Linen Pendant Light, Nomen
By Heather Shoon, Aaron Shoon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nested, trimless linen shades cut clean lines. Finished with perforated diffuser, the Nomen
Aluminum, Brass
Wisteria Linen Applique Box Pendant Light
By Michele Varian
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Giant Linen Wisteria Pendant is designed by Michele Varian and made to order in NYC. Each shade
Brass
$3,890 / item
H 39.77 in Dm 20.48 in
Tulip 520 Organic Minimal Belgian LInen & Brass Pendant Light by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
hand-stitched Belgian or Italian linen pendant lamp is a refined example of 21st century organic
Brass, Copper
$3,864 / item
H 37.8 in Dm 25.2 in
Joe 640 Pendant Light Classic Modern Tailored Minimal Handmade by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
armatures and removable linen diffuser. Joe Pendant Light works in pairs over cooking islands, long tables
Brass
$3,864 / item
H 37.8 in Dm 25.2 in
Joe 640 Tailored Minimal 20th Century Inspired Pendant Light by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
light. Joe Pendant dimensions can be customized. Our Italian linens are available in a large colour
Brass
Trapezi 6-Light Chandelier
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Milan, IT
, all suspended from the ceiling on linen cords for a delightfully unique effect.
Brass
$3,405
H 17 in Dm 20 in
Joe 501 Original Tailored Classic Detailed Handmade Ceiling Light by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
available in light, medium or dark patinas. We also make Joe Pendants, listed here are Joe 640 Pendants
Brass
Unavailable
H 39.38 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Burrasca 6-Light Ceiling Lamps Sets Collection Pendants Linen Nordic Style
Located in Campolongo Maggiore, IT
Collection sets. Oval shape. An enthralling composition of light and form, this sculptural pendant
Fabric
Freeform Series Light Sculpture XXII, usa
By John Procario
Located in New York, NY
Procario’s sculptural lighting is composed of micro-laminated wood fused with LEDs. With a rough sketch in his mind, Procario freeform bends the wood into one of his signature undula...
Linen, Ash
Large Scalloped Pendant Light, Italy, 1960s
Located in London, GB
A large scalloped or ribbed pendant lampshade, that was originally made in Italy in the 1960s
Brass
Sold
H 19.75 in Dm 43.5 in L 19.75 in
Niermann Weeks Capucine 9-Light Gold Leaf Chandelier with Linen Shades
By Niermann Weeks
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Beautiful new Niermann Weeks Capucine 9-light gold leaf chandelier with linen shades. In wonderful
Metal, Bronze, Iron, Wire, Gold Leaf
Whitework Embroidery Light, Sweden, 1970s
Located in London, GB
A linen ceiling light with whitework embroidery. The centrepiece of this unusually shallow linen
Linen
French Rope Light by Audoux-Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible rope ceiling light by French designers Adrien Audoux and Freda Minet. Unique three large
Brass
Ralph Lauren Large 4 Light Broomfield Chandelier
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Wichita, KS
Beautiful large chandelier pendant shade light from Ralph Lauren. The shade is made of linen and
Nickel
Pendant Light Counterweight Teak Linen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large height adjustable counter balance pendant light manufactured in Denmark in midcentury
Linen, Teak
Rope Pendant Light by Audoux-Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pendant light by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet from France, 1950's. Curved twisted rope
Linen, Rope
Sold
H 30 in W 76 in D 15.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Style Three Light Billiard, Kitchen or Dining Table Pendant
Located in Plainview, NY
The Mid-Century Modern-style three-light pendant is a striking luminary crafted to grace your
Metal
Sold
H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in
Counterweight Pendant Light J.T. Kalmar, Adolf Loos Josef Frank, Brass, 1950s
By Josef Frank, Adolf Loos, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A height adjustable brass counter balance pendant lamp by J.T. Kalmar manufactured in midcentury in
Brass
Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Ceiling light, Celestia, Flos, 1982
By Flos, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Paris, FR
Afra & Tobia Scarpa (1935-2011 & 1935) Celestia An aluminum and white linen ceiling light
Linen
Tobia Scarpa, "Celestia" ceiling light for Flos, Italy, 1982
By Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A "Celestia" ceiling light by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, designed and manufactured in Italy in the 1982
Aluminum
'Celestia' Ceiling Light by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Flos
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
canvas suspended from above. What truly sets the Celestia lamp apart is its sumptuous use of soft linen
Metal
Tobia Scarpa, "Celestia" ceiling light for Flos, Italy, 1982
By Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A "Celestia" ceiling light by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, designed and produced in Italy in 1982. This
Aluminum
Joe 501 Original Tailored Classic Detailed Handmade Ceiling Light by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
in light, medium or dark patinas. We also make Joe Pendants, listed here as Joe 640 Pendants Lamps
Brass
Sold
H 46.75 in Dm 26.5 in
Large 19th Century French Empire Style Dore Bronze Crystal Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
High quality large Empire style solid gilt bronze and crystal six-light chandelier, France, circa
Crystal, Bronze
Sold
H 27.56 in Dm 17.72 in
Hans Agne Jakobsson for Ab Ellysett Markaryd, Teak and Plywood Ceiling Light
By AB Markaryd
Located in Antwerp, BE
, made in Sweden in the 1960s. This lamp gives a very beautiful light through the opaline glass shade
Opaline Glass, Plywood, Raw Linen, Teak
Bamboo & Linen Pendant Light, Italy, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vintage bamboo and rattan hanging pendant light fixture from Italy, 1960s. Newly rewired and
Linen, Bamboo, Rattan
Custom Design Linen Knife Pleat Pendant Light
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful custom design with gallery, linen knife pleat pendant light with fringe trim.
