Large Adjustable Counterbalance Ceiling Lamp by Filvem Voghera
By Filvem-voghera
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
A striking and rare adjustable counterbalance ceiling lamp by Filvem Voghera, crafted in Italy in
Steel
$1,295 / item
H 26 in W 75 in D 10.5 in
Reissued Anvia Matte White "Flying Duke" Counterbalance Ceiling Lamp No. 2001
By Anvia, J. J. M. Hoogervorst
Located in Los Angeles, CA
retro ceiling lamp freely. The lamp is easy to raise, lower and secure with the knurled nuts. The
Aluminum
$1,295
H 26 in W 75 in D 10.5 in
Reissued Anvia "Flying Duke" Counterbalance Ceiling Lamp No. 2001 in Green
By Anvia, J. J. M. Hoogervorst
Located in Los Angeles, CA
you can position the retro ceiling lamp freely. The lamp is easy to raise and lower and secure with
Metal
$3,331 / item
H 42.13 in W 77.17 in D 11.42 in
Italian Counterbalance Brass Ceiling Lamp with Adjustable Diabolo Shade
By Pierre Guariche, Arredoluce, Stilnovo
Located in Bochum, NRW
Ceiling Light in the Stilnovo or Guariche style. Brass rod ending in a spherical weight. Double
Aluminum, Brass
Modern Counterbalance Ceiling Lamp, Italy, circa 1950
Located in Culver City, CA
Modern counterbalance ceiling lamp, Italy, circa 1950 In the style of Stilnovo. Elegant form
Brass
Brass Counterbalance Ceiling Lamp with Frosted Glass, France, circa 1930
Located in Culver City, CA
Brass Counterbalance Ceiling Lamp with Frosted Glass, France, circa 1930. Unique form with two
Brass
Pair of Counterbalance Ceiling Lamps, Model 10202 by Paavo Tynel
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Dallas, TX
Adjustable counterbalance ceiling by Paavo Tynel model 10202 for Taito Oy 1948. Both lamps are in
Brass
Paavo Tynell Counterbalance Pendant
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy Counterbalance Ceiling Lamp. Model 10202. The Height is adjustable and
Brass, Enamel
JJM Hoogervorst Ceiling Lamp White / Black also available
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst, Anvia
Located in London, GB
A sculptural counterbalanced ceiling lamp by one of the most respected Dutch lighting designers of
Metal
JJM Hoogervorst Anvia Fishing Rod Lamp Anvia, Holland, 1960
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst, Anvia
Located in London, GB
A sculptural counterbalanced ceiling lamp by one of the most respected Dutch lighting designers of
Metal
JJM Hoogervorst 1950s yellow ANVIA 'Fishing rod' wall lamp
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst, Anvia
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare wall mounted version of Hoogervorst’s more ubiquitous counterbalanced ceiling
Metal
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H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 14.97 in
JJM Hoogervorst counter balance ceiling lamp Anvia the Netherlands 1957
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst, Anvia
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Iconic counterbalance ceiling lamp designed by J.J.M. Hoogervorst for Anvia, The Netherlands, in
Metal
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H 98.43 in Dm 20.48 in
1930s Arteluce Counterbalance Suspension Pendant Lamp Gino Sarfatti Model 2044
By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Torquay, GB
Italian design Arteluce counterbalance suspension pendant ceiling lamp by Gino Sarfatti for
Brass, Enamel, Steel, Lead
Sold
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 9.85 in
1950s Curved Glass & Brass Counterbalance Suspension Chandelier Esperia Attr.
By Esperia
Located in Torquay, GB
1960s Italian design counterbalance suspension pendant ceiling lamp. Manufactured by Esperia Luce
Brass
Paavo Tynell Counterbalance Ceiling Lamp, Model 1965
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Amarillo, TX
Paavo Tynell counterbalance ceiling lamp, model 1965. Taito Oy, Finland, late 1940s. Solid
Aluminum, Brass
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H 23.63 in W 73.23 in D 13.39 in
Superb Counterbalance Lamp by J.J.M. Hoogervorst for Anvia, 1960s
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Superb and practical counterbalanced ceiling lamp by Dutch lighting designer J.J.M. Hoogervorst for
Chrome
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H 23.63 in W 82.68 in D 13.78 in
J.J.M. Hoogervorst black counter balance ceiling lamp for Anvia, Netherlands
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst, Anvia
Located in Amsterdam, NL
J.J.M. Hoogervorst large black counterbalance ceiling lamp produced by Anvia (NV Algemene
Metal, Brass
Herda 'Balance' Swing-Arm Pendant Lamp, 1980s
By Herda
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very large counterbalanced ceiling mounted swingarm halogen lamp and flagship of Dutch lighting
Anvia Counterbalance Ceiling Lamp by J.J.M. Hoogervorst
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst
Located in JM Haarlem, NL
Anvia Counterbalance Ceiling Lamp by J.J.M. Hoogervorst, Dutch 1950’s. Anvia was founded in the
Metal
1950s Dutch Design Counterbalancing Ceiling Lamp In White
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst
Located in Maastricht, NL
Ceiling lamp by J. Hoogervorst for Anvia. Hood can be faced down or up and it can turn 360 degrees
Metal
J.J.M. Hoogervorst Counterbalance Lamp (2 lamps shown)
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large counterbalance ceiling lamp by J.J.M. Hoogervorst for Anvia. We have one available (two shown
Steel
Paavo Tynell Counterbalance Ceiling Lamp
By Paavo Tynell
Located in 0, Cuauhtemoc
Paavo Tynell adjustable counterbalance ceiling lamp made of perforated brass and etched glass
Brass
Anvia Counterbalance Ceiling Lamp by Hoogervorst Holland
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst, Anvia
Located in JM Haarlem, NL
Anvia Counterbalance Ceiling Lamp by J.J.M. Hoogervorst, Dutch 1950’s. Anvia was founded in the
Metal
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
Brass
Stingray Chandelier Brass by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Stingray chandelier brass by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl. Dimensions: L 152 cm x W 121 cm x H 70 cm Materials: Brass Lampshade & Ceiling cup: 100...
