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
Brass
$1,315 / set
H 13.78 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in
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
Crystal, Brass
$4,495
H 40.95 in Dm 16.54 in
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
Alabaster, 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
Copper
XL Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Cut Glass Flush Ceiling Light. c.1910
Located in London, GB
, even spread of light. Can be wall or ceiling mounted. Rewired to connect to mains. Worldwide shipping
Brass
$2,213 / set
H 11.03 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
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
Copper
$1,585
H 14.18 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
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
Copper
$4,051
H 45.67 in Dm 17.72 in
Antique Marbled Fluted Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1920
Located in London, GB
An imposing early 20th century alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1920 Carved from off‑white
Alabaster, Brass
$4,050
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, Brass
$3,226
H 20.87 in Dm 14.18 in
Antique Marbled French Alabaster Plafonnier Brass Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1900
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant French alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1900 Off-white alabaster
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
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
Reeded Glass
Sold
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
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
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
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
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
Brass
Sold
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
Copper
Sold
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
Copper
Sold
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
ceiling roses, English circa 1910. - The cut glass shades are identical across each of the designs
Brass
Sold
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
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
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
Alabaster, Copper
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
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, 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, Brass
Sold
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
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
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
Ormolu
Sold
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
circa 1910. - An aged finish across the body of the light, chain and ceiling rose with a most unusual
Brass
Sold
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
Opaline Glass
Sold
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
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
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
Brass
Antique Marbled French Alabaster Plafonnier Ceiling Light Pendant, C.1900
Located in London, GB
mounts, chain and decorative ceiling plate. The alabaster shows some light surface marks and signs of its
Alabaster, Brass
Sold
H 10 in W 15 in D 15 in
First Class Reception Ceiling Light Prop from First Class Reception Titanic 1997
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original screen-used ceiling light prop from the 1997 Titanic Film directed by James Cameron. The
Steel
Sold
H 40.95 in W 38.19 in D 11.82 in
ANTIQUE ViRGINIA BEACH BRASS SNOOKER POOL TABLE OR KITCHEN ISLAND CEILING LIGHT
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
very good looking well made a decorative light, ideally suited to sit above a pool or snooker table but
Brass
Edwardian Art Nouveau Brass Four Branch Ceiling Light
Located in Manchester, GB
Edwardian Art Nouveau brass four branch ceiling light, circa 1900. Complimented by replacement
Brass
Sold
H 32.29 in Dm 28.35 in L 32.29 in
Edwardian Arts & Crafts Brass Five Branch Electrolier Ceiling Light
Located in Manchester, GB
Edwardian Arts & Crafts brass five branch electrolier ceiling light in the style of Birmingham
Brass
Edwardian Arts & Crafts Brass Five Branch Electrolier Ceiling Light
Located in Manchester, GB
Edwardian Arts & Crafts brass five branch electrolier ceiling light in the style of Birmingham
Brass
Reclaimed Original Opaline Glass Pendant Ceiling Light
Located in Manchester, GB
Beautiful original opaline glass pendant ceiling light with brass fittings. Measures: 76cm drop
Brass
Early 20th Century 3 branch copper ceiling light.
Located in Manchester, GB
Great, simple but elegant early 20th Century 3 branch ceiling light in its original anodised copper
Copper
Early 20th Century Brass Five-Branch Electric Ceiling Light
Located in Altrincham, Cheshire
Early 20th century brass five-branch electric ceiling light fitting. Measures: 22" diameter x
Brass
Alabaster Pendant Light
Located in Llandudno, Conwy
A Edwardian Alabaster ceiling light. Height: 44 cm Width: 35 cm
Early 20th Century Edwardian Hanging Ceiling Light
Located in Manchester, GB
Large early 20th century Edwardian hanging ceiling light with satin glass bowl in a brass ring
Brass
Reclaimed Edwardian Art Nouveau Copper Ceiling Light
Located in Manchester, GB
Reclaimed Edwardian copper ceiling pendant light. Complete with new glass shade in Vaseline and
Copper
Reclaimed Edwardian Art Nouveau Copper Ceiling Light
Located in Manchester, GB
Reclaimed Edwardian Art Nouveau three branch copper ceiling light. Measures: 46cm wide x 50cm high
Copper
Very Elegant Edwardian Chrome-Plated Three Branch Ceiling Light
Located in Manchester, GB
Very elegant Edwardian chrome-plated three branch ceiling light. The chrome showing beautiful
Brass, Chrome
$3,948
H 36 in Dm 15.7 in
Antique Multicolor Alabaster Pendant Light w. Rope Suspension & Matching Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Note that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secure, and reliable delivery. This allows us to provide the best possible service and care for your purchase. Stunni...
Alabaster, Brass
$3,800 / item
H 15 in Dm 19.63 in
VOLARE Large Pendant Light in Dark Bronze & Blown Glass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Josef Hoffmann
Located in New York, NY
Volare draws inspiration from a collection of ornate pendants discovered by founders Kelly and Josh during a family trip to Washington, D.C. Featuring a substantial 20" pressed-glass...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces, Art Deco Style, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano glass wall sconces, in stock Fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finials and brass accents Art Deco inspired design. Gives off warm beams of lig...
Brass
19th century English bronze ceiling light
Located in London, GB
19th century English bronze ceiling light Dimensions in inches: H 19” x W 15” x D 15” Age: 1890 - 1900 Origin: England Condition: Aged Overview A very stylish late 19th Century Eng...
Bronze
$6,820
H 23 in Dm 17.7 in
Antique NEOCLASSICAL Alabaster Pendant Light w. GREEK KEY Detailing, circa 1920.
Located in Lisse, NL
An exceptional antique amber alabaster ceiling fixture, perfect for an entry hall, bedroom, or any other space. A beautiful and authentic early 20th century alabaster pendant light ...
Alabaster, Brass, Wire, Metal
A set of French Neoclassic Alabaster Light Fixture, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of five, circa 1960's French neoclassic style carved alabaster light fixture. Sold individually. Measurements: Current drop: 24" Diameter: 25"
Alabaster
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.
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