A Gold Murano Hanging Lantern by Barovier e Toso
Located in London, GB
matching ceiling rose. Attributed to Barovier e Toso. Height of glass lantern 58.00cm Total height 80.00cm
Murano Glass
$3,315 / item
Roxanne Black Linear Pendant Lamp
By Aiardini
Located in Milan, IT
. Hanging from a metal ceiling rose, the metal and brass structure features a horizontal bar where the
Brass, Metal
Pair of French Brass and Glass Art Deco Pendant Lights
Located in Hastings, GB
Light Width 29cm Light alone inc top loop 20cm Height Chain Length 15.5cm Ceiling Rose is 7cm across
Brass
$1,635 / item
Sound-Absorbing Pendant Lamp Mogg DIVA
By Mogg
Located in Alcamo, IT
2.5-meter electrical and steel cable, with a ceiling rose finished in the same color as the structure
Metal
Early 20th Century Italian Turned and Carved Alabaster Plaffonier
Located in Bagshot, GB
matching bronzed mental and alabaster ceiling rose mounted with a central rod three light fitment, together
Alabaster, Metal
Large Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendant Light
Located in London, GB
, c1960s. No original chain or ceiling roses were retained. But these are easy to source online
Glass
$4,035 / item
AMANDA Black 6-Light Chandelier
By Aiardini
Located in Milan, IT
modern allure, it is mounted on a metal ceiling rose and is suspended on a brass and metal chain with a
Brass
19th Century Brass Lantern in the Louis XVI Manner
Located in London, GB
atop, having garlands of running pearl bands; stylised 's' form supports to the ceiling rose; fitted
Brass, Bronze
Antique 14" Holophane Reflector-Refractor Prismatic Glass Pendant Light, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
. 500mm of chain and ceiling rose included. Worldwide shipping available, get in touch for a quote.
Brass
Vintage Tiffany Stained Glass Lampshade, Floral Design, 1900
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
leaded jewelled glass with a floral pattern, the shade is set in brass mount and ceiling rose The stained
Stained Glass
Antique Edwardian Brass & Cut Crystal Ceiling Light Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
knopped stem terminating in a ring, presented with a matching cast, pierced and gilt brass ceiling rose
Crystal, Brass
$467 / item
Brass Lamp No.1, Walnut Top
By Steven Banken
Located in Eindhoven, NL
length 140cm *longer on request - Black ceiling rose included.
Brass
A 20th Century White and Red Swirl Murano Glass Hanging Light
Located in London, GB
trumpet shade decorated with a swirling red trail to the neck with a matching rim. Original ceiling rose
Murano Glass
Art deco alabaster pendant light
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
ceiling rose. Fitted with 3 bulb holders. We recommend having this light professionally re-wired and
Alabaster
Early 20th Century Rare Pair of Brass and Glass Lanterns
Located in Dublin, IE
ceiling roses and chains with gorgeous panelled glass, reeded and gadroon detail to the main body and are
Brass
Dòry Chandelier by Silvio Mondino Studio
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Milan, IT
essential lines. Its dimmable structure features two brass bars hanging from a brass ceiling rose, and
Brass
Free Shipping PANGEN - Suspension Lamp - White by Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Transparent power cable. Chromed polycarbonate ceiling rose. Bulb not included. LIGHT SOURCE: 3× max 42W E26
Metal
Free Shipping PANGEN - Medium Suspension Lamp - Black by Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Transparent power cable. Chromed polycarbonate ceiling rose. Bulb not included. LIGHT SOURCE: 3× max 42W E26
Metal
Stilnovo Hand Blown Multicolored Murano Glass Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
black metal ceiling rose with brass details. Each tier can be adjusted in length.
