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Modern Chain Link Chandelier
Modern Chain Link Chandelier

Modern Chain Link Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

This contemporary chandelier is a captivating mix of elegance and industrial flair. Suspended from

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21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeli...

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Metal

HALO CHANDELIER - Modern Gold Leaf Chandelier with Brass Chain
HALO CHANDELIER - Modern Gold Leaf Chandelier with Brass Chain

HALO CHANDELIER - Modern Gold Leaf Chandelier with Brass Chain

By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz

Located in Laguna Niguel, CA

HALO PENDANT - Modern Gold Leaf Chandelier with Brass Chain The Halo Chandelier is a stunning

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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold Leaf, Brass

Pair of Murano Glass Mid-Century Modern Chain Link Chandeliers
Pair of Murano Glass Mid-Century Modern Chain Link Chandeliers

Pair of Murano Glass Mid-Century Modern Chain Link Chandeliers

By Barovier, Seguso, Venini, Vistosi, Mazzega

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of Murano glass Mid-Century Modern chain link chandeliers. Stunning rare pair of Italian Mid

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Modern Forever Chandelier, Oak, Aluminium Chain, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Modern Forever Chandelier, Oak, Aluminium Chain, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

Modern Forever Chandelier, Oak, Aluminium Chain, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Modern Forever Chandelier, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel

Custom Plaster Chandelier with Brass Chain
Custom Plaster Chandelier with Brass Chain

Custom Plaster Chandelier with Brass Chain

Located in New York, NY

Custom plaster chandelier with brass chain. Please note that this fixtures takes E-12 candelabra

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century "Chain" Murano Chandelier by Fratelli Toso
Mid-Century "Chain" Murano Chandelier by Fratelli Toso

Mid-Century "Chain" Murano Chandelier by Fratelli Toso

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

different heights for the chandelier. Height (without chain and canopy): 85 cm. Width: 45 cm Lights: 4

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

70s gold brass chain chandelier with glass globes
70s gold brass chain chandelier with glass globes

70s gold brass chain chandelier with glass globes

Located in Leicester, GB

1970s brass and glass chandelier. Long brass chains with tubular brass and glass domes. The central

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Ruby & Amber Globes on Chain Chandelier Light Fixture
Ruby & Amber Globes on Chain Chandelier Light Fixture

Ruby & Amber Globes on Chain Chandelier Light Fixture

By Verner Panton

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Variable sizes ruby and amber chandelier decorative light fixture (no chain 53" height).

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Skyblue Bluetopaz Brilliant Creole Earrings 9 ct modern Chain Design 53 x 9 mm
Skyblue Bluetopaz Brilliant Creole Earrings 9 ct modern Chain Design 53 x 9 mm

Skyblue Bluetopaz Brilliant Creole Earrings 9 ct modern Chain Design 53 x 9 mm

Located in Viena, Viena

Earrings made in our traditional Italian goldsmiths in Valenza, modern chain design, earrings each

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2010s Italian Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

21st Century Eva Crystal Chains Chandelier by Patrizia Garganti
21st Century Eva Crystal Chains Chandelier by Patrizia Garganti

21st Century Eva Crystal Chains Chandelier by Patrizia Garganti

Located in Sesto Fiorentino, IT

A smooth cascade of crystal chains wraps Eva and its metallic structure, over which expert artisan

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Ceramic Bowl Chandelier with Custom Chain by Olivia Cognet
Ceramic Bowl Chandelier with Custom Chain by Olivia Cognet

Ceramic Bowl Chandelier with Custom Chain by Olivia Cognet

By Olivia Cognet

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Olivia Cognet's take on the classical bowl shaped fixture, this chandelier is made of a large and

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2010s French Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

21st Century Stravagante Chrome Chandelier & Nickel Chains by Patrizia Garganti
21st Century Stravagante Chrome Chandelier & Nickel Chains by Patrizia Garganti

21st Century Stravagante Chrome Chandelier & Nickel Chains by Patrizia Garganti

Located in Sesto Fiorentino, IT

chains, or maybe the pending, charming gems. Strong and delicate at the same time.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome, Nickel

Italian Ceiling Ball Chandelier Venini Yellow Brass Chain, Italy, 1950s
Italian Ceiling Ball Chandelier Venini Yellow Brass Chain, Italy, 1950s

Italian Ceiling Ball Chandelier Venini Yellow Brass Chain, Italy, 1950s

By Venini

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Italian ceiling ball chandelier venini yellow brass chain, Italy, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid Century Bamboo Round Chandelier Gold Brass Chain 1950n
Italian Mid Century Bamboo Round Chandelier Gold Brass Chain 1950n

