Sputnik Chrome Chandelier by Doria , Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Chandelier with six smoked glass globes on a chrome frame.
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Chrome
Sputnik Chrome Chandelier by Doria , Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Chandelier with six smoked glass globes on a chrome frame.
Chrome
$3,894 / item
XL Doria Glass and Chrome Chandelier, Germany 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
XL Mid-century modern chandelier produced by Doria Leuchten in Germany in the 1960s.
Chrome
$2,076Sale Price|20% Off
1960s Murano Glass and Chrome Chandelier by Doria Leuchten Germany
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Schoorl, NL
Metal white frame with in the center a structured glass disc, a chrome ring and twenty two Murano glass tubes surrounding it all.
Chrome
German Designer, Chandelier, Chrome, Fabric, Germany, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome-plated metal and white fabric chandelier likely designed and produced in Germany, c. 1920s.
Chrome
German Designer, Chandelier, Chrome, Rattan, Germany, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome-plated metal and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Germany, c. 1920s.
Chrome
Doria Ribbled Glass and Chrome Pendant, Germany 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
Mid-century modern pendant produced by Doria Leuchten in Germany in the 1960s. The lamp features a chrome frame with 8 Murano glass tubes hanging from it.
Chrome
Stunning Floral Chrome Sputnik Chandelier, Germany, 1960s
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
An exceptional mid-century Sputnik chandelier featuring beautifully shaped floral glass elements set against a polished chrome frame.
Chrome
Large Doria Ice Glass Tubes Chandelier, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic Four-tier midcentury chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1960-1969. Four rings of glass cylinders suspended from a fixture. Wonderful light effect. Sockets: 1...
Chrome
Large Midcentury Galaxy Sputnik Chandelier, Germany, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Praha, CZ
- very nice style of lighting - very representative - rare type
Chrome
Large Midcentury Galaxy Sputnik Chandelier, Germany, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Praha, CZ
- very nice style of lighting - rare type - 9-flames - marked - very representative
Chrome
German Art Deco Alabaster And Chrome Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
This Circa 1940 German Art Deco chrome chandelier comes with alabaster shades in a warm, marbled mix of yellow and beige tones, with veining.
Alabaster, Chrome
Atomic Chrome Chandelier by Kaiser, Germany, 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Atomic chrome chandelier with nine-glass globes was designed by Kaiser Leuchten. The globes are hand blown. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired, and ready...
Chrome
1 of the 5 Doria Ribbled Glass and Chrome Pendant, Germany 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
Mid-century modern pendant produced by Doria Leuchten in Germany in the 1960s. The lamp features a chrome frame with 12 Murano glass tubes hanging from it.
Chrome
Elegant German Mid-Century Doria Textured Glass Chandelier
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Spectacular pendant fixture by Doria Leuchten Germany from the 1970s composed of 27 individually handblown textured glass cylinders with "ice glass" design. A suspended textured glas...
Brass, Chrome
Stunning Large Murano Glass Tubes Flushmount Chrome by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic chrome mid-century Flush mount by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1970-1979 with 5 glass cylinders suspended from the fixture. Heavy quality and in very good condition. ...
Chrome
Impressive Doria Cascading Hourglass Chandelier, Space Age, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
A stunning and large Cascade chandelier / pendant lamp from the 1960s, crafted by Doria, Germany.
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
Stunning Large Murano Glass Tubes Flushmount Chrome by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic chrome mid-century Flush mount by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1970-1979 with 5 glass cylinders suspended from the fixture. Heavy quality and in very good condition. ...
Chrome
Chromed Chandelier by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Wien, AT
Chromed chandelier by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1960s Five hanging parts Original condition.
Chrome
$1,888Sale Price|20% Off
Stunning Murano Glass Tubes Chandelier Flushmount by Doria Leuchten, Germany
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Brussels, BE
Stunning german chandelier by Doria Lunchten- Germany No piece missing. Murano glass and aluminum tubes.
Aluminum, Chrome
Design Chandelier Crystal & Chrome by Kinkeldey, Germany, 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Three-tier chandelier with sculptural faceted crystals and chrome-plated frame made by Kinkeldey, Germany in the 1960s.
