Late Edwardian Silver Plated Brass Ceiling Light
Located in London, GB
A large and beautifully made late Edwardian silver plated brass ceiling light suspended from four rigid barley twist chains.
Brass
French Edwardian 3 Arm Brass Electrolier / Ceiling Pendant / Kitchen Light
Located in Southampton, GB
French 3 Arm Brass Electrolier / Ceiling Pendant Etched opaque glass shades, main arm can be shortened if required . Perfect for over a kitchen island . France, circa 1900. Heigh...
Brass
Antique Edwardian Brass & Cut Crystal Ceiling Light Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An exceptional antique Edwardian Neo-classical brass and cut-crystal ceiling light, circa 1900 in date.
Crystal, Brass
Antique Edwardian Faraday & Son Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light, C.1900
By Faraday & Son
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant English alabaster plafonnier pendant light made by Faraday & Son. c.1900 Off-white alabaster with an array of coloured figuring. Simple but elegant dished sh...
Alabaster, Brass
Edwardian Antique Two-Branch Copper Cut Glass Ceiling Light. c.1910
Located in London, GB
An elegantly formed early 20th century brass gasolier made by GEC. c.1900 Formerly gas-fired, now professionally converted for modern electric use, this beautifully designed oxidise...
Brass
Edwardian Antique Two-Branch Brass Moonstone Glass Ceiling Light. c.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredible early 20th‑century twin‑arm ceiling light. c.1910 Manufactured to a very high standard, the cast‑brass frame carries a balanced pair of scrolling arms with the organic...
Brass
Edwardian Antique Copper Brass Holophane Glass Gasolier Ceiling Light. c.1900
Located in London, GB
An incredible early 20th‑century twin‑arm ceiling light. c.1900 Manufactured to a very high quality, originally gas‑fired and later sensitively converted for electricity. The cast‑b...
Brass
Antique Edwardian Chrome Plated Cut Glass Flush Ceiling Light. c.1910
Located in London, GB
A flush mounted cut glass light shade made in England by GEC. c.1910 The hand‑cut glass shade is the work of a true master-craftsman and follows a classic, elegant form and set in i...
Copper
XL Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Cut Glass Flush Ceiling Light. c.1910
Located in London, GB
An XL, ornate flush mounted cut glass light. c.1910 The hand‑cut dome is the work of a skilled glass‑cutter, with crisp facets that give the piece real presence when lit. It sits in...
Brass
Pair Antique Vintage Edwardian Satin Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendants Light
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautiful pair of Edwardian satin opaline ceiling pendants with floral decoration, England circa 1910. - Lovely bulbous shape to the opaline glass and decorative detail to the un...
Copper
Antique Vintage Edwardian Satin Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A wonderful satin glass church opaline ceiling pendant, circa 1910. - Incredible detail across the opaline and all original patinated copper gallery. - Rewired in braided flex and...
Copper
Antique French Marbled Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant French alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1910 Crafted from fine white alabaster with a stunning display of natural marbling, which becomes more pronounced ...
Alabaster, Brass
Antique Hand Carved Marbled Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An exceptionally elegant hand‑carved alabaster plafonnier pendant light, c.1910. Formed from fine white alabaster with beautifully pronounced natural marbling that deepens in charac...
Alabaster, Brass
Cut-Glass Edwardian Ceiling Light
Located in London, GB
A cut-glass ceiling light with a silvered frame. Internally lit and ready wired for electricity.
Cut Glass
Brass Three-Arm Ceiling Light with Lemon Vaseline Glass Shades
Located in Altrincham, Cheshire
Brass three-arm ceiling light with lemon Vaseline glass shades scroll arms leading to gadrooned fixings on a bulbous gadrooned column circa 1910 - all lights and lamps have been rewi...
Brass
Antique Edwardian Brass & Moonstone Electrolier Ceiling Light
Located in Ongar, GB
A beautiful early 20th century brass three branch electrolier ceiling light with gorgeous original moonstone glass shades. Wired with modern 3 core cable with earth. Comes with origi...
Brass
Pair of Edwardian Antique Holophane Ceiling Light Fittings
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Pair of Edwardian Antique Holophane Ceiling Light Fittings This fabulous pair of antique holophane glass ceiling pendants In excellent, complete and original condition with ver...
Reeded Glass
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H 42.13 in Dm 20.67 in
RARE Antique Edwardian Hand Crafted Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light, C.1900
Located in London, GB
A large and incredibly rare mosaic alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1900 About as good as it gets! Beautiful individual marbled sections of alabaster - unusually in a much da...
Alabaster, Brass
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H 34.26 in Dm 17.33 in
Antique Edwardian Hand Carved Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1900
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant carved alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1900 White alabaster with a beautiful array of dark marbling. Hand carved decorative details including egg and d...
Alabaster, Brass
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H 15.75 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in
Antique Vintage Edwardian Brass Cut Prismatic Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- An elegant cut glass ceiling pendant with original decorative brass gallery, English circa 1910. - The cut glass shade is clear, heavy and of quality, an opaque glass dish sits ac...
