$17,500 / item
H 74 in W 50 in D 50 in
Articulated Industrial Light Fixture by O.C. White for O.C. White Co.
By O.C. White
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A hanging, antique industrial ceiling-mount light fixture with three adjustable arms. Signed on ceiling rosette, this fixture has a dark blackened finish and the original vintage mil...
Glass
White Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's carved Italian alabaster light fixture with interior lights & to be fitted with 3 bronze chains. Measurements: Diameter: 19.75"
Alabaster
Carved White Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
An Italian circa 1920s carved alabaster light fixture with cross-banding detail on body, white with gray veins, to be fitted with bronze chain or silk cords and three interior lights...
Alabaster
White Opaline Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s American, neoclassic style molded glass opaline glass light fixture with foliage motif on body. Bronze chain and canopy. Three interior lights. Measures: 16.5? diame...
Ceiling Fixture, Global Pendant Light, White, Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hanging pendant light, white stripes, mid-century.
Glass
Pink Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A French circa 1920s carved alabaster light fixture with interior lights. To be fitted with silk cords, bronze or nickel-plated chains. Measurements: Diameter 16" Depth of bowl ...
Alabaster
Carved Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Italian carved alabaster ceiling fixture with putti holding garlands of fruits and flowers. Measurements: Diameter: 21" Drop: 34".
Alabaster
1900's White Molded Glass Light Fixture with Cherubs
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's white molded glass light fixture with cherubs design 4 interior lights.
Art Glass
$1,155
H 12.5 in W 11 in D 6 in
Antique Gilt Bronze Welsbach Gas Light Fixture/ Sconce & OC White Bracket
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Antique Gilt Bronze Welsbach Gas Light/ Lamp/ Sconce Fixture. Beautiful original condition. Needs electrification.
Bronze
$6,698
H 21 in Dm 17.7 in
Antique Black & White Alabaster Lotus Flower Pendant Light, Top Quality Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Thanks to its unique design and generous size, this antique alabaster chandelier will beautifully light up both your days and evenings. The impressive deep shade is complemented by a...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Pink Alabaster Light Fixture, Sweden 1920
Located in New York, NY
Soft pink tones surround a central charcoal colored vein. The bowl is in the classical form, and has three upper rings circling the top of the shade. Cloth ropes and canopy are in ...
Alabaster
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 Glass Company, decorated with double handled urns and acanthus leaf swags. Decorativ...
Metal
French Blue Opaline Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French light blue to white opaline light fixture with 3 interior lights.
Opaline Glass
$6,934
H 24 in Dm 17.7 in
Beautiful Art Deco White & Black Veins Alabaster Pendant Light, Ceiling Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning, Stylized and large, 17.7" in diameter alabaster pendant of great quality and condition. This rare design and fairly good size chandelier from the heydays of the European A...
Alabaster, Wire, Metal, Brass
1920s White Opaline Art Deco Flush Mount Light Fixture, Metal Holder
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920s White opaline Art Deco Flush Mount Metal glass holder with white porcelain bulb holder Diameter glass holder 14 cm / 5.5 inches Weight: 1.20 kg / 2.6 lb Priced per individua...
Brass, Iron
1900s Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Antique circa 1900’s Caldwell large white leaded glass light fixture with interior lights.
Glass
Art Deco White Milk Glass Skyscraper Star Hanging Pendant Light Fixture
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Here is a fantastic Art Deco bulbous milk glass light fixture with a traditional curved skyscraper shape to the glass and the metal cap. The glass shade is decorated with art deco st...
Copper
White Alabaster and Bronze Three-Light Pendant Chandelier, France, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Louis XIV-style black veined white alabaster pendant light with bronze fixtures.
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
French Neoclassical Style White Glass and Bronze Pendant Light, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
A beautiful Neoclassical style white milk glass pendant ceiling light fixture with an ornate bronze frame.
Bronze
Blue and White Candlestick Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Blue and white candlestick lamp. Vintage Chinese export blue & white candlestick mounted as two-light fixture.
Porcelain
$4,995 / item
H 30 in Dm 19.25 in
Large Vintage Gothic or Art Deco Black Wrought Iron & White Milk Glass Lights
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful large vintage gothic or Art Deco black painted wrought iron & white milk glass light fixtures. 3 total selling separately.
Wrought Iron
Grape Adorned Alabaster Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Carved from a single piece of white alabaster stone, this light fixture mounts three bulbs for soft and elegant light diffusion.
Alabaster
Wall Light Fixture with Opaline Glass Shade
Located in Ulft, Gelderland
Small wall light fixture with white opaline glass lamp shade.
Opaline Glass
Large Art Nouveau Alabaster Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Something of a rarity due to its size, this large, pure white light fixture glows with the diffused light of four 100 watt equivalent LED bulbs.
