$2,265 / item
H 60 in Dm 31.5 in
6-Piece Swell Chandelier in White and Brass with Canopy by Pablo Designs
By Pablo Studio, Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Elegant with undulating contours, Swell chandelier is an LED chandelier designed to seamlessly blend the line between indoor and outdoor lighting.
Aluminum, Steel
$5,289
H 30 in Dm 19.7 in
Timeless Design & Colorful Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Light w. Matching Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Extra large, Timless shape and warmest color, four light chandelier with matching and mint canopy. If you are looking for a truly beautiful, great quality and very good condition al...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
$2,310
H 30 in Dm 9.5 in
Glorious Design and Color Art & Crafts Glass Pendant Light, Canopy and Rope 1930
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful design and great looking early 1900 ceiling lamp. If you are a collector of rare and great looking Arts & Crafts design antiques then this stylish pendant from the 1930s c...
Brass, Wire
$673 / item
H 20.87 in Dm 1.19 in
The Capri Pendant made of Polished Brass and Lucite with Brass ceiling canopy
Located in London, GB
The Capri Pendant is the latest addition to our collection of Pendants and literally just launched in the Andrew Kornat Designs showcase at Design Centre Chelsea Harbour during Londo...
Metal, Brass
$2,327 / item
H 7.52 in W 5.6 in D 5.6 in
Glass Cluster Single Pendant in Glass and Porcelain by Farrah Sit
By Farrah Sit
Located in Geneve, CH
The pendants hang from a white raw porcelain canopy. About Farrah Sit designs evocative lighting, furniture, and sculptural home objects.
Porcelain, Glass
$13,704 / item
H 18 in W 14.02 in D 14.02 in
Glass Cluster 7 Pendant Chandelier in Glass and Porcelain by Farrah Sit
By Farrah Sit
Located in Geneve, CH
The pendants hang from a white raw porcelain canopy. About Farrah Sit designs evocative lighting, furniture, and sculptural home objects.
Porcelain, Glass
THE MICA STARFISH CEILING CANOPY
By Derapage Design
Located in San Francisco, CA
The Mica-over-Mirror elegantly finishes off the attachment of any ceiling fixture, without increasing the drop. The segmented mirror with overlay of pewter mica and the edge finished...
James Mont Egyptian Canopic Jar Table Lamp
By James Mont
Located in Astoria, NY
James Mont Mid-Century Modern ebonized and parcel gilt molded composition table lamp in shape of an Egyptian canopic jar, designed circa 1960. Dimensions: 26" Height x 10" Diameter...
Metal
Sold
H 25 in Dm 17.9 in
Large & Stunning Design Antique Alabaster Chandelier / Pendant with Brass Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Thanks to its large and relatively deep shade this remarkable design alabaster chandelier will light up both your days and evenings.
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Sold
H 21 in Dm 13.8 in
Timeless & Colorful Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Light w. Matching Design Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
The replacement matt black chain and the matt black, brass canopy (that matches the design of the shade) are like the icing on the cake of this work of lighting art.
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze, Wire
Sold
H 29 in Dm 17.8 in
Timless Design Art Deco, Antique Alabaster Pendant w. Perfect Alabaster Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class design and superb quality, large white alabaster 3-light chandelier. This early 20th century pendant light comes with a wonderful design and a superb condition, white alab...
Alabaster, Bronze
Sold
H 26.4 in Dm 18.5 in
Large Floral Design Alabaster Pendant Chandelier w. Matching Rope & Mint Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class & colorful chandelier with an alabaster shade and canopy. Thanks to its large size, its handcarved floral design and its superb condition this antique alabaster chandelier...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Iron
Sold
H 38 in Dm 19.7 in
Striking Design Handcarved Art Deco Alabaster Pendant, Canopy with Original Rope
Located in Lisse, NL
Large size and very stylish, hand carved, antique 3 light alabaster chandelier. Thanks to its uniquely layered design and rounded edge on top, this timeless Art Deco pendant is extr...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Sold
H 27 in Dm 21.5 in
Large Size & Great Design Antique White Alabaster Shade Pendant Light w. Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class, Art Deco chandelier with a unique alabaster dish shade with matching dish canopy. Thanks to its large size and good condition this alabaster 3-light chandelier will light...
Alabaster, Metal, Bronze
Sold
H 26.4 in Dm 7.9 in
Rare Rounded Geometrical Design Art Deco Pendant Light with Brass Chain & Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful shape and great amber color Art Deco hallway pendant. This rare Art Deco glass pendant with its wonderful colors and striking, geometrical design could be the perfect ligh...
Brass
Sold
H 27.5 in Dm 19.9 in
Large Size & Great Design Antique White Alabaster Shade Pendant with Mint Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class, Art Deco chandelier with a unique alabaster dish shade with a mint canopy. Thanks to its large size, timeless design and very good condition this 2-light alabaster chan...
Alabaster, Metal, Bronze, Brass
Sold
H 24 in Dm 13.8 in
Great Art Deco Design Antique Alabaster Pendant w. Perfect Alabaster Canopy 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
Serene design and superb quality alabaster pendant. This early 20th century pendant comes with a wonderful design and superb condition, white alabaster shade with evenly divided bla...
