Pair of 1970s Christoph Palme Florentine Ceiling or Wall Lamps Made of Brass
By Christoph Palme
Located in München, DE
Pair of elegant very rare 1970s Christoph Palme Florentine ceiling or wall lamps. Very elegant
Metal, Brass
Sold|$5,500
Stilnovo Wall / Ceiling fixture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Four arm Stilnovo wall or ceiling fixture
Metal, Brass
Serge Mouille Spider Three Still Black Arms Ceiling Sconce Lamp
By Serge Mouille
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Spider three still arms ceiling sconce lamp designed by Serge Mouille / Collection Serge Mouille
Metal, Brass
Sold
Ceiling lights
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
12 lights Ceiling lights in brass, copper
Brass, Copper
Pair of Large Spider Uno Wall or Ceiling Lamps Italian Design by Diego Mardegan
By Diego Mardegan
Located in London, GB
A great large pair of "Spider Uno” wall lights or ceiling lamps. Vintage patterned textile on top
Brass
Sold|$2,850 / item
Maison Jansen Brass Palm Chandelier, Hollywood Regency, France, 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Maison Jansen; Brass; Palm Tree; Wall Lights; Ceiling Lights; 1970s; France; French Design
Brass
Pair of Italian Glass Brass Pendants Ceiling Lights
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Wonderful pair of Italian pendant lights with frosted glass panels and brass finish frames. Newly
Brass
Antique Crystal Chandelier Ceiling Brass Lustre Lights, 1900s
Located in Berlin, DE
Number of lights: Six light bulb sockets: E14, material: Brass.
Crystal, Brass
Sold|$2,200 / set
Helge Zimdal Brass "Löken" Ceiling Lights, Sweden 1970s
By Helge Zimdal
Located in Utrecht, NL
era. The sculptural design has a characteristically organic ceiling cup executed in polished brass
Brass
Sold|$1,218 / set
Pair of Midcentury Brass and Glass Globe Ceiling Lights
Located in London, GB
A pair of brass mounted opaline glass globe ceiling lights Sweden, Third quarter of the 20th
Brass
Sold|$2,500 / item
Ceiling Lights by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ceiling Light by Stilnovo. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa the 1960s. Original model 1230
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Sold|$2,562 / set
Set of 3 Midcentury Brass and Glass Globes Ceiling Lights
Located in London, GB
A set of three brass and white opaline glass globes ceiling lights. Sweden, third quarter of the
Brass
Sold|$5,262 / set
Pair of Brass and Glass Ceiling Lights by Erik Wärnå
By Erik Wärnå
Located in London, GB
A pair of three-armed brass and sanded glass globes ceiling lights, by Erik Wärnå. Sweden, third
Brass
Sold|$1,615 / item
Swedish Modern Brass and Etched Glass Ceiling Lights, Sweden, 1940s
By Bohlmarks
Located in Hägersten, SE
glass and brass top part with a crown decoration and brass ceiling mount. Made in Sweden during the
Brass
Sold|$1,700 / set
Ceiling Lights in Brass by Birger Dahl for Sønnico, 1960s
By Sønnico AS, Birger Dahl
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful pair of ceiling lamps with a brass cup, stem and shade in opaline glass. Designed by
Brass
Sold|$6,500 / set
Pair of Italian Ceiling Lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Italian Ceiling Lights. Manufactured in Italy circa 1950's. Enameled aluminum, brass
Brass, Aluminum
Sold|$6,000 / item
Two Ceiling Lights by Valenti
By Valenti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two ceiling lights by Valenti. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1970's. Enameled metal
Brass, Metal
Sold|$5,800 / item
Italian Ceiling Lights by Stilux
By Stilux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian ceiling lights by Stilux. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa the 1960s. Conical
Metal, Brass
Sold|$4,500
2 Vilhelm Lauritzen Ceiling Lights
By Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Radiohuset' ceiling light, designed for the National Broadcasting House, Copenhagen, 1936-1941
Brass
Italian Brass and Opaline Glass, Three Lights Structure Ceiling Lamp, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian brass and opaline glass, three-lights structure ceiling lamp, 1950s Ceiling lamp dating to
Brass
Sold|$1,794 / set
1960s Pair of Ceiling Lights or Sconces, Teck, Perspex, Brass, Italy
Located in Girona, Girona
