Pair of French Alabaster and Hammered Iron Pendants, circa 1930
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of French ceiling light fixtures, dating to circa 1930, combines the natural elegance of
Alabaster, Iron
Murano glass ceiling pendant by Leucos, Italy circa 1970s
By Leucos Design Lab
Located in Long Island City, NY
Murano glass ceiling pendant by Leucos. Made in Italy in 1970s. Handblown glass. Rewired for US
Metal
$1,073
H 13.78 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
French Art Deco Pendant Light, Molded Amber Glass & Brass, Circa 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Elegant French Art Deco pendant light featuring molded amber glass and brass details, circa 1930s
Brass
$1,564Sale Price|32% Off
H 31.89 in W 19.69 in D 16.93 in
French Lustre Brass & Frozen Glass Ceiling Pendant Chandelier circa 1910
Located in Labrit, Landes
Romantic chandelier or lustre, French Polished and engraved glass and brass. Made circa 1910, this
Brass
German Mid-Century Modern Fat Lava Ceramic Pendant Light, circa 1970s
Located in Barntrup, DE
A sculptural German Fat Lava pendant from the 1970s, combining expressive ceramic glazing with warm
Metal, Brass
Dove-Grey Chandelier Pendant Light Brass Glass circa 1950
Located in Sacile, PN
Dove-grey glass chandelier, dated circa 1950. Double layer: White glass inside and dove-grey glass
Brass
Opaline Pendant Lights by Vilhelm Lauritzen circa 1950s
By Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in Gloucester, GB
Opaline pendant lights by Vilhelm Lauritzen Circa 1950s - Opaline glass with a slight concave
Opaline Glass
Two Copper J.T Kalmar Pendants, circa 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Two Copper J.T Kalmar Pendants, circa 1950s. Polished and stove enameled.
Copper
Scandinavian Modern Pendant Light by Hans Bergström, Metal, Circa 1940
By Hans Bergström
Located in Long Island City, NY
Vintage Scandinavian pendant. Circa 1930/40th. Designed attributed to Hans Bergstrom. Slightly
Metal
$2,962
H 41.74 in Dm 25.99 in
French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Bronze & Glass Empire Style circa 1890
Located in Labrit, Landes
Bronze chandelier with granita glass. Made in France circa 1890, beautifully ornemented in the
Wrought Iron, Iron
Jugendstil Pendant circa 1908 with Original Glass Shade
Located in Wien, AT
Jugendstil pendant circa 1908 with original glass shade Polished and stove enamelled.
Brass
Stilnovo Yellow Glass Pendant Lamp Glass, circa 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Stilnovo yellow glass pendant lamp glass, circa 1950 Beautiful Italian pendant light with a
Brass, Nickel
Circa Pendant Light in Graphite by Pablo Designs
By Pablo Designs, Pablo Studio
Located in San Francisco, CA
illumination. Through its 45° shade tilt and 360° rotation, Circa redefines the ambient lighting category
Aluminum
circa Pendant Light in White by Pablo Designs
By Pablo Studio, Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
balanced illumination. Through its 45° shade tilt and 360° rotation, circa redefines the ambient lighting
Aluminum
Circa Pendant Light in Graphite by Pablo Designs
By Pablo Studio, Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
illumination. Through its 45° shade tilt and 360° rotation, Circa redefines the ambient lighting category
Aluminum
Circa Pendant Light in White by Pablo Designs
By Pablo Designs, Pablo Studio
Located in San Francisco, CA
illumination. Through its 45° shade tilt and 360° rotation, Circa redefines the ambient lighting category
Aluminum
Stilnovo Ceiling Pendant Model 1140, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
fixtures to their full glory again. At Illustris Lighting our main focus is to deliver lighting fixtures to
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
French Art Deco Lustre Alabaster Ceiling Pendant Chandelier, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique alabaster chandelier or lustre, French made in the art nouveau period Good condition Shipping: D 35 / 35 / 10 cm 4 kg.
Alabaster
Esperia Signed Pendant Lamp by Angelo Brotto, circa 1960, Italy
By Angelo Brotto
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare Angelo Brotto 3-lights pendant lamp for Esperia, circa 1960, Italy. Each pendant made of two
Metal, Brass
Brutalist Ceramic Pendant Lamp by Bodil Marie Nielsen, Circa 1950
By Bodil Marie Nielsen
Located in Paris, IDF
Brutalist ceramic lamp in the style of Provence Vallauris Ceramic in the shape of a tree trunk made in France around 1950. Ceramic lamp in the shape of a tree trunk. Measurements: ...
