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Mid century Modern Bubble Globe Sputnik Chandelier,  1960
Mid century Modern Bubble Globe Sputnik Chandelier,  1960

Mid century Modern Bubble Globe Sputnik Chandelier, 1960

Located in New York City, NY

Mid century Modernist Italian ball chandelier. Five glass spheres with overall globule pattern delicately suspend from a satin silvery toned nickeled bronze tubular stem and cylindr...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Brass and Bubble Glass Mid-Century Chandelier '2 Available'
Brass and Bubble Glass Mid-Century Chandelier '2 Available'

Brass and Bubble Glass Mid-Century Chandelier '2 Available'

Located in London, GB

An unusual italian chandelier. Brass and hand blown bubble style glass shades. Italy, c1970s. The ceiling rose remains present, it is dropped in the photo but would hang ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

RAAK Amsterdam Chandelier with Three “Bubbles” Pendants — Mid-Century Design
RAAK Amsterdam Chandelier with Three “Bubbles” Pendants — Mid-Century Design

RAAK Amsterdam Chandelier with Three “Bubbles” Pendants — Mid-Century Design

By RAAK

Located in Dronten, NL

Perfect over a dining area, stairwell, or entryway, it adds an instant focal point with timeless mid-century character. Details: Maker: RAAK Amsterdam Period: Mid-20th Century Compos...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Murano Bubble Glass chandeliers. Italy 1960s
Pair of Mid-Century Murano Bubble Glass chandeliers. Italy 1960s

Pair of Mid-Century Murano Bubble Glass chandeliers. Italy 1960s

Located in Catania, CT

Each chandelier produced in Italy during the 60s is made up of 21 Murano glasses and it is in good vintage condition with trace of age and slight oxidation on the metal structure. Gl...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Space Age Bubble Cluster Pendant
Mid-Century Space Age Bubble Cluster Pendant

Mid-Century Space Age Bubble Cluster Pendant

Located in North Charleston, SC

A super cool space age modernist multi-light (cluster) pendant light! Currently wired as a plug-in (USA) for display purposes. Rough measurements of the light: Single bubble diamet...

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Mid-20th Century European Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Bubble Glass Chandelier by Doria
Bubble Glass Chandelier by Doria

Bubble Glass Chandelier by Doria

By Palwa, Doria Leuchten Germany, J.T. Kalmar, Helena Tynell, Bakalowits & Söhne

Located in München, DE

Fabulous bubble glass Sputnik chandelier from the 1960's. The lamp with the 55 glass balls is very noble. The structure in the glass shades creates a spectacular play of light. An ab...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Chandelier Bubble, 1960 Helena Tynell
Chandelier Bubble, 1960 Helena Tynell

Chandelier Bubble, 1960 Helena Tynell

By Helena Tynell

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Chandelier bubble, 1960 Helena Tynell.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-century Helena Tynell large bubble hanging lamp , 1970s
Mid-century Helena Tynell large bubble hanging lamp , 1970s

Mid-century Helena Tynell large bubble hanging lamp , 1970s

By Helena Tynell

Located in Delft, NL

Mid-century Helena Tynell large bubble hanging lamp , 1970s

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Bubble Glass Pendants, Amber Stripes, Europe, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Bubble Glass Pendants, Amber Stripes, Europe, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Bubble Glass Pendants, Amber Stripes, Europe, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg, Orrefors, Kalmar Lighting, Helena Tynell, Murano 5

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Pair of clear textured bubble glass pendants with amber colored vertical relief stripes. Golden cylinder plast mount, original black canopy and fittings for 40W E14 bulbs. Beautiful...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Plastic, Art Glass

Bubble Glass Chandelier by Helena Tynell
Bubble Glass Chandelier by Helena Tynell

Bubble Glass Chandelier by Helena Tynell

By Helena Tynell

Located in Vienna, AT

Steel constuction fitted with five E27 bulbs, bubble glass shades. Designed in the 1970s by Helena Tynell. Patina on steel parts. Three pieces available.

