French Neoclassical Style White Glass and Bronze Pendant Light, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
This adorable white milk glass (the inner side of the glass is glossy, outside - matted) lampshade - the bowl is held by a bronze rim and is suspended by three ropes (wires) and a ri...
Bronze
$6,464
H 36 in Dm 19 in
Rare Art Deco / Early Modernist Copper and Chrome Six-Light Chandelier, c1920-30
Located in Lisse, NL
The shaped ball finial at the bottom, together with the smaller spherical details on the arms and stem, adds to the charm, rhythm and visual balance of this rare ceiling light. The ...
Metal, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Chrome
Hand Blown Diamond Cut Crystal Bell Jar Lantern
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Hand Blown Diamond Cut Crystal Bell Jar Lantern A Beautiful Candle Powered Bel Jar Candle Powered hanging Light with ceiling Canopy and Fixings This beautiful hand made piece has a...
Crystal
Copper and Pink Glass Bauhaus Chandelier, 1920s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
It comes with its original chain and ceiling canopy. Ideal light fixture for in a hallway. 1920s - France Measures: Height 58cm/22.83" Diameter 28cm/11.02".
Copper
French Carved Veined Alabaster Ceiling Light with Matching Canopy, circa 1930
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Art Deco alabaster light fixture from the 1930s comprising a veined alabaster campaniform bowl carved with a beaded molding, suspended by braided electrified silk cords and ...
Alabaster
Sold
H 23 in Dm 15.8 in
Pure Art Deco Alabaster Ceiling Light / Pendant with Matt Black Chain & Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Mind you, this striking pendant too is rewired to the highest standard for safe and immediate usage in the USA as well and thanks to the metal hook inside the height-adjustable canop...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Sold
H 27.5 in Dm 11.8 in
Antique Alabaster Pendant Ceiling Light w. Original Rope and Hand Knotted Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare size alabaster pendant for an entrance, bedroom or any corner that can do with a style upgrade. This relatively small size pendant is completely original and the alabaster shad...
Alabaster, Bronze
French Crystal Beaded Ceiling Fixture Brass Mounts, 1900-1910, Flushmount
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
This ceiling light can be used with canopy or can be mounted direct to the ceiling.
Crystal, Brass
French Crystal Beaded Ceiling Fixture Gilt Bronze Mounts, 1900-1910, Flushmount
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
This ceiling light can be used with canopy or can be mounted direct to the ceiling.
Crystal, Bronze
Large Dark Veined White Alabaster Pendant Light, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
The beautifully veined white alabaster bowl is suspended by chains and a matching alabaster ceiling canopy. The light shining through the stone with dark veins is atmospheric, emanat...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Art Deco Layered White and Black Alabaster Pendant Light, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Masterfully carved in layered form, this beautifully veined alabaster bowl is suspended by three ropes (wires) with a matching alabaster ceiling canopy. The light shining through the...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Large Black Veined White Alabaster and Brass Pendant Light Fixture, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautifully veined and masterfully carved white and light grey alabaster bowl suspended by brass chains with brass fasteners and a matching alabaster ceiling canopy.
Alabaster, Brass
Art Deco Black Veined White Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautifully veined and masterfully carved ufo-shaped white alabaster bowl suspended by three chains with brass fasteners and a matching alabaster ceiling canopy. The light shining th...
Alabaster, Brass
Large Art Deco Diamond-Shaped White Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautifully veined and masterfully carved white alabaster bowl with conical tapered tip suspended by metal chains, brass fasteners, and a matching alabaster ceiling canopy. The light...
Alabaster, Brass, Metal
Art Deco White Alabaster Pendant Light with Dark Veins, ca 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
It features a beautifully shaped white alabaster bowl with darker tones and impressive, dimensional dark veins. The pendant light is suspended by three chains, and a matching alabas...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Art Nouveau Black Veined White Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
In a masterfully carved form, this beautifully veined alabaster bowl is suspended by three ropes (wires) with a matching alabaster ceiling canopy. The light shining through the white...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Art Deco White and Grey Alabaster Pendant Light Black Veined, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
An impressive and wonderfully shaped alabaster pendant ceiling light fixture from circa the 1920s. Beautifully veined and masterfully carved white and light grey alabaster bowl suspe...
Alabaster, Brass
Art Deco White and Black Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light, ca 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Superbly veined and masterfully carved white alabaster bowl suspended by three ropes (wires) and an adorable bronze ceiling rose / canopy. The light shining through the white stone ...