Italian Mid Century Bamboo Round Chandelier Gold Brass Chain 1950n

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Italian Mid Century Bamboo Round Chandelier Gold Brass Chain 1950s Height only Bamboo cm.15

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Contemporary 20" Gold Chandelier with Silver Chain by Tigermoth Lighting
Contemporary 20" Gold Chandelier with Silver Chain by Tigermoth Lighting

Contemporary 20" Gold Chandelier with Silver Chain by Tigermoth Lighting

By TIGERMOTH LIGHTING LTD

Located in Reading, GB

Contemporary chandelier with three shallow tiers of delicate chain strands and handcrafted

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2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel, Gold

Sciolari Style Vintage Chrome and Lucite Chained Chandelier Light Fixture
Sciolari Style Vintage Chrome and Lucite Chained Chandelier Light Fixture

Sciolari Style Vintage Chrome and Lucite Chained Chandelier Light Fixture

By Sciolari Lighting

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A vintage Sciolari style chrome and lucite chandelier light fixture. This awesome modern light

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Huge White Tulip Petals Murano Chandelier Customized to 42 " with chain.
Huge White Tulip Petals Murano Chandelier Customized to 42 " with chain.

Huge White Tulip Petals Murano Chandelier Customized to 42 " with chain.

Located in Rome, IT

without chain using as a ceiling light or flush mount. Diameter 29 inches (75 cm) Chandelier with

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

21st Century Eva Nickel and Crystal Chains Chandelier by Patrizia Garganti
21st Century Eva Nickel and Crystal Chains Chandelier by Patrizia Garganti

21st Century Eva Nickel and Crystal Chains Chandelier by Patrizia Garganti

Located in Sesto Fiorentino, IT

A smooth cascade of crystal chains wraps Eva and its metallic structure, over which expert artisan

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Nickel

21st Century Eva Nickel and Crystal Chains Chandelier by Patrizia Garganti
21st Century Eva Nickel and Crystal Chains Chandelier by Patrizia Garganti

21st Century Eva Nickel and Crystal Chains Chandelier by Patrizia Garganti

Located in Sesto Fiorentino, IT

A smooth cascade of crystal chains wraps Eva and its metallic structure, over which expert artisan

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Nickel

Contemporary 20" Flat Nickel Chandelier with Silver Chain by Tigermoth Lighting
Contemporary 20" Flat Nickel Chandelier with Silver Chain by Tigermoth Lighting

Contemporary 20" Flat Nickel Chandelier with Silver Chain by Tigermoth Lighting

By TIGERMOTH LIGHTING LTD

Located in Reading, GB

Contemporary chandelier with three shallow tiers of delicate chain strands and hand-crafted

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2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel

Large Pendant Light Chandelier with Chains, Black Iron Brass Amber Glass, 1960
Large Pendant Light Chandelier with Chains, Black Iron Brass Amber Glass, 1960

Large Pendant Light Chandelier with Chains, Black Iron Brass Amber Glass, 1960

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A large three-arm pendant chandelier made of blackened iron and metal with amber tone glass lamp

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass, Iron

7 ft. Chain Link Hand Blown Murano Glass Chandelier by Gino Vistosi
7 ft. Chain Link Hand Blown Murano Glass Chandelier by Gino Vistosi

7 ft. Chain Link Hand Blown Murano Glass Chandelier by Gino Vistosi

By Gino Vistosi

Located in New York, NY

7 ft. chain link, hand blown, Murano glass chandelier by Gino Vistosi. Chandelier is modular and

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Square Gold Chain and Diamond Dangling Earrings
Square Gold Chain and Diamond Dangling Earrings

Square Gold Chain and Diamond Dangling Earrings

Located in Berkeley, CA

Beautiful, gorgeous and stunning diamond and gold chain earrings. The square chains have a great

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ceramic link chain pendant light
Ceramic link chain pendant light

Ceramic link chain pendant light

By Asmaa Aman-Tran

Located in Attleboro, MA

modern aesthetics with a nomadic, bohemian or beachside interior vibe. Materials: The chandelier's core

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2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic, Jute

Mid-Century Modern NOS Wood and Smoked Glass Globe Pendant Light Black Chain
Mid-Century Modern NOS Wood and Smoked Glass Globe Pendant Light Black Chain

Mid-Century Modern NOS Wood and Smoked Glass Globe Pendant Light Black Chain

By Hamilton Cosco

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome Mid-Century Modern NOS (new old stock) slightly Brutalist or rustic black, wood, and

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Ceramic link chain pendant light
Ceramic link chain pendant light

Ceramic link chain pendant light

By Asmaa Aman-Tran

Located in Attleboro, MA

The ceramic chandelier is a captivating piece of art that seamlessly blends earthy, organic modern

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2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic, Jute