Alabaster, Bronze
Sold
H 20.5 in Dm 16.3 in
Good Size & Great Design Antique White Alabaster Shade Pendant with Mint Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class, Art Deco pendant with the ideal design alabaster dish shade with stunning black veins. Thanks to its practical size, its truly timeless design AND good condition this a...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze
Sold
H 26 in Dm 17.8 in
Great Art Deco Design Antique Alabaster Pendant w. Perfect Alabaster Canopy 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and large size, 3-light alabaster pendant of great quality and design. This unique Art Deco fixture from the heydays of the European Art Deco era is another one of our most...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Sold
H 27.5 in Dm 16 in
Great Art Deco Design Antique Alabaster Pendant w. Perfect Alabaster Canopy 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful design and superb quality, white alabaster pendant. This early 20th century pendant comes with a wonderful design and a superb condition, white alabaster shade with stunni...
Alabaster, Brass
Good Size & Great Design Antique White Alabaster Shade Pendant with Mint Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class, Art Deco pendant with a perfect alabaster dish shade with stunning black veins. Thanks to its practical size, truly timeless design and superb condition this 2-light alab...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze
Sold
H 26.4 in Dm 5.5 in
Near Mint Art Deco Glass Pendant w. Rare Patterns & Matching Design Brass Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Even more so, because the beautiful Art Deco canopy perfectly complements the design of the Art Deco glass shade.
Brass, Metal, Wire
$5,500 / set
H 32.09 in W 17.33 in D 16.15 in
Set of 10 Dining Chairs in Pine & Seagrass Seats, Danish Mid Century, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand, Charles Dudouyt, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
A charming and rustic set of 10 dining chairs in pine and seagrass seats. Made in the 1960s by a Danish cabinetmaker. A fine mid century brutalist set that pairs well with many type...
Seagrass, Pine
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
19th Century French Carved Walnut Paris Coat of Arms Wall Plaque
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a study, library, office, or paneled hallway with this impressive antique French carved walnut wall plaque. Crafted in France circa 1870, the sculptural panel depicts the hi...
Walnut
Tiffany Studios Jeweled Feather Table Lamp.
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Studios Jeweled Feather Table Lamp. New York, Circa 1910 Base signed TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK 584, Height 22 Inches Shade signed TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK 1439, Diameter 16....
Bronze
$40,829
H 28.35 in W 30.32 in D 12.21 in
Antique Tiffany Studios Adjustable Lamp Base with Later Stained Glass Shade
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Tiffany adjustable bronze lamp base, stamped "Tiffany Studios, New York, 7984", circa 1915. The base was acquired with its current Tiffany Style stained glass shade with Dragonfly mo...
Bronze
$8,885
H 27 in Dm 19.6 in
Large Antique Alabaster Chandelier / Pendant w. Great Hand Carved Roses & Leafs
Located in Lisse, NL
Awesome Arts & Crafts, 3-light alabaster chandelier with awesome carvings. Thanks to its large size, its superbly handcarved rose and flower patterns AND its superb condition this m...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze, Wire
Parchment Directional Sconces, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Made in Italy Parchment shades on patinated brass arm. 8"w x 14”d x 13”h *Please Note: This fixture is made in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). It is not UL Listed. Stand...
Brass
34 inch Thatched Dome Pendant
By Hilliard Lamps
Located in Arcata, CA
At the Hilliard studio we operate with a primary goal in mind: Create something useful, beautiful and cherished. We believe that fine lighting fixtures should be timeless in style an...
Bronze
$2,080
H 30 in Dm 10 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Stained & Chunky Glass Pendant Light Tiffany Style Fxture
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning moon shape chandelier pendant light 1900s. This rare ceiling lamp from the very early 1900s could be the perfect lighting solution for an entrance or any other small livin...
Lead
Rare Art Deco Enameled w. Vibrant Colors Glass Pendant Light by Loys Lucha
By Loys Lucha
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning, large and stylish work of lighting art, made and signed by Loys Lucha. If you are passionate about early 20th-century decorative art, then this striking 4-light pendant wi...
Brass, Enamel
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 32.5 in Dm 24 in
Unique Art Glass & Metal Company Leaded Glass Peony Table Lamp C. 1915
By Unique Art Glass Company, Tiffany Studios
Located in Atlanta, GA
Unique Art Glass & Metal Company (New York, active 1889-1917), circa 1915. This truly magnificent leaded glass table lamp which was produced during the time period after Louis Comfo...
Bronze
MULLER FRERES French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier, 1920
By Muller Frères
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Frères, Croismare, France, 1920s. A superb French Art Deco chandelier by Muller Frères, Croismare, dating from the late 1920s. This chandelier fe...
Brass
$7,400
H 5.75 in W 9 in D 9 in
Art Nouveau Gres Bijou Butterfly & Spiderweb Bowl-Shaped Vase by RStK Amphora
By Reissner Stellmacher & Kessel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reliable handling. While standard parcel services are an option, the defau...
Earthenware, Glass
Brutalist Stained Beech Dining Chairs, France 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Almelo, NL
Brutalist stained beech dining chairs, France 1960s Brutalist, stained beech dining chairs with octagonal tapered legs, curved in the back, France 1960s. These chairs are made entir...
Beech
Uno Square Ceiling Light by Gaspare Asaro-Bronze Finish
By Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in New York, NY
The Uno Square ceiling light exemplifies simple elegance via its clean profile designed around a single Murano glass shade. Shown in the primary images in Bronzo Ottone-subsequent p...
Brass
$2,468 / set
H 10.24 in W 5.91 in D 7.09 in
Two 1990s Barovier Style Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass and Brass Wall Sconces
By Barovier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This set of two wall sconces is a stunning example of Barovier-style Mid-Century Modern design from the 1990s. Strongly inspired by the iconic Murano glass traditions, particularly r...
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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