Metal, Brass
Antique Vintage French XL Caged Brass Holophane Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
By Holophane
Located in Sale, GB
- An outstanding and extremely rare large caged Holophane pendant with original chain and ceiling
Brass
French Lemon Tole Chandelier, Gold 1970s
Located in Hastings, GB
, 13cm ceiling rose width The light is wired and in full working order, but as with all our lighting we
Metal
Venini Vintage Pendant with Murano Tessuto Glass Globe and Brass, 1970s
By Venini
Located in Morazzone, Varese
brass ceiling rose. New electric cable and steel wire. Overall in very good condition, works perfectly.
Brass
$3,315 / item
Roxanne Gold Linear Pendant Lamp
By Aiardini
Located in Milan, IT
metal, including the metal ceiling rose, and comprises a horizontal bar holding eight lights. It boasts
Brass, Metal
An English Bronze Antique Lantern
Located in London, GB
decorative chain and acanthus leat bronze ceiling rose Sizes give do not include length of chain
Bronze
Suspension lamp Ingo Maurer Floatation – Version 2 - 100 cm (39.37 in)
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Alcamo, IT
made of Japanese paper and metal. The red iron ring allows height adjustment, and the ceiling rose is
Metal
Suspension lamp Ingo Maurer Floatation – Version 1 - 120 cm (47.24 in)
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Alcamo, IT
Japanese paper and metal. The red iron ring allows height adjustment, and the ceiling rose is finished in
Metal
Suspension lamp Ingo Maurer Floatation – Version 2 - 100 cm (39.37 in)
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Alcamo, IT
made of Japanese paper and metal. The red iron ring allows height adjustment, and the ceiling rose is
Metal
Suspension lamp Ingo Maurer Floatation – Version 3 - 75 cm (29.53 in)
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Alcamo, IT
made of Japanese paper and metal. The red iron ring allows height adjustment, and the ceiling rose is
Metal
Mid 20th Century Lovely Simple Design Brass Lantern
Located in Dublin, IE
glass is of an elegantly simple design and features a lovely ceiling rose with chain raised over the
Brass
Midcentury Pendant Lamp in Glass with Marble Effect and Curly Cable, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Morazzone, Varese
beautiful to see in person. The drop height to ceiling including ceiling rose is 90 cm (35,4in).
Glass, Art Glass
Extraordinary Murano Glass Chandelier adorned with Pink Flowers
Located in Roma, IT
glass ceiling rose is attached to the chandelier’s body. The chandelier measures 95 centimeters in
Murano Glass
$6,265 / item
Camilla 12-Light Chandelier
By Aiardini
Located in Milan, IT
Boasting a charming Silhouette, this chandelier features a metal ceiling rose with a chain from
Brass, Metal
$2,836Sale Price|37% Off
Large 1950s Austrian Chandelier with Eight Shades on Brass and Cream Frame
Located in London, GB
leads to a brass ceiling rose. Dimensions of the shades, H 16 cm, D 11 cm.
Brass
Foscarini Chouchin 3 LED Suspension Lamp in Grey by Lonna Vautrin
By Ionna Vautrin, Foscarini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
suspension cable and transparent electrical cable. Ceiling rose with galvanized metal bracket and glossy
Blown Glass
Foscarini Lightweight Suspension Lamp in Anodized by Tom Dixon
By Foscarini, Tom Dixon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
epoxy powder coated ceiling rose. Stainless steel suspension cable and transparent electrical cables
Fiberglass
Foscarini Chouchin Reverse 2 LED Pendant in White & Green by Lonna Vautrin
By Ionna Vautrin, Foscarini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
suspension cable and transparent electrical cable. Ceiling rose with galvanized metal bracket and glossy
Blown Glass
$714Sale Price|40% Off
Italian Chrome 3-Light Cascade Chandelier C1970
Located in Trensacq, FR
in chrome, suspended from a central three-armed ceiling rose. The drop(s) on this striking light
Chrome
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Walnut, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
any electrical item meets UL-Listing standards at our facility. Hairline cracks to ceiling rose.