Chain Pendant Lamp by DUISTT
Chain Pendant Lamp by DUISTT

Chain Pendant Lamp by DUISTT

Located in Geneve, CH

Chain Pendant Lamp by DUISTT Dimensions: D 20 x H 95 cm / D 20 x H 110 cm / D 20 x H 130 cm

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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Bumling Light Chain by Ateljé Lyktan, Åhus, Sweden – 2000s
Bumling Light Chain by Ateljé Lyktan, Åhus, Sweden – 2000s

Bumling Light Chain by Ateljé Lyktan, Åhus, Sweden – 2000s

By Ateljé Lyktan

Located in PUTTEN, NL

little lamps featured on this light chain. It consists of 22 miniature Bumling lights, each with a

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Wire

1970s Glass Pendant Light with Brass Chain , Czechoslovakia
1970s Glass Pendant Light with Brass Chain , Czechoslovakia

1970s Glass Pendant Light with Brass Chain , Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- good original condition with minor signs of use - cleaned and repolished - US wiring compatible - 1 x E26-E27 bulb

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Dense Crystal Teardrop Chrome Pendant 3-Light Fixture, Chain and Canopy
Dense Crystal Teardrop Chrome Pendant 3-Light Fixture, Chain and Canopy

Dense Crystal Teardrop Chrome Pendant 3-Light Fixture, Chain and Canopy

Located in Miami, FL

Dense Crystal Teardrop Chrome Pendant 3-Light Fixture, Chain and Canopy Offered for sale is a very

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Late 20th Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Chrome

Brass Diabolo Shade XL Church Pendant Lamp with Chain Hanger, 1940s, Germany
Brass Diabolo Shade XL Church Pendant Lamp with Chain Hanger, 1940s, Germany

Brass Diabolo Shade XL Church Pendant Lamp with Chain Hanger, 1940s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Brass Diabolo Shade XL Church Pendant Lamp with Chain Hanger, 1940s, Germany Lampshade is in very

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Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

7 Branch Chain Dark Bronze and Glass Pendant Light by Christopher Boots
7 Branch Chain Dark Bronze and Glass Pendant Light by Christopher Boots

7 Branch Chain Dark Bronze and Glass Pendant Light by Christopher Boots

By Christopher Boots

Located in Geneve, CH

7 Branch Chain Amino Acid Pendant Light by Christopher Boots Dimensions: D 67 x W 86 x H 74 cm

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2010s Australian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

21st Century Chain Pendant Set of 3, in Brushed Brass and Dark Bronze, by Duistt
21st Century Chain Pendant Set of 3, in Brushed Brass and Dark Bronze, by Duistt

21st Century Chain Pendant Set of 3, in Brushed Brass and Dark Bronze, by Duistt

By Duistt

Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT

Chain Pendant Set of 3, in Brushed Brass and Dark Bronze, Handcrafted by Duistt The CHAIN pendant

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers ...

Materials

Brass, Bronze

18 Karat Yellow Gold Coral Agate Chandelier Chain Modern Earrings Intini Jewels
18 Karat Yellow Gold Coral Agate Chandelier Chain Modern Earrings Intini Jewels

18 Karat Yellow Gold Coral Agate Chandelier Chain Modern Earrings Intini Jewels

By Intini Jewels

Located in Milano, IT

modern and fearless design, suitable for the stylish and hip youngsters of today's fashion. • 18 karat

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Agate, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chandelier with Eiffel Tower Key Chain Fobs
Chandelier with Eiffel Tower Key Chain Fobs

Chandelier with Eiffel Tower Key Chain Fobs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This stylish and chic artisan chandelier will make a statement with its use of key chains with the

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Late 20th Century American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Murano Glass Bubble Chandelier with Chains, Mid-20th Century
Murano Glass Bubble Chandelier with Chains, Mid-20th Century

Murano Glass Bubble Chandelier with Chains, Mid-20th Century

Located in Retie, BE

Mid-20th Century Murano glass bubble chandelier - flush mount - ceiling light . Raak Amsterdam

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Modern Hour Glass Pendant with Brass Chain

Modern Hour Glass Pendant with Brass Chain

By ADG Lighting

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

Hour glass shape lantern pendant - modern lighting with brass chain. One available, original maker

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

White Plaster Chandelier with Dark Bronze Chain and Canopy

White Plaster Chandelier with Dark Bronze Chain and Canopy

By trans-LUXE

Located in New York, NY

Custom white plaster chandelier Handmade plaster solid firm coated finish Dark bronze chain

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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Brass, Bronze

1970s Italian Red & Transparent Murano Art Glass & Chrome Chains Chandelier
1970s Italian Red & Transparent Murano Art Glass & Chrome Chains Chandelier