Pair of ceiling lights or sconces in stained teck, French polish, Perspex and brass. Italy
Brass
Sold|$704 / item
Pair MCM Restored Ceiling Lights
By A. Hermann
Located in Berkeley, CA
yellow, it is white. It shows that way because it is on/ lit up. Light is copper painted over brass and
Brass
Sold|$3,828 / set
Ceiling Lights 1970 Murano Glass Flowers Brass Gold Italian Design
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Ceiling lights 1970 Murano glass flowers brass gold Italian design One light 6 lamps bulbs E27 max
Gold Plate
Pair of Brass and Perforated Black Metal Italian Ceiling Lights
Located in London, GB
A pair of brass and perforated black metal ceiling lights, by AltaLite. Italy, last quarter of
Sold|$11,000
Pair of Arredoluce Ceiling Lights
By Arredoluce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Literature: Bibliography: Historical Archive Photo Arredoluce.
Brass
Sold|$6,500 / set
Venini Attributed Ceiling Lights, a Pair
By Paolo Venini
Located in Long Island City, NY
Venini attributed ceiling lights, a pair Italy 1950s Handblown glass, brass
Metal, Brass
Sold|$5,262
Set of Four Tall Ceiling Lights
Located in London, GB
A set of four very tall ceiling lights Italy, mid 20th Century 145 cm high by 15 cm diameter each
Brass
Sold|$1,800
Brass Lotus Lights
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Set of different sized brass lotus ceiling lights. Great patina on brass. Newly rewired. Priced
Brass
Sold|$2,600
Pair of Ceiling lights by Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
Designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s . H=9.75" (20" with rod) Diam= 7" Price for the pair.
Brass
Pair of Swedish Holmegaard Glass Ceiling Lights
Located in New York, NY
A great pair of dark gray glass ceiling pendant lights with encased white interiors and brass
Brass
Sold|$90,000
Large Custom Ceiling Lights by Paavo Tynell
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Amarillo, TX
Paavo Tynell Pair of custom large ceiling lights brass Each: 42 in. height, 30 in. diameter
Brass
Pair of J.T. Kalmar Ceiling Lights, circa 1950, Brass and Crystal Glass
By Emil Stejnar, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Superb pair of ceiling lights from the "Stella" series by J.T. Kalmar, circa 1950. Each piece has
Crystal, Brass, Aluminum
Sold|$2,631 / set
Pair of Vintage Ceiling Lights circa 1970
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Pair of vintage ceiling lights in wood, brass et cane under altuglass.
Brass
Pair of Barovier & Toso Mid-Century Modern Brass and Murano Glass Ceiling Lights
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Fantastic and fabulous Pair of artistic Murano glass ceiling lights by Barovier & Toso. Each
Brass
Sold|$2,800
Pair of 1950's French Ceiling Lights
Located in New York, NY
A great large cloud glass ceiling lamp w/ decorative brass trim.
Brass
Sold|$1,800
Brass Lotus Lights
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Great set of three brass lotus ceiling lights. Great patina on brass. Newly rewired. Priced
Italian Six-Lights, Brass and Metal, Ceiling Lamp Mod.1117/6 by Stilnovo, 1958
By Stilnovo
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian six-lights, brass and metal, ceiling lamp Mod.1117/6 by Stilnovo, 1958 Extreme ceiling
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Sold|$60,000
Large Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lights for Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Amarillo, TX
Paavo Tynell. Pair of ceiling lights. Taito Oy. Finland, 1950s. Brass, painted metal
Brass
Pair of Rare Ceiling Lights by Warren Platner
By Warren Platner
Located in Atlanta, GA
Custom design by Warren Platner for a private house in Connecticut, these ceiling lights are a
Brass, Steel
Sold|$4,550 / set
Pair of Tall Murano Glass Pendant Ceiling Lights
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Murano glass and brass pendant ceiling lights, Italy 2000s. Their quality and style make
Brass
Set of Four Ceiling Lights, Italy 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Italy, 1950's Hemisphere ceiling fixture with perforated polished brass mounts, frosted glass
Brass
Pair of Italian '60s "Space Age" Ceiling Lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of six light Italian flush ceiling light in an antique brass finish. Two/Pair available.
