$2,808Sale Price|41% Off
Serge Roche Attributed Cast Painted Plaster Clam Shell Chandelier, 1950s
By Serge Roche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Serge Roche Attributed Cast Lacquered Plaster Clam Shell Chandelier Of the period, France, circa 1950s, attributed to Serge Roche (1898-1988) Sold individually.
Metal
Suite of Art Deco Clam Shell Frosted Glass Lights
Located in Altrincham, GB
Art Deco Clam Shell Frosted Glass and Chrome Hanging Ceiling Lamp with Chrome Plate Rose and Chain - 10" x 5"d x 9"h Pair of Art Deco Clam Shell Frosted Glass and Chrome Wall Sconce...
Chrome
Serge Roche Style Clam Shell Chandelier II
By Serge Roche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Serge Roche style clam shell chandelier, realistically modeled lacquered composition, gives off a nice soft light.
Composition, Metal
Vintage Murano Glass Ceiling Flush Mount Chandelier 3 Light Scalloped Clam Shell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Murano frosted glass and brass clam scalloped shell seashell ceiling flush mount chandelier 3 light fixture. this is a flush mount, the chain is only for hanging purposes at ...
Brass
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H 15.75 in W 47.25 in D 11.82 in
Antique Art Deco Green Glass Clam Shell and Brass Adjustable Wall Lights
By Jefferson Electric Co.
Located in Nottingham, GB
Stunning green glass Art Deco wall lights Price Per Light Rare green glass clam shell lamp shades mounted to aged cast brass galleries and swan fittings. English made circa ...
Brass
Serge Roche Style Clam Shell Chandelier
By Serge Roche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Serge Roche style clam shell chandelier, realistically modeled lacquered composition, gives off a nice soft light.
Composition, Metal
Art Deco Clam Shell Frosted Glass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Altrincham, GB
Art Deco Clam Shell Frosted Glass and Chrome Hanging Ceiling Lamp with Chrome Plate Rose and Chain - 12"diam x 8"h plus chain (18" with current chain) - all lights and lamps have bee...
Chrome
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H 25.6 in Dm 17.33 in
Art Deco Central Pendant Lamp Whit Four Clam Shells and Framework of Chrome
Located in Verviers, BE
Three clam shells suspended between fronds of seaweed. The shade is cast in opaque glass enhancing the shadow of the shell’s texture, and they are held in naturalistic framework of p...
Chrome
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H 37.4 in Dm 14.2 in
Art Nouveau Central Pendant Lamp Whit Three Clam Shells and Framework of Brass
Located in Verviers, BE
Three clam shells suspended between fronds of seaweed. The shade is cast in pink opaque glass enhancing the shadow of the shell’s texture, and they are held in naturalistic framewor...
Brass
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H 72 in W 22 in D 26 in
Large-Scale, Bespoke, Hollywood-Regency, Silver and Chrome Clam Shell Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This spectacular Hollywood-Regency style clam shell chandelier is a one-of-a-kind, bespoke creation by the Angel & Zevallos Design Studio.
Chrome
Plaster Clam Shell Chandelier by Casella
By Frances Elkins, Casella Lighting
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish cast plaster sea shell-form chandelier dates to the 1970s and was produced for Casella Lighting. The piece is very much in the style of pieces created by Frances Elkins....
Metal
Art Deco Brass Frosted Cut Glass Ceiling Lamps Flush Mounts
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Art deco ceiling lamp. Brass and frosted cut glass. Diameter base 140 mm / 5.51” Weight: 0.70 kg / 1.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by internat...
Brass
Custom Coquillage Plaster Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Custom Coquillage plaster fixture. Please note this fixture can be customized in different sizes. Lead time is 10-12 weeks. Please inquire. We currently have one available. NOTE: ...
Plaster
Art Deco Pink Glass Shell Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930’s French art deco light fixture with pink glass insets. 3 interior lights. Measurements: Height: 15" Diameter: 13.5"
Glass
Early Leaded Sea Shell Chandelier
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is an early leaded chandelier. Instead of the typical stained glass this lamp uses sea shell. It glows on the amber side and the shell also slightly iridescent. The lamp hangs f...
Shell
Plaster Shell Sconce, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Large Plaster shell with a wonderful patina, can be a wall decor or a sconce as there is a provision for wiring.
Plaster
Stylised Shell Plaster Ceiling Light
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
A decorative ceiling light inspired by Jean Michel Franck, featuring a stylized shell-shaped bowl with internal lighting, an adjustable rope cable, and a plaster canopy.
Plaster
Murano Glass Shell Wall Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of modern Murano glass shell form wall sconces. Circa 2000. The sconces have been professionally rewired and ready to hang.
Blown Glass
French Art Deco Frosted Glass Bowl Pendant Chandelier
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco (circa 1925) round pendant form frosted glass bowl form chandeliers with a fluted design and star finial bottom suspended by 3 chains.
Metal
Vintage Italian "Grotto" Chandelier Encrusted with Sea Shells and Coral
Located in Dallas, TX
The Vintage Italian "Grotto" Chandelier is a unique and elegant lighting fixture that adds a touch of coastal charm to any room. Encrusted with sea shells and coral, this chandelier ...
Coral
Wonderful French Art Deco Silver Frosted Glass Three-Light Chandelier Fixture
By Dega
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful silver and frosted Art Deco glass with leaf and fern design with three interior lights. Completely redone from sockets to wires to silver patina. Measures: 14" W x 16" H.
Metal
French Mid-Century Hanging Glass Shell Pendant
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This French art deco-style pendant light feels at once modern and timeless. Three slender chains connect the fixture to the flush-mount canopy. The pendant is made from frosted gla...
