19th Century Italian 6 Bulb Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Immerse your space in the opulence of the 19th Century with this resplendent Italian gilt
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
19th Century Italian 6 Bulb Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Immerse your space in the opulence of the 19th Century with this resplendent Italian gilt
Metal
19th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Six Candles Chandelier
Located in Paris, FR
Large decorative forged iron chandelier, late 19th century. Forged in France, circa 1890, the large
Iron
Gothic Revival Brass Church Sanctuary Lamp Candle Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gothic style, dating from 19th century France. This masterpiece is designed to hold 6 candles and exudes
Brass
$3,950
H 20 in Dm 18 in
Jewel of an English 19th C Silver and Cobalt Blue Glass 6 Arm Candle Chandelier
Located in Hopewell, NJ
blue glass. The 6 arms are currently for candles, but could easily be electrified for additional cost
Silver Plate
Mid 19th Century Brass Chandelier
Located in London, GB
from solid brass and dating back to the mid-19th century, it's a piece that's sure to be a conversation
Brass
Antique Swedish 6-Arm Chandelier
Located in Sheffield, MA
Large, elegant and impressive, newly restored antique Swedish Gustavian style chandelier with 6
Wood
19th Century Gold Bronze Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
wired and certified ready to install. 12 - 6" was candle covers with dips which gives it that look of
Bronze
French 19th Century Brass & Crystal Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A petite French 6-light brass and crystal chandelier from the 1800’s. Cut crystal drops and crystal
Crystal, Brass
French 19th Century Gothic Style Bronze Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A stunning 6-light Byzantine/Gothic-style bronze chandelier from France, 19th century if not
Bronze
Baltic 19th Century Rock Crystal Chandelier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 15 light 4 tier chandelier in bronze and rock crystal. An outer ring of 12 gilt drip
Rock Crystal, Bronze
French 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Ceramic Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French 19th century slender chandelier made of cast, gilt bronze and accented with a spike at the
Metal
$26,080
H 53.15 in Dm 21.66 in
19th Century French Art Nouveau Empire Caryatid, Gilt Bronze & Beaded Chandelier
Located in Coimbra, PT
ornaments and garlands, France, 19th century. Porcelain caryatid and opaline white glass candles
Crystal, Bronze
$26,080
H 53.15 in Dm 21.66 in
19th Century French Art Nouveau Empire Caryatid, Gilt Bronze & Beaded Chandelier
Located in Coimbra, PT
ornaments and garlands, France, late 19th century. Porcelain caryatid and opaline white glass candles
Crystal, Bronze
Rare 6 light Georgian Chandelier in Crystal c1870
Located in London, GB
buttons festoon out to the 6 arms. Below the central dish hangs a diamond cut finial. The chandelier is
Crystal
$5,600Sale Price|46% Off
H 48.5 in Dm 22 in
19th Century Rare Pale Yellow Crystal Drops Birdcage Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
-1800s and was originally lit with candles. We electrified it with 6 lights on the arms and one center
Crystal, Metal, Brass
$1,150
H 27.6 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in
Antique 19th Century Empire Gilt Bronze Six Light Chandelier Floral Decoration
Located in Sweden, SE
A fine Empire style gilt bronze six-light chandelier of European origin, authentic second half 19th
Brass, Bronze
Antique French Louis XVI Style 6-Light Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Antique (19th century) bronze chandelier in the French Louis XVI neoclassical style with
Bronze
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 37 in W 29 in D 23 in
French Gothic Style Wrought Iron 6 Arms Rectangular Chandelier or Pendant
Located in Plainview, NY
An exceptional 19th century French gothic style chandelier or pendant. The medieval style
Wrought Iron
$7,450
H 35 in Dm 24 in
Antique Baroque-Style 6-Light Chandelier with Fine Cut & Beveled Crystal Prisms
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
An exquisite mid 19th century baroque-style chandelier with bronze armature offering six (6) lights
Crystal, Bronze
6 Branch Iron Candelier Hung with Coloured Crystal Fruits
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
chandelier is in good condition and and is lit with candles, so it may require to be installed with a pulley
Crystal
French Bronze Crystal Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
French bronze crystal chandelier, 6 lights, 4" wax candle covers, American wired.