Brass
$2,735 / item
Metropolitan 9-Light Chandelier
By Aiardini
Located in Milan, IT
sophisticated personality. It comprises a metal ceiling rose, and a brass and metal structure with a polished
Brass, Metal
Hans Kogl Gilt Faux Bamboo Chandlier with Glass Globes
By Hans Kögl
Located in Hastings, GB
40cm Height, 59cm width inc globes Chain length 28cm, Ceiling Rose 12cm, Glass Globes 12cm Fully
Iron
Antique Vintage Art Deco Church Opaline Milk White Glass Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
with original chain and ceiling rose. - Rewired with dark brown braided flex and PAT tested, ready to
Glass
Antique English Swan Neck Mercury Glass Pendant Light / Chandelier
Located in London, GB
Tested. Approx 40 cm of chain was attached to the light. No ceiling rose was provided, we can source at
Brass
$467 / item
Brass Lamp No.1 - Oak Top
By Steven Banken
Located in Eindhoven, NL
6Watt 230V Cable length 140cm *longer on request Black ceiling rose.
Brass
$383 / item
Copper Lamp No.2 - Dutch Design pendant lamp
Located in Eindhoven, NL
length 140cm *longer on request - black ceiling rose included.
Copper
Two Antique English Pendant Lights
By Faraday & Son
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Faraday Ltd. Total height to top ceiling rose: 108 cm approx. (42.51 in) Height to lower ceiling rose
Brass, Nickel, Metal
Antique Edwardian Pair Brass & Cut Crystal Ceiling Lights Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
brass ceiling rose and a suspension chain. There is no mistaking the superb quality which is certain
Crystal, Brass
1960s Montgolfier Tole Toleware Chandelier (Two Available)
Located in London, GB
fitted with new bulb holders and PAT tested. Balloon Height 54cm Height with ceiling rose and chain is
Tôle
Carlo Nason for Mazzega Chandelier Italy 1968
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Seattle, WA
. This chandelier consists of a solid nickel lamp base with 36 hooks and a matching ceiling rose
Glass
$425Sale Price|49% Off
Art Deco Peach Pink Clichy Glass Machine Age Pendant Light C1930
Located in Trensacq, FR
matching ceiling rose if required. Dimensions: Height: 30 cm/11.81 in. Diameter: 20 cm/7.87 in. Drop: As
Chrome
Single Mid-Century 'Ice' Glass Pendant Light
Located in London, GB
A pair of unusual 'ice drip' glass pendant lights. France, c1970s. No chain or ceiling rose was
Brass
Recuerdo Suspension Lamp by Mariana Pellegrino Soto for Oluce
By Oluce, Mariana Pellegrino Soto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
: L0484/SR TR: Recuerdo without ceiling rose transparent: $1,280
Aluminum
$3,085 / item
Togo 12-Light Chandelier
By Aiardini
Located in Milan, IT
lights and reflections even when not lit. It comprises a metal ceiling rose, and a brass and metal
Brass
$4,460 / item
Sharon 8-Light Chandelier
By Aiardini
Located in Milan, IT
holders individually resting on shell-shaped elements. Hanging from a metal ceiling rose, this piece is
Metal, Brass
$4,635 / item
Metropolitan 18-Light Chandelier
By Aiardini
Located in Milan, IT
art. Mounted on a metal ceiling rose, the piece features a structure in brass and metal with a satin
Metal, Brass
Suspension lamp Opinion Ciatti Papavero Raggiante S - EU voltage
By Opinion Ciatti
Located in Alcamo, IT
steel petals, enhanced by a red fabric-covered electrical cable and a black nickel ceiling rose. The
Steel
Suspension lamp Opinion Ciatti Papavero Raggiante L - EU voltage
By Opinion Ciatti
Located in Alcamo, IT
petals, enhanced by a red fabric-covered electrical cable and a black nickel ceiling rose. The reflective
Steel
Art deco alabaster hanging dish light
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
leading up to a bronzed ceiling rose. Light is provided by a single bulb holder running from the rose
Alabaster
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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