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel

mid century PENDANT LIGHT bubble glass satin glass 1960s
mid century PENDANT LIGHT bubble glass satin glass 1960s

mid century PENDANT LIGHT bubble glass satin glass 1960s

Located in Mannheim, DE

A fantastic vintage 1960s hanging lamp. The shade is made of thick glass, clear glass and satin glass. The base, chain and canopy are made of gray metal. Textil wire. Overall length...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

1990s Mid-Century Modern Modernica Bubble Pendant Light in White Fiberglass
1990s Mid-Century Modern Modernica Bubble Pendant Light in White Fiberglass

1990s Mid-Century Modern Modernica Bubble Pendant Light in White Fiberglass

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Modernica Bubble Lighting Fixture designed and manufactured by Modernica in Los Angeles, California. Inspired by the iconic Mid-Century Modern lighting designs of the 1950s, this scu...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Fiberglass

Mid Century Modern Chrome & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s Germany
Mid Century Modern Chrome & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s Germany

Mid Century Modern Chrome & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s Germany

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Mid Century Modern Chrome & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s Germany Dimensions Diameter: 13.77 in. (35 cm) Height adjustable: 23.62 in. (60) Four E14 sockets and one E27 socket. W...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Iridescent Bubble’s Murano Glass Chandelier 1990s Italy
Iridescent Bubble’s Murano Glass Chandelier 1990s Italy

Iridescent Bubble’s Murano Glass Chandelier 1990s Italy

By Mazzega

Located in Villaverla, IT

Its sculptural form and soft, diffused light make it a statement piece suitable for various interior styles, from mid-century modern to contemporary. The use of hand-blown Murano gla...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

1 of 2 Bubble Glass Lamp, STAFF, Krüger, Mid-Century, Germany
1 of 2 Bubble Glass Lamp, STAFF, Krüger, Mid-Century, Germany

1 of 2 Bubble Glass Lamp, STAFF, Krüger, Mid-Century, Germany

By Rolf Krüger, Staff Leuchten

Located in Berlin, BE

One of twocClassic ball lamps with bubble relief. Original from the 1970s. Glass / chrome Manufacturer: Staff, Germany Design: Rolf Krüger Diameter: 24 cm / 9.45 inches Cable le...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century RAAK Style Chrome & Textured Plexiglass Bubble Globe Pendant Lights
Mid-Century RAAK Style Chrome & Textured Plexiglass Bubble Globe Pendant Lights

Mid-Century RAAK Style Chrome & Textured Plexiglass Bubble Globe Pendant Lights

By RAAK

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This exceptional mid-century bubble globe pendant light set was designed in the iconic style of celebrated German manufacturer Glashütte Limburg during the 1970s. The fixtures featur...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Cascade Pendant with 3 Smoked Bubble Globes, Limburg, 1970s
Mid-Century Cascade Pendant with 3 Smoked Bubble Globes, Limburg, 1970s

Mid-Century Cascade Pendant with 3 Smoked Bubble Globes, Limburg, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Cascade Pendant with 3 Smoked Bubble Globes, Limburg, 1970s Elegant Mid-Century cascade pendant by Glashütte Limburg with three smoked hand-blown globes and brass accent...

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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Bubbles Glass Pendant Lamp, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Bubbles Glass Pendant Lamp, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Bubbles Glass Pendant Lamp, 1970s

By Maestri Muranesi

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Suspension lamp in blown Murano glass with air bubbles, composed of two parts, underlying spiral and smooth upper part.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Bubbles Glass Pendant Lamp, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Bubbles Glass Pendant Lamp, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Bubbles Glass Pendant Lamp, 1970s

By Seguso

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Superb suspension lamp in Murano glass, attributed to Seguso, technique of production of blown glass with air bubbles and spiral and reticello shape.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Peill & Putzler Aluminum and Opal Glass Bubble Pendant
Mid Century Modern Peill & Putzler Aluminum and Opal Glass Bubble Pendant

Mid Century Modern Peill & Putzler Aluminum and Opal Glass Bubble Pendant

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Voorburg, NL

A striking example of German mid-century lighting design, this Peill & Putzler pendant light combines bold sculptural form with refined materials. Produced in the 1960s, the pendant ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Helena Tynell Bubble Pendant Light, Brass & Glass, Mid-Century Modern 1960
Helena Tynell Bubble Pendant Light, Brass & Glass, Mid-Century Modern 1960

Helena Tynell Bubble Pendant Light, Brass & Glass, Mid-Century Modern 1960

By Helena Tynell

Located in Paris, IDF

Helena Tynell bubble pendant light Germany 1960 rare model, 'bubble "glass mounted on brass Normal wear and tear Chips on the underside of one lamp.

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Bubble Glass Chandelier by Kamenický Šenov, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Bubble Glass Chandelier by Kamenický Šenov, Czechoslovakia, 1970s

Bubble Glass Chandelier by Kamenický Šenov, Czechoslovakia, 1970s

By Kamenicky Senov

Located in Praha, CZ

A sculptural bubble glass chandelier designed and produced by Kamenický Šenov in Czechoslovakia during the 1970s. The chandelier is composed of hand-blown glass bubble clusters mount...