Brass
Sold|$4,016 / set
Pair of Angelo Brotto Ceiling Lights, circa 1960
By Angelo Brotto, Esperia
Located in London, GB
USA The drop is 115cm on one of the lights and 90cm on the other both can be adjusted to suit.
Metal, Brass
Sold|$8,374 / set
Pair of Ceiling Lights, Murano by Barovier & Toso, 1950
Located in Budapest, HU
Superb pair of ceiling lights.
Brass
Sold|$14,000 / set
Pair of Finnish Ceiling Lights Paavo Tynell for Taito
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of round ceiling lights designed by Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) for Taito OY, Finland, Model
Brass, Enamel, Steel
Sold|$9,900 / set
Hans-Agne Jakobsson "T376-5" Ceiling Lights, Sweden 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd
Located in Utrecht, NL
, characterized by their brass poles and smoked-glass shades. The design of this pair of "Pastoral 376-5" ceiling
Brass
Sold|$8,000 / item
Model LS7 'Paolina' Ceiling Lights by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena
By Azucena, Ignazio Gardella
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Twp Model LS7 'Paolina' ceiling lights by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena. Designed and manufactured
Brass
Sold|$3,462 / set
Pair of Maison Bagues Crystal Floral Ceiling Lights, French 1970
By Maison Baguès
Located in London, GB
A pair of vintage French ceiling lights from the 1970s by Maison Baguess, each designed with brass
Crystal, Brass
Sold|$11,800 / set
Pair of Ceiling Lights by Carl-Axel Acking for ASEA
By Carl-Axel Acking, ASEA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Ceiling Lights by Carl-Axel Acking for ASEA. Designed and manufactured in Sweden, circa the
Brass
Sold|$1,275 / item
1920s Art Deco Skyline/Pyramid Schoolhouse Style Pendant Ceiling Lights
Located in Surrey, BC
A rare pair of original Art Deco pendant lights in a Classic New York skyline shape. Milk glass
Brass
Sold|$2,691 / set
Pair of ceiling lights by Tito Agnoli for Oluce, 1950s
By Tito Agnoli, Oluce
Located in bruxelles, BE
Ceiling lamp in black aluminium and glass. Brass suspension bar. Wear due to age and time.
Aluminum, Brass
Rare Pair of Large Decorative Moonstone Glass Plafonneir Ceiling Lights
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in Nottingham, GB
Matching Set A beautiful and highly sought-after matching pair of large moonstone plafonnier ceiling
Brass
Sold|$4,500 / item
LSp6 "Tommy" Wall/Ceiling lights by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Los Angeles, CA
LSp6 "Tommy" Wall/Ceiling lights by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena. Designed and manufactured
Brass
Beautiful Set of Ceiling Lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Two beautiful ceiling lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund. These lamps are made by Orrefors
Brass
Sold|$1,000 / item
Set of Five Ceiling Lights by Svend Aage Holm Sørensensen, 1970s
By Holm Sørensen
Located in Oslo, NO
Large and decorative ceiling lamps on a patinated brass frame. Model 'Victoria' designed by Svend
Brass
Polished Brass and Tear Drop Crystal Ceiling Light
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Petite Brass and Tear Drop Crystal Ceiling Lights. Simple and Elegant. Priced Individually.
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Round Swedish 1960s Ceiling Lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in London, England
Pair of 1960s glass and polished brass ceiling hanging lights designed by Carl Fagerlund and
Brass
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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