American Cast Iron Cylinder Hanging Glass Lantern, Early 20th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
American cast iron cylinder hanging lantern with twelve interior lights, three paneled glass
Early 20th Century American American Empire Lanterns
Iron
American Cast Iron Cylinder Hanging Glass Lantern, Early 20th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
American cast iron cylinder hanging lantern with twelve interior lights, three paneled glass
Iron
English Regency Period "Gothick" Bronze and Iron Lantern, circa 1810
Located in Kinderhook, NY
Large circa 1810 English Regency period "Gothick" bronze and iron lantern of hexagonal form having
Bronze, Iron
$2,914
H 28 in Dm 15.4 in
Rare Arts & Crafts Pendant Lantern, Handcrafted Wrought Iron & Cathedral Glass
Located in Lisse, NL
. When lit, the lantern casts a wonderfully atmospheric glow, creating subtle patterns across the ceiling
Metal, Wrought Iron
$20,000 / set
H 44.25 in Dm 22.5 in
Pair of American Wrought Iron & Brass Dome Shaped Hanging Lanterns, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American wrought iron and brass dome shaped hanging lanterns with decorative floral corner
Brass, Wrought Iron
$10,500
H 29 in Dm 10 in
English Brass Hexagon Decorative Dome and Glass Hanging Hall Lantern, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
English brass hexagon hanging hall lantern with a decorative centered ring over Prince of Wales
Brass, Iron
Large Art Deco Style Lantern Light Fixture, Early 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A extremely large European inspired Art Deco wrought iron and cast aluminum lantern style light
Wrought Iron, Aluminum
Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern
Located in Chireno, TX
Tole, glass and iron lantern dating to early 20th century, France. Not wired for electricity, but
Brass, Steel, Iron
$4,044
H 31 in Dm 11.5 in
Extra Large Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Porch or Hallway Pendant Light / Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
wonderful design is both finely made and great looking. It is all handcrafted out of wrought iron and cast
Wrought Iron, Iron
$2,624
H 27 in Dm 12 in
Fine Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron & Opalescent Glass Entry Hallway Lantern Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique hand crafted, antique hall lantern with striking cylindrical glass. If you are looking for
Wrought Iron, Brass, Wire
French White Cast Iron Lantern Chandelier
Located in Cookeville, TN
This listing features a selection of enormous white cast iron chandeliers originating from France
Iron
Pair of Vintage Zinc Lanterns
Located in Encinitas, CA
Pair of Cast Iron Lantern in Zinc Finish with Seeded Glass. 2' chain & canopy included for each
Iron
Spanish Gothic Style Lantern, circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
Spanish Gothic style cast-iron hexagonal form pendant lantern having domed top and ornamental
Iron
Cast and Wrought Iron Lantern, 19th Century
Located in Stamford, GB
A 19th century cast and wrought iron lantern, England, circa 1850. Wired and ready to hang. Ceiling
Wrought Iron
George iv Cast Metal Globe Lantern
Located in Dublin port, IE
A George IV cast metal globe lantern.
Iron
English Cast Iron Lantern Pendant, circa 1920-1930
Located in Surrey, BC
Sturdy cast iron lantern from circa 1920-1940. This pendant light is substantial, and features
Metal, Iron
Arts and Crafts Wrought and Cast Iron Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
With original chains the body with separated glass panels.