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Italian Murano chandelier - 24 glasses - "Bubbles" Model
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier - 24 glasses - "Bubbles" Model

Vintage Italian Murano chandelier - 24 glasses - "Bubbles" Model

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Vintage Italian Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. The structure is composed of a series of glass squares with raised glass hemispheres at their centers, arranged in a geometric pa...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Black Enamel & Bubble Glass Pendant by Glashütte Limburgh
Mid-Century Modern Black Enamel & Bubble Glass Pendant by Glashütte Limburgh

Mid-Century Modern Black Enamel & Bubble Glass Pendant by Glashütte Limburgh

Located in New York, NY

This stunning Mid-Century Modern pendant was realized by the esteemed lighting atelier of Glashütte Limburgh in Germany, circa 1950. It features a cylindrical body and domed canopy i...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Enamel

1 of 2 Bubble Glass Lamp, STAFF, Krüger, Mid-Century, B condition
1 of 2 Bubble Glass Lamp, STAFF, Krüger, Mid-Century, B condition

1 of 2 Bubble Glass Lamp, STAFF, Krüger, Mid-Century, B condition

By Rolf Krüger, Staff Leuchten

Located in Berlin, BE

One of two classic ball lamps with bubble relief. Original from the 1970s. Glass / chrome Manufacturer: Staff, Germany Design: Rolf Krüger Diameter: 24 cm / 9.45 inches Cable le...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Murano Controlled Bubble Hanging Fixtures Chandeliers Pendants
Murano Controlled Bubble Hanging Fixtures Chandeliers Pendants

Murano Controlled Bubble Hanging Fixtures Chandeliers Pendants

By Barovier&Toso

Located in New York, NY

3 Hanging Murano Fixtures, selling indivigually.The Orange one is shown with the chain, all are available with chain, canopies etc. Dimensions in listing are for the round ones dime...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

1960's mid century PENDANT LIGHT bubble amber glass and brass
1960's mid century PENDANT LIGHT bubble amber glass and brass

1960's mid century PENDANT LIGHT bubble amber glass and brass

Located in Mannheim, DE

Beautiful 1960s 70s pendant light. The shade is made of slightly amber tinted glass with an etched pattern and a bubble surface at the bottom. Brass holder. White electric wire andwh...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large Clear Bubble Murano Glass Disc Sputnik Chandelier
Large Clear Bubble Murano Glass Disc Sputnik Chandelier

Large Clear Bubble Murano Glass Disc Sputnik Chandelier

By Venfield

Located in New York, NY

Large, clear bubble Murano glass disc sputnik chandelier in polished nickel and with a diameter of 36". Currently out of stock but available for custom order. Available in differen...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

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Nickel

Large Cascading Chandelier Bubble Glass Limburg, Germany, 1970s
Large Cascading Chandelier Bubble Glass Limburg, Germany, 1970s

Large Cascading Chandelier Bubble Glass Limburg, Germany, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Aachen, NRW

A special large cascading chandelier by Limburg, manufactured in Germany, circa the 1970s with 5 bubble glasses. Wonderful form and stunning light effect. Sockets: 5 x E14 small bu...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Helena Tynell Rare Bubble Chandelier Glashütte Limburg Germany 1960
Helena Tynell Rare Bubble Chandelier Glashütte Limburg Germany 1960

Helena Tynell Rare Bubble Chandelier Glashütte Limburg Germany 1960

By Helena Tynell

Located in Paris, IDF

Helena Tynell rare "Bubble" chandelier by Glashütte Limburg Germany 1960. Frame of brass. Three light points, three shades of amber glass. Good vintage condition. Helena Tynell was ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Bubble Glass Vintage Pendant by Helena Tynell, Germany, 1960s
Mid Century Modern Bubble Glass Vintage Pendant by Helena Tynell, Germany, 1960s

Mid Century Modern Bubble Glass Vintage Pendant by Helena Tynell, Germany, 1960s

By Helena Tynell

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Modern vintage pendant or chandelier designed by Helena Tynell and manufactured by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Lovely Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
Lovely Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll

Lovely Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll

By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Lovely Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll, 1960s Austria / Wien Dimensions Width: 7.87 in. (20 cm) Height adjustable: 19.68 - 41.33 in. (50 - 150 ...