Alabaster
White Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Carved alabaster light fixture with gray veinings, with leaf details at top of body. Interior lights. The fixture to be fitted with chains or silk cords.Available for viewing at our ...
White Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A French, 1920s carved alabaster Neo classic style light fixture with silk cords.
Available at our showroom at 241 East 60th Street, NY, NY 212-751-2282
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
Carved Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A 1920′s French white colored alabaster light fixture with interior lights.
Deco Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Carved white and gray alabaster light fixture. Available at our showroom at 241 East 60th Street NY, NY 212-751-2282
European mid 20th century suspended white glass light fixture
Located in Buchanan, NY
European mid 20th century suspended white glass light fixture
Carved Pale Pink Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French carved soft pink alabaster pendant light fixture with beaded detail around the body. To be fitted with silk cords, bronze or nickel-plated chains. Measurement...
Alabaster
Tiny Snow-White Art Deco Elliptical Light Fixture, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
This slim and petite alabaster light holds only one bulb, centered, and is suspended on brass chains, for an overall drop of 18". Perfect for a small space which needs light! May be ...
Alabaster
Neo Classic Style Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A French white alabaster light fixture with gray veinings, interior lights.
Vintage Mission Arts & Crafts Four-Light Hanging Light Fixture, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
Vintage Mission Arts and Crafts flush mount four-light hanging fixture features hammered metal body, canopy and shade receivers, mouth blown swirl glass shades, newly re-wired, 20th ...
Metal
Pair of Train Station Wall Mount Light Fixtures
Located in NYC, NY
A pair of green painted cast iron wall mount light fixtures with white glass globes. Each piece is labeled 27 and has a "Union Made" sticker.
Depression Era Porcelain and Enameled Swivel Factory Pendant Light c.1930
By Benjamin Electrical Company 1
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Original green enameled factory pendant light fixture with white porcelain interior.
Metal, Enamel
Sold
H 41.75 in Dm 16 in
Depression Era Large Porcelain and Enameled Swivel Factory Pendant Light c.1920
By Benjamin Electrical Company 1
Located in San Francisco, CA
Original large green enameled factory pendant light fixture with white porcelain interior and metal swivel joint canopies.
Metal, Enamel
An Alabaster Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A gentle outward curve is the sole design element in this graceful, snowy white alabaster light fixture. Suspended on three electrified ropes from a matching alabaster canopy, the f...
Alabaster Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Why not add a little drama? This stunning white alabaster light fixture is entwined with vines, leaves and yes, grapes!
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 socket joint at ceiling affording adjustment through 60 degrees in all directions,...
Steel, Iron
White Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
An Italian alabaster light fixture, with interior lights, circa 1920s. Measurements: Diameter: 16" Drop: 12"
Alabaster
White Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A large Italian carved alabaster fixture with soft white color, some black veining and interior lights. Measurement: Depth of bowl: 6" Diameter: 18".
Alabaster
Soft White Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's carved Italian soft white with charcoal colored veins alabaster light fixture with interior lights.
Alabaster
French White and Black Alabaster Three-Light Pendant Light Fixture, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Gorgeous French alabaster pendant ceiling light fixture. Beautifully veined and masterfully carved one-piece white alabaster bowl suspended by three ropes and a wooden ceiling rose.
Alabaster
French White and Black Alabaster Three-Light Pendant Light Fixture, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Gorgeous French early 20th-century alabaster pendant ceiling light fixture. Beautifully veined and masterfully carved one-piece white alabaster bowl suspended by three ropes and an a...
Alabaster
Alabaster Amphora Pendant Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A petite fixture carved from a rare, unveined yet rustic type of alabaster, the fixture is a stylized Amphora with a single band encircling the "neck" and suspended by knotted electr...
Alabaster
Sold
H 24.02 in Dm 19.49 in
Art Deco White and Black Alabaster Three-Light Pendant Light Fixture, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Gorgeous and large Art Deco period alabaster pendant ceiling light fixture. France, 1920s. Beautifully veined and masterfully carved one-piece white alabaster bowl suspended by chrom...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Chrome
Sold
H 19.3 in Dm 13.8 in
Practical Size White Alabaster Pendant Light / Excellent Condition Fixture 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
In our images you can see those wonderful veins and patterns almost only when the light is switched on, but in real life those white veins can also be seen when the light is not on.
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Antique Italian Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Italian carved white alabaster pendant light fixture with dark veining.
Alabaster
Large Art Deco Diamond-Shaped White Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large black and dark brown veined conical white alabaster pendant light fixture, France, circa the 1920s.
Alabaster, Brass, Metal
Large White and Black Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture, Italy, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large White and Black Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture, Italy, the 1920s Gorgeous and large Italian early 20th-century alabaster pendant ceiling light fixture.
