A Small Regency Chandelier By Hancock & Rixon
By Hancock & Rixon
Located in Steyning, West sussex
A five light ormolu mounted regency chandelier of classic tent and basket design, the ornate rose, thistle, and shamrock band issuing scroll arms of serpent form supporting drop hung...
Ormolu
Late 19th c. French Bronze and Crystal Waterfall Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This late 19th-century French bronze and crystal waterfall chandelier exudes elegance and sophistication. The intricate design of the chandelier features a cascading waterfall of cry...
Crystal, Bronze
Vintage 1970s Quadriedri Venini Glass Spiral Chandelier
By Paolo Venini
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous vintage quadriedri Venini glass spiral chandelier from 1970s. It is a beautiful cascading 6 tiered chandelier with clear quadriedri glass pieces that creates statuesque sil...
Metal
Murano Glass “Tronchi” Chandelier with Peachy Pink Inclusions
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a striking Italian Murano glass chandelier featuring cascading hand-blown tronchi-style glass elements suspended from a brass frame.
Metal
Sculptural Murano Glass Chandelier, Pair Available, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural Glass Chandelier, Aqua Smoked Glass & Brass, Italy Contemporary, Pair Available, In Stock Murano glass chandelier with cascading ribbed panels in soft aqua and smoked ton...
Brass
Italian Crystal and Chrome Chandelier, Faceted Glass Pendants, 1970s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR
The layered silhouette gives the crystal chandelier a full, cascading profile, suspended from a chromed chain and canopy.
Metal, Chrome
Russian Cut-Glass, Ormolu, and Blue Porcelain Chandelier
Located in London, GB
Foliate decoration can be seen throughout: small five-petaled flowers sit between the branches whilst blooming ormolu tulips hang beneath, and a pine-cone finial surmounts the base o...
Ormolu
$2,835Sale Price|32% Off
Venini Ice Blue Triedri Murano Glass Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A Venini Murano glass chandelier. Cascading “triedri” prisms in both ice blue and clear glass dangle from chains attached to the flush mount canopy.
Murano Glass
Pink Shell Murano Glass Huge Chandelier, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous eight-tier Italian Murano glass chandelier with a Cascade of pink shells giving an extraordinary light effect.
Blown Glass
Pink Shell Murano Glass Huge Chandelier, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous eight-tier Italian Murano glass chandelier with a Cascade of pink shells giving an extraordinary light effect.
Blown Glass
Pink Shell Murano Glass Huge Chandelier, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous eight tier Italian Murano glass chandelier with a Cascade of pink shells giving an extraordinary light effect.
Blown Glass
Verner Panton Fun 1DM shell Chandelier, 1960s
By Verner Panton
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Designed in the 1960s, this chandelier features a cascade of circular capiz shells, creating a unique and visually striking effect when illuminated.
Steel
Pink Shell Murano Glass Huge Chandelier 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous eight tier Italian Murano glass chandelier with a Cascade of pink shells giving an extraordinary light effect.
Blown Glass
Pair of Pink Shell Murano Glass Chandelier, circa 2000s
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous three-tier Italian Murano glass chandelier with a Cascade of pink shells giving an extraordinary light effect.
Blown Glass
Oversized Multi-Layered Murano Scavo Glass Chandelier
Located in North Miami, FL
Murano glass chandelier with four cascading levels of layered Murano alternating textured glass and gold leaf glass, on a steel structure with brass fittings.
Murano Glass
Large Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, Handcrafted Murano Glass, Italy
Located in Guazzora, IT
The multiple rows of glass elements are arranged at different heights, creating a cascading effect and giving the chandelier remarkable visual depth from every viewing angle.
Brass
Monumental 1960s Czech Brass Frosted Glass Globe Chandelier
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
A striking large-scale Czech chandelier from the 1960s featuring sculptural brass construction and luminous frosted glass globes in a dramatic cascading composition.
Brass
Pink Amethyst color Shell Murano Glass Huge Chandelier, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous eight-tier Murano glass chandelier with a Cascade of pink shells giving an extraordinary light effect.
Blown Glass
Contemporary Copper and Glass Surlight Modular Chandelier by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This three tiered Surilight Chandelier has a cascade of copper plated rings which are adorned with molded recycled glass disc to add sparkle.
Steel
A Magnificent Antique Bagues Ormolu, Crystal & Beaded Glass Waterfall Chandelier
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
A Magnificent Antique Bagues Ormolu, Crystal & Beaded Glass Waterfall Chandelier. A Magnificent Antique Baguès Ormolu, Crystal & Beaded Glass Waterfall Chandelier of cascadin...
Crystal, Bronze
1970 Germany Palwa Chandelier Swarovski Crystal & Gilt Brass by Christoph Palme
By Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Beautiful cascading gilt brass leaf crystal chandelier designed by Christoph Palme.