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Amazing Mid-Century Modern Bubble Pendant Lamps or Hanging Lights Germany 1970s
Amazing Mid-Century Modern Bubble Pendant Lamps or Hanging Lights Germany 1970s

Amazing Mid-Century Modern Bubble Pendant Lamps or Hanging Lights Germany 1970s

Located in München, BY

Rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern 'Bubble' pendant lamps or hanging lights. Designed & manufactured in Germany, 1970s. Two identical pieces available! Executed in plast...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1 of 2 Iron and Bubble Glass Chandeliers, Limburg
1 of 2 Iron and Bubble Glass Chandeliers, Limburg

1 of 2 Iron and Bubble Glass Chandeliers, Limburg

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Rijssen, NL

This beautiful set octagonal glass light fixtures were manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in Germany during the 1960s. Beautiful craftsmanship. Each lamp, made from elaborate clear gl...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair Elegant Mid-Century Modern Copper and Glass Bubbles Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Pair Elegant Mid-Century Modern Copper and Glass Bubbles Pendant Lamp, 1960s

Pair Elegant Mid-Century Modern Copper and Glass Bubbles Pendant Lamp, 1960s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Pair elegant Mid-Century Modern copper pendant lamps or hanging lights. Designed and manufactured in the 1960s, Germany. Dimensions: Dm 6.7 in. x H 20.5 in. Dm 17 cm x H 52 cm adjus...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Copper

Mid-Century Mouth Blown Murano Ice Bubble Glass Ball Pendant, Doria, Germany 60s
Mid-Century Mouth Blown Murano Ice Bubble Glass Ball Pendant, Doria, Germany 60s

Mid-Century Mouth Blown Murano Ice Bubble Glass Ball Pendant, Doria, Germany 60s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Mid-Century Mouth blown Murano ice Bubble glass ball pendant, by Doria, Germany 60s 3 e27 sockets.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Set of Mid-Century Design Ceiling Lamps Bubbles, E.S.Horn, Denmark, 1970s
Set of Mid-Century Design Ceiling Lamps Bubbles, E.S.Horn, Denmark, 1970s

Set of Mid-Century Design Ceiling Lamps Bubbles, E.S.Horn, Denmark, 1970s

By E. S. Horn

Located in Praha, CZ

Set of Mid-Century design ceiling lamps Bubbles, E.S.Horn, Denmark, 1970s. Price per piece is 100 euro. Each pendant is marked of paper label.            

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Lobmeyr Bubbles Chandelier Crystal Glass & Gilt Brass, Austria, 1960s
Lobmeyr Bubbles Chandelier Crystal Glass & Gilt Brass, Austria, 1960s

Lobmeyr Bubbles Chandelier Crystal Glass & Gilt Brass, Austria, 1960s

By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company, J.L Lobmeyr

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Elegant chandelier with a gold-plated brass frame and Swarovski crystals. These lamps have an incomparable unique character. A touch of luxury fills the room. Manufactured by Lobmeyr...

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Large Bubble Sputnik Chandelier in Chrome by Motoko Ishii, 1960s
Large Bubble Sputnik Chandelier in Chrome by Motoko Ishii, 1960s

Large Bubble Sputnik Chandelier in Chrome by Motoko Ishii, 1960s

By Motoko Ishii

Located in Dallas, TX

Extraordinary chrome sputnik chandelier designed by Motoko Ishii and produced by Staff Leuchten of Germany and distributed by Lightolier to the American Market. All original decor...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel, Chrome

1 of 4 Circle Iron and Bubble Glass Chandeliers, Limburg
1 of 4 Circle Iron and Bubble Glass Chandeliers, Limburg

1 of 4 Circle Iron and Bubble Glass Chandeliers, Limburg

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Rijssen, NL

Minimal, geometric and simply shaped design. This beautiful and unique pair of hand blown glass chandeliers/pedant lights were manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in Germany during the...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

5 Light Bubble Glass Helena Tynell Style Chandelier, Austria 1960s
5 Light Bubble Glass Helena Tynell Style Chandelier, Austria 1960s

5 Light Bubble Glass Helena Tynell Style Chandelier, Austria 1960s

By Helena Tynell, Helena Tynell and Heinrich Gantenbrink

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A stunning bubble glass Sputnik Orbit 5 Light Chandelier in the design of Helena Tynell and Heinrich Gantenbrink, found at an Estate Sale in Austria, made circa 1960s - 1970s. The ch...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Chandelier, Murano Glass  Bubbles and Gold Inside, 1950, Brass
Midcentury Chandelier, Murano Glass  Bubbles and Gold Inside, 1950, Brass

Midcentury Chandelier, Murano Glass Bubbles and Gold Inside, 1950, Brass

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Particular structure in brass chandelier, Murano glass with bubbles and gold inside, attributed to Avem Murano.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1. of 2 Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Opal Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s Austria
1. of 2 Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Opal Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s Austria

1. of 2 Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Opal Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s Austria

By Rupert Nikoll

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Lovely Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll, 1960s Austria / Wien Dimensions Width: 9.44 in. (24 cm) Height: 22.04 in. (56 cm) Depth: 5.51 in. (14 c...