Crystal, Chrome
Vintage Doria Pendant Light, Glass Tube Chandelier, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous glass tube pendant light made by Doria Leuchten, Germany. It is in very good condition and requires five European E14 / 110 volt candelabra bulbs, each bulb up to 40 watts. ...
Metal, Chrome
1960 Germany Kinkeldey Large Chromed Crystal Chandelier
By Kinkeldey
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant large five-tier chandelier wit crystals on a chromed brass frame. Manufactured by Kinkeldey, Germany in the 1960s.
Crystal, Metal
Vintage Kinkeldey Crystal Glass and chrome Chandelier. Germany 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Catania, CT
This stunning ceiling chandelier is likely a Kinkeldey production from the 1960s, featuring a geometric structure crafted from chrome metal and high-quality faceted crystal glass pan...
Chrome
Sophisticated Chrome and Glass Chandelier by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Voorburg, NL
This sophisticated chrome chandelier of the 1960s is made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany.
Chrome
1960 Germany Kinkeldey Iced Sticks Chandelier Crystal Rod & Chrome
By Kinkeldey
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant iced sticks chandelier with heavy crystal glass rods of various lengths on a chromed metal frame.
Crystal, Brass, Chrome
Starburst 18" Kinkeldey Chandelier Crystals & Chromed Brass, Germany 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant four-tier starburst chandelier with sculptural faceted crystals on a round chromed brass frame.
Crystal, Chrome, Brass
Mid Century Modern Chrome & Glass Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid Century Modern Chrome & Glass Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany Dimensions Diameter: 13.38 in. (34 cm) Height adjustable: 29.52 - 43.30 in. (75 - 110 cm) One E27 socket. Wor...
Metal
Frosted Murano Chandelier Glass & Chrome by Kaiser, Germany 1960s
By Kaiser Dell, Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant Mid-Century Modern chandelier with large handblown semicircular iced Murano glasses on a chromed frame.
Chrome, Nickel
Chromed Chandelier with Crystals design Kinkeldey Germany 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in KUTNO, PL
A spectacular, three-tier chandelier from the renowned Kinkeldey company, an icon of German lighting design in the second half of the 20th century.
Crystal, Metal, Brass
6 Chandeliers , Art Deco in glass and chrome, German , 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
. • Metal Treatment: * Restoration of chromed or silver-plated bronze pieces to their original state. o Chroming or silver-plating services for bronze objects.
Chrome
1960 Germany Kinkeldey Chandelier Iced Crystal Rods & Chrome
By Kinkeldey
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant chandelier with crystal glass rods like iced sticks of various lengths on a chrome metal frame.
Crystal
1 of 3 Stunning Floral Chrome Sputnik Chandelier, Germany, 1960s
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning floral plexiglass and chrome Sputnik chandeliers, Germany, 1960s. It requires 10 x E14 standard bulbs with 40W max each.
Chrome
Chrome Space Age Chandelier by Hillebrand, 1960s, Germany
By Hillebrand
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A midcentury chandelier made in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its Space Age design and 3 arms. The chrome circular body of the light is made of full aluminium, including the arms...
Metal
Mid-Century Glass and Chrome Cascading Chandelier or Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1980
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful and rare late 20th century cascade chandelier with six ice bubble glass tubes of different length Made from Doria, Germany, beginning of the 1980s.
Aluminum, Chrome
Mid Century Modern Chrome & Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid Century Modern Chrome & Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by Doria, 1960s Germany One E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V. Our lamps are checked, cleaned and are suitable for use in t...
Metal
German Vintage Glass and Chrome Ceiling Light Chandelier Pendant, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
Space Age Sputnik - orbit chandelier with nine glass globes. Germany, 1970s. Measure: Height min. (base) 12 in.
Chrome
Midcentury Chrome Space Age Chandelier or Pendant Hillebrand, Germany, 1970s
By Hillebrand
Located in Praha, CZ
- adjustable height - rare type - very nice style of lighting
Chrome
Large Chrome Space Age Sputnik Chandelier by Cosack, Germany, 1970s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Exclusive and rare Chrome Sputnik pendant lamp designed by Cosack during the 1970s. Sockets: It needs 31 x E14 small bulbs- Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to instal...
