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Brass Crystal Chandelier by J.L Lobmeyr
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction gold-plated with crystals element fitted with six E27 sockets and soft shades
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Cut Crystal Chandelier Attributed J.L. Lobmeyr
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame three rings with crystals pearls, fitted with four E14 and one E27 sockets. Vienna form
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Beautiful Cut Crystal Chandelier By J.L. Lobmeyr
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with three rings with crystals and nine lights. Vienna form the 1950's
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Gold Plate

Crystal chandelier around 1960s by J.L.Lobmeyr ( signed )
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Wien, AT
Crystal chandelier around 1960s by J.L.Lobmeyr ( signed ) Brass polishged and stove enameled
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

J.L Lobmeyr chandelier with Swarovski crystal beads, Austria 1950s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Beograd, RS
J.L Lobmeyr. It features over 2500 Swarovski crystal beads that, when lit on, create beautiful light
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

J.L Lobmeyr Chandelier with Crystal Glass, Austria, 1960s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Wien, AT
J.L Lobmeyr chandelier with crystal glass, Austria, 1960s Original condition.
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

J. & L. Lobmeyr Starburst Chrome, Crystal Chandelier, by Hans Harald Rath
By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company
Located in Stamford, CT
company, J. & L. Lobmeyr in 1966. This starburst chandelier is made by Lobmeyr in chrome and cut crystal
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

J.L Lobmeyr Chandelier Hand-Cut Faceted Crystal Glass Strings Brass Austria 1950
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
chandelier by J.L Lobmeyr, Vienna, circa 1950s. It has high lead and hand-cut faceted crystal pearl strings
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Grand Chandelier from J. L. Lobmeyr in Brass, Crystal and Silk Shades
By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company
Located in Vienna, Austria
Elegant chandelier from Austrian producer J. L. Lobmeyr with 8 arms, crystal elements and original
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Crystal and Brass Chandelier by J. & L. Lobmeyr Company
By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company
Located in New York, NY
This stunning chandelier was realized by the venerable Austrian glassware company J. & L. Lobmeyr
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Rare Large Crystal Chandelier by J. & L. Lobmeyr, Vienna, Late 19th Century
By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
chandelier by J. & L. Lobmeyr (signed), Vienna, Austria, Late 19th. Measure: Diameter : 33.46 inches
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Large Chandelier by J.L Lobmeyr
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction gold-plated with crystals fitted with eight E27 sockets. Made by J.L. Lobmeyr in
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Large Chandelier by J.L Lobmeyr
Large Chandelier by J.L Lobmeyr
H 23.63 in Dm 29.53 in
Brass and Crystal Mid-Century Modern J & L Lobmeyr Chandelier Vienna, 1950s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
This lovely chandelier, which was designed and manufactured by the firm J & L Lobmeyr Vienna in the
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Square Cut Crystal Chandelier
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass square frame with cut crystal octagons fitted with nine E27 sockets up to 60 watts each
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Midcentury Square Cut Crystal Chandelier
Midcentury Square Cut Crystal Chandelier
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Jl Lobmeyr Colored Crystal Chandelier
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful Austrian jewel toned crystal and brass chandelier designed by Stefan Rath Hardtl
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Austrian Lobmeyr 1960 Crystal Chandelier
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Westport, CT
Lobmeyr Circa 1960 Large cut faceted Crystal two tier Rectangular Chandelier 25"x 10" x 9'' high
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Nickel

Crystal Chandelier by Lobmeyr 'Signed'
By J.L Lobmeyr, J. & L. Lobmeyr Company
Located in Wien, AT
Crystal chandelier by Lobmeyr ( signed ) Brass polished and stove enamelled.
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Large 14 Arms Chandelier by J.L Lobmeyr
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with 14 arms and crystals fitted with E27 sockets. Made by J.L. Lobmeyr in the
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Exceptional Crystal Chandelier Pendant by Lobmeyr
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Kingston, NY
This exceptional pendant was designed by Lobmeyr. It features (2,500) Swarovski pearl crystals
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Lobmeyr Metropolitan Opera Crystal Chandelier Sputnik Design
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Westport, CT
in Austria. Vintage Chandelier, the Met erupted when the chandelier rose toward the ceiling at its
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

20th Century Maria Theresia Style Cut Crystal Chandelier
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass/cut crystal chandelier in Maria Theresia style made in the 1960s probably by Lobmeyr in
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