Ceramic
$29,741 / set
H 9.85 in Dm 15.75 in
Pair of Sculptural Pendant Lights By Michel Kiriliuk, France, Circa 1990's
By Michel Kiriliuk
Located in LE PRÉ-SAINT-GERVAIS, FR
Pair of Sculptural Pendant Lights By Michel Kiriliuk France, Circa 1990's Unique pair of sculptural
Brass
Pendant by Carlo Nason in Murano Glass, Italy, circa 1960
By Carlo Nason
Located in Brussels, BE
Pendant by Carlo Nason in Murano glass, Italy, circa 1960.
Murano Glass
Pop Art Yellow Louvered Cylinder Pendant Lamp, Scandinavia, circa 1970
Located in PUTTEN, NL
Pop Art Yellow Louvered Cylinder Pendant Lamp, Scandinavia, circa 1970 Few lamps capture the
Plastic
Rare, Terra Cotta Toned Alabaster Pendant, Sweden, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Carved from a seldom seen type of alabaster, the large, predominately brown and white fixture is earthy and organic in appearance. A series of convex and concave curves adorning the ...
Alabaster
Paavo Tynell pendant lamp, custom order for Taito circa 1950.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
This elegant brass pendant lamp, designed by Paavo Tynell, embodies the refined craftsmanship and
Brass
Mid Century Grape Pendant Light Fixture Circa 1950s
Located in Charleston, SC
A Fifties Flash Back. Yes, these Mid-Century Lucite/Acrylic Swag Lights are back. A great compliment to your retro bar, but suitable for any room you choose. Lovely on a protected ...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Polished Chrome Pendant Light, Italy, Circa 1960
Located in Antwerp, BE
A polished chrome Italian sculptural pendant.
Metal
Six Lights Pendant in Inox and White Lacquer, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Six lights pendant in Inox and white lacquer, circa 1970 A few scratches on the varnish.
Stainless Steel
Leucos Pendant Light by Giusto Toso, circa 1973
By Giusto Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Leucos chandelier in opalescent glass, designed by Giusto Tosa, circa 1973.
Brass
Dr Ing Schneider & Co Opaline Glass Pendant Light Circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Dr Ing Schneider & Co Opaline Glass Pendant Light Circa 1930s - Stepped handblown opaline
Brass
Orion pendant light in aluminum by Max Sauze, France, circa 1970
By Max Sauze
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
d'aluminium courbées. Édition : Max Sauze, circa 1975. Provenance : Collection privée.
Aluminum
Brass Cascading Chandelier, Glass Pendant, circa 1960s by Hillebrand
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A midcentury five -light glass pendant by Hillebrand, Germany, circa 1960s. Made of polished brass
Brass
Hans Agne Jakobsson large pendant model Selectra circa 1965.
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
rather than a traditional single pendant. The finish is matte white underneath and grey light on the top
Brass, Iron
Robert Sonneman Adjustable Chrome Hanging "Tail Pipes" Pendant, Circa 1970
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Modern Robert Sonneman Chrome and Off-White Enameled Wind Chimes Hanging Pendant, Circa 1970
Chrome, Metal
Carlo Nason style Murano glass ceiling pendant, Italy circa 1970s
Located in Long Island City, NY
Murano glass ceiling pendant. Glass, metal. Overall drop is adjustable, can be made longer or
Chrome
Stilnovo ceiling pendants, set of 3 Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo ceiling pendants, set of 3 Designed and made in Italy, 1960s Opaline glass, brass Rewired
Brass
French Art Deco Lustre Glass Ceiling Pendant Chandelier, circa 1925
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art Deco chandelier or lustre, French Frozen glass and chrome 1925 Good condition Shipping: D 35 H 11 3.8 Kg.