Chrome
$18,000Sale Price|25% Off
A Large Chrome Chandelier by OTT International, Germany c.1970's
By Ott International
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant chrome chandelier dates to the 1970s, was made by Ott International and is quite rare for its size and configuration. The look is classic with a pure and minimalist geom...
Chrome
Kinkeldey Chandelier Chrome s and Crystal Glass, Germany, 1970s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning four-tier chandelier by Kinkeldey, Germany, manufactured in circa 1970-1979.
Crystal, Brass
Rare Large Space Age Chrome Chandelier by Cosack Leuchten, 1970s, Germany
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A chrome Sputnik chandelier made in Germany in the 1960s.
Metal, Chrome
1 of 6 Minimalistic Design Geometric Chandeliers in Chrome, Germany, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Large set Minimalistic Design Geometric chandeliers in Chrome, Germany, 1970s. An extensive set mid-Century Modernist chandeliers contain eight lights arranged symmetrically.
Steel, Chrome
Stunning Cascade Chandelier Chrome and Crystal Glass by Kinkeldey Germany, 1970
By Kinkeldey
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous cascade chandelier made by Kinkeldey, Germany, manufactured in circa 1970-1979.
Metal, Chrome
German Mid-Century Modern Polished Chrome and Glass Ball Sputnik Chandelier
By Honsel
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This Mid-Century Modern chandelier was made in the 1960s in Germany. It is made of six unique glass balls mounted on a chrome frame.
Metal, Chrome
Chrome and Clear Glass Twelve Shade Chandelier by Schmahl & Schulz, German
By Schmahl & Schulz
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful German chandelier Designed by Petersen made by Schmahl & Schulz in the 1960s.
Chrome, Metal
Orbit Sputnik Chandelier Glass & Chrome by VEB Lighting Hellerau, Germany 1960s
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant Orbit chandelier with 32 glass flowers on a white lacquered and partially chrome frame.
Brass, Chrome
German Designer, Pendant Light, Chrome, Glass, Germany, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome-plated metal and white opaline glass pendant light likely designed and produced in Germany, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 24.5"Height x 12"Diameter Stem Length (i...
Chrome
Large Chrome Space Age Sputnik Atomium Chandelier by Cosack, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Sputnik chandelier designed in the manner of Cosack during the 1970s. Nice Space Age design. Sockets: It needs 16x E14 small bulbs. Light bulbs are not included. It is ...
Chrome
Large Chrome Space Age Sputnik Atomium Chandelier by Cosack, Germany, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Sputnik chandelier designed by Cosack during the 1970s. Nice Space Age design. Sockets: It needs 18x E14 small bulbs. Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to in...
Chrome
1960 Germany Peill & Putzler Sputnik Water Drop Chandelier Murano Glass & Chrome
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant mid century Modern Sputnik pendant with eight clear bubbled Murano glasses on a chromed frame. Star-shaped glass resembles water drops. Manufactured by Peill & Putzler, Germa...
Brass, Chrome
German Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Chrome, Germany, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A white opaline glass and chrome-plated metal pendant light likely designed and produced in Germany, c. 1920s. Minor dents in metal; wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimen...
Chrome
Big German Chandelier in Opaline, Chromed Bronze, 1920, Style Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Chrome
Monumental German Chandelier in Opaline, Chromed Bronze, 1920, Style Art. Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Chrome
German Sputnik Flush Mount Chandelier White Glass Globes & Chrome by Kaiser 1970
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant atomic structured sputnik flush mount chandelier with twelve white glass-globes on a chrome-plated metal frame.
Metal, Chrome
German 26" Atomic Sputnik Chandelier White Glass Globes & Chrome by Kaiser 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant atomic structured sputnik chandelier with twelve white glass-globes on a chrome-plated metal frame.
Metal, Chrome
German Glass and Chrome Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
German smoked glass and chrome pendant newly rewired for one standard light bulb.
Chrome
Mid-Century Murano Glass Globe Chandelier in Brass and Chrome, Germany, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A striking mid-century chandelier in the style of Sciolari, featuring a refined mixed metal construction in brass and chrome.
Brass, Chrome
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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