J.L. Lobmeyr crystal chandelier vienna around 1950s ( signed )
Located in Wien, AT
J.L. Lobmeyr crystal chandelier vienna around 1950s ( signed ) Original condition
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Vintage Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Lobmeyr
By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant chandelier with a gold-plated brass frame and Swarovski crystals. These lamps have an
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Vintage Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Lobmeyr
By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant chandelier with a gold-plated brass frame and Swarovski crystals. These lamps have an
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Lobmeyr Gold Plated Brass and Cut Crystal Chandelier, circa 1960s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Hollywood Regency gold plated chandelier fitted with tiers of elegant cut crystal pendants and
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Silvered Bronze and Crystal Chandelier Attr. to Lobmeyr, circa 1920s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A beautiful, high quality silvered bronze and cut crystal twelve-light chandelier attr. to Lobmeyr
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20th Century French Belle Époque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Huge Floral Lobmeyr Mid-Century Brass Crystal Chandelier, 1950s, Austria
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and large brass and crystal glass chandelier, executed by Lobmeyr Vienna in the 1950s
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Great Lobmeyr Cascading Waterfall Chandelier Faceted Crystal Glass Brass, 1955
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Great Lobmeyr cascading waterfall chandelier faceted crystal glass brass, 1955.   
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal, Brass

Eight-Armed Sputnik Chandelier or Pendant Lamp Bud by J. &L. Lobmeyr, Vienna
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and artful Mid-Century Modern eight-armed chandelier or pendant lamp. Bulb holders
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Lovely Gold and Crystal Chandelier Attributed to Lobmeyr, Vienna, circa 1960s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A lovely 24-karat gold plated brass and cut-crystal chandelier attributed to Lobmeyr, Austria
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Eight-Armed Sputnik Chandelier or Pendant Lamp Bud by J.&L. Lobmeyr Vienna 1950s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Munich, DE
Exceptional Mid-Century Modern eight-armed chandelier or pendant lamp. Bulb holders shaped like
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

10-Armed Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Chandelier or Pendant Lamp by J. &L. Lobmeyr
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Munich, DE
Exceptional Mid-Century Modern 10-armed and 13-flamed sputnik chandelier or pendant lamp. Bulb
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

1960s Vintage Lobmeyr Metropolitan Opera Crystal Chandelier
By Hans Harald Rath, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Buffalo, NY
1960s Vintage Lobmeyr Metropolitan Opera crystal chandelier 40" diameter. Nice original condition
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Nickel

Antique Classical Eight-Light Crystal Glass Chandelier Vienna, circa 1910-1920
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
crystal glass, manufactured in Austria around 1910-1920. This chandelier with lovely details especially
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Lobmeyr Rare and Stunning Chandelier with Crystals 1959
By Hans Harald Rath, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in New York, NY
Rare chandelier model 6201 with 8 lights in brass with cut lead crystal decoration by Hans Harald
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Gilt Iron and Crystal Pagoda Form Chandelier, circa 1950s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A wonderful, large Pagoda glass and gilt iron chandelier, Austria, circa 1950s. Measurements
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Rare Rock Crystal Chandelier Attributed to L. Messagé, France, circa 1890
Located in PARIS, FR
Exceptional ormolu and rock crystal twenty-four-light chandelier attributed to L. Messagé. Made of
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Antique 1890s French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rock Crystal, Bronze