Alabaster, Metal, Bronze
Large French Art Nouveau Alabaster Pendant Light with Dark Veins, ca 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Three decorative bronze chains suspend the pendant light, and a matching alabaster ceiling rose/canopy.
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
French Art Deco White Alabaster with Dark Veins Pendant Light, ca 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Antique French Art Deco black and dark grey veined white alabaster pendant light fixture. It is an elegant piece from around 1920 and features a beautifully veined and shaped white a...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
French Art Deco White Alabaster with Dark Veins Pendant Light, ca 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Antique French Art Deco black and dark grey veined white alabaster pendant light fixture. It is an elegant piece from around 1920 and features a beautifully veined and shaped white a...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Sold
H 22.45 in Dm 17.72 in
Art Deco White and Black Veined Alabaster and Brass Pendant Light, ca 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautifully veined and masterfully carved white alabaster bowl suspended by three brass chains and an adorable matching alabaster ceiling canopy. The light shining through the white ...
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
H 24.41 in Dm 23.43 in
Extra Large Black Veined White Alabaster and Brass Pendant Chandelier, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautifully veined and masterfully carved white alabaster bowl suspended by brass chains with brass fasteners and a matching alabaster ceiling canopy. The light shining through the w...
Alabaster, Brass, Metal
Early Electric Mirrored Fixture
Located in Hudson, NY
Hanging fixture with tin shade, The interior consisting of radiating mirrored panels. complete with five light brass and porcelain light cluster. Original ceiling canopy with simple...
Porcelain
Large Bell Jar Lantern with "Star" Etching
Located in Heath, MA
It casts a warm and beautiful light. Ceiling canopy and chain, with matching antique brass patina, are provided.
Brass
Set of Italian Etched Glass Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Set of four circa 1940's Italian etched glass bell jar lanterns with foliage motif. Sold individually. Measurements: Diameter: 12" Present drop: 29" (adjustable)
Blown Glass
$1,292
H 35 in Dm 16 in
Great Shape, Size and Color, 1920s Art Deco Glass Pendant Light / Ceiling Lamp
Located in Lisse, NL
Art Deco glass pendant with striking marble patterns. If you are looking for a stylish and beautifully shaped pendant to grace your entrance, landing, kitchen area or perhaps a bedr...
Brass
$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
$2,052 / item
H 40 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"Vigne Fleurie" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
Located in New York, NY
"Vigne Fleurie" is an exquisite limited edition fine art print that offers a modernist interpretation of a flowering vine set against a lush green colorfield. Each print is a view of...
Paper
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
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
$1,351 / item
H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
Glass
1930's French Gilt Bronze Light Fixtures with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930 French gilt bronze light fixture with 2 interior lights, and Opaline glass inset from a Paris Hotel (available also in silver finish)
Bronze
1900 Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
1900 Caldwell leaded glass hanging light fixture with interior lights. great condition.
Bronze
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron by Ferro Art
By Ferro Art
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching gold leaf gilt iron leafed sunburst flush mount. Manufactured by Ferro-Art. Spain, 1950s-1960s. This ceiling flushmount features an iron structure with a central round p...
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
English Georgian Style Bell Jar Hanging Hall Lantern
Located in Sheffield, MA
Vintage English Georgian style clear glass hanging pendant lantern suspended by chains from a glass cover and brass ring. Two light interior cluster lights. Bell Jar hanging chandeli...
Brass
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
$3,990 / item
H 34 in W 31 in D 40 in
Custom Made to Order Belgian Linen Slip Cover Club Chair with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This White Linen Slip-Covered Lounge Chair fits as the perfect accent to any room. It's the perfect chair to have adjacent to a sofa, and can make every pillow look delightful in the...
Cotton, Linen, Wood, Down
$2,468 / set
H 9.85 in W 5.91 in D 8.86 in
Pair of Modern Solid Brass Sconces in the Style of Hans Agne Jakobsson, EL135
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Modern Italian wall lights in the taste of Hans Agne Jakobsson's work. Structure and cup in solid brass and frosted glass disc. Excellent condition (modern creation), quantity on req...
Brass
Bell Jar Lantern w/ Brass Details
Located in San Francisco, CA
A lovely lantern made with an antique blown glass bell jar and smoke bell. The brass details- decorative etched rim, chain, stem, finial, and candle covers make a refined and cohesiv...
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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