Crystal, Brass
$9,260
H 60.24 in Dm 34.65 in
Large Chandelier (h153cm) Pearl Bag, Or Hot Air Balloon, Late 19th Early 20th Ce
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Large chandelier called "bag of pearls" or hot air balloon, with chains of faceted pearls The crown
Bronze
$16,226Sale Price|30% Off
H 61.03 in Dm 39.38 in
Louis XV Crystal Gilt-Bronze Twenty Six Light Oversized Chandelier
Located in Lisbon, PT
A Classic Louis XV style large chandelier having 6 arms and 26 lamps (18 in the arms, 6 below, 1
Crystal, Metal, Brass, Bronze
English Georgian Crystal Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
German crystal. 12 lights chandelier with, 6 - 6" resin candle covers.
Crystal
$4,454
H 55 in Dm 27.5 in
Large & Stunning Antique Fine Bronze Gothic Revival 12 Light Chandelier Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted and truly beautiful Gothic chandelier for candles. In antiques it often is the case
Brass, Bronze
$9,343
H 34 in Dm 22 in
Awesome Antique Bronze Gothic Revival 9 Light Chandelier with Phoenix Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
this entirely gilt chandelier in the true Medieval style with candles in it, but we can also completely
Gold, Bronze
Iron and Crystal Fruit Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
clear and light brown. Chandelier comes with 6 - 4" resin candle covers, and 6 shades.
Crystal, Iron
Iron and Gilt Tole Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
clear, chandelier comes with 6 - 6" white resin candle covers.
Crystal, Iron
$9,400 / set
H 49.61 in Dm 36.23 in
Large Pair of Spanish Empire Style 7-Light Crystal-Cut Chandeliers
Located in Berlin, DE
crystal-cut drops are suspended from the top over two tiers issuing 6 scrolled candle arms and one
Crystal, Metal
$67,633
H 55.12 in Dm 43.31 in
Large beautiful Baccarat and Rock Crystal Frencht chandelier with 36 light
Located in London, GB
plus 6 pygmy bulb chandelier. Embellished with bronze bobeches, from which large rock crystal plaques
Rock Crystal, Bronze
Large and Striking Antique Bronze & Brass Gothic Revival Torches Chandelier
Located in Lisse, NL
the crown on top. This large and high Gothic chandelier comes with five torch-design candle holders
Brass, Bronze, Iron
Gilt-Bronze and Crystal Chandelier in Louis XV Style, circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisitely-designed gilt-bronze and cut-crystal chandelier in the Louis XV style, with six(6
Crystal, Bronze
$5,626Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.53 in Dm 37.41 in
Large Wrought Iron Chandelier with Dragons, Italy, circa 1900
By Alessandro Mazzucotelli
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Superb and impressive wrought iron chandelier / pendant composed of 6 winged dragons each holding a
Wrought Iron
$9,963 / set
H 17.72 in W 11.03 in D 9.45 in
Clock Set, Bronze, Rouge Griotte, Etc, France, 19th C. After Clodion
Located in Madrid, ES
Clock garnish and two candlesticks. Bronze, rouge griotte marble. France, 19th century, following
Griotte Marble, Bronze, Other
$5,500 / set
H 17.5 in W 6 in D 10 in
Pair of Baroque Style Silvered Bronze Rock Crystal Wall Sconce Attrib Caldwell
By Maison Baguès
Located in Forney, TX
electric light fixtures and decorative metalwork from the late 19th to the mid-20th centuries. Founded in
Rock Crystal, Bronze
$17,910 / set
H 22 in W 11 in D 8 in
An Exceptional Pair of Ormolu and Glass Triton Wall Lights by Lerolle of Paris
By Lerolle
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
international exhibitions in the mid to late 19th century, the first being the 1849 Exhibition of Agricultural
Ormolu
19th Century Brass Chandelier with 6 Arms, 12 Candles
Located in Liverpool, GB
19th century brass chandelier with 6 arms - 12 candles A 6-arm, 12-candle, brass chandelier with
Crystal, Brass
French 19th Century Gilded Bronze 6-Light Antique Chandelier
Located in Chester, GB
A quality French gilded bronze 6-light antique chandelier, the barley twist tapering scrolling arms
Bronze
Crystal and Bronze 6 Light Chandelier
Located in Woodbury, CT
Antique French 6 light gilded and patinated chandelier. Strands of graduated lozenge shaped
Crystal, Ormolu
Unavailable
H 18.12 in Dm 22.45 in
Mazarin Bronze Chandelier Antique 19th century Louis XIV style chandelier.
