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Excellent Late 19th/Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Basket Five Light Chandelier
Excellent Late 19th/Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Basket Five Light Chandelier

Excellent Late 19th/Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Basket Five Light Chandelier

Located in Long Island City, NY

An Excellent Late 19th/Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Beaded Basket Five Light Chandelier The fine

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

Custom pendant light
Custom pendant light

Custom pendant light

Located in Houston, TX

Belgian basket as 4-light pendant. Newly wired in the US

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Rustic galvanized pendant
Rustic galvanized pendant

Rustic galvanized pendant

Located in Houston, TX

Rustic basket as a pendant with two light sockets. There are several available.

Category

Early 20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Small French Empire Style Basket Chandelier  This is a very pretty piece
Small French Empire Style Basket Chandelier  This is a very pretty piece

Small French Empire Style Basket Chandelier This is a very pretty piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Small French Empire Style Basket Chandelier This is a very pretty piece, it has a decorative aged

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Brass Basket Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Lamp Antique Gold
Brass Basket Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Lamp Antique Gold

Brass Basket Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Lamp Antique Gold

Located in Berlin, DE

Introducing our exquisite Classical Empire-style basket chandelier, meticulously crafted with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Wire

Pair of French Vintage Empire Style Six-Light Crystal Basket-Shaped Chandeliers
Pair of French Vintage Empire Style Six-Light Crystal Basket-Shaped Chandeliers

Pair of French Vintage Empire Style Six-Light Crystal Basket-Shaped Chandeliers

Located in Atlanta, GA

their basket-shaped bodies. The upper brass corona, adorn with petite glass-cut flowers, projects a

Category

20th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass

Pair Basket Chandelier Crystal Empire Brass Sac a Pearl Lustre Ceiling Antique
Pair Basket Chandelier Crystal Empire Brass Sac a Pearl Lustre Ceiling Antique

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

Category

Antique 1840s European Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Wire

Stylish French 1960s Chrome Basket-Form 8-Light Chandelier with Crystal Orbs
Stylish French 1960s Chrome Basket-Form 8-Light Chandelier with Crystal Orbs

Stylish French 1960s Chrome Basket-Form 8-Light Chandelier with Crystal Orbs

Located in San Francisco, CA

This classically-inspired chandelier with a 20th century twist; of polished chrome adorned overall with shimmering crystal orbs.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Gilt Bronze Basket Form Chandelier with Porcelain Flowers by E. F. Caldwell
Gilt Bronze Basket Form Chandelier with Porcelain Flowers by E. F. Caldwell

Gilt Bronze Basket Form Chandelier with Porcelain Flowers by E. F. Caldwell

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

This charming Caldwell floral motif fixture features hand-painted porcelain flowers with gilt ribbons and bow knots. The original shade frame has been newly recovered in ivory silk.

Category

Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Imposing 10 Foot High Empire Style 30-Light Gilt Bronze Basket Chandelier
Imposing 10 Foot High Empire Style 30-Light Gilt Bronze Basket Chandelier

Imposing 10 Foot High Empire Style 30-Light Gilt Bronze Basket Chandelier

Located in Berlin, DE

A large imposing 10 foot high Empire style chandelier with an gilt bronze anthemion cast corona hang with chains of crystal drops, with a central gilt bronze band depicting guilloche...

Category

Early 20th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Fine Brass Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Basket Lamp Antique
Fine Brass Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Basket Lamp Antique

Fine Brass Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Basket Lamp Antique

Located in Berlin, DE

Cabling and sockets completely renewed. Crystal hand knotted Measures: Total height 90 cm, without chain 70 cm, diameter 30 cm, weight (approximately) 6 kg. Number of lights: 1-l...

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Vintage 1940s European Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Wire

Sparkle Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Gold Basket Antique Brass Classic
Sparkle Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Gold Basket Antique Brass Classic

Sparkle Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Gold Basket Antique Brass Classic

Located in Berlin, DE

Presenting an exquisite vintage chandelier that has been lovingly and professionally restored in Berlin. Its electrical wiring has been adapted to work seamlessly in the US, making i...

