Elegant 1960s Mid-Century Domus Teak & Linen Counterweight Pendant Lamp
By Domus
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
Elegant and large vintage teak pendant Light with counterweight from Domus. The height-adjustable
Linen, Wood
Early, Rare & Elegant Counterweight Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz Germany 1960s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and early counterweight pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed and manufactured by
Brass
Rare Elegant Mid Century Modern Counterweight Brass Pendant Lamp Germany 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
Rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern brass counterweight pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed
Brass
Elegant Counterweight Brass Pendant Lamp 'Onos 55' by Florian Schulz 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant Mid-Century Modern brass counterweight pendant lamp or hanging light. Model "Onos 55
Brass
Rare Early Double Solid Brass Counterweight Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz 1960s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and early solid brass double counterweight pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed
Brass
Rare Early Brass Counterweight Pendant Lamp 'Onos 55' by Florian Schulz 1960s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare early brass counterweight pendant lamp or hanging light. Model Onos 55. Designed and
Brass
Florian Schulz Vintage Modernist Brass Counterbalanced Adjustable Pendant Light
By Florian Schulz
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
counterweight hanging pendant light or lamp model 'Keos' designed and manufactured by Florian Schulz circa early
Metal, Brass
Florian Schulz Vintage Modernist Brass Counterbalanced Adjustable Pendant Light
By Florian Schulz
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
counterweight hanging pendant light or lamp model 'Keos' designed by Florian Schulz circa early 1970s. Featuring
Metal, Brass
Florian Schulz Vintage 'Onos 55' Brass Counterbalanced Adjustable Pendant Light
By Florian Schulz
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
counterweight hanging pendant light or lamp model 'ONOS 55' designed by Florian Schulz circa early 1970s
Metal, Brass
Florian Schulz Early Brass Counterbalance Pendant Lamp, 1960
By Florian Schulz
Located in Vienna, AT
heavy counterweight to easily adjust the light in height. Excellent condition, newly rewired, it holds
Brass
Adjustable Nickel Counterbalance Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Vienna, AT
heavy counterweight to easily adjust the light in height. Excellent restored condition, it holds three
Metal, Nickel
Maison Monix, Diabolo wall lamp with pendulum, France 1960
By Edition Monix
Located in Catonvielle, FR
double arm system, combined with two ball joints and a counterweight, this light can adopt a wide variety
Metal, Brass
Sold|$18,950
Gaetano Scolari Ceiling Lamp A5011 for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, dynamic and modern pendant by Sciolari for Stilnovo. Adjustable in height due the counterweight. The light
Metal, Brass
Gaetano Sciolari for Stilnovo Ceiling Lamp 'A5011'
By Stilnovo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
dynamic and modern pendant by Sciolari for Stilnovo. Adjustable in height due the counterweight. The light
Metal, Brass
Florian Schulz Double Counter Balance Brass Pendants
By Florian Schulz
Located in Vienna, AT
heavy counterweights to easily adjust the light in height. Each light is adjustable in height without
Brass
Florian Schulz Double Counter Balance Brass Pendants
By Florian Schulz
Located in Vienna, AT
counterweight to easily adjust the light in height. Each light is adjustable in height without affecting the
Brass
Florian Schulz Double Counter Balance Brass Pendants
By Florian Schulz
Located in Vienna, AT
by Florian Schulz, Germany with a polished brass finish and heavy counterweights to easily adjust the
Brass
Sold|$3,795
1950s Swinging Floor Lamp by Maison Lunel
By Maison Lunel
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
is set a flared black lacquered metal rod bearing a brass sconce with a counterweight end. The
1950s Gerald Thurston Triennale Floor Lamp for Lightolier, USA
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
in. long without the shade and has a heavy enameled steel counterweight at the end. Light beige
Brass, Metal
Ingo Maurer Ilo Ilu Halogen Lamp Out of Production
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
counterweight system gives cool light when lit. This lamp is out of production since 2002 and very rare because
Metal, Wire
Sold|$2,600
Replica Nickel Telescoping Wall Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
adjustable hanging Edison bulb. Bulb is held in place by a polished nickel counterweight. Light is 39"L
Rare G1 Wall Lamp By Pierre Guariche, Original Model of 1952, France
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Le Grand-Saconnex, CH
shades, brass arm and counterweight. Light source on each lampshade, adjustable in all directions thanks
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Stilnovo Pendant Light with Counterweight