Alabaster
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
Sold
H 16.5 in Dm 11.8 in
Small Art Deco White Alabaster Pendant Chandelier / Handmade 1920s Light Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Small and timeless Art Deco chandelier that will never fail to impress. With early 20th century lighting as one of our specialties, finding an excellent condition and highly attract...
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
H 20.5 in Dm 13.5 in
Striking Art Deco White Alabaster Pendant Antique Handmade Light Fixture ca1920
Located in Lisse, NL
Practical size and timeless Art Deco pendant that will never fail to impress. With early 20th century lighting as one of our specialties, finding an excellent condition and highly a...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Sold
H 25.6 in Dm 19.7 in
Antique Large White Alabaster Pendant Chandelier Top Quality Light Fixture 1910s
Located in Lisse, NL
Thanks to its large size and excellent condition this timeless alabaster chandelier is bound to light up someones days and evenings soon. Because of their natural beauty and the amaz...
Alabaster, Brass, Metal
Sold
H 24 in Dm 11.8 in
Small Black & White 1920s Alabaster Pendant Light / Excellent Condition Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Small and timeless Art Deco chandelier that will never fail to impress. With early 20th century lighting as one of our specialities, finding an excellent condition and highly attrac...
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
H 25.2 in Dm 12.01 in
French Art Deco White Cloudy Alabaster and Brass Pendant Light Fixture, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Adorable Art Deco period alabaster pendant ceiling light fixture. France, 1920s. Beautifully veined and masterfully carved one-piece white alabaster bowl suspended by three brass cha...
Alabaster, Metal, Bronze, Brass
Art Deco Black Veined White Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
A French Art Deco period black veined white alabaster pendant light fixture. A wonderful alabaster pendant ceiling light fixture from circa the 1920s.
Alabaster, Brass
Antique Large Art Deco White and Black Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture
Located in Barntrup, DE
Antique extra large Art Deco white and black alabaster pendant light fixture.
Alabaster, Brass
Large Black Veined White Alabaster and Brass Pendant Light Fixture, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large black veined white and grey alabaster and brass pendant light fixture, France, circa the 1920s.
Alabaster, Brass
French, White and Black Alabaster and Brass Pendant Light Fixture, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
An Art Nouveau period white and black veined alabaster pendant light fixture.
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
White, Beige and Black Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light Fixture, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Gorgeous alabaster pendant ceiling light fixture. France, 1920s. Beautifully veined and masterfully carved one-piece white and beige color alabaster bowl suspended by three bronze ch...
Alabaster, Metal, Bronze
Stylish 1920s Art Deco White Alabaster and Bronze Arms Chandelier Light Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
If you are looking for the perfect chandelier to grace your dining area then this truly stylish Art Deco light fixture could be yours to own and enjoy soon.
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Art Nouveau Black Veined White Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
An elegant, round Art Nouveau period ceiling pendant light featuring a lampshade - a bowl - of white alabaster with impressive black and dark brown veins.
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Alabaster Light Fixture with Carved Pearl Detail
Located in New York, NY
This large scale alabaster is carved from a single piece of stone, and features a distinctive pearl carving on both the upper and lower rim. The diameter of 30" belies the grace and ...
Sold
H 21.6 in Dm 13.8 in
Stunning & Unique Shape White & Black Alabaster Art Deco Pendant / Light Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
If you are looking for the perfect alabaster light fixture to grace your Art Deco interior then this black and white beauty could be lighting up your days and nights soon.
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
H 22.8 in Dm 14 in
Striking Art Deco White Alabaster Pendant Antique Handmade Light Fixture ca 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
Good size and timeless Art Deco pendant that will never go out of style. With early 20th century lighting as one of our specialities, finding an excellent condition and highly attra...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Wire
Sold
H 18 in Dm 13.8 in
Striking Art Deco White Alabaster Pendant Antique Handmade Light Fixture ca 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
Good size and timeless Art Deco pendant that will never go out of style. With early 20th century lighting as one of our specialities, finding an excellent condition and highly attra...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Wire
Sold
H 25.6 in Dm 17.8 in
Stunning White & Black Veins Alabaster French Art Deco Pendant / Light Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Geometrically designed, three light Art Deco alabaster pendant. With early 20th century lighting as one of our specialities, we were thrilled to find this rare and truly Art Deco al...
Alabaster
Sold
H 35.5 in Dm 23.5 in
Large Black & White Alabaster Pendant Chandelier Top Quality Light Fixture 1910s
Located in Lisse, NL
Thanks to its large size and truly excellent condition this alabaster chandelier will light up both your days and evenings. Apart from the dark brass or anthracite like canopy this l...