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Vintage 1940s European Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Wire

Fine Brass Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Basket Lamp Antique
Fine Brass Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Basket Lamp Antique

Fine Brass Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Basket Lamp Antique

Located in Berlin, DE

Introducing our exquisite antique chandelier - a masterpiece of elegance and style that will seamlessly complement any room with a touch of timeless beauty. With its stunning details...

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Vintage 1920s Italian Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Wire

Golden Leaves Murano Glass Pendant
Golden Leaves Murano Glass Pendant

Golden Leaves Murano Glass Pendant

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Golden leaves Murano glass pendant (60 leaves), ceiling light / pendant. Measures: Basket: H 55cm

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Diamonds Emeralds Rubies Sapphires Coral Pearls 9ktRose Gold and Silver Necklace
Diamonds Emeralds Rubies Sapphires Coral Pearls 9ktRose Gold and Silver Necklace

Diamonds Emeralds Rubies Sapphires Coral Pearls 9ktRose Gold and Silver Necklace

Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)

, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful retrò necklace mounted with a basket-shape pendant

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold...

Gold Lady with Basket Charm Pendant
Gold Lady with Basket Charm Pendant

Gold Lady with Basket Charm Pendant

Located in London, GB

lady carrying a basket of goods in white and yellow gold, it is stamped with the French eagle's head

Category

20th Century French Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Charm or Pendant
Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Charm or Pendant

Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Charm or Pendant

Located in Houston, TX

14K yellow gold Nantucket basket charm or pendant. Opens to reveal a miniature penny still inside

Category

Vintage 1970s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Basket Weave Heart Pendant & Necklace, 18K Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Basket Weave Heart Pendant & Necklace, 18K Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Basket Weave Heart Pendant & Necklace, 18K Yellow Gold

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

basket weave pendant, delicately sculpted into an open, domed heart shape. A masterclass in craftsmanship

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 carat Gold and gemstone flower basket brooch
18 carat Gold and gemstone flower basket brooch

18 carat Gold and gemstone flower basket brooch

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An 18 carat gold flower basket brooch or pendant the basket is set with a shield shaped green

Category

Vintage 1980s German Brooches

Materials

Agate, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Italian  Matte Vermeil Enamel Flower Basket Dangle Earrings
Italian  Matte Vermeil Enamel Flower Basket Dangle Earrings

Italian Matte Vermeil Enamel Flower Basket Dangle Earrings

By Baume

Located in Poitiers, FR

that supports in pendants a basket of enamelled flowers and crimped with small crystals. It is held by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Greek Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Vermeil, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling S...

French Victorian Gold and Silver, Diamonds, Pearl and Ruby Pendant and Brooch
French Victorian Gold and Silver, Diamonds, Pearl and Ruby Pendant and Brooch

French Victorian Gold and Silver, Diamonds, Pearl and Ruby Pendant and Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

ruby, featuring flowers in a basket. Could be worn as pendant or brooch. Stamped with rooster head

Category

Antique 1850s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

14.22 CTW Pear Cut Tanzanite Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Convertible Ring
14.22 CTW Pear Cut Tanzanite Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Convertible Ring

14.22 CTW Pear Cut Tanzanite Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Convertible Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Wire basket mounting detaches via a hinged latch and can be worn as a pendant. Basket features subtle

Category

2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant Necklace #23411
14K Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant Necklace #23411

14K Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant Necklace #23411

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14K Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant Necklace- This charming 14K yellow gold Nantucket basket

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diana Kim England 18k "Felicity" Nantucket Basket  Pendant
Diana Kim England 18k "Felicity" Nantucket Basket  Pendant

Diana Kim England 18k "Felicity" Nantucket Basket Pendant

By Diana Kim England

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This lovely 18k Nantucket basket pendant crafted by famed jewelry artisan, Diana Kim England, is an

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Glenaan Three-Dimensional Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant
Glenaan Three-Dimensional Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant

Glenaan Three-Dimensional Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant

Located in Stamford, CT

Glenaan signed 14k yellow gold Nantucket basket pendant. 14k yellow gold Stamped: 14k 20.7 grams

Category

Late 20th Century Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Crystal Basket Pendant
French Crystal Basket Pendant

French Crystal Basket Pendant

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#1-2341, a petite beaded crystal basket in its original aged brass patina. One internal 100 watt

Category

Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Glenaan Signed 1977 18k Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant
Glenaan Signed 1977 18k Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant

Glenaan Signed 1977 18k Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant

Located in Stamford, CT

Glenaan Elliott Robbins designed the first Nantucket picnic basket in 1977 for her store on

Category

Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Midcentury Scandinavian Natural Rattan Woven Basket Pendant Light, 1960s
Midcentury Scandinavian Natural Rattan Woven Basket Pendant Light, 1960s

Midcentury Scandinavian Natural Rattan Woven Basket Pendant Light, 1960s

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

Vintage Scandinavian handcrafted natural woven rattan pendant light in basket shape from 1960s. It

Category

Mid-20th Century European Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker

Diana Kim England Nantucket Basket Pendant
Diana Kim England Nantucket Basket Pendant

Diana Kim England Nantucket Basket Pendant

By Diana Kim England

Located in Palm Beach, FL

An 18K yellow gold pendant by Diana Kim England. With a unique kidney shape, this Nantucket basket

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Large Size, Kidney Shape, 14K Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant by Diana Kim England
Large Size, Kidney Shape, 14K Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant by Diana Kim England

Large Size, Kidney Shape, 14K Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant by Diana Kim England

By Diana Kim England

Located in Palm Beach, FL

life basket weave texture. This charming pendant features the iconic heart charm inside, traditionally

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Diamond Sapphire Opal Multi-Gem 14 Karat Gold Fruit Basket Pendant Charm
Retro Diamond Sapphire Opal Multi-Gem 14 Karat Gold Fruit Basket Pendant Charm

Retro Diamond Sapphire Opal Multi-Gem 14 Karat Gold Fruit Basket Pendant Charm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a basket, deeply engraved with a woven motif, and with an articulated twisted rope

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Original Glennan 1984 Signed 14K Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant
Original Glennan 1984 Signed 14K Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant

Original Glennan 1984 Signed 14K Gold Nantucket Basket Pendant

Located in Delray Beach, FL

and features a bail, to be worn as a pendant or a charm. The base of the basket is hand engraved

Category

20th Century American Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Gemstone Bead Yellow Gold Flower Basket Pendant
Van Cleef & Arpels Gemstone Bead Yellow Gold Flower Basket Pendant

Van Cleef & Arpels Gemstone Bead Yellow Gold Flower Basket Pendant

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

This rare vintage Van Cleef & Arpels pendant features a vibrant flower basket design crafted in 18k

Category

Vintage 1940s French Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

EternaGold 14K Gold Basket Weave Heart Pendant
EternaGold 14K Gold Basket Weave Heart Pendant

EternaGold 14K Gold Basket Weave Heart Pendant

By EternaGold

Located in London, GB

EternaGold 14K gold heart pendant in a lovely basket weave design, which is on both sides. Maximum

Category

1990s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

14 Karat Flower Basket Multi-Stone Medallion Pendant
14 Karat Flower Basket Multi-Stone Medallion Pendant

14 Karat Flower Basket Multi-Stone Medallion Pendant

Located in Palm Desert, CA

14 Karat Flower Basket Multi-Stone Medallion Pendant. The pendant measures 34.5mm in diameter. The

Category

Vintage 1980s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Topaz, Quartz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

14K Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Charm Pendant #19704
14K Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Charm Pendant #19704

14K Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Charm Pendant #19704

Located in Washington Depot, CT

18K Yellow Gold Nantucket Basket Charm Pendant This sweet Nantucket basket charm is set in 18K