Chrome
$4,585
H 21 in Dm 43 in
Striking & Extra Large Art Deco Glass Art & Brass Chandelier, Ten Light Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful and exclusive 1930s lighting ART for the perfect atmosphere by Meissen If you are looking for a remarkable chandelier to grace your living space then this almost antique A...
Brass
Mid Century Cast Plaster Sculptural Giant Clam "Tridacna" C1955"
By Serge Roche
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic and such a realistic example created from plaster. Large giant clam shell to be used in a decorative setting by itself in a minimalistic style or as a cornucopia with fruit...
Plaster
Set of 4 opaque Art Deco Shell Wall lights
Located in Barnstaple, GB
A beautiful set of 4 Art Deco Shell Wall Lights. The clam shell shades are opaque and are in excellent condition. They are held firmly in place via small chrome brackets and sit neat...
Chrome
Stunning Art Deco Opaline Glass Chandelier, 4 arms
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful 4-armed Art Deco chandelier. This piece is made of opaline glass, enriched with chrome accents, creating a playful, diffused light. Illuminates beautifully. A timeles...
Chrome
1940s Art Deco Flush Mount Light Fixture with Frosted Glass, 2 Bulbs
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1-4069 two-light frosted glass deco star. Takes 2 60 watt candelabra based bulbs.
Glass
$2,800 / set
H 17.5 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Smoked Glass Wall Sconces, Italy Contemporary
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano smoked glass wall lights, contemporary Smoked / fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finial and brass accents Art Deco inspired de...
Brass
Pair of Tenfold 3T Wall Sconces by Luft Tanaka, Mirror Polished
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Tenfold 3T Wall Sconce in Mirror Polished FInish by Luft Tanaka Studio Brutalism meets glam. Wall light inspired by brutalist design and Op Art composed of interlocking mirr...
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of Plaster Sunshine Table Lamps
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of table lamps made of plaster, shaped like a sunshine with brass hardware. Topped with custom oval shades. Dimensions with shades: 60x20H95cm
Plaster
$880 / item
H 34 in W 22 in D 19 in
"Madeleine" Bow Back Walnut Chair with performance fabric by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
This modern solid Oak dining chair in a rich walnut finish features a unique bow-shaped back and a contoured upholstered seat. The seat is crafted for comfort and made with a woven ...
Oak
$3,900 / set
H 15 in Dm 10 in
Pair of 'Bloc' Parchment Lamps with Parchment Paper Shades by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Bloc' parchment clad table lamps with matching parchment paper shades by Design Frères.
Wood, Parchment Paper, Hide
$1,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 12 in Dm 32 in
John Dickinson Style White Plaster Shell Form Pendant Light Fixture
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
John Dickinson Style White Plaster Shell Form Pendant Light Fixture.
Plaster
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp Large White Metal, France 1940
Located in Vienna, AT
Large 23" flush mount from enameled aluminum, France circa 1935-1940 Elegant spun aluminum light with 2 bulbs and passive soft lighting. It's in very good original condition, newl...
Aluminum, Metal
$1,900
H 30 in W 40 in D 13 in
Mid-Century Italian Modern White Marble & Brass Floating Console Table or Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning and simple modern console table from Italy circa 1960's. Beautiful pure white marble with curvy brass legs.
Marble, Brass
$5,158 / item
H 47.25 in W 31.5 in D 2.76 in
Murano Green Art Glass and Brass Italian Console / Wall Mirror, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
Splendid bright green Murano glass mirror. A mirror that alone will furnish your home environment. Rich but tasteful, the mirror has a truly particular design, with a very beautiful ...
Brass
$2,100 / item
H 23.25 in W 21.75 in D 26 in
"Voltaire" Wire brushed Deco, Figured Oak Nightstand by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
Step into the allure of 1930s French sophistication with our exquisitely hand-crafted Voltaire nightstand, a homage to the Post-Deco era. Meticulously designed, this nightstand captu...
Oak
A large pendant by Harald Notini
By Harald Notini
Located in Long Island City, NY
A ceiling lamps model “11555” designed by Harald Notini for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Stockholm, 1940s. Shade in ivory glass, braided rattan, brass. Glass shades H 23″, Drop 55″. ...
Blown Glass
$4,260 / item
H 27.5 in Dm 31.5 in
Collectible Round Fiber Pendant Light by Mirei from Costantini, Nebula 80 cm
Located in New York, NY
Nebula 80 cm Collectible Round Fiber Pendant Light by Mirei Monticelli from Costantini Design The Nebula collection is drawn out of the interstellar clouds of dust and gas in space ...
Fabric
$4,600 / item
H 30 in W 110 in D 39 in
"Avenir" Extension Dining Table (Blonde Burl) by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
Classic Parsons proportions, as developed by designer Jean-Michel Frank, lend a beautiful balance and timeless quality to this extension dining table made of natural Mappa burl wood....
Burl
Large Globe Pendants Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Made in Italy Brass fitter and mount, large opaline glass globes with wire cage. 14”dia x 31”h Ref. L1086 $ 3,200 ea* ( Available in Quantity ) *Please note the price is per unit, a...
Brass, Wire
$1,661 / item
H 11.82 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
1 of 6 Stunning Murano Ice Glass Tubes Flushmount by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic big midcentury chandelier by Doria, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Many Murano glass cylinders are suspended from the fixture. Wonderful geometric design. High qua...
Murano Glass
$6,305 / item
H 27.56 in Dm 27.56 in
Murano Round Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Chandeliers and Pendant, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
Out of the ordinary chandelier from Murano glassworks, elegant golden colour, very original design. The Murano furnaces create an indisputable timeless design, simple but elegant at ...
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.