Crystal, Brass
Pink Amethyst color Shell Murano Glass Huge Chandelier, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous eight-tier Murano glass chandelier with a Cascade of pink shells giving an extraordinary light effect.
Blown Glass
Chandelier in Trefoil Glass Produced by Venini, 1960s
By Venini
Located in taranto, IT
Splendid original venini 60s chandelier, a cascade of trefoil glass of mixed shades of amber and white arranged on several levels, elegant, harmonious, timeless overall height jus...
Glass
Murano Glass Vintage Designer Chandelier, Massive Belgium, 1970s
By Massive Lighting
Located in Bastogne, BE
Gilt Metal cascading waterfall chandelier. The naturalness of the composition is added by pendants made in the form of multi-colored balls on long glass fasteners.
Metal
Italian Suspension Chandelier, circa 1960, Enameled Glass and Brass
By Stilnovo, Stilux
Located in Vienna, AT
Italian cascading suspension chandelier from the 1960s. Suspended from a polished brass ceiling plate are three blown satin glass diffusers with hand-painted stripes.
Brass
$2,965Sale Price|25% Off
Stunning Italian Black Glass Chandelier by Barovier & Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Voorburg, NL
The chandelier features a cascade of black glass pieces that hang from a glass frame, creating a dramatic and elegant effect.
Glass
French Louis XVI Style Silvered Bronze, Rock Crystal & Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A Large Antique French Louis XVI Silvered Bronze, Cut Rock Crystal & Crystal Multi Light Chandelier. A magnificent unusual large antique French Louis XVI style silvered bronze, ...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Bronze
Monumental Venetian Wrought Iron, Wood & Crystal Chandelier Early 19th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The elaborate framework features scrolling iron arms and tiered construction, supporting numerous candle-form lights and cascading decorative drops. The chandelier is lavishly embell...
Crystal, Wrought Iron
A large Italian Murano Glass Spiral Chandelier By Novaresi
By Novaresi
Located in London, GB
A large clear Murano glass cascading spiral chandelier pendant light by Italian Manufacturers Novaresi.
Murano Glass
Pink Amethyst color Shell Murano Glass Huge Chandelier, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous eight-tier Murano glass chandelier with a Cascade of pink shells giving an extraordinary light effect.
Blown Glass
Restored Mid-Century Chandelier, by Elektroinstala Jílové, Steel, Czech, 1960s
By Elektroinstala Děčín
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Maker: Elektroinstala Jílové Type: 68816/1 This design six-cascade pendant chandelier (type 68816/1), originating from the 1960s, represents a magnificent and highly representative ...
Steel
Pair of Pink Shell Murano Glass Chandelier, circa 2000s
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous three-tier Italian Murano glass chandelier with a Cascade of pink shells giving an extraordinary light effect.
Blown Glass
Antique Venetian Gilt Wood and Crystal Chandelier, Circa 1920's, Italy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very fine Italian Venetian Giltwood and crystal chandelier. Beautiful cascading levels of very fine crystals.
Crystal
French Louis XVI, Chandeliers, Dore Bronze, Crystal, France, 19th Century
Located in Stamford, CT
Each chandelier features four cascading tiers of brilliantly cut crystals, supported by richly detailed, finely cast bronze frames adorned with classical shell motifs, rosettes, and ...
Crystal, Bronze
Lady Grace, Chandelier with Pink and Transparent Pendants, Murano Glass, 1980
By Venini
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Murano chandelier in the style of Venini La Cascata. The chandelier consists of three rounds composed of beautiful transparent and pink drops cascading down.
Murano Glass
Mid Century Style Pink Glass Swizzle Stick Chandelier, two available
By Currey & Co.
Located in Wichita, KS
This beautiful Glass Swizzle Stick Chandelier features a cascade of vertical blush or pink glass rods with chrome hardware. and has a glam and sultry aesthetic.
Chrome
Pink Shell Pair of Murano Glass Huge Chandelier, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous eight-tier Italian Murano glass chandelier with a Cascade of pink shells giving an extraordinary light effect.
Blown Glass
Murano Light Blue Opaline Glass Chandelier, 80 Handblown Pendants
Located in Guazzora, IT
Composed of 80 handblown light blue opaline glass pendants, each individually shaped and finished, the chandelier forms a cascading architecture of light.
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
Guglielmo Ulrich Rare Eight-Arm Brass Chandelier, Italy, 1940s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in New York, NY
Guglielmo Ulrich rare and elegant brass chandelier with eight cascading arms ending on a brass point detail, Italy, 1940s.
Brass
Pair of Pink Shell Murano Glass Huge Chandelier, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous eight-tier Italian Murano glass chandelier with a Cascade of pink shells giving an extraordinary light effect.
Blown Glass
Pair of Pink Shell Murano Glass Huge Chandelier, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous eight tier Italian Murano glass chandelier with a cascade of pink shells giving an extraordinary light effect.
