Counterweight Silk Pendant Light Attributed to Josef Frank
By J.T. Kalmar, Frank Josef
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare large height adjustable brass counter balance pendant. Design attributed to Josef Frank manufactured in the 1930s and Fitted with three E27 sockets. The lamp is fully restored ...
Brass
Josef Frank Attribution, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
By Josef Frank
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white fabric coated fabric pendant light attributed to Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1960s. Minor staining on fabric; wear consistent with age and use. O...
Brass
Josef Frank Attribution, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Resin, Sweden, 1960s
By Josef Frank
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white resin coated fabric pendant light attributed to Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1960s. Patina brass. Moderate to heavy wear to parchment consistent w...
Brass
Chandelier in Opaline and Iron, 1930, German attributed to Peter Behrens
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Year: 1935. Material: opaline and iron. For your safety and that of your property, all our lighting have new electric cables. We always think of our customers. If you have any questi...
Iron
Art Deco Chandelier in Opaline and Chrome, German Attributed to Peter Behrens
By Peter Behrens
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Style: Art Deco. Year: 1920. Material: opaline and chrome For your safety and that of your property, all our lighting have new electric cables. We always think of our customers. We h...
Chrome
Pendant Light Chandelier, Brass Pleated Cream Fabric Shades, 1950s
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic chandelier made of brass with cream colored pleated fabric shades attributed to J.T.
Brass
Large Table Lamp Brass Walnut Wood White Shade, attr. J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960
By Stilnovo, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Kalmar worked together with the Austrian Werkbund and the most important Austrian architects like Josef Frank, Oskar Wlach, Oswald Haerdtl, Clemens Holzmeister, Ernst Plischke, and O...
Brass
Counterweight Silk Pendant Light Attributed to Josef Frank
By J.T. Kalmar, Frank Josef
Located in Vienna, AT
Large height adjustable brass counter balance pendant. Design attributed to Josef Frank manufactured in the 1930s and Fitted with three E27 sockets. The lamp is fully restored with ...
Brass
Scandinavian Brass Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades by Josef Frank
By Josef Frank
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Spider construction in brass with six arms creamy white cased opaline glass shades. This design dating from the late 1940s or early 1950s is attributed to Josef Frank. It has E27 soc...
Brass
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H 36.23 in Dm 43.71 in
Eric Wärnå Attributed, Sizable 15-Armed Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1960s
By Eric Wärnå
Located in High Point, NC
A sizable 15-Armed Chandelier. Designed and production attributed to Eric Wärnå, for EWÅ Värnamo, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Brass
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H 30.32 in Dm 29.53 in
Chandelier Pendant Light, Attributed to Josef Frank, Patinated Brass Wood, 1930s
By J.T. Kalmar, Haus & Garten, Josef Frank
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A 9-arm chandelier or pendant light attributed to Josef Frank, manufactured in 1930s.
Brass
Josef Frank for Haus & Garten: Ceiling lamp
By Josef Frank
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Extremely rare ceiling lamp from the Viennese Modernist period. Design and execution are attributed to Josef Frank and JT Kalmar (distributed by Haus & Garten). Three arms with E27...
Brass
Austrian Brass Chandelier, circa 1930, Josef Frank for J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare six arm brass chandelier from the 1930s attributed to a design by Josef Frank for J.T.
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Oval Brass Flush Mount, Josef Frank 1940s
By J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare oval 12-arm brass 'spider' chandelier or flush mount attributed to Josef Frank for J.T.
Brass
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H 43.31 in Dm 19.69 in
Two Counterweight Pendant Lights J.T. Kalmar, Adolf Loos Josef Frank, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank, Adolf Loos
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Kalmar manufactured in midcentury in 1950s. The design is attributed to Adolf Loos or Josef Frank. Both as well as Josef Hoffmann used this kind of lamps for their interior design.
Brass
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H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in
Counterweight Pendant Light J.T. Kalmar, Adolf Loos Josef Frank, Brass, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank, Adolf Loos
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Kalmar manufactured in midcentury in 1950s. The design is attributed to Adolf Loos or Josef Frank. Both as well as Josef Hoffmann used this kind of lamps for their interior design.