1970s Italian Red & Transparent Murano Art Glass & Chrome Chains Chandelier

By Mazzega

Located in Brussels, Ixelles

Italian Mazzega chandelier dating from the 1970s. Bicolored Murano glass petals tainted with red

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Amethyst Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings
Amethyst Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings

Amethyst Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings

By KATHRYN New York

Located in New York, NY

Designed in NYC .925 Sterling Silver 2 x 6 mm Amethyst Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings. No

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2010s Chinese Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Otero Small Chandelier In Aged Copper with Copper Chains by Larose Guyon
Otero Small Chandelier In Aged Copper with Copper Chains by Larose Guyon

Otero Small Chandelier In Aged Copper with Copper Chains by Larose Guyon

By Larose Guyon

Located in Vercheres, Quebec

sculptural light is handcrafted with delicate copper chains to create a unique and elegant curved shape

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Otero Large Chandelier in Aged Copper with Copper Chains by Larose Guyon
Otero Large Chandelier in Aged Copper with Copper Chains by Larose Guyon

Otero Large Chandelier in Aged Copper with Copper Chains by Larose Guyon

By Larose Guyon

Located in Vercheres, Quebec

sculptural light is handcrafted with delicate copper chains to create a unique and elegant curved shape

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Céleste Large Chandelier in Aged Brass with Brass Chains by Larose Guyon
Céleste Large Chandelier in Aged Brass with Brass Chains by Larose Guyon

Céleste Large Chandelier in Aged Brass with Brass Chains by Larose Guyon

By Larose Guyon

Located in Vercheres, Quebec

. This sculptural light is handcrafted with delicate copper chains to create a unique and elegant curved

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Céleste Small Chandelier in Aged Brass with Brass Chains by Larose Guyon
Céleste Small Chandelier in Aged Brass with Brass Chains by Larose Guyon

Céleste Small Chandelier in Aged Brass with Brass Chains by Larose Guyon

By Larose Guyon

Located in Vercheres, Quebec

. This sculptural light is handcrafted with delicate copper chains to create a unique and elegant curved

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

White Topaz Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings
White Topaz Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings

White Topaz Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings

By KATHRYN New York

Located in New York, NY

Designed in NYC .925 Sterling Silver 2 x 6 mm White Topaz Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Sterling Silver

Glass chain link hanging light fixture art deco inspired modern
Glass chain link hanging light fixture art deco inspired modern

Glass chain link hanging light fixture art deco inspired modern

By Global Views

Located in Vancouver, CA

Glass chain link hanging light fixture with four bulb sockets

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Light Blue Topaz Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings
Light Blue Topaz Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings

Light Blue Topaz Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings

By KATHRYN New York

Located in New York, NY

Designed in NYC .925 Sterling Silver 2 x 6 mm Light Blue Topaz Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain

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2010s Chinese Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Sterling Silver

Dark Blue Topaz Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings
Dark Blue Topaz Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings

Dark Blue Topaz Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain Earrings

By KATHRYN New York

Located in New York, NY

Designed in NYC .925 Sterling Silver 2 x 6 mm Dark Blue Topaz Blossom Stone Small Hoop Chain

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Sterling Silver

Hanging Light, Lucky Chain by Higashifushimi
Hanging Light, Lucky Chain by Higashifushimi

Hanging Light, Lucky Chain by Higashifushimi

By Momoko Higashifushimi

Located in New York, NY

Inspired by jewelry links, this oversized ceiling lamp is a dramatic accent and decoration for your home. It's a mixture of complementary metal finishes cascading from light to dark,...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Oak Disc Pendant Globe Chain by Lights of London
Oak Disc Pendant Globe Chain by Lights of London

Oak Disc Pendant Globe Chain by Lights of London

By Lights of London

Located in London, GB

Hand Turned Oak Disc Pendant ø25cm Matte Glass Globe Solid Brass, Satin Finished, Waxed Chain

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Liane Pendant in Aged Copper with Copper Chains by Larose Guyon
Liane Pendant in Aged Copper with Copper Chains by Larose Guyon

Liane Pendant in Aged Copper with Copper Chains by Larose Guyon

By Larose Guyon

Located in Vercheres, Quebec

Liane is handcrafted with delicate copper chains and a simple yet elegant long shape inspired by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

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Modern Chain Chandelier For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal modern chain chandelier for your home. A modern chain chandelier — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. Find 33 options for an antique or vintage modern chain chandelier now, or shop our selection of 18 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer modern chain chandelier, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A modern chain chandelier made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made modern chain chandelier over the years, but those crafted by Larose Guyon, Workstead and Gaetano Sciolari are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Modern Chain Chandelier?

Prices for a modern chain chandelier start at $295 and top out at $75,000 with the average selling for $3,850.

Finding the Right Chandeliers-pendant-lights for You

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.