Blown Glass
Lady Orange, Chandelier with Orange & Transparent Pendants, Murano Glass, 1970s
By Venini
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Murano chandelier in the style of Venini La Cascata. The chandelier consists of three rounds composed of beautiful transparent and orange drops cascading down.
Murano Glass
1920s French Tiered Brass Pendant Chandelier with Colored Glass Inserts
Located in High Point, NC
The chandelier features a cascading tiered design composed of finely pierced brass, forming intricate geometric and foliate patterns that allow light to filter through with a warm, a...
Brass
Toni Zuccheri for Venini Four -Tier Tronchi Tube Chandelier Camer
By Camer Glass
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
circular cascading form chandelier comprising a metal frame containing 4 tiers made up of 33 textured molded Tronchi glass tubes.
Metal
A Large French Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Suspended from a crown of delicately scrolled gilt bronze supports, the chandelier cascades in a sweeping conical form, richly draped with faceted lace crystal chains that gather int...
Crystal, Bronze
French Art Deco Ezan Six-Light Opalescent Glass Stalactite Chandelier, ca. 1930
Located in Nottingham, GB
Particularly striking are the numerous hand-moulded opalescent glass stalactites, arranged around the six lower arms and across two graduated upper tiers. These cascading glass eleme...
Metal
Custom Mid-Century Modern Style 12 Ball Smoked Glass Murano Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom Murano Mid-Century Modern style chandelier with 12 cascading smoked glass balls. Shipping from Italy not included in price.
Brass
Oversized Modernist Murano Glass Seven-Tier Feather Chandelier, Italy, 1990's.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arranged in seven cascading tiers, the chandelier displays remarkable craftsmanship and depth, creating a luminous and sculptural centerpiece.
Murano Glass
Set of Six Monumental 1960s Czech Brass Frosted Glass Globe Chandeliers
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
An impressive set of six monumental Czech chandeliers from the 1960s, featuring sculptural brass construction and luminous frosted glass globes arranged in a dramatic cascading compo...
Brass
$15,120Sale Price|23% Off
Antique Russian Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Rising from the arms, the chandelier is crowned with a multi-tiered cage canopy, hung with further crystal prisms and garlands, terminating in cascading drops.
Crystal, Bronze
$43,200Sale Price|55% Off
A Grand Custom-Commissioned Murano Amethyst & Amber 36-Arm Chandelier & Sconces
By Arte Nuova Murano
Located in Tarzana, CA
A Grand Custom-Commissioned Murano Amethyst & Amber 36-light Chandelier & 12 Matching Sconces A magnificent and monumental Murano chandelier of triple tiered construction, composed ...
Other
$6,327Sale Price|20% Off
''La Murrina'' chandelier stamped in each Murano glass vintage 70s
Located in Palermo, IT
The chandelier has a “cascade” or “leaf” design, typical of the Mid-Century Modern period and the Italian Space Age style.
Brass
$3,448Sale Price|28% Off
1950s French Mid Century Modern Art Glass/ Crystal Chandelier Baccarat "Diamond"
By Baccarat
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Series "Diamond Stones" By Baccarat. 1950's Mid Century Modern Crystal Cascading Bag & Tent Chandelier. Formed in 2 pieces.
Crystal
Lady Victoria, Chandelier with Blu and Transparent Pendants, Murano Glass, 1970s
By Venini
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Murano chandelier in the style of Venini La Cascata. The chandelier consists of three rounds composed of beautiful transparent and blu drops cascading down.
Murano Glass
Pink Pendant Art Deco Barovier and Toso Chandelier Glass Murano, 1940
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, IT
Inside a bowl are mounted 8 rays cascading down. The chandelier mounts an e27 light point.
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Venini Murano Glass Chandelier 85 Hand-Blown Quadriedri Prisms, 60's
By Venini
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This striking tiered fixture is a quintessential example of mid-century Italian glamour and high-end artisanal craftsmanship. The chandelier features a cascading architectural frame...
Metal
Palwa Bubbles Chandelier Crystal & Gilt Brass by Ernst Palme, Germany, 1960s
By Palwa, Ernst Palme
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant cascading bubbles chandelier with crystals mounted on a gilt brass frame.
Crystal, Brass
Modernist Hand-Blown Smoked Mauve Spotted Murano Glass Five-Tier Disc Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional piece combines the timeless artistry of Venetian glassmaking with a sleek, modern design, resulting in a striking statement of luxury and style. The chandelier feat...
Chrome
Vintage Italian Spiral Murano Glass Chandelier in the Style of Venini
By Venini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alluring vintage chandelier in a cascading spiral design, made with Murano camera glasses.
Murano Glass
Lady Barbara, Murano Chandelier Pink and White Drops, Venini Style, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Murano chandelier in the style of Venini La Cascata. The chandelier consists of four laps composed of about 60 beautiful transparent white and pink drops cascading down.
Murano Glass
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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