Brass
Austrian 1930s Brass Chandelier, J.T. Kalmar 'Attributed'
By Josef Frank, J.T. Kalmar, Paolo Buffa
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Austrian 1930s brass chandelier, attributed to J.T. Kalmar. Six brass arms elegantly 'curve out' from a central brass ball and are decorated with cast brass leaf elements. Very ...
Brass
Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s
By Paolo Buffa, J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Austrian 1930s brass chandelier, attributed to J.T. Kalmar. Six brass arms elegantly 'curve out' from a central brass ball and are decorated with cast brass leaf elements. Very ...
Brass
Austrian Brass Chandelier, circa 1940
By Paolo Buffa, J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Austrian 1930-1940ss brass chandelier, attributed to J.T. Kalmar. Six brass arms elegantly 'curve out' from a central brass ball and are decorated with cast brass leaf elements....
Brass
Austrian Brass Chandelier, 1930s, J.T. Kalmar (Attr.)
By J.T. Kalmar, Jean Royère, Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Austrian five-arm brass chandelier from the 1930s–1940s, attributed to J.T.
Brass
Large Austrian Chandelier, 1930s, Brass, Wood and Paper Shades
By J.T. Kalmar, Jean Royère, Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare large Austrian nine-arm chandelier from the 1930s, attributed to J.T. Kalmar, featuring brushed brass hardware with a rare stained hardwood stem. Arranged in two tiers are nine ...
Brass
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H 39.38 in Dm 31.89 in
Pair of Pendant Lights Chandeliers, Brass Pleated Cream Fabric Shades, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Josef Frank, Josef Hoffmann, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic pair of large chandeliers made of solid brass and brass plated metal with cream colored pleated fabric shades attributed to J.T.
Brass
Art Deco Chandelier, 1930s, J.T. Kalmar (Attr.), Brass and Crystals
By J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank, Paavo Tynell
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Art Deco chandelier in brass and crystal from the 1930s, attributed to J.T. Kalmar. Cast brass leaf elements alternating with half-shades and a central 'column' of crystals. Fin...
Crystal, Brass
J.T. Kalmar Exquisite Curved Mid-Century Brass Chandelier, Vienna, 1940s
By Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting, Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
The original frames were preserved, maintaining the lampshades' original measurements and proportions. Attributed to Josef Frank / Svenskt Tenn. As a complimentary service we offer...
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Exquisite Curved Mid-Century Brass Chandelier, Vienna, 1940s
By Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting, Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
This exquisite piece dates back to the 1940s or early 1950s and is attributed to Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn. The chandelier is in excellent condition, with the lampshades professio...
Brass
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H 25.99 in Dm 21.26 in
Böhlmarks Attributed Five Arm Brass Chandelier with Pink Shades, Sweden, 1940s
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare five-arm chandelier was produced in Sweden in the 1950s and is attributed to Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik.
Brass
Large Art Deco Chandelier, Brass Pleated Cream Fabric Shades, 1930s
By Oswald Haerdtl, J.T. Kalmar, Svenskt Tenn, Haus & Garten, Josef Frank
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic chandelier made of brass with cream colored pleated fabric shades attributed to Josef Frank, manufactured in Austria in 1930s.
Brass
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H 13.78 in Dm 23.63 in
Art Deco Chandelier Pendant Light, Brass Pleated Cream Fabric Shades, 1930s
By Josef Frank, Haus & Garten, Oswald Haerdtl, J.T. Kalmar, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic pendant light attributed to Josef Frank, manufactured in Austria in 1930s.
Brass
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H 51.19 in Dm 25.99 in
Art Deco Pendant Light Chandelier, Brass Wood Cream Pleated Fabric Shades, 1930s
By J.T. Kalmar, Oswald Haerdtl, Haus & Garten, Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic five arm pendant lamp made of stained wood and brass with cream colored pleated fabric shades attributed to J.T. Kalmar and Josef Frank, manufactured in Austria in 1930s.
Brass
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H 24.02 in W 12.6 in D 4.73 in
Lyfa, Pendant Light / Chandelier, Brass, Milk Glass, Denmark, 1950s
By Lyfa
Located in High Point, NC
A pendant light / chandelier. Production attributed to Lyfa, Denmark, 1940s-1950s.