Category

20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Handmade Carved Nantucket Basket Shell Pendant 1970s
14k Gold Handmade Carved Nantucket Basket Shell Pendant 1970s

14k Gold Handmade Carved Nantucket Basket Shell Pendant 1970s

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This exquisite 14k Gold Handmade Carved Nantucket Basket Shell Pendant from the 1970s is a

Category

Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Oval Green Beryl Pendant Set in Sterling Silver Basket
Oval Green Beryl Pendant Set in Sterling Silver Basket

Oval Green Beryl Pendant Set in Sterling Silver Basket

By Aria Jewelry Design

Located in Raleigh, NC

Sterling Silver Basket holding sparkling oval Green Beryl Pendant. Beryls are such wonderful

Category

2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Beryl, Sterling Silver

18k Yellow & White Gold 0.06ctw Diamond Square Basket Weave Charm Pendant
18k Yellow & White Gold 0.06ctw Diamond Square Basket Weave Charm Pendant

18k Yellow & White Gold 0.06ctw Diamond Square Basket Weave Charm Pendant

Located in Montclair, NJ

–Stone(s)– (16) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - G Color  - VS2 Clarity - 0.06ctw (approx.) Material: 18k Yellow & White Gold Weight: 3.56 Grams Overall W...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Large Shadow Box Basket Of Stones 14k Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
1960s Large Shadow Box Basket Of Stones 14k Yellow Gold Charm Pendant

1960s Large Shadow Box Basket Of Stones 14k Yellow Gold Charm Pendant

Located in South Pasadena, CA

1960s Large shadow box Basket of Stones 14k yellow gold charm pendant. The 1960s Large Shadow Box

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Petite Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1950s
Petite Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1950s

Petite Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1950s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A petite hand blown Italian Barovier & Toso pendant light with brass fittings. Clear ribbed glass

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Petite Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1950s
Petite Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1950s

Petite Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1950s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A petite hand blown Italian Barovier & Toso pendant light with brass fittings. Clear ribbed glass

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Beautiful Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1940s
Beautiful Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1940s

Beautiful Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1940s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A petite hand blown Italian Barovier & Toso pendant light with glass covered brass fittings. Clear

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Neoclassical Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Petite Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1950s
Petite Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1950s

Petite Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1950s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A petite hand blown Italian Barovier & Toso pendant light with brass fittings. Clear ribbed glass

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Antique Gem Set Flower Basket, circa 1870
Antique Gem Set Flower Basket, circa 1870

Antique Gem Set Flower Basket, circa 1870

Located in Aspen, CO

Antique flower basket with 22 white old cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.5 cts., in addition

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Basket of Flowers Charm
14k Yellow Gold Basket of Flowers Charm

14k Yellow Gold Basket of Flowers Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Basket of Flowers Charm This adorable 14K gold basket of flowers charm has

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

19th Century French Empire Basket Chandelier Ormolu Crystal Ten-Light Pendant
19th Century French Empire Basket Chandelier Ormolu Crystal Ten-Light Pendant

19th Century French Empire Basket Chandelier Ormolu Crystal Ten-Light Pendant

Located in Milano, MI

14 light bulbs + further 5 Edison 27 lights inside the crystal balloon cage, the lower basket. Good

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Stunning Large Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1930s
Stunning Large Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1930s

Stunning Large Barovier Toso Pendant Light Chandelier Murano Glass Basket, 1930s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A petite hand blown Italian Barovier & Toso pendant light with glass covered brass fittings. Clear

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Neoclassical Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

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Basket Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal basket pendant for your home. Frequently made of metal, stone and crystal, every basket pendant was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a basket pendant, we have 452 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer basket pendant, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right basket pendant, those designed in Empire, Mid-Century Modern and Louis XVI styles are of considerable interest. Baccarat, J.T. Kalmar and Bakalowits & Söhne each produced at least one beautiful basket pendant that is worth considering.

How Much is a Basket Pendant?

The average selling price for a basket pendant at 1stDibs is $3,950, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $75,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Chandeliers-pendant-lights for You

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.