French Art Deco Alabaster pendant light, white w/ charcoal grey veining, 1930
Located in New York City, NY
An original French Art Deco alabaster bowl shape pendant with contrasting charcoal grey veining and natural striations overall.
Alabaster, Bronze, Nickel
1940s French Empire Alabaster Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940’s French empire style alabaster chandelier with bronze interior arms, 12 lights + 6 interiors.
Alabaster, Bronze
French Carved Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French champagne-hued carved alabaster light fixture with interior lights. Measurements: Diameter 15.25" Height 5".
Alabaster
Large French Carved Alabaster Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Large amber-colored French carved alabaster fixture with interior lights. Measurements: Drop 12" (adjustable) Diameter 24".
Alabaster
French Art Deco Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Vienna, AT
The thickness of the alabaster is about 1 cm (0.25in). The lamp gives a warm, ambient light and unusual effects, made in France in the 1920s. Shade is still in good condition. Mino...
Alabaster
French Iron and Alabaster Fixture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Finely wrought iron and alabaster fixture featuring flowers, leaves, and pods. Four lights, newly wired.
Alabaster, Iron
Art Deco Variegated Alabaster & Bronze Pendant Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Deco Variegated Alabaster & Bronze Pendant Chandelier originates from France, Circa 1925.
Alabaster
French Art Deco Alabaster Chandelier, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Art Deco chandelier. Striking French design from the 1930s. Original patinated bronze and rope frame with five original alabaster shades and one large alabaster ...
Alabaster, Bronze
A French Carved Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940's French carved alabaster pendant light fixture with 4 interior lights.
Alabaster
French Bronze and Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Enhance the ambiance of any space with this French Bronze and Alabaster Chandelier. Handcrafted in France in the 1990s, the stunning bronze and alabaster materials add a touch of ele...
Alabaster, Bronze
French Art Deco Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French carved alabaster light fixtue with 4 interior lights. Measurements: Drop: 9" Diameter: 20"
Alabaster
Early 20th Century French Alabaster and Gilt Bronze Pendant or Light Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and practical pendant in beautiful colors. This wonderful and all-handcrafted light fixture from early 1900s Europe is another great example of the quality of the workmanshi...
Alabaster, Bronze
1925 French Art Deco Chandelier Alabaster
By Paul Follot
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
1925 French Art Deco chandelier alabaster attributed to Paul Follot. Important and highly unusual French Art Deco alabaster chandelier attributed to Paul Follot with original nickel...
Alabaster, Bronze
Hand carved French white+ grey alabaster w/carved detail, alabaster canopy +cord
Located in New York City, NY
Elegant and authentic French Art Deco alabaster pendant chandelier, masterfully carved in a graceful bowl silhouette with sculpted rim surround.
Alabaster, Brass
French Empire Bronze and Alabaster Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A French circa 1900 cast and gilt bronze seven-light chandelier with alabaster base. Measurements: Diameter 28" Minimum drop 28" Present drop 36" (adjustable).
Alabaster, Bronze
French Empire Style Alabaster & Brass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A French Empire style Alabaster and Brass Chandelier in gold finish. Imported, circa 2000. Dimensions: 27” W x 36” Drop H
Alabaster, Brass
Domed tortoise shell alabaster pendant fixture / coupe / plafonnier
Located in New York City, NY
An original, unelectrified French Art Deco alabaster bowl shape pendant with a beautiful pattern of golden honey, burnt orange, amber, brick red and cognac colored contrasting areas...
Alabaster
French Art Deco Alabaster and Wood Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940s French four-light chandelier with wood, alabaster and nickel-plated body. Measurements: Diameter 37" Min. drop 26".
Alabaster
Alabaster Chandelier, 9 Lights, France, circa 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
Alabaster chandelier. 9 lights (6 outside & 3 inside dome). France, circa 1920 Dimensions: Height 47", diameter 40" CW2665.
Alabaster, Bronze
Marcel VASSEUR Large Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier, 1920
By Marcel Vasseur
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Large French Art Deco Pendant with Exceptionally Thick Alabaster Shade by Marcel Vasseur, Paris, ca. 1920.
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
Rare French Art Deco Wrought-Iron Snake and Alabaster Pendant Chandelier
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Chandelier, 1928 – Alabaster Shade with Wrought Iron Frame. This rare and exceptional French Art Deco chandelier, made in 1928, features a magnificent alabaster shade...