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Iridescent Bubble Glass Swag Lamp
Iridescent Bubble Glass Swag Lamp

Iridescent Bubble Glass Swag Lamp

$720Sale Price / item|20% Off

Iridescent Bubble Glass Swag Lamp

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a plug-in swag lamp. It has a beautiful iridescent bubble glass. The lamp chains are brass. 2 lamps available.

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Mid-20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

60s 70s Ceiling Lamp Hanging Lamp Glass Bubble Mid Century Space Age Design
60s 70s Ceiling Lamp Hanging Lamp Glass Bubble Mid Century Space Age Design

60s 70s Ceiling Lamp Hanging Lamp Glass Bubble Mid Century Space Age Design

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

60s 70s ceiling lamp hanging lamp glass bubble mid century space age design Object: ceiling lamp Manufacturer: Condition: good Age: around 1960-1970 Dimensions: Dia...

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Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Venetian Art Deco Barovier e Toso Chandelier 1940s Murano Bubble Glass
Venetian Art Deco Barovier e Toso Chandelier 1940s Murano Bubble Glass

Venetian Art Deco Barovier e Toso Chandelier 1940s Murano Bubble Glass

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Milano, MI

20th century Italian Venetian Art Deco four-light chandelier, a timeless Murano clear blown glass dating back to 1940s with four lights E14 contained within four large glass bowls, f...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1960s Gino Sarfatti Seguso Bubble Glass 3-Pendant Chandelier for Arteluce
1960s Gino Sarfatti Seguso Bubble Glass 3-Pendant Chandelier for Arteluce

1960s Gino Sarfatti Seguso Bubble Glass 3-Pendant Chandelier for Arteluce

By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti, Archimede Seguso

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960s Gino Sarfatti Seguso Bubble Glass 3-Pendant Chandelier for Arteluce. Executed in 3 hand blown bubbled Seguso glass pendants with brass and black painted metal accents. The simp...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1970s Vintage Six Arm Chrome Chandelier with Smoked Toned "Bubble" Glass Shades
1970s Vintage Six Arm Chrome Chandelier with Smoked Toned "Bubble" Glass Shades

1970s Vintage Six Arm Chrome Chandelier with Smoked Toned "Bubble" Glass Shades

By Wofi Leuchten

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Beautiful six-arm Limburg style, German made chandelier by WoFi Leuchten, circa 1970. This elegant piece sits perfectly within the mid-century style with it's polished chrome plated ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

New Three Light Vecchio Chandelier in Brass with Murano Bubble Glass Shade
New Three Light Vecchio Chandelier in Brass with Murano Bubble Glass Shade

New Three Light Vecchio Chandelier in Brass with Murano Bubble Glass Shade

Located in Troy, MI

New and made for us in Italy, this three light hanging fixture has a Murano glass shade with controlled bubble pattern. Bubbles are smaller at center and get progressively larger as ...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1 of the 2 Circle Iron and Bubble Glass Chandeliers by Limburg, 1960s
1 of the 2 Circle Iron and Bubble Glass Chandeliers by Limburg, 1960s

1 of the 2 Circle Iron and Bubble Glass Chandeliers by Limburg, 1960s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Rijssen, NL

Minimal, geometric and simply shaped design. This beautiful and unique pair of hand blown glass pedant lights were manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in Germany during the 1960s (late...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Iron

Dutch Air Bubble Glass Globe Brass Top Pendant Lights
Dutch Air Bubble Glass Globe Brass Top Pendant Lights

Dutch Air Bubble Glass Globe Brass Top Pendant Lights

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Original vintage air bubble glass pendant. 2 meter black wire Brass top Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international stan...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Dutch Air Bubble Glass Globe Brass Top Pendant Lights
Dutch Air Bubble Glass Globe Brass Top Pendant Lights

Dutch Air Bubble Glass Globe Brass Top Pendant Lights

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Original vintage air bubble glass pendant. 2 meter black wire Brass top Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international stan...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Dutch Air Bubble Glass Globe Brass Top Pendant Light
Dutch Air Bubble Glass Globe Brass Top Pendant Light

Dutch Air Bubble Glass Globe Brass Top Pendant Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Original vintage air bubble glass pendant 2 meter black cotton flex brass top Weight: 0.70 kg / 1.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by intern...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Tulip-shaped bubble glass pendant
Tulip-shaped bubble glass pendant