Antique French Cast Iron Bat Lantern
Located in London, GB
Very unusual antique French cast iron lantern with a very lifelike cast iron bat attached to the
Iron
19th Century English Verdigris Oversized Glazed Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
statement Verdigris copper and cast iron lantern with three candle bulb holder and hinged door. Supplied
Copper, Iron
Sold
H 31 in W 14.5 in D 10 in
French Hexagon Cast Iron and Painted Acanthus Hanging Hall Lantern, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
French Hexagon cast iron and painted hall lantern with upper scrolled acanthus arms, interior three
Iron, Gold Leaf
Sold
H 36 in W 13 in D 13 in
Pair of American Brass and Wrought Iron Hanging Gasolier Lanterns, Circa 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass and wrought iron hanging gasolier lanterns with centered bulbous iron
Brass, Iron
Sold
H 30 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in
American Wrought Iron Hanging Glass Lantern with Interior Light Cluster C. 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
American wrought iron hanging lantern with arched scroll work, eight glass panels, four-light
Brass, Wrought Iron
Tole and Glass French Lantern
Located in Chireno, TX
Tole and glass French lanterns dating to the 19th century. Heavy iron frame. Remnants of bluish
Brass, Iron, Tin
Sold
H 35 in Dm 16 in
English Brass Octagon Decorative Dome and Beveled Glass Hall Lantern, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
English brass octagon hanging hall lantern with a decorative centered bulbous two tiered beaded
Brass, Iron
Sold
H 42.5 in Dm 42 in
French Arts & Crafts Signed Wrought & Cast Iron Chandelier with Hanging Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
UL wired, beautifully wrought and cast iron pierced ring-form chandelier hanging from shaped rods
Wrought Iron
French Iron and Tole Glass-Paneled Lantern
Located in Chireno, TX
French iron and tole glass-paneled lantern circa 1870-1899. Unwired. Two lanterns are available but
Brass, Iron, Tin
An American Art Deco Period Painted Iron and Glass Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
stamped in iron, "R W and Co.", the ceiling mounted light in cast iron with painted accents, with
Iron
Nafeqvarns Bruk "Diana" Lantern by Carl Elmberg, Martin Westerberg 'A'
By Nafveqvarns Bruk, Carl Elmberg, Martin Westerberg
Located in New York, NY
A rare Scandinavian Modern cast iron "Diana" lantern. Newly restored and wired with single Edison
Iron
Nafveqvarns Bruk "Diana" Lantern by C Elmberg, M Westerberg Swedish Art Deco
By Nafveqvarns Bruk, Carl Elmberg, Martin Westerberg
Located in New York, NY
A rare Scandinavian Modern cast iron "Diana" lantern. Newly restored and wired with single Edison
Iron
Sold
H 22.05 in Dm 9.45 in
Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Architectural Cast Iron Hall Lantern Light
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Unusual and particularly well cast early 20th century hexagonal lantern, Gothic in taste with
Iron
Arts & Crafts Era Gothic Revival Nailed Wrought Iron & Glass Lantern, Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
as one of our specialities, we are always happy to find a pendant, lantern or chandelier that we have
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Antique Art Deco Wrought Iron & Cathedral Glass, Porch or Hallway Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
Great style and top quality artisanship hallway or porch lantern. If you are looking for a unique
Metal, Brass, Wrought Iron
Sold
H 30 in Dm 12 in
English Brass Octagon Decorative Dome and Beveled Glass Hall Lantern, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
English brass octagon hanging hall lantern with a centered scrolled acanthus ring over a decorative
Brass, Iron
Sold
H 35 in Dm 18.9 in
Large Hand Forged Wrought Iron & Cast Iron Moorish Pendant Light / Hall Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
handcrafted out of wrought iron and cast iron. Because of the durability of these materials this remarkable
Iron, Wrought Iron
Vintage ESLA Cast Iron & Mirrored Hanging Street Lanterns
By Benjamin Electrical Company 1
Located in Nottingham, GB
Vintage Reclaimed Twin Wing Street Lights by ESLA Price is per Light Quality heavy cast iron light
Steel, Iron
Japanese Hand Cast Bronze "hearts" Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
attractive and sturdy lantern with hearts cutout of its roof. Found from a Japanese tea garden. Fine
Iron
Pair of Vintage 1960s Chinese Pagoda Lantern Chandeliers
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage Chinese pagoda lanterns or chandeliers. Made of cast iron with patinated antique
Iron
Sold
H 40 in Dm 9.85 in
Gothic Revival Medieval Style, Hand Painted Amber Color Glass Lantern / Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Revival lantern of these materials and with such an amazing presence. The combination of the hexagonal
Brass, Iron
Octagonal Cast Iron Lantern
Located in Woodbury, CT
Rustic and crusty, this heavy octagonal cast iron lantern features a handsome time-worn surface
Iron
French White Cast Iron Lantern Chandelier
Located in Cookeville, TN
This listing features a selection of enormous white cast iron chandeliers originating from France
Iron
Pair of Cast Iron Ball Lanterns
Located in San Francisco, CA
Can fit a votive on the inside and has a ring for hanging
Pair Japanese Iron Lanterns
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare matching pair of cast iron electrified lanterns 11" dia x 14" high(base to top of
Iron
Cast Iron Pendant Light
Located in Hudson, NY
cast iron canopy - rewired - from the Dunn Memorial Bridge in Albany, New York
1920's Hanging Iron light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iron or wrought and cast iron with applied cast brass foliate trim. Single light. Great detail to
Iron, Brass
Cast Iron Hanging Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Extremely early cast iron hanging lantern of the finest workmanship of the era. Has a unique and
Iron
Iron Exterior Lantern Attributed to George Washington Maher
By George Washington Maher
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Bronze exterior lantern with curved pebble glass panels, unique craftsman emblem and fabulous oval
Bronze
Pair of 19th Century English Hexagonal Lanterns
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
and cast iron. Can be sold individually at £2850 each. Priced as a pair.