Brass
Scandinavian Bent Karlby Brass and Glass Chandelier for Lyfa, 1950s
By Lyfa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
The style of this Spider Chandelier is reminiscent of Paavo Tynell and Josef Frank.
Brass
Brass Chandelier Pendant Light, Pleated Cream Fabric Shades, 1930s
By J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, Svenskt Tenn, Haus & Garten
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
The current overall drop is ca. 31.5 inch (80 cm) but it can be customized to any length for free of charge. The light is attributed to Austrian light maker J.T. Kalmar. In the mid-...
Brass
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H 47.25 in Dm 27.17 in
Art Deco Brass Yellow Vintage Chandelier or Pendant Hugo Gorge Austria, 1930s
By Hugo Gorge
Located in Vienna, AT
Art deco brass vintage chandelier or fixture, which design is attributed to Hugo Gorge 1930s, Vienna, Austria.
Brass
Art Deco Vintage Chandelier Circular Brass Hugo Gorge circa 1930 Vienna
By Hugo Gorge
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage brass chandelier in circular shape attributed to Hugo Gorge, circa 1930 Vienna.
Metal
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H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 47.25 in
Large Adjustable Rotatable Wall Lamp, Brass Pleated Cream Fabric Shade, 1950s
By Josef Hoffmann, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
LED or filament) suitable to local electricity. In the mid-1920s, Josef Frank and Oskar Wlach founded the furnishing company "Haus & Garten" which was sold to Julius Theodor Kalmar ...
Brass
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H 13.78 in W 16.34 in D 7.88 in
Art Deco Vintage Hugo Gorge Brass Orange Pleated Sconces Pair Duo 1930s Vienna
By Hugo Gorge
Located in Vienna, AT
His popular colleagues Adolf Loos and Josef Frank were representatives of the Moderne in Vienna just like him.
Brass
$820Sale Price|20% Off
H 20.87 in Dm 9.45 in
Bauhaus "Luzette" lamp by Peter Behrens for Siemens-Schuckert Werke, 1920s
By Siemens, Peter Behrens
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Bauhaus "Luzette" hanging lamp by Peter Behrens for Siemens-Schuckert Werke Lampe, 1920s This hanging lamp by Peter Behrens from the 1920s is an outstanding example of the elegance ...
Metal
$355
H 22.84 in Dm 8.67 in
Phillips Pendant Stem Lamp with a Globular Opaline Shade, 1930s, Netherlands
By Phillips
Located in Verviers, BE
From the range by the Phillips Company, this center-light on a central chromed stem. The lamp has a fitting on a chromed plate and holds a round globular shade of opaline glass. ...
Chrome
Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Fabric, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric and brass pendant light designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and u...
Brass
Goldkant, Pendant Light, Resin, Brass, Germany, 1960s
By Goldkant Leuchten
Located in High Point, NC
A beige, green resin and brass pendant light produced by Goldkant, Germany, c. 1960s. Moderate staining of parchment from metal frame tarnishing. Patina brass canopy. Parchment an...
Brass
Large Art Déco Pendant Light With Opaline Glass, 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Large Bauhaus spherical lamp made of opal glass with a metal suspension and a very long pendulum rod. The lamp dates from the first half of the 20th century (1920-1940) and is in goo...
Metal, Brass
Josef Frank Silk Pendant Lamp for Svenskt Tenn, Brass & Silk, Sweden
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in Portland, OR
An early example of model 2560 Josef Frank pendant for Svenskt Tenn. Sweden 1940s. Executed in solid nicely patinated brass and with newer silk shade, made in Austria. Original mount...
Brass
Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Brass, Resin, Sweden, 1950s
By Josef Frank
Located in High Point, NC
A beige resin and brass pendant light designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina to brass and some staining to resin. Wear consistent w...
Brass
$3,450
H 12.2 in W 22 in D 22 in
Josef Frank Model 2560 "Carl Larsson" Silk Pendant for Svenskt Tenn, 1940s/50s
By Josef Frank
Located in London, GB
A model 2560 pendant by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden circa 1940s. This is an early example, with its original silk shade. Later productions switched to cotton, so the silk ma...