Tulip-shaped bubble glass pendant

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Tulip-shaped glass pendant with large inclusive air bubbles and brass hardware.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Vintage Dutch Smoked Air Bubble Glass Pendant Lights with Brass Top
Vintage Dutch Smoked Air Bubble Glass Pendant Lights with Brass Top

Vintage Dutch Smoked Air Bubble Glass Pendant Lights with Brass Top

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Original vintage smoked air bubble glass pendant. 2 meter Black wire Brass top Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by inter...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Bubble Sphere Pendant Doria Leuchten
Bubble Sphere Pendant Doria Leuchten

Bubble Sphere Pendant Doria Leuchten

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in New York, NY

Bubble Sphere Frosted White glass pendant. Milk Glass ball pendant light on chrome shaft made in Germany, Doria Leuchten, 1970s. Textured Bubble type molded white frosted glass Sphe...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass, Milk Glass

Helena Tynell bubble hanging lamp , 1970s
Helena Tynell bubble hanging lamp , 1970s

Helena Tynell bubble hanging lamp , 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Delft, NL

Helena Tynell bubble hanging lamp , 1970s Dimensions: 22cm Diameter, 55cm Height Condition: Good Material: Metal , glas Color: Gold

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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Vintage Mid-Century Modern Postmodern 5 Arm Bubble Chandelier
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Postmodern 5 Arm Bubble Chandelier

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Postmodern 5 Arm Bubble Chandelier

Located in El Cerrito, CA

This stunningly simple 5 arm modern globe chandelier features a lovely mix of materials: brass, wood, and a subtly iridescent smoky glass. It s a piece from late in the Mid-Century M...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Murano Glass Bubble Chandelier with Chains, Mid-20th Century
Murano Glass Bubble Chandelier with Chains, Mid-20th Century

Murano Glass Bubble Chandelier with Chains, Mid-20th Century

Located in Retie, BE

Mid-20th Century Murano glass bubble chandelier - flush mount - ceiling light .

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Extra Large Italian Brass and Bubble Glass Chandelier, 1960s
Mid-Century Extra Large Italian Brass and Bubble Glass Chandelier, 1960s

Mid-Century Extra Large Italian Brass and Bubble Glass Chandelier, 1960s

By Indoor

Located in The Hague, NL

Marvellous and rare extra large Italian brass and bubble glass chandelier. Imported by the exclusive lamp shop indoor lighting in Amsterdam-Brussels in the 1960s. The lamps were made...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Polished Chrome and Bubble Glass Chandelier
Polished Chrome and Bubble Glass Chandelier

Polished Chrome and Bubble Glass Chandelier

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H 37.5 in Dm 24 in

Polished Chrome and Bubble Glass Chandelier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This stylish Mid-Century Modern chandelier dates to the 1960s, and it seems to take its inspiration from a star burst or planetary alignments. Note: This piece takes eleven Edison...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Spectacular Mid-Century Modernist Bubble Sputnik by Motoko Ishii
Spectacular Mid-Century Modernist Bubble Sputnik by Motoko Ishii

Spectacular Mid-Century Modernist Bubble Sputnik by Motoko Ishii

By Staff Leuchten, Motoko Ishii

Located in Kingston, NY

This spectacular Mid-Century Modernist bubble Sputnik was designed by Motoko Ishii. It features a chrome frame with (84) transparent blown glass globes surrounding the frame creating...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Amber-Tone Bubble Pendant Chandelier with Brass Accents
Amber-Tone Bubble Pendant Chandelier with Brass Accents

Amber-Tone Bubble Pendant Chandelier with Brass Accents

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Stamford, CT

Beautiful chandelier comprised of seven amber tone bubble glass pendant bodies, with brass-tone accent hardware. Takes seven E-14 base bulbs up to 40 watts per bulb, new wiring. T...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Brass and Controlled Bubble Glass Teardrop Flush Mount Chandelier
Brass and Controlled Bubble Glass Teardrop Flush Mount Chandelier

Brass and Controlled Bubble Glass Teardrop Flush Mount Chandelier

Located in Hem, NL

Italian flush mount chandelier with large thick glass handblown teardrops with controlled bubbles. Four larger glass drops on the inner section and eight slightly less large drops on...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lightolier 12 Ball Light Chrome Bubble Sputnik Molecule Chandelier
Lightolier 12 Ball Light Chrome Bubble Sputnik Molecule Chandelier