Chrome
Chandelier with Pendants and Garlands with 6 Lights, circa 1900
Located in Marseille, FR
Chandelier pendants and garlands with 6 lights, diameter 47 cm for a height of 62 cm. Additional
Bronze
$1,427
H 33.08 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in
French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Wrought Iron & Granita Glass circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
circa 1900, beautifully crafted Decorated with leaves. The upper leaves have been patined with a golden
Wrought Iron
French Counter Weight Chandelier Lustre Glass Ceiling Pendant, circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
Ceiling pendant lamp in glass and opaline early 20th century. French counter weight chandelier
Glass, Opaline Glass
Murano Glass Ceiling Pendant by Leucos, Italy circa 1960s
By Leucos Design Lab
Located in Long Island City, NY
Murano glass ceiling pendant by Leucos. Made in Italy in 1970s. Handblown glass. Rewired for US
Metal
Lamperti Ceiling Pendant, brass and opaline glass, Italy circa 1950s
By Lamperti
Located in Long Island City, NY
Ceiling pendant by Lamperti. Designed and made in Italy in 1950s. Glass, enameled metal, brass
Metal, Brass
$639Sale Price|31% Off
H 11.03 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
French Lustre Colored Glass & Iron Ceiling Pendant Chandelier circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Mid century period chandelier or lustre, French Wrought iron, colored yellow and textured glass Made in the 20th mid century Good condition. This item is suitable to USA or EU and U...
Wrought Iron
$535
H 21.66 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
French Lustre Colored Glass & Iron Ceiling Pendant Chandelier circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Mid century period chandelier or lustre, French Wrought iron, colored blue, green, brown and yellow glass, textured glass Made in the late mid century Good condition. This item is s...
Wrought Iron
$1,142Sale Price|20% Off
H 20.48 in Dm 13.78 in
French Art Deco Lustre Glass Ceiling Pendant Chandelier, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art Deco chandelier or lustre, French Frozen glass and brass 1930 Good condition a chip on the glass, not disturbing (please see last photo). Shipping: D 35 H 11 1.2 Kg.
Fabric, Glass
$632Sale Price|30% Off
H 7.09 in Dm 14.18 in
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Pendant Lamp, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern sunburst brass pendant lamp, circa 1960 Traditionally manufactured in France
Rattan
Atomic Pendant Light By Siemens Model JL20 J3 Circa 1950s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Atomic Pendant Light By Siemens Circa 1950s - Chrome gallery - Stepped opaline glass with acid
Steel, Chrome
French Art Déco Pendant Light Signed Muller Frères Luneville, circa 1920
By Muller Fres Luneville
Located in Beirut, LB
This elegant Art Deco pendant by Muller Frères Luneville exemplifies French lighting design from
Wrought Iron
Florian Schulz Vintage Large Counterbalance Brass Pendant, circa 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Polished brass counterbalance pendant with brass ball counter balance pulley system by Florian
Brass
French Art Deco Style Pink Frosted Glass Pendant Lantern, circa 1930
Located in Antwerp, BE
A decorative French pendant light dating from the early 20th century, circa 1930. The pendant
Brass
$1,296Sale Price|40% Off
H 39 in W 13 in D 13 in
Hollywood Regency Jewel Prisms Filigree Pendant Light, Circa 1950
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage Hollywood Regency Brass Morrocan-inspired 1-light Hanging pendant light fixture with 3
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Acrylic Glass Chandelier Pendant, circa 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage chandelier or pendant features many laminate acrylic glass parts
Plastic, Acrylic
$708Sale Price / item|40% Off
H 39 in Dm 11.81 in
Multiple BAG Turgi Glass Brass Globe Pendant Lamps, circa 1960
By BAG Turgi
Located in Vienna, AT
, 1960. Priced and sold individually Pendant light in refurbished condition, labelled with new
Brass
French Ceiling Lamp Wrought Iron and Glass Pendant Lustre, circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Ceiling pendant, France. Lustre made in wrought iron and glass.The glass is the original but it is
Wrought Iron
Murano ceiling pendant by Vistosi attributed, Italy circa 1960s
By Vistosi
Located in Long Island City, NY
Murano glass ceiling pendant by Vistosi, attributed Two tone Murano glass in grey and white Takes
Metal
$1,750Sale Price|50% Off
H 41.34 in W 27.17 in D 3.15 in
Rare Prototype, Pendant Light in Blue Lacquered Metal, Lumi, circa 1970
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Rare prototype created by Di Bernardo, an italian architect, for Lumi Italia. Pendant lamp
Metal
J.T. Kalmar Frosted Glass Chandelier, Vienna, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Wien, AT
J.T. Kalmar frosted glass chandelier, Vienna, circa 1960s Original condition.
Brass, Metal
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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