Brass
$4,264Sale Price|20% Off
H 39.38 in Dm 21.66 in
Counterweight Pendelleuchte „Jo-Jo Zug“ Kalmar, Josef Frank, Messing und Seide
By Josef Frank
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Diese extrem seltene höhenverstellbare Messing-Pendelleuchte Modell 'Jo-Jo Zug' Nr. 2505 von J.T. Kalmar wurde in den 1950er Jahren hergestellt. Die Leuchte basiert auf einem Entwurf...
Brass
Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
By Josef Frank
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric pendant light, model 2560, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (in...
Brass
Goldkant, Pendant Light, Resin, Germany, 1970s
By Goldkant Leuchten
Located in High Point, NC
A green and beige polymer pendant light produced by Goldkant, Germany, c. 1970s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Patina and wear such as b...
Resin
Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Fabric, Brass, Sweden, 1970s
By Josef Frank
Located in High Point, NC
A white fabric and brass pendant light, model 2562, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, c. 1970s. Minor small stains on fabric. Wear consistent with age and use. ...
Brass
Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and floral-printed fabric pendant light, model 2560, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use. Replaced canop...
Brass
$542Sale Price|20% Off
H 15.75 in Dm 12.6 in
Midcentury Pendant Lamp Bologna by Gangkofner for Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1958
By Peill & Putzler, Aloys F. Gangkofner
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Midcentury glass pendant lamp Bologna by Alois Ferdinand Gangkofner for Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1958. This model was made in three sizes, watch picture. We can offer the small a...
Glass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and cream-white fabric pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.0"H x 21.0"D Stem Length (inches): 4.0" Dimensi...
Brass
$5,340 / item
H 31.5 in Dm 11.82 in
Handsewn fabric shade pendant , design by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Handsewn fabric shade, pattern by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, hanging on a fabric-covered wire, brass-parts in the requested finish Height is customisable All electrical componen...
Brass
$7,680
H 28 in Dm 35.7 in
MARVELOUS Bronze Art Deco Chandelier / Pendant with SIX LARGE Alabaster Shades
Located in Lisse, NL
Striking and exclusive 1920s bronze and alabaster light fixture for the perfect atmosphere. If you are looking for a remarkable light fixture to grace your living space then this an...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
$4,650 / set
H 26 in W 5 in D 4 in
Modern Pair of White Murano Glass Sconces with Brass Finials, Italy
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of sconces made with hand-blown Murano glass in a pearlescent white tone. Each sconce has an undulating appearance and is held in place with brass finials. They have been newly ...
Brass
Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Copper, Rattan, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, copper and rattan wall light designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Replaced lampshade. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.5"H x 7.0"W x 26.5"D Back Plate Di...
Brass, Copper
$13,600 / set
H 30.71 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in L 30.71 in
Marco Zanuso "Square" Armchairs for Arflex, 1962, Set of 2
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Marco Zanuso "Square" Armchairs for Arflex, camel velvet, Italy, 1962, set of two. The design of Marco Zanuso's "Square" armchairs, produced for Arflex in 1960s, reflects his commit...
Velvet
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
$3,515 / item
H 12.63 in W 7 in D 5.5 in
Series03 Wall Sconce, "Smoke" Patinated Sculpted Brass, Goatskin Parchment Shade
By Adam Otlewski
Located in Ozone Park, NY
Sculpted solid brass in a "smoke" acid patinated finish, machined and mechanically fastened. Goatskin parchment shade with accordion-folded face and hand stitched edges. Hand-dyed br...
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
$7,200 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$2,121 / item
H 4.15 in W 5.35 in D 7.75 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich...
Metal
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
pairs of Jacques Adnet style Wall Sconces Art Deco France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Miami, FL
Jacques Adnet wall sconces. We have the matching chandelier. PRICED by PAIR. Measurements: Back plate: 5.3/4 inches H, 2.5 inches W. With shade: 13 inches W, 7 inches D projectio...
Metal, Brass
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...
Mohair, Oak
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
$1,345 / 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
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, 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
$2,500 / 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
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.
Designer Eva Menz wants the light to "evoke curiosity and a sense of wonder."
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.