Lightolier 12 Ball Light Chrome Bubble Sputnik Molecule Chandelier

By Lightolier

Located in Denver, CO

Iconic 12 light Lightolier chrome and smoke glass bubble chandelier. Chrome fixture is 31” long with 11” of original chain, a 42” total drop from ceiling. Approx widest diameter is 1...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Venini Midcentury Italian Flushmount Murano Glass Bubbles and Brass Chandelier
Venini Midcentury Italian Flushmount Murano Glass Bubbles and Brass Chandelier

Venini Midcentury Italian Flushmount Murano Glass Bubbles and Brass Chandelier

By Paolo Venini, Venini

Located in Escalona, Toledo

Luxurious and Spectacular Flushmount Murano Hand Blown Bubbles and Brass Chandelier designed and produced by Paolo Venini in 1960 in Italy. With an exquisite design, it is a multitu...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century German Extra Large Cascade Bubble Tulip Lamp from Doria Model 4309
Mid-Century German Extra Large Cascade Bubble Tulip Lamp from Doria Model 4309

Mid-Century German Extra Large Cascade Bubble Tulip Lamp from Doria Model 4309

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Basel, CH

This large Cascade lamp, model 4309, was manufactured by Doria in Germany. It is suitable especially for high ceilings and lounge areas. The eight large glass bubbles create a specta...

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Antique Mid-19th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Bubble Crystal Duel Disc Chandelier, circa 1960s
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Bubble Crystal Duel Disc Chandelier, circa 1960s

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Bubble Crystal Duel Disc Chandelier, circa 1960s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors bubble crystal duel disc chandelier, circa 1960s. Classic Orrefors round carved textured and bubble round glass shades with brass stem, canopy and botto...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Bubble Pendant
Bubble Pendant

Bubble Pendant

Unavailable

H 12 in Dm 14 in

Bubble Pendant

Located in Brooklyn, NY

One of Sticky Glass's most classic styles, suspended from the ceiling! These bulbous pendants carry 6 exterior chambers that give a window into the heart of the pendant while also pr...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Bubble Pendant 'Small'
Bubble Pendant 'Small'

Bubble Pendant 'Small'

Unavailable

H 8 in Dm 10 in

Bubble Pendant 'Small'

Located in Brooklyn, NY

One of Sticky Glass's most classic styles, suspended from the ceiling! These bulbous pendants carry 6 exterior chambers that give a window into the heart of the pendant while also pr...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Bubble Glass Hanginglamp Staff Leuchten
Bubble Glass Hanginglamp Staff Leuchten

Bubble Glass Hanginglamp Staff Leuchten

Unavailable

H 51.19 in Dm 23.63 in

Bubble Glass Hanginglamp Staff Leuchten

Located in Vienna, Vienna

Hanging lamp, manufacture by Staff Leuchten, Germany, 1970. Seven bubble glass tubes chrome.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Midcentury Czech Bubble Glass Pendant
Midcentury Czech Bubble Glass Pendant

Midcentury Czech Bubble Glass Pendant

Unavailable

H 13.78 in Dm 12.6 in

Midcentury Czech Bubble Glass Pendant

Located in Stockport, GB

Midcentury Czech clear bubbled glass shade with matte white tubular inner shade. Rewired with chromed fittings and black braided flex. This shade requires one B22 lamp. A matching ce...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Bubble Glass Cascade Pendant Lamp by Staff (1960s)
Bubble Glass Cascade Pendant Lamp by Staff (1960s)

Bubble Glass Cascade Pendant Lamp by Staff (1960s)

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H 23.63 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in

Bubble Glass Cascade Pendant Lamp by Staff (1960s)

By Staff Leuchten

Located in Wiesbaden, DE

Mid-century cascade pendant by Staff, Germany, crafted in the 1960s. Featuring multiple textured bubble-glass shades suspended in a cascading formation. In very good vintage conditio...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Industrial Hanging Amber Bubble Glass Pendant
Industrial Hanging Amber Bubble Glass Pendant

Industrial Hanging Amber Bubble Glass Pendant

Unavailable

H 12.25 in Dm 6.13 in

Industrial Hanging Amber Bubble Glass Pendant

Located in Cookeville, TN

Amber glass has been blown between the ribs of this pendant light fixture for a unique style. The metal is finished in black and has matching chain.