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
Mazarin bronze chandelier Antique chandelier from the 19th century in the style of Louis XIV
Bronze
French Mid-19th Century F. Barbedienne Antique Bronze Chandelier
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in Chester, GB
A quality French gilded bronze 6-light antique chandelier, the leaf clad scrolling arms with ornate
Bronze
Very Rare Bronze Chandelier 6-Arm, circa 1900
Located in Liverpool, GB
A huge, 6-arm chandelier! Huge, 6-arm chandelier made of bronze! Dated circa 1900. A monumental
Bronze
English Pair of 6-Light Bronze Antique Chandeliers
Located in Chester, GB
An English pair of bronze 6-light antique chandeliers, the scrolling arms with large stepped
Bronze
French Gilded Bronze and Crystal 19th Century Antique Chandelier
Located in Chester, GB
A French gilded bronze and crystal 7-light birdcage form antique chandelier, the 6 leaf scrolling
Bronze
19th Century Baccarat Louis XV Gilt Bronze and Rock Crystal Chandelier
By Baccarat
Located in Alella, ES
Impressive chandelier with antique finish gilt bronze gilt corona supporting crystal prisms and
Rock Crystal, Bronze
Unavailable
H 31.5 in Dm 20.48 in
Tiny Late 19th Century Gas Chandelier of Elaborately Cast and Gilded Brass
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
typical style of the late 19th century. It has 6 plus 3 candle lights and 3 downward lights under a cast
Crystal, Brass
Unavailable
H 33 in Dm 22 in
6-Light Neoclassical Style Brass and Crystal Chandelier, Sweden, circa 1890
Located in Alexandria, VA
anthemion’s. Originally candle-burning, now skilfully French (externally) wired. Chandelier can be shortened
Crystal, Brass
Unavailable
H 55.12 in Dm 42.92 in
Pair of Rococo Baroque Iron Cast French Chandeliers, Gold Bronzed 6 Flames
Located in Ettlingen, DE
A pair of identical massive cast iron French chandeliers, each six flames, formerly run with
Gold, Iron, Wire
Cast Bronze Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
An original candle fixture with rich details. 24 arms in clusters of 4 lights at the end of 6
French Crystal Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
Cast bronze with ribbon-like delicate arms. 6 major arms with 3 candles on 2 levels per arm (18
An Antique Dore Bronze and Crystal French Chandelier
By Baccarat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
crystals with 6 candle holders which have not yet been electrified. Three dore chains connect to etched
Bronze
19th.C Italian Carved Giltwood chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
This wood chandelier sports 6 large candles and has been restored with the original green painted
Antique Mazarin Pineapple Chandelier
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
. The chandelier is for 6 bulbs with a classic E14 candle thread up to 40 W. Normal, halogen and LED
Bronze
19th Century Italian Empire Crystal Candle Chandelier
Located in Milano, MI
A charming classical Empire style Italian chandelier born for candle lighting, featuring nine arms
Crystal, Iron, Brass
French 19th Century Louis XV Style 6 Light Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
curves of this fine chandelier. The six scrolled candle arms are now U.S. wired making for a beautiful
Mid-19th Century 6-Light Chandelier in Mazarin Style
Located in Paris, FR
Six-light chandelier crafted in Mazarin style. Engraved with a lattice enclosing flowers, an ovoid
Ormolu
French 19th Century Gothic Revival 6 Light Chandelier with Crown
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A gorgeous French Gothic Revival 6 light chandelier with a center crown. The chandelier starts with
Sold
H 34.5 in Dm 24 in
French Empire Period Tole & Bronze 6-light Globe Chandelier, early 19th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
completely original and in unrestored condition this globe chandelier is constructed entirely of
Bronze, Tin
Early 20th century 6 arm brass chandelier
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century 6 arm brass chandelier circa 1910. Functional light fitting that would be ideal
Brass
Early 19th Century Antique Maria Therese Chandelier
Located in London, GB
Experience the timeless elegance of a stunning Maria Theresa 6-arm chandelier from the early 19th
Brass
19th Century Venetian Blown Glass Chandelier
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Exquisite 6-light chandelier of blown glass in a soft pink champagne colour. Decorated with a crown
19th Century 12 Arm Dutch Nickel-Plated Chandelier
Located in Troy, MI
Dramatic 19th century Dutch chandelier has a dozen candle-style lights with 6 on the top tier and 6
French 19th Century Empire Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French 6-light chandelier from the Empire period made of brass and ebonized tole. This fixture has
Brass