Brass
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H 15.75 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in
Antique Edwardian Vintage School House Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
- A large original school house satin opaline ceiling pendant, England circa 1910. - Heavy quality glass shade with intricate detail and pattern throughout, the most beautiful aged b...
Copper
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H 18.9 in W 13 in D 13 in
Antique Edwardian Church Chapel Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A large bulbous satin glass opaline ceiling pendant, circa 1910. - The pendant was originally inside the entrance hall of an old church in Garnant, Wales. - Incredible detail acr...
Copper
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H 12.21 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Pair Antique Edwardian Vintage Ornate Brass Cut Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A wonderful pair of antique cut glass pendants with original aged brass galleries, chain and ceiling roses, English circa 1910. - The cut glass shades are identical across each of...
Brass
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H 37.41 in W 25.2 in D 5.12 in
Edwardian Faraday & Son Rise and Fall Prismatic Glass Ceiling Light Lamp, c.1910
By Faraday & Son
Located in London, GB
A beautifully formed rise and fall ceiling light with prismatic glass shades. c.1910 Of exceptional quality and although unstamped, very likely made by Faraday & Son. Silver plate...
Brass, Silver Plate
Working Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop From 1997 Titanic
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop From 1997 Titanic made of plastic and metal with original auction tag and COA from 20th Century Props. MARCSS
Brass
Antique Marbled Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1910 White alabaster with a beautiful array marbling, even more apparent when illuminated. Complete with original decorat...
Alabaster, Copper
Antique Marbled Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1900
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant French alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1900 Off-white alabaster with a beautiful and very unusual array of marbling. Simple dish shaped, complete with in...
Alabaster, Brass
Antique Tortoise Shell Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1910 Simply formed alabaster bowl with a wonderful mixture of earthy tones, mimicking tortoise shell. Once illuminated it...
Alabaster, Brass
Antique Marbled French Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant French alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1910 Crafted from fine white alabaster with a stunning display of natural marbling, which becomes more pronounced ...
Alabaster, Brass
Antique Hand Carved Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An elegant alabaster plafonnier pendant light, circa 1910. Made from softly toned off-white alabaster, it features subtle hand-carved detailing and a smooth, well-finished surface t...
Alabaster, Brass
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H 33.47 in Dm 19.69 in
Antique Marbled French Alabaster Plafonnier Brass Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1900
Located in London, GB
A large and imposing French alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1900 Vibrantly coloured alabaster with an incredible array of marbled figuring. The hand-carved bowl set in a high ...
Alabaster, Brass
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H 25.99 in Dm 13.98 in
Antique Hand Crafted Leaded Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1900
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1900 Beautiful individual marbled sections of alabaster, hand crafted together in the same fashion as a stained glass w...
Alabaster, Brass
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H 9.85 in Dm 3.94 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Flush Mount Brass and Cut Glass Ceiling Light Lamp, C.1910
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian cut glass and brass flush mounted light. c.1910 Very well proportioned, the hand-crafted brass gallery in the typical Arts & Crafts manner is aged to a mellow patina. C...
Brass
Antique Flush Mounted Ornate Brass and Cut Glass Ceiling Light Lamp, C.1910
Located in London, GB
A cut glass flush mounted ceiling light. c.1910 Dating to the early 20th century, the delicately hand-cut glass shade retained in its original cast brass flush mounted gallery. Perf...
Brass
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H 23 in W 8.25 in D 8.25 in
Antique Vintage English Edwardian Stained Amber Glass Ceiling Light Lantern
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Stunning Traditional Style-Stained Glass English Single Bulb Ceiling Lantern of square outline and outstanding quality. Late Nineteenth, early Twentieth Century, Edwardian period. ...
Ormolu
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H 28.75 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in
Large Antique Vintage Edwardian Frosted Cut Glass Brass Ceiling Light Pendant
Located in Sale, GB
- An aged finish across the body of the light, chain and ceiling rose with a most unusual design encompassing three tied ribbons
Brass
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H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Antique Vintage Edwardian Acorn Church Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
- A wonderful Edwardian acorn opaline ceiling pendant, England circa 1910. - Heavy quality glass shade with intricate detail and pattern throughout, the often absent and extremely ra...
Opaline Glass
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H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 6.3 in
Brass Edwardian Rise and Fall Prismatic Glass Ceiling Light Lamp, c.1910
Located in London, GB
A beautifully formed rise and fall ceiling light with prismatic glass shades. c.1910 Nicely patinated brass with Holophane style prismatic glass lamp shades. Super elegant and very ...
Brass
Working Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop from 1997 Titanic
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Screen used Ceiling light Prop From 1997 Titanic made of plastic and metal with original auction tag and COA from 20th century Props.
Brass
Working Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop From 1997 Titanic
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop From 1997 Titanic made of plastic and metal with original auction tag and COA from 20th Century Props.
Brass
Antique French Marbled Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1900
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant French alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1900 Off-white alabaster with a beautiful and very unusual array of marbling. Simple dish shaped, complete with in...
Alabaster, 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."
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