Midcentury Modern Vintage Brass Lobmeyr Crystal Chandelier Austria circa 1945
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage brass crystal chandelier by J. & L. Lobmeyr, which is decorated with
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Vintage 1940s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Lobmeyr Baroque Maria Theresia Parlor Chandelier, Crystal Glass, Vienna, 1940s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant classical baroque crystal cut-glass gilt chandelier. Executed in the 1940s-1950s by the
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Vintage 1940s Austrian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Lobmeyr Style Drum Chandelier Patinated Brass Crystal Glass 1950s
By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Beautiful Lobmeyr style patinated brass and crystal glass drum chandelier, Austria, circa 1950s. It
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1950s Faceted Crystal Glass and Brass Chandelier attributed to Lobmeyr
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Amsterdam, NH
This is a wonderful design attributed attributed to Lobmeyr. Stunning crystal glass and patinated
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1960s Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier in the Style of Lobmeyr
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Amsterdam, NH
This is a wonderful design attributed attributed to Lobmeyr. Stunning crystal glass and patinated
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Original Lobmeyr Maria Theresien Crystal Chandelier, Richly Decorated 28 Lights
By J.L Lobmeyr, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Very large Maria Theresa chandelier with 28 candles material metal frame with baluster decoration
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Large Austrian Cut Crystal and Glass Chandelier Attr. to Lobmeyr, ca.1920s
By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A beautiful, large cut crystal and glass eight - light chandelier attr. to Zahn/Lobmeyr, Austria
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Rare Fourteen-Arm Huge Brass Crystal Chandelier, 1950s, Attributed to Lobmeyr
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Wien, AT
Rare Fourteen-Arm Huge Brass Crystal Chandelier, 1950s, Attributed to Lobmeyr Original condition
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Glass Chandelier J. & L. Lobmeyr, 1950s Austria
By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company
Located in Vienna, AT
A high-end Mid-Century Modern vintage brass and crystal glass chandelier or flush mount with 14
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Stunning Gold-Plated and Cut Crystal Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, circa 1970
By Palwa, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
An absolutely stunning midcentury German gilt brass and cut crystal chandelier by Palwa, circa 1965
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Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Lobmeyr Chandelier Oswald Haerdtl, Brass Crystal Glass, 1950s
By J.L Lobmeyr, Oswald Haerdtl
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic chandelier designed by Oswald Haerdtl for J. & L. Lobmeyr, Vienna, circa 1955. The
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Original Lobmeyr Maria Theresien Crystal Chandelier, Richly Decorated 28 Lights
By J.L Lobmeyr, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Very large Maria Theresa chandelier with 28 candles material metal frame with baluster decoration
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Crystal Glass Chandelier by Kinkeldey
By Kinkeldey, Palwa, Bakalowits & Söhne, J.L Lobmeyr, J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Extremely beautiful chandelier from the 1960s. The high-quality workmanship and the very noble
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Large Brass and Crystal Chandelier in the Style of Lobmeyr, circa 1960
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
Large brass and crystal chandelier in the style of Lobmeyr, circa 1960 Beautiful Austrian 26" ring
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Lobmeyr Crystal Glass String Chandelier Patinated Brass Austria 1950s, No.1 of 2
By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Beautiful Lobmeyr attribution patinated brass and crystal glass chandelier Austria, Vienna, circa
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Lobmeyr Crystal Glass String Chandelier Patinated Brass Austria 1950s, No.2 of 2
By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Beautiful Lobmeyr attribution patinated brass and crystal glass chandelier Austria, Vienna, circa
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Large Austrian Lobmeyr Langzernsdorf Chandelier 1950 Faceted Crystal Glass Brass
By J.L Lobmeyr, Palwa, Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
chandelier by J.L Lobmeyr, Vienna, Austria circa 1950s. It has five rings with high lead and hand-cut faceted
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Louis XVI Style Cage Chandelier Attributed to L'Escalier de Cristal, circa 1900
By L'Escalier de Cristal
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine Louis XVI style gilt-bronze and glass cage chandelier with applied porcelain flowers
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Large German Palwa Cascading Chandelier Gilt Brass Faceted Crystal Glass, 1960s
By Bakalowits & Söhne, Palwa, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Classic large and precious gilt brass and crystal glass chandelier made by high class lighting
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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Extra Large Palwa Cascading Chandelier Gilt Brass Faceted Crystal Glass, 1960s
By J.L Lobmeyr, Bakalowits & Söhne, Palwa
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Classic extra large and precious gilt brass and crystal glass chandelier made by high class
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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Classical Palwa Chandelier Gilt Brass Faceted Crystal Glass, 1960s Rococo Style
By Palwa, J.L Lobmeyr, Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Fine classical Rococo style multi-tiered gilt brass and crystal glass chandelier made by Palwa
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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Metal

Lobmeyr Maria Theresia Style Chandelier 1950s Gilt Brass Faceted Crystal Glass
By Palwa, Bakalowits & Söhne, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Fantastic six light J. & L. Lobmeyr "Maria Theresia Style" chandelier, Vienna, Austria 1950s. The
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass

Large Bakalowits Semi Flush Mount Chandelier Silver Crystal Glass 1950s Lobmeyr
By J.L Lobmeyr, Palwa, Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
1950s. The precious chandelier is made of silver brass metal with an extraordinary faceted crystal glass
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass

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Crystal L Chandeliers For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of crystal l chandeliers is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique crystal l chandeliers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, crystal and metal. Find 11019 antique and vintage crystal l chandeliers at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 938 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Crystal l chandeliers have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of crystal l chandeliers to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency crystal l chandeliers are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made crystal l chandeliers over the years, but those made by Palwa, Kinkeldey and Bakalowits & Söhne are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Crystal L Chandeliers?

Prices for crystal l chandeliers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, crystal l chandeliers begin at $1 and can go as high as $982,587, while the average can fetch as much as $4,787.

Finding the Right chandeliers-pendant-lights for You

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 and vintage 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 (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), 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.

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 whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — 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.

Questions About Crystal L Chandeliers
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To date chandelier crystals, hold them up to the light and look for acid marks. If you find one, use an authoritative online resource to research the mark and identify the manufacturer. You can then estimate the age based on the style of the crystal. If you can't find a mark, take the crystal to a licensed appraiser for a professional evaluation. Shop a selection of expertly vetted antique and vintage chandeliers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The hanging crystals on a chandelier are called pendalogues, sometimes spelled pendeloques. They can also be referred to simply as prisms. Shop a wide variety of chandelier prisms and pendalogues from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. Crystal chandeliers are still in style and can be found embellishing any room in the home. Crystal chandeliers come in many different shapes and sizes and can be very simple or highly decorative. Shop a selection of vintage and modern crystal chandeliers from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, chandeliers made from real crystal contain lead. That is because authentic crystal is glass made with lead oxide. The presence of lead gives crystal its sparkling effect. You'll find a selection of crystal chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can spot a real crystal chandelier by checking a few things with the crystal glass itself. First, feel the weight. Crystal is made with lead and will be heavier than glass. Next, the clearer the piece, the more likely it is crystal. And finally, hold the crystal up to light. Light will pass through glass as clear, but crystal refracts the light into rainbows of light. Shop a selection of chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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