Late 19th Century Louis XV Style Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional 6 light chandelier with amber, clear and amythest crystal accents with 3 hand blown
Crystal, Pewter
French 19th Century Brass & Crystal Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A dazzling 19th century French nine-light brass and crystal chandelier to illuminate your dining
Brass
19th Century French Neoclassical, Giltwood Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Wonderful French hand-carved giltwood Neoclassical 6-light chandelier. Having curved graceful arms
Giltwood
French 19th Century Bronze & Crystal Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A petite French 6-light bronze and crystal chandelier from the 1800’s. This statement chandelier
Crystal, Bronze
French 19th Century Petite Crystal Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A petite French 6-light brass and crystal chandelier from the 1800s. Cut crystal drops and swags
Crystal, Brass
French 19th Century Brass & Crystal Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An elegant 6-light brass and crystal chandelier made in France. This chandelier has a brass frame
Crystal, Brass
French 19th Century Polychrome Iron Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A whimsical French 6-light chandelier from the 1800’s has an iron frame with painted ceramic
Iron
Pair of Matching Rock Crystal+Gilt Metal Six-Candle Chandeliers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
and holding six graduated swags of 6-18 crystal buttons and multiple pear-shaped prisms; all attached
Crystal, Metal
Large Late 19th Century French Brass Chandelier
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
. Orginally an oil burning light, later converted to electric. 6 candle sticks for electric lighting
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A spectacular French 19th century Louis XVI style nine light bronze and crystal chandelier–with all
Crystal, Bronze
An Swedish Second Empire Style Giltwood 6-Light Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
An elegant Swedish second empire style giltwood 6-light chandelier; the flared canopy suspending 3
French 19th Century Brass & Crystal 9 Light Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
drops. The purple color really adds depth to this interesting chandelier, 6 candle arms extend around
French 19th Century Empire Marble & Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French Empire chandelier, unique for being carved from a solid block of green marble, decorated
Marble, Bronze
19th Century French Nine–Light Brass and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Barntrup, DE
A stunning crystal and brass chandelier made in France in circa 1880. Originally crafted for 6
Crystal, Brass
Sold
H 47.25 in Dm 31.5 in
Antique Large French Gilded Bronze Cage Chandelier Baccara Lighting and Candles
By Baccarat
Located in Paris, France
A large gilded bronze, cage shaped chandelier illuminated by 9 sconces for a candles and 12
Crystal, Bronze
Swedish 6 light Chandelier with Crystal Prisms, c.1880
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
30" wide with 39" drop 6 Light Chandelier, with candles. Electrified with 6 bulbs mounted to the
Bronze
8228 AN ITALIAN 6 LIGHT CRYSTAL AND TOLE CHANDELIER
Located in New Orleans, LA
6 GILDED IRON CANDLE ARMS WITH DECORATIVE CRYSTAL DROPS. GILDED IRON ROSETTES FORM A CROWN AT THE
Crystal, Iron
Small Antique Italian Giltwood 6-Light Chandelier, Circa 1860
Located in Dallas, TX
The perfect illumination source for a more intimate setting, this small six-light chandelier was
Wood, Giltwood
Sold
H 43.31 in Dm 25.6 in
Pair of Empire Crystal Chandeliers Early 19th Century Italian Genoese Pendants
Located in Milano, MI
chandeliers, dating back to early 19th century of Italian origin, coming from a Genoese private palazzo, North
Crystal, Brass, Iron
A 6 Light French Louis XVI Style Patinated Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A 6 light French Louis XVI style patinated bronze chandelier, the center section with faceted
Crystal, Bronze
Large Aesthetic Eastlake Crystal and Brass 6-Arm Chandelier, circa 1870
Located in Big Flats, NY
A large aesthetic Eastlake hanging chandelier offers crown form brass frame with c-scroll arms
Crystal, Brass
French Empire Style Ormolu Bronze Chandelier with Cut Crystal Bowl, 6 Arms
Located in Plainview, NY
An exquisite 19th Century French Empire style chandelier with 6 arms. The chandelier showcases a
Crystal, Bronze
Sold
H 34 in Dm 30.5 in
Italian Baroque Style 6 Arm and Red Lacquer & Silver Leaf Chandelier, circa 1860
Located in Encinitas, CA
Exceptional and unusual colored Italian Baroque style antique wood chandelier with 6 candelabra
Iron
Sold
Brass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Brass chandelier with 6 arms for candlers.In its original condition - not electrified.
