$238 / item
H 3.15 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
BULB Hemisphere Ceiling Lamp Small with Dark Grey Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$238 / item
H 3.15 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
BULB Hemisphere Ceiling Lamp Small with Dark Red Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$238 / item
H 5.52 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
BULB Cone Ceiling Lamp Small with Yellow Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$238 / item
H 5.52 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
BULB Cone Ceiling Lamp Small with Dark Grey Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$238 / item
H 5.52 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
BULB Cone Ceiling Lamp Small with Dark Red Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$238 / item
H 5.52 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
BULB Cone Ceiling Lamp Small with Black Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
BULB Sphere Ceiling Lamp Small with Yellow Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$238 / item
H 5.52 in Dm 5.52 in
BULB Sphere Ceiling Lamp Small with Dark Red Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$238 / item
H 5.52 in Dm 5.52 in
BULB Sphere Ceiling Lamp Small with Dark Grey Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
BULB Sