gilt Brass and Glass Ceiling Light, 1920s
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Neoclassical style bronze, brass, and frosted glass ceiling light fixture, circa
Brass
Scandinavian Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1920s, UL-ready
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful, decorative, and very rare art deco ceiling light with hand-decorated glass shade and
Brass
$1,529
H 19.69 in Dm 15.36 in
French Neoclassical Style White Glass and Bronze Pendant Light, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
A beautiful Neoclassical style white milk glass pendant ceiling light fixture with an ornate bronze
Bronze
$2,650
H 17.5 in Dm 9.7 in
Small Art Deco Alabaster Flush Mount / Pendant w. Bronzed Stem, Finial & Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and small size, two-light, white alabaster ceiling lamp of superb quality and condition
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Vintage Industrial, O.C. White Adjustable Ceiling Task Light Lamp
By O.C. White
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Industrial, adjustable, O. C. Measures: White ceiling adjustable task light with a 10
Metal
A Four Light French White Opaline Glass Ceiling Light
Located in New York, NY
A four light French white opaline glass ceiling light with bronze frame suspended from bronze chain
Opaline Glass
O.C. White Ceiling Mount Light Fixture
Located in Culver City, CA
O.C. white ceiling mount light fixture with ball compression, single white 10" milk glass shade
Metal
O.C. White Rare Ceiling Mount Light Fixture
Located in Culver City, CA
O.C. White unusual ceiling mount light fixture with rare metal enamel white shade
Metal
Sold
H 22.05 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Antique Vintage German Bauhaus Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
- An original and rare Bauhaus two tone opaline ceiling pendant, Germany circa 1930. - The pendant
Brass
Sold
H 19.69 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in
Antique Vintage German Bauhaus Opaline Milk White Glass Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
- An original and rare Bauhaus opaline milk glass ceiling pendant, Germany circa 1930. - The
Opaline Glass
Sold
H 16.54 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
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
Opaline Glass
Sold
H 9.85 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
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
Sold
H 16.54 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
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
Opaline Glass
Sold
H 14.18 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in
Pair Vintage Antique Church Opaline Milk White Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
, although it was inspired by Venetian Milk Glass, and White Glass produced in Bristol. The popularity of
Copper
Sold
H 13.78 in Dm 15.36 in
French Brass Art Nouveau Cut Blown Glass Flush Mount Large Ceiling Light, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent French Art Nouveau brass cut blown glass flush mount large ceiling light. Original
Brass
Ceiling Light by O.C. White
By O.C. White
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ceiling light. Manufactured by O.C. White in the U.S., circa 1910. Rewired for US junction boxes
Aluminum, Iron
O.C. White Ceiling or Wall Lamp Style AW Light Fixture
By O.C. White
Located in Oakville, CT
O.C. white adjustable ceiling pendant or wall sconce task lamp, light, cast iron fittings, ball and
Steel, Iron
Brass Ceiling Mount Down Light Pendant White Shades Restored
By Sheffield
Located in New York, NY
1910s polished brass ceiling mount pan light fixture pendant featuring four hanging down lights
Brass
French Rococo Style Bronze and White Frosted Cut Glass Ceiling Light
Located in Barntrup, DE
Adorable Rococo or Louis XV style ceiling light. The light fixture is made of bronze and ornate
Bronze
Sold
H 9 in Dm 24.75 in
Large & Rare Antique White Alabaster and Cast Bronze Flush Mount / Ceiling Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Excellent condition, stately design alabaster light fixture. With early 20th century lighting
Alabaster, Bronze
Sold
H 13.39 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in
Antique Vintage Copper Opaline Milk White Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautiful and rare opaline ceiling pendant with copper gallery, English circa 1930. - Most
Copper
Timeless Art Deco Bright White & Black Veins Alabaster Chandelier Ceiling Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful and good size, mint condition Art Deco alabaster pendant. This beautiful, full moon like design Art Deco pendant is in superb condition and its lunar like surface makes ...
Alabaster, Brass
Empire Style Starburst Brass & Glass Ceiling Light
Located in Astoria, NY
Empire Style Starburst Brass and White Glass Ceiling Light with faceted circle and star form glass
Brass
Sold
H 17.72 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Large Antique Vintage Church Opaline Milk White Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautiful and all original church opaline pendant light with gallery, English circa 1930
Opaline Glass
Sold
H 15.75 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
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
Copper
Sold
H 26.78 in Dm 24.02 in
Swedish Grace Ceiling Light from Sweden, Brass and Bronze with White Glass Shade
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish Grace ceiling light from the 1920s. The base is made in patinated brass and bronze and the
Brass
20th Century Floral Crystal Ceiling Light Flush Mount
Located in Casteren, NL
20th century crystal ceiling light with blue/white flowers. This ceiling light has eight lights
Sold
H 23 in Dm 15.8 in
Pure Art Deco Alabaster Ceiling Light / Pendant with Matt Black Chain & Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
light to your ceiling is child's play. With perfect packing (in a custom made box) and worldwide
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Art Deco White Alabaster Pendant Light, France, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Art Deco white alabaster pendant light, France, 1920s. A beautiful French Art Deco white alabaster
Alabaster, Metal
French White Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light Fixture, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
A refined Art Deco white alabaster pendant ceiling light fixture with dark brown and black veins
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Art Nouveau Pink Rose Brass and White Glass Ceiling Light
Located in Stamford, CT
Three-light brass and white glass ceiling light in the Art Nouveau style decorated with pink roses
Brass
Tall Gilded Bronze and White Glass Chandelier
Located in London, GB
A Napoleon III gilded bronze and opaline white glass ceiling light, in the Empire style, French
1920s White Ball Ceiling Light in Chrome
Located in Zohor, SK
Stylish and elegant ceiling light. White opaline glass ball and chrome base and construction from
Chrome
Green Mercury Glass Pendant, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Green Mercury Glass Pendant Made in Italy With unique brass fitter and elegant ribbed shade. 19.5" dia x 12" h ( overall h adjustable ) Ref. L1581 *4-6 Week Lead Time* *EU Wiring / ...
Brass
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
LU Louis SM Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The handsome LU Louis SM Sconce is a smaller version of our LU Louis Sconce, an all brass wall sconce in lightly patinated brass with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. M...
Brass
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
"Madeleine" Bow Back Walnut Chair by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
This modern solid Oak dining chair in a rich walnut finish features a unique bow-shaped back and a contoured upholstered seat. The seat is crafted for comfort and made with a woven ...
Oak
19th Century Biedermeier Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
XIX Century Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany, 1830-1835 Mahogany Biedermeier Chest of Drawers with spectacular mahogany veneer which is laid absolutely symmetrically and runs a...
Mahogany
Majuli Bronze Cane Trolley, Viya by Vikram Goyal
By Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Majuli Bronze Cane Trolley, Viya by Vikram Goyal Sinuous forms in a captivating rhythm of deftly woven cane, evoke the dynamic flow of Assam's rivers. The collection’s namesake, the...
Brass
$4,200
H 36 in W 37 in D 21 in
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Oversized Bergere Marquise Armchair
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century French Louis XVI style bergère marquise upholstered armchair in painted wood frame with neoclassical architecture embellished hand-carved foliates, rosettes and tapered ...
Fabric, Wood, Paint
American Glass and Brass 1960's Pendant Fixture
Located in Buchanan, NY
This is a uniquely designed glass lighting fixture featuring a mix of vertically and horizontally cut ridges. This combination of prism lines and circular form radiates a beautiful a...
Glass
A set of French Neoclassic Alabaster Light Fixture, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of five, circa 1960's French neoclassic style carved alabaster light fixture. Sold individually. Measurements: Current drop: 24" Diameter: 25"
Alabaster
Alabaster and Brass Pendant Light Fixture
Located in San Francisco, CA
Elegant pendant shaped carved alabaster light fixture with brass hardware. Recently re-wired and ready to install. We can adjust the the chain measurement to buyers specification. We...
Alabaster, Brass
Antique Continental European Alabaster Light Fixture, Early 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ten-sided carved and fluted alabaster bowl with five reeded arms surmounted by acanthus leaf carved candleholders. Carved alabaster bowl hanging from original braided cloth hanger, ...
Alabaster
Brutalist Italian Dining Chairs
Located in London, London
Dining chairs Brutalist style Walnut Made in Italy Seat height 44cm Price is per chair and can be ordered in any quantity. These contemporary Italian dining chairs are a striki...
Beech
Set of French Carved Alabaster Fixtures. Sold Individually.
Located in New York, NY
Set of six circa 1950's French carved alabaster light fixtures with 3 Edison interior lights and patinated bronze chain and canopy. Sold & priced individually. Measurements: Di...
Alabaster, Bronze
Black Glass 10-Light Chandelier
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an attention grabbing late 20th century black glass chandelier. This large chandelier features 10 candle arms and is in excellent condition, retaining its myriad black glass ...
Metal
19th Century Wedgwood Majolica Fish Heads Oyster Plate
By Wedgwood
Located in Winter Park, FL
A small 19th century English Wedgwood majolica oyster plate having six wells with green fish head motif surrounding a central white well. Brown ground molded as fish scales with yell...
Majolica
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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