Wrought Iron
French Directoire Style Alabaster Flushmount Ceiling Light
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Alabaster flush mount ceiling light with aged patinated brass fittings in the Directoire style. Wired for US, uses two standard size bulbs.
Alabaster, Brass
French Art Deco Alabaster Looking Art Glass Pendant Lantern, 1920-1930
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Art Deco high-releaf marbled glass pendant or lantern, France, circa 1920-1930. Art glass with a high relief rim with vine leaf motifs in shape of carved alabaster with beautiful bla...
Brass
Neoclassical Alabaster Chandelier with Bronze Rosette, France, 1920
By Art Decor
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Neoclassical alabaster chandelier. Made with an alabaster frame, bronze rosette, and silk cords. France, circa 1920.
Alabaster
Timeless Art Deco white & Black Alabaster Pendant, Early 20th Century
Located in Helsinki, FI
A timeless Art Deco ceiling pendant in metal and white alabaster with black and dark organic stripes.
Alabaster, Metal
Pair of French Carved Alabaster Fixtures, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1950's French carved alabaster light fixtures with 3 Edison interior lights. Priced and Sold individually. Measurements: Diameter: 24" Height of bowl: 6.5"
Alabaster
$5,875Sale Price / item|10% Off
'Block' Alabaster Pendant Light in the Manner of Pierre Chareau
By Maison Paname, Pierre Chareau
Located in Glendale, CA
'Block' Alabaster Pendant Light in the Manner of Pierre Chareau Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mesiere, who meti...
Alabaster, Steel
Alabaster Pendant Light by Garnier et Linker, Brass Stem, Minimalist
By Garnier et Linker
Located in Paris, FR
Alabaster pendant light This pendant light by Garnier & Linker is composed out of a lamp shade in alabaster hung by dark natural brass patina stem.
Alabaster, Brass
Alabaster and Gilt Bronze Plafonnier, French Early 1900s
Located in London, GB
This decorative plafonnier was made in France in the early 1900s. A gorgeous amber colour alabaster shade is supported by gilt bronze chain linked to three decorative attachments. ...
Alabaster, Metal
Art Deco Alabaster Chandelier, Bronze & Silverplated, France, 1920
By Art Decor
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Alabaster Art Deco hanging light. Silverplated chains and canopy. France, CIRCA 1920.
Alabaster, Bronze
20th Century French Art Deco Alabaster Ring Chandelier
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
20th Century French Art Deco period alabaster ring, six light chandelier. Of rare form with the original gilt rope structure. Circa 1930.
Alabaster, Metal
Neo Classical Alabaster Pendant / Chandelier Silver Bronze Renaissance Revival
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous Neoclassical alabaster chandelier / pendant. Fully hand carved alabaster shade with gorgeous colors and grain.
Alabaster, Silver, Bronze
Large Beautiful Timeless & Colorful Alabaster & Bronze Chandelier Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Timeless antique light fixture with a stunning “ flameboyant “ alabaster shade. Thanks to its timeless design, its large size and its very good condition (one hairline on the inside...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Set of French Carved Alabaster Fixtures. Sold Individually.
Located in New York, NY
Set of six circa 1950's French carved alabaster light fixtures with 3 Edison interior lights and patinated bronze chain and canopy. Sold & priced individually. Measurements: Di...
Alabaster, Bronze
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
Monumental French Bronze and Alabaster Empire Style Chandelier
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This monumental French bronze and alabaster Empire style chandelier is a breathtaking statement of grandeur, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance. Featuring a finely carved alabaster...
Alabaster, Bronze
French Art Deco, Classical Rope & Alabaster Ceiling Light, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
This exceptional art deco ceiling lamp is a rare French classical alabaster pendant dating to the early 20th century, exemplifying fine craftsmanship and timeless design.
Alabaster, Metal
French Art Deco Alabaster and Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
This antique alabaster and gilt bronze light has beautiful frosted glass shades. The color of the alabaster is beautiful and the proportions are nice. The light has been wired in ...
Alabaster, Bronze
$6,895Sale Price|30% Off
20th Century French Wrought Iron and Alabaster Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
20th century French chandelier in the Art Nouveau/Deco Transition style. Made of hand-wrought iron. Hand chased foliage and sinuous vines. Old deeply colored alabaster bowl. Three si...