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Set bubble glass pendants by Helena Tynell, 1970s
Set bubble glass pendants by Helena Tynell, 1970s

Set bubble glass pendants by Helena Tynell, 1970s

Unavailable

H 12.21 in Dm 10.24 in

Set bubble glass pendants by Helena Tynell, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg, Helena Tynell

Located in GENDT, NL

Set vintage pendants by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg, German design 1970s. Glass with chrome. Wires renewed. Both pendants are in very good condition.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Modern Ceiling Light with Bubble Glass from the 1960s
Modern Ceiling Light with Bubble Glass from the 1960s

Modern Ceiling Light with Bubble Glass from the 1960s

Located in Budapest, HU

White bubble glass ceiling light with an exciting shape. Perfect for 3 bulbs with a traditional socket. From an unknown designer, in nice working condition, there are no chips or cra...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Italian Bubble Ceiling Lamp in Brass & Opal 50s Stilnovo Style
Italian Bubble Ceiling Lamp in Brass & Opal 50s Stilnovo Style

Italian Bubble Ceiling Lamp in Brass & Opal 50s Stilnovo Style

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 43.31 in D 15.75 in

Italian Bubble Ceiling Lamp in Brass & Opal 50s Stilnovo Style

By Stilnovo

Located in St-Brais, JU

Lager Italian bubble lamp in Stilnovo style, 1950s. Hand made in Italy with opalglass and brass in a vintage look.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Brown Bubble Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler, Germany 1960s
Brown Bubble Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler, Germany 1960s

Brown Bubble Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler, Germany 1960s

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Brown bubble glass with golden detail. Penndant light from Peill adn Putzler, Germany. In good working condition, not applicable but hard wired.

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1970s German Glashütte Limburg Mottled White Bubbled Glass Pendant Hanging Light
1970s German Glashütte Limburg Mottled White Bubbled Glass Pendant Hanging Light

1970s German Glashütte Limburg Mottled White Bubbled Glass Pendant Hanging Light

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in London, England

1970s Vintage German Glashütte Limburg white mottled bubbled glass hanging pendant light. An interesting and heavy mottled trumpet-shaped glass shade with a rounded outer edge and r...

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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Three Amber Bubble Pendants by Helena Tynell for Limburg Glass
Three Amber Bubble Pendants by Helena Tynell for Limburg Glass

Three Amber Bubble Pendants by Helena Tynell for Limburg Glass

By Helena Tynell

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Three bubble shaped pendants designed by Helena Tynell for Limburg Glass during the 1960s. The amber colored glass is equally beautiful during the day as it is while illuminated at n...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Murano Bubble Glass Chandelier from 60s
Mid-Century Murano Bubble Glass Chandelier from 60s

Mid-Century Murano Bubble Glass Chandelier from 60s

Located in Catania, CT

This chandelier produced in Italy during the 60s is made up of 21 Murano glasses and it is in good vintage condition with trace of oxidation on the metal structure. Glasses in perfec...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Mid Century Bubble Pendant
Mid Century Bubble Pendant

Mid Century Bubble Pendant

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H 15 in Dm 12 in

Mid Century Bubble Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Mid century Mission style bubble pendant light. Completely hand made mid century mission bubble pendant light with light blue glass. Mission Carmel pendant bubble light. Lamps of thi...

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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Pair Mid-Century Bubbles Chandelier Murano Art Design Venini Style Trasparent
Pair Mid-Century Bubbles Chandelier Murano Art Design Venini Style Trasparent

Pair Mid-Century Bubbles Chandelier Murano Art Design Venini Style Trasparent

By Venini

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Pair mid-century bubbles chandelier Murano Art Design Venini style transparent.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

George Nelson Modernica Mid-Century Bubble Pendant
George Nelson Modernica Mid-Century Bubble Pendant

George Nelson Modernica Mid-Century Bubble Pendant

By George Nelson

Located in Astoria, NY

George Nelson Modernica Mid-Century Modern "saucer" shape bubble pendant ceiling lamp, translucent white synthetic over a wire frame, Modernica label on top metal rim. In very good v...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wire

Chrome Bubble Sputnik Chandelier
Chrome Bubble Sputnik Chandelier

Chrome Bubble Sputnik Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

Brilliant chrome with large bubble globe bulbs. Large impressive scale, working and original, and signed ( TASO ).

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

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Bubble Chandelier Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the bubble chandelier mid century you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, metal and brass, every bubble chandelier mid century was constructed with great care. Find 266 options for an antique or vintage bubble chandelier mid century now, or shop our selection of 16 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect bubble chandelier mid century — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each bubble chandelier mid century bearing Mid-Century Modern or Industrial hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one bubble chandelier mid century that is appealing in its simplicity, but Glashütte Limburg, Helena Tynell and George Nelson produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Bubble Chandelier Mid Century?

A bubble chandelier mid century can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,364, while the lowest priced sells for $209 and the highest can go for as much as $37,500.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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.