Aluminum, Brass
Solana Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish, French, and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. The walnut back plate (available in natural...
Enamel, Brass
$1,050 / item
H 5.5 in Dm 8 in
KINA Wall Sconce or Flushmount in Blown Glass and Bronze by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, George Nelson, Isamu Noguchi
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Kina - a striking display of naturalism and intricate design. With its delicate lines and curves, this fixture emulates the beauty of a sea urchin, evoking a sense of...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Raul Reyes 'Rey 14' Perforated Patinated Brass Dome Ceiling Lamp
By Paavo Tynell, Florian Schulz, Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Glendale, CA
Raul Reyes 'Rey 14' Perforated Patinated Brass Dome Ceiling Lamp. Hand-fabricated in Los Angeles, these highly refined ceiling lamps are reminiscent of the iconic mid-century Finnis...
Brass
$5,080 / item
H 56.11 in W 25.6 in D 19.1 in
Arcate sideboard, in Canaletto walnut by Accardibuccheri Medulum for Medulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Il settimanale Arcate fa parte di una collezione esclusiva che include comodini e comò, ideata dal rinomato studio milanese Accardi Buccheri per il brand MEDULUM. La scocca, realizza...
Walnut
Handcrafted Farmhouse Fluted Porcelain Pendant With Trumpet Shape
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. On their own they make a statement with their gentle flared bottoms and deep fluting. Hang in multiples for extra oomph. These cas...
Brass
LUdish FWB Flush Mount
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of our Lumfardo Luminaires Contemporary Collection, the LUdish FWB Flush Mount is an elegant flat white hand painted aluminum and brass modern bowl flush mount light fixture. Ma...
Aluminum, Brass
$12,895 / item
H 35.44 in W 66.93 in D 66.93 in
Large Contemporary Italian Chandelier Brass and Glass, 12 Arms
By Angelo Lelii, Stilnovo
Located in Bochum, NRW
Trendy Mid Century Italian Style, this beautiful ceiling fixture impresses by its lines simplicity and clean design. 170x170x35 cm (WxDxH) Made of brass and with mate glass globe sh...
Brass
$3,807 / item
H 26.38 in Dm 55.91 in
Orbitale Brass Chandelier 3 Rotating Balanced Arms, Ivory Black Twin Shades
By Stilnovo, Silvio Piattelli, Arteluce
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Orbitale 3 arms frame using the twin shade. Thanks to a customer who had the articulated sconces and wanted this version with black and ivory shades. It's a beautiful combination of ...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$7,500 / item
H 9.85 in Dm 14.18 in
Stunning Florian Schulz Double DUOS Brass Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Really beautiful Florian Schulz double posa pendant lamp with one E 27 / model a bulb in polished brass. Each lamp and newly wired.
Brass
$6,950 / item
H 47.25 in Dm 21.66 in
Florian Schulz Double Onos 55-Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Really beautiful Florian Schulz double Onos 55-pendant lamp with one E27 / model for each lamp 100 Watt bulbs. Also available in US wired.
Brass
Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in Red for GUBI
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in Red for GUBI Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in a perforated brass metal shade with whi...
Brass, Metal
$565 / item
H 5.52 in W 4.73 in D 6.3 in
Italian Sconces Stilnovo Style, Brass and 12 cm Diam Glass, Mid-Century Design
By Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo
Located in Bochum, NRW
Mid-century design wall lights in the style of Stilnovo. Dimensions: 12 cm width Backplate: 7.5 cm diameter (on request 10 cm available) A stylish combination of brass & opaline gla...
Brass
$1,295 / item
H 13.5 in W 5 in D 5.5 in
Contemporary Handmade Brass & Opal Glass Wall Sconce, Edie by Lightmaker Studio
By Lightmaker Studio
Located in Kingston, Ontario
*Our products are currently duty-free to the US under USMCA* Edie explores the relationship between two similar forms. An exaggerated top column plays against the sconce’s overall s...
Brass
Fumed Oak Round Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool / side table in fumed white oak with round top. The fuming process reacts with the tannins in the wood and results in a color through, rich amber tone. With a clean ...
Oak
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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