Alabaster, Iron
Large French Art Deco, Black & White Alabaster & Silk Cord Light, 1930s, France
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful Ar Deco Chandelier hand crafted of Alabaster in 1930s, France. Made in a very elegant yet simple manner, without many unnecessary details - that makes the chandelier very m...
Alabaster, Bronze
Art Deco Hanging Light, Bronze & Alabaster, France, Circa 1920
By Art Decor
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Bronze and alabaster Art Deco hanging light. Silverplated structure and canopy with alabaster shades. France, CIRCA 1920.
Alabaster, Bronze
Pair of French Carved Alabaster Light Fixtures, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1940's French carved alabaster pendant light fixtures with three interior lights.
Alabaster
French Empire Revival Alabaster & Bronze Chandelier, Early 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Monumental French Empire Revival Chandelier with Alabaster Bowl, Patinated and Gilt Bronze, Early 20th Century An impressive Empire style chandelier, dating from the early 20th cent...
Alabaster, Bronze, Copper
Large Neoclassical Style Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light Fixture, ca. 1890
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large French Neoclassical style alabaster and bronze pendant light fixture, ca. 1890.
Alabaster, Bronze
French 19th Century Neoclassical St. Alabaster and Ormolu Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most impressive French 19th century neo-classical st. alabaster and ormolu eight light, four arm chandelier. The chandelier is centered by an elegant ormolu acorn finial with a fol...
Alabaster, Ormolu
Art Deco Dark Veined Alabaster and Brass Three-Light Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Architectural French Art Deco alabaster pendant chandelier with dramatic dark veining and a sculptural moon-like appearance when illuminated.
Alabaster, Brass
Carved Pink Alabaster French Art Deco Ceiling Light Chandelier
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Antique carved pink and white Alabaster Art Deco ceiling light with the original, hand-knotted rope. The pendant spreads a fantastic ambient light. An absolute eye-catcher even when ...
Alabaster
Large White Alabaster with Black Veins & Bronze Pendant Chandelier, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Neoclassical-style pendant light made of black veined white alabaster with bronze fixtures.
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
1930s French Art Deco Alabaster and Brass Eight Arm Chandelier
Located in London, London
An elegant alabaster and brass ceiling light dating from early to mid-20th century, executed in a refined modernist style. The fixture is composed of a substantial circular alabaster...
Alabaster, Brass
19th Century Large French Ormolu and Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Absolutely gorgeous 19th century French chandelier in the Louis XVI style. Ormolu and brass central columns and supports. Central column surrounded by three laurel wreaths. Three s...
Alabaster, Ormolu
$7,200
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920 French carved alabaster light fixture with interior lights. To be fitted with bronze chains and canopy. Measurements: Diameter: 18" Height: 12"
Alabaster
Very Fine Painted Bronze & Alabaster Chandelier, France, circa 1930
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine painted bronze & Alabaster chandelier. France, circa 1930. 14 Lights (10 outside & 4 inside). Dimensions: Height 38" diameter 26" CW3561.
Alabaster, Bronze
French Polished Alabaster Domed Chandelier
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Stunning French bronze and alabaster chandelier having an elegant motif. Any amount of chain can be added for custom hanging length.
Large magnificent Art Deco fluted alabaster bell shape Pendant Light Fixture
Located in New York City, NY
This magnificent and remarkable circular pendant light is expertly hand-carved from a single solid block of cognac, honey colored alabaster, a natural stone formed by Mother Nature o...
Alabaster, Bronze, Nickel
$22,500Sale Price|25% Off
French 19th Century Antique Bronze Gasolier with Alabaster Bowl
Located in New Orleans, LA
Originally made for gas, this antique gasolier creates a striking visual presence with the simple-yet-elegant designs cut into the bronze. Note the pattern cut into the base of the b...
Alabaster, Bronze
French Neoclassical Style Amber Alabaster and Frosted Glass Chandelier, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Neoclassical amber alabaster chandelier featuring decorative glass shades and bronze accents. An elegant French Neoclassical chandelier from the early 20th century, featuring...
Alabaster, Bronze
Neoclassic Alabaster Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French gilt bronze and alabaster eight-arm chandelier. Measurements: Current drop: 39" Diameter: 25" Minimum drop: 29"
Alabaster, Bronze
Antique Diminutive French Alabaster Plafonnier Brass Ceiling. C.1910
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century diminutive alabaster plafonnier pendant light. c.1910 Off-white coloured alabaster with a swirled array of natural marbling. Smaller in proportions and well su...
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.
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