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
H 22 in Dm 15.7 in
Stylish Design Art Deco White Alabaster Shade Pendant Light / Fixture with Rope
Located in Lisse, NL
Good size and great design, hand carved, antique alabaster chandelier. Thanks to its layered yet calm Art Deco design this timeless alabaster chandelier will look great in all kinds...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Sold
H 34 in Dm 15.75 in
Large & Nicely Balanced Art Deco White & Black Alabaster Pendant Light / Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Thanks to its size and top condition this alabaster chandelier will light up both your days and evenings. The perfectly black veins contrast even more when the light is switched on, ...
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
H 21.6 in Dm 15.75 in
Arts & Crafts White and Black Stylized Flower Alabaster Pendant / Light Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Good size and great design Arts & Crafts alabaster pendant with a 'jagged edge'. With early 20th century lighting as one of our specialities, we were thrilled to find this rare and ...
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
H 31.5 in Dm 19.9 in
Extra Large Antique Black & White Alabaster Chandelier Top Quality Light Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class chandelier with a stunning and rare size alabaster shade. Thanks to its large size and truly excellent condition this alabaster chandelier will light up both your days and...
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
H 28 in Dm 17.75 in
Large & Nicely Balanced Art Deco White & Black Alabaster Pendant Light / Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and the perfect size alabaster chandelier Thanks to its size and top condition this alabaster chandelier will light up both your days and evenings. The perfectly black vein...
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
H 29.5 in Dm 13.8 in
Striking Early 1900s Orange, White and Black Alabaster Pendant / Light Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Well balanced and beautiful colored, antique pendant. This antique alabaster pendant is an absolute joy to look at, both on and off. What makes this particular example stand out fro...
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
H 17.33 in Dm 15.75 in
French Art Deco White Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light Fixture, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Art Deco white and black veined alabaster pendant light fixture.
Alabaster, Metal, Bronze
Sold
H 18.51 in Dm 17.72 in
Large French Art Deco White and Black Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large French Art Deco white and black alabaster pendant light fixture.
Alabaster, Brass
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
Solana Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish, French, and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. The walnut back plate (available in natural...
Enamel, Brass
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Italian Designer, Wall Mirror, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass wall mirror designed and produced in Italy, 1940s.
Brass
$6,111
H 23.63 in Dm 21.26 in
Large Neoclassical Style Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light Fixture, ca. 1890
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large French Neoclassical style alabaster and bronze pendant light fixture, ca. 1890. An impressive late 19th-century alabaster ceiling pendant light. The extra large, beautiful, and...
Alabaster, Bronze
$4,870Sale Price / item|10% Off
H 7.5 in Dm 15.5 in
Large 'Moon 4' Alabaster Wall or Ceiling Lamp in the Manner of Pierre Chareau
By Pierre Chareau, Maison Paname
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 'Moon 4' Alabaster Wall or Ceiling Lamp in the Manner of Pierre Chareau Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mes...
Alabaster, Metal
$7,873 / set
H 48 in W 69 in D 48 in
Trapezi 5 by SilvioMondinoStudio, Chandelier in Brass, Murano Glass LED Dimmable
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
The Trapezi Chandelier Offers a Contemporary Interpretation of the Murano Glass Chandelier, Grounded in Italian Design and Shaped by the Clarity and Lightness of the International St...
Brass
Bespoke Octagon Smoked Murano Glass Mirror, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Bespoke octagon smoked Murano glass mirror, in stock Vivid and intense smoked or bronze glass block with naturally occurring air inclusions throughout Highly polished faceted pa...
Brass
French Art Deco White Alabaster Pendant Light with Dark Veining, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Elegant French Art Deco pendant light featuring richly veined alabaster and refined metal detailing. This elegant French Art Deco pendant light dates to the circa 1920s and features...
Alabaster, Brass
$16,687 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
Set of Vintage Alabaster Globe Fixture. Sold individually.
Located in New York, NY
A set of 3 circa 1950's Italian globe light fixture with 4 interior Edison lights. Sold & priced Individually. Measurements: Diameter: 25" Drop: 55" (adjustable)
Alabaster, Bronze
$8,462 / item
H 29.14 in W 27.17 in D 29.93 in
Pierre Jeanneret 053 Capitol Complex Armchair by Cassina
By Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchairdesigned by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Included in UNESCO’s 2016 Cultural Heritage list, the extraordinary archite...
Leather, Wood
Art Deco Alabaster Fixture
Located in New York, NY
An Italian circa 1930's carved white with gray veining alabaster light fixture in the art deco style. Measurements: Depth (of bowl): 6" Diameter: 17.75"
Alabaster
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920 French carved alabaster light fixture with interior lights. To be fitted with bronze chains and canopy. Measurements: Diameter: 18" Height: 12"
Alabaster
Carved Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's alabaster light fixture with carved details around the outer edge of body and rosette centered. To be fitted with bronze chains and canopy. Measurements: Diameter: 17...
Alabaster
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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