Crystal Chandelier From Kinkeldey, Germany, 1970
By Kinkeldey
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Rare and large kinkeldey chandelier designed and produced in Germany in the 70s. Structure in
Glass
$5,314Sale Price / item|62% Off
H 13.78 in Dm 37.41 in
Large Golden Crystal Chandelier from Palwa, 1970s.
By Palwa
Located in Hannover, DE
This huge chandelier by Palwa used to hang in the ballroom of a hotel. Hand-cut crystal rods and a
Crystal, Gold Plate
Cut Crystals Chandelier from the Late 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame chrome plated with cut crystal elements. Fitted with six E14 sockets. Made in Sweden in
Crystal, Brass, Chrome
Stunning Cut Crystal Chandelier from the 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame gold-plated fitted with 12 E14 and one E27 sockets. Made in Sweden in the late 1970s. Excellent condition.
Crystal, Brass
Ceiling Lamp from the Sciolari House Italy 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
dans les années 1970. Plafonnier en métal doré composé de 3 structures supportant au total plus de 90
Crystal
Gold Plated Crystal Basket Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful Crystal Basket Chandelier. From the 1970's.
Gold Plate, Brass
$7,732
H 36 in Dm 16 in
Massive Murano Crystal Glass Drop Waterfall & Gilt Brass Venini Style Chandelier
By Paolo Venini
Located in Coimbra, PT
This stunning "Drop" In the style of Paolo Venini crystal waterfall wedding cake chandelier dates
Crystal, Metal
$3,390
H 23.63 in Dm 11.82 in
Murano Crystal Glass Drop Waterfall and Gilt Brass Venini Style Chandelier
By Paolo Venini
Located in Coimbra, PT
This stunning "Drop" in the style of Paolo Venini crystal waterfall wedding cake chandelier dates
Crystal, Metal
$1,130Sale Price|50% Off
H 14.18 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
Large Mid-Century Brass and Crystal Glass Ceiling Lamp from Palwa
By Palwa
Located in KUTNO, PL
enhances any room. The design consists of six levels of cascading suspended elongated crystals and a finial
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Metal and Crystal Pendant from Vitrika
By Vitrika
Located in Praha, CZ
This chandelier was produced by Vitrika in Denmark during the 1970s.
Copper
$4,600
H 22 in W 25 in D 25 in
Seldom Seen Modernist Silver and Crystal Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari
By Sciolari Lighting, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Buffalo, NY
very rare silver plate and lead crystal Sciolari chandelier, Purchased in 1970 from original owner
Crystal, Silver Plate, Lead
Mid-Century Modern Crystal Orb Pendant Fixture from Argentina
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern crystal orb pendant fixture that was produced in Argentina. The
Glass
$2,712Sale Price / set|29% Off
H 5.91 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Large Gold-Plated & Crystal Glass Flush Wall Mount Light from Kinkeldey, 1970s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Oirlo, LI
Huge square ceiling or wall lamp by Kinkeldey from the 1970s. 45 prismatic glasses and 9 burners. The side length of the lamp is 50 x 50 x 11 cm. and 25 kg the big one ...
Gold Plate, Steel
Crystal Glass Chandelier from Peill & Putzler, 1970s
By Gaetano Sciolari, Peill & Putzler
Located in Kumhausen, DE
Stück. Crystal Glass Chandelier from Peill & Putzler, 1970s
Metal
Unavailable
H 19.69 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier from Palwa, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Budapest, HU
of crystal glass hangers. The chandelier is in good condition, it has no visible defects, but it may
Brass
Unavailable
H 25.5 in Dm 16.5 in
Five-Tiered crystal Glass Drop Chandelier by Palwa of Germany from the 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Frisco, TX
A lovely crystal glass five-tiered drop chandelier by the famous Palwa manufacturer in Germany. In
Copper, Iron
Pair of Crystal and Chrome Kinkeldey Pendants from 1970s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Frisco, TX
One pair of 1970s pendants with faceted square crystal shades. Each fixture requires one European E
Crystal, Brass, Chrome
Unavailable
H 38 in Dm 19.5 in
Beautiful Gilt and Chrystal Glass Chandelier in the Palwa Style from Europe
By Palwa
Located in Frisco, TX
Chrystal glass and gilded Bronze in the unique Palwa style. The smooth and sanded Chrystal glass creates a super lighting effect. It requires eight European E 14 candelabra bulbs up ...
Crystal, Brass, Iron
Vintage Murano Glass Tear Drop Pendant Light from Palwa, 1970s
Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU
A stunning Pendant light by Palwa (Palme and Walter), Germany, manufactured in 1970s. It’s composed of murano tear drop glass pieces on gilded brass frame with a Brutalist relief. Hi...
Crystal, Brass
Chandelier from Maison Sciolari, Italy, 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Rare and large chandelier from the sciolari house designated and produced in italy in the 70s
Crystal
Eichholtz Vittoria Crystal Ceiling Lamps from 1970
By EICHHOLTZ
Located in Oirlo, LI
Eichholtz vittoria crystal ceiling Lamps from 1970. Add glamor and grandeur to your interior
Brass
magnificent Large 24 Arms Crystal Chandelier From Czechoslovakia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
we also have our own line of wrought iron reproduction sconces and chandeliers, or we could do your
Crystal, Metal
Sold
H 51.19 in Dm 15.75 in
Beautiful 1970s Chrome Chandelier with Thick Crystal Glass Rods from Kinkeldey
By Kinkeldey
Located in München, DE
Beautiful 1970s chrome chandelier with thick crystal glass rods. Manufactured by Kinkeldey. Made
Crystal, Metal, Chrome
Golden Yellow and Clear Crystal Venini Pendant from Italy
By Venini
Located in Toronto, ON
A beautifully proportioned and vibrant crystal chandelier with yellow and Classic clear crystals
Crystal
Original Lobmeyr Crystal Sputnik from the Main Floor of Bergdorf Goodman
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in New York, NY
Original Lobmeyr crystal sputnik from the main floor of Bergdorf Goodman. Pair available, 1970s
Crystal
Seven-Light Crystal Chandelier from Kinkeldey in the 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Paris, IDF
Add timeless elegance to your space with this clear crystal chandelier. The 76 crystal glasses are
Crystal
Brass and Clear Crystal French Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Three tiered clear crystals and polish brass chandelier from the 1970’s. Shows minor wear
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century German Flush Mount Chandelier from 70s by Kinkeldey, 1970s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
German Mid-century crystal Kinkeldey Flush Mount/Chandelier. This Flush Mount/Chandelier was made
Crystal, Metal
Nine Lights Brass Chandelier from Sciolari, 1970's
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Savona, IT
Chandelier produced by Sciolari in the 1970s. Brass structure with 18 bevelled crystal plates
Crystal, Brass
Grand Italian Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Grand Italian crystal chandelier from the 1970's. Located at LV2 on Stanton Street 212-358-8000.
Crystal
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
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
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$6,500 / item
H 14 in W 36 in D 20 in
Modern Oval Coffee Table in Oak Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Palazzo oval coffee table with green and ivory glass sits on 2 Rift White Oak Wood pedestals by Ercole Home. This new bespoke coffee table design by Ercole Home is available today fo...
Art Glass, Walnut, Cut Glass
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
$5,166Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...
Burl, Poplar
$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
$2,838 / item
H 24 in W 24 in D 24 in
Modern Fabric Pendant Light by Studio Mirei, Nebula 60, from Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Nebula collection is drawn out of the interstellar clouds of dust and gas in space - regions where stars begin to form. Made of a woven natural fiber from the banana tree, which ...
Natural Fiber
$5,900
H 15.75 in Dm 31.5 in
1 ‚of 4’ Murano Rugiada 31.5" Flush Mount Glass & Brass Chandelier, Barovier
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Extremely elegant and large Murano flush mount ceiling light with 26 textured Murano glass petals and one bowl on a golden brass frame. An elegant floral chandelier made of hand-blow...
Brass
$13,690 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
$4,200 / set
H 24 in W 37.5 in D 34 in
Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Chairs with Walnut Base
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Roanoke, VA
Chi, low-profile swivel tub chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin represent a timeless blend of mid-century modern aesthetics and functional design. Chairs feature warm ...
Fabric, Walnut
$17,079 / item
H 39.38 in Dm 59.06 in
Spider 150 Ceiling Light Cream silk and Parchment Design by Diego Mardegan
By Diego Mardegan
Located in London, GB
A very stunning bespoke ceiling light fixture Titled " Spider Special 150 " This ceiling light is composed of six ivory coloured silk on parchment shades held to a brass metal frame....
Brass
Mariyo Yagi for Sirrah 'Garbo' Chandelier in Nylon
By Sirrah, Mariyo Yagi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mariyo Yagi and Studio Simon for Sirrah, 'Garbo' chandelier, metal, nylon, Italy, 1976. Enchanting 'Garbo' fringe chandelier designed by Japanese designer Mariyo Yagi and Studio Sim...
Metal
$4,000Sale Price|60% Off
H 28 in W 18 in D 18 in
1960s Early Venini Amber and Clear Glass Prisms Chandelier, Italy
By Venini
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Thick optical quality glass prisms 'Triedri' in clear and amber tone of different length hooked on a handmade steel frame enameled in an ivory finish. Particular well designed st...
Steel
$52,000
H 121.66 in W 149.81 in D 14.18 in
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Substantial Modular Library in Pine
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular bookcase or library, pine, Denmark, design 1928 Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is cons...
Pine
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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