Metal
Rectangular Hanging Light Fixture
By Quoizel
Located in Hudson, NY
versatile light fixture by Quoizel.chrome finish with princess cut crystal body and
Crystal, Chrome
$1,080
H 33.86 in W 24.02 in D 21.66 in
Carved Monk Chair in Solid Oak, Wabi Sabi, Swedish, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural vintage Monk chair made in solid oak with a comfortable seat cushion. Carved by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the early 20th century. A truely authentic wabi sabi chair in a...
Oak
Mamun Bedside (Dark Brown/Dusty Blue)
Located in Singapore, SG
Mamun, which translates to trustworthy in Arabic, was designed by Studio Kallang in 2021 as a playful take on both midcentury and brutalist forms. Designer Faezah Shaharuddin intende...
Teak
Milk Glass Cone Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
*Please note price is per unit* *Not UL Listed* Milk Glass Cone Sconce Made in Italy With brass hardware. Measures 5"dia x 21"h
Brass
$2,966
H 18.9 in W 13.39 in D 1.58 in
Ceramic Mirror With Colored Abstract Composition circa 1960, France
By Les Argonautes
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice abstract composition ceramic mirror, circa 1960, France. Thick raw sandstone with enameled polychrome decor, hollowed or embossed. Dimensions: 34 cm W, 48 cm H, 4 cm D. Good ori...
Ceramic
Mogens Koch ‘Mk-16’ Safari Chair for Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Mogens Koch furniture designed a lot of award wining midcentury furniture. The Danish architect was known for his functional approach to furniture design and for prioritizing comfort...
Leather, Beech
Modern Walnut Dining Table, "The Toko Table"
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern walnut dining table - "The Toko Table" This modern walnut dining table is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. We use the table both as a dining table or desk...
Walnut
Organic Modern Floor Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE (LARGE) floor lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant‘s Foot– for the prominent shape at its ...
Textile, Wood, Linen, Fiberglass
$2,800 / set
H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi Lune Wall Sconces, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano glass demi lune wall sconces, in stock Black glass sphere and brass fittings. Textured Murano glass, Wired to the American standard Multiple available ...
Brass
$20,000 / set
H 96.25 in W 96 in D 22.5 in
Pair of Country French Pine Library Bookcases Beveled Glass Doors
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing pair of matching country French bibliotheque library bookcases or display cabinets featuring beveled glass windows and doors. Constructed from mostly pine with a whitewash pa...
Iron
$2,000
H 16 in Dm 10 in
Scandinavian Modern Hand Decorated Norwegian Ceramic Vase, Hank Keramikk, 1946
By Hank Adams
Located in New York, NY
Hand painted figurative ceramic vase on a cream white glazed body, dated 1946. From Hank Keramikk Verksted, Oslo, Norway signed “NK”. Measures: Height 16”, diameter 10”.
Ceramic
$7,200
H 38.5 in W 34 in D 36.5 in
Hans Wegner Getama 375 Lounge chair with Ottoman in Solid Oak and Wool
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A terrific and special Hans Wegner for Getama solid oak lounge chair. In incredible original condition with original wool upholstery and solid oak frame and arms. . Solid oak frame...
Wool, Oak
Ostro Ecru Ceramic Wall Sconce by Simone & Marcel
Located in Geneve, CH
Ostro Ecru Ceramic Wall Sconce by Simone & Marcel Dimensions: D 17 x W 31 x H 31 cm. Materials: Ceramic and glass. Available in different ceramic and marble options and finishes. Cu...
Marble
Tiny Top
By Michael Javidi
Located in Greenport, NY
Tiny Top from the Revolve collection - Graphic forms of this pedestal-based collection are turned by hand, a technique often reserved for embellishments on legs, spindles, candlestic...
Bronze, Steel
Bronte Basket Large, by J'Jute
By J'Jute
Located in Sydney, AU
J'Jute is a luxury all-natural, sustainable brand based in Bondi Beach, Australia. Each piece is designed in Australia and handwoven by skilled artisans in India. Product Informati...
Jute
Carl Auböck Model #4223 'Hand' Brass Paperweight
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Aubo¨ck Model #4223 'Hand' brass paperweight. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly clean and refined Viennese paperweight is hand fabricated in polished brass by Werkstätte Ca...
Brass
$5,520 / item
H 42.01 in W 25.99 in D 1.19 in
Mid century style Ceiling Suspended Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Mid-century style Vintage Four ceiling suspended mirror with a high quality pure brass full frame with a bronze patina finish inspired by the celebrated work of Italian designer Gio ...
Brass, Bronze
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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