Brass
Murano Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Clear Murano chandelier, beautiful designed, comes with 4" candle covers that gives it that natural
Silver
Swedish Twelve-Light Crystal Chandelier
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
armature. Candle operas have been electrified with 6" wax candle sleeves.
Crystal, Bronze
An English Regency Style Waterfall Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
facetted beads of graduated size draped to round frame having inset beads and issuing 6 candle arms.
Crystal, Ormolu
Original Pair Of Style First Empire Chandeliers
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
, 6 candles
Metal
Antique Napoleon III Chandelier, Gilt and Black Patinated Bronze
Located in Kastrup, DK
Decorative Napoleon III chandelier with 6 arms. Gilded in black patinated bronze with fine details
Bronze
Three-Tier Dutch Brass Chandelier with 18 Lights, c. 1890
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large and elegant Dutch Chandelier in Brass, featuring three tiers of candle-arms & central
Brass
Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier, Circa 1900-1910.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Wrought Iron Chandelier, Circa 1900-1910.
Wrought Iron
Fine 19th Century Iron Chandelier, Originally for Candles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine 19th century iron chandelier, originally for candles, now electrified. CW4251.
Iron
$6,500 / set
H 14.75 in W 6.75 in D 6.75 in
Fine 19th Century French Neo-Gothic Gilt Metal Cathedral Church Reliquary Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning pair of very fine quality French Neo-Gothic gilt metal church reliquaries. circa 1860s Most impressive objets d’art, born in France in the second half of the 19th century...
Brass, Bronze
$2,332
H 51 in Dm 12 in
Antique Gilt Bronze & Brass & Glass Gothic Sanctuary Lamp / Church Candle Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning 19th century Gothic art pendant with shields and gilt scrolling patterns. This late 1800s church relic truly has an aura of religiousness about it. This sanctuary pendant i...
Brass, Bronze, Gold Leaf
$6,750
H 41.5 in W 51 in D 24.75 in
Italian Renaissance Style '19th-20th Century' Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Renaissance style (19th-20th century) wrought iron chandelier with six scroll arm emanating from a filigree oval centre.
Wrought Iron
$33,920
H 70.87 in W 73.23 in D 88.19 in
Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Rare, Spanish Demi-Tester, Baroque Bed With Carved, Green Painted & Gilded Posts 181cm, 6ft High, Floral Painted Leather Headboard, sold with custom made box spring mattress base, ac...
Giltwood, Paint
French 19th Century Renaissance St. Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A large scaled French 19th century Renaissance st. Wrought Iron chandelier. The eleven light chandelier has a bottom half round foliate decorated dome with a central bottom finial an...
Wrought Iron
19th Century Gothic Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Intricate wrought iron, Gothic style chandelier with foliate and floral motif.
Wrought Iron
French 19th Century Iron Chandelier
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Beautiful 19th century French iron chandelier with 8 lights.
Iron
Large Church Antique Torcheres Floor Candlestick for 19 Candles
Located in Antwerp, BE
Brass and enamel multi-light standing candelabra in the Gothic style. The foot is bulbous scroll pattern with enamelled cartouches sitting on three mythical beasts. The candle holder...
Bronze, Brass
$11,487 / set
H 77.96 in Dm 21.66 in
Pair of large brass church candelabra in patinated brass, France circa 1880
By Eugène Emmanuel Viollet Le Duc
Located in Paris, FR
Impressive pair of large neo-Gothic church candelabras with eleven candle holders on three levels, in finely cut brass and bronze, decorated with leaves, flowers, scrolls, lily flowe...
Brass, Bronze
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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