Located in New Orleans, LA
Handsome height adjustable two-light pendant of exceptional quality; gilt brass mounts and
Brass, Metal
Polished brass swirl ten-light counterweight chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Handsome swirl motif brass counterweight chandelier
Brass
Iron and brass mobile wall light with counterweight
Located in Brussels, BE
Iron and brass adjustable wall light with counterweight. Eights light socket, original
Iron, Brass
Counterweight Ceiling Light in Brass and Painted Metal Shade
By Jean Boris Lacroix
Located in London, GB
Counterweight ceiling light in brass and painted metal shade, original patina to the brass
Brass, Metal
Three Armed Golden Italian Pendant Light with Brass Counterweight
Located in Berlin, Germany
Large three-light suspension with brass counterweights. Brass structure with long swivel and
Brass
Sold|$9,500
Italian Counterweight Chandelier
Located in Southampton, NY
A 1950's inspired limited edition counterweight, cantilever brass light fixture with white enamel
Metal
Sold|$7,500
Italian Counterweight Chandelier
By Disegno
Located in Southampton, NY
A 1950's inspired limited edition counterweight, cantilever light fixture with red, yellow and blue
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Wall Light with coconut counterweights by Rupprecht Skrip
Located in Berlin, Germany
and allow multiple ways of light positioning thanks to two ball-joints and an interesting mechanism
Teak
Replica Nickel Telescoping Wall Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
place by round polished nickel counterweights. Pale grey twist cord. Light is 39" L when fully extended
Sold|$400
Early Electric task Lamp
Located in Hudson, NY
Solid brass task light with counterweight. Can be used as a sconce or table lamp.
Sold|$25,500
Brass, copper and green milk glass chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Brass and copper thirteen light counterweight chandelier with green milk glass shade. The copper
Brass, Copper
Sold|$8,800
Crystal and Iron California Craft Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
crystal counterweight that balances the light. The three arms are attached to the center stem. Artist
Crystal, Iron
Amazing Italian Adjustable Three-Arm 'Triennale' Brass Lamp in Stilnovo Style
By Arredoluce, Stilnovo
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
the counterweight rods, perfect for creating light effects, each lampshade for two bulbs, up to 60W
Metal, Brass
Amazing Italian Adjustable Three-Arm 'Triennale' Brass Lamp Stilnovo Style
By Arredoluce, Stilnovo
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
the counterweight rods, perfect for creating light effects, each lampshade for two bulbs, up to 60W
Metal, Brass
Amazing Italian Adjustable Three-Arm 'Triennale' Brass Lamp in Stilnovo Style
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
the counterweight rods, perfect for creating light effects, each lampshade for two bulbs, up to 60W
Metal, Brass
Amazing Italian Adjustable Three-Arm 'Triennale' Brass Lamp in Stilnovo Style
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
the counterweight rods, perfect for creating light effects, each lampshade for two bulbs, up to 60W
Metal, Brass
Italian Modern Adjustable Three-Arm 'Triennale' Brass Lamp in Stilnovo Style
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
the counterweight rods, perfect for creating light effects, each lampshade for two bulbs, up to 60W
Metal, Brass
Italian Modern Adjustable Three-Arm 'Triennale' Brass Lamp in Stilnovo Style
By Arredoluce, Stilnovo
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
the counterweight rods, perfect for creating light effects, each lampshade for two bulbs, up to 60W
Metal, Brass
Italian Modern Adjustable Three-Arm 'Triennale' Brass Lamp in Stilnovo Style
By Arredoluce, Stilnovo
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
the counterweight rods, perfect for creating light effects, each lampshade for two bulbs, up to 60W
Metal, Brass
Italian Modern Adjustable Three-Arm 'Triennale' Brass Lamp in Stilnovo Style
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
the counterweight rods, perfect for creating light effects, each lampshade for two bulbs, up to 60W
Metal, Brass
Long & Adjustable Italian Modern Ceiling Lamp, Stilnovo Style Chandelier Pendant
By Arredoluce, Stilnovo
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
counterweight rod, perfect for creating light effects, each of the four lampshades is for one bulb, up to 60W
Metal, Brass
Long & Adjustable Italian Modern Ceiling Lamp, Stilnovo Style Chandelier Pendant
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
counterweight rod, perfect for creating light effects, each of the four lampshades is for one bulb, up to 60W
Metal, Brass
Long & Adjustable Italian Modern Ceiling Lamp, Stilnovo Style Chandelier Pendant
By Arredoluce, Stilnovo
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
counterweight rod, perfect for creating light effects, each of the four lampshades is for one bulb, up to 60W
Metal, 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.
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