Iron
Arts & Crafts ‘Monk’ Fxture Attributed to Bradley & Hubbard
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Vancouver, BC
. Predominantly hand made with hammered cast iron body and lantern shades. An unusual design embodied in the
Iron
$713
H 10 in W 10 in D 5 in
J.T. Kalmar Midcentury Brass Wall Light, Sconce, Brass Pins, 1950s, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful Modernist wall sconces made by J. T. Kalmar in the 1950s. The light is made of polished brass and the lampshades are made of acrylic glass. The faceted acrylic glass provid...
Brass
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
Geometric Mid Century Open Bookcase
Located in Westwood, NJ
Finished in Batavia Black with a Sandbar finish interior, this bookcase showcases rhythmic, crescent-shaped oval cut-outs that form an architectural silhouette—an homage to the sculp...
Wood
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
$950 / item
H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Iron
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$7,613 / set
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 16.54 in
Eight Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chairs, Brown Beige Velvet, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Leather, Textile, Wool, Beech
Single Arts & Crafts Brass Lantern Pendant Light with Art Glass
Located in Delray Beach, FL
20th century Arts & Crafts pendant light ,Features beautiful art glass shades , newly wired with new porcelain socket . nice patina. Canopy is not included. One more available on...
Brass
British Opaline Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
British opaline glass flush mount. Metal bulb holder with brass glass holder. White opaline glass Brass ceiling plate / wall plate : diameter 10 cm / 3.94 inches Weight: 0.90 kg / ...
Brass
$3,089 / item
H 29.53 in Dm 29.53 in
Simplicissimus Murano Chandelier 6 arms Blush Pink Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Simplicissimus 360 chandelier, 6 lights, Blush Pink artistic glass by Multiforme This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a research...
Murano Glass, Blown Glass
$4,000 / item
H 18 in W 60 in D 18 in
Sculptural ICO Bench Series 60 in Natural Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The ICO Bench is a sophisticated reinterpretation of Ico Ponti’s modernism, where architectural form meets modern functionality. Defined by its signature angled legs and subtle metal...
Walnut, Oak
Prismatic Dish Sconce
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a nice simple Prismatic sconce. Prismatic glass gives the off a nice warm glow and can feel early and modern at the same time. This example features a 10 in diameter shade. W...
Glass
Wrought Iron Martini Table, Large
Located in London, GB
A wrought iron martini table, hand made in England to a 1940s original design. Shown here finished with a natural bronze patina. Available in bronze or black finishes. Large: 31 c...
Wrought Iron
Venetian Modern Rectangular Mirror with Brass Details
Located in Barcelona, ES
Venetian style rectangular wall mirror with round corners and gilt metal accents, Spain, 1960s This wall mirror has a triple mirror frame with rectangular shape and rounded corners. ...
Brass, Metal
Antique Carrara Marble Bathtub from the Early 19th Century
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Antique handcarved Carrara marble bath in Empire style. This beatiful sculpted white-grey marble bath with rings is made in the early 19th century. Dimensions: L 160 x W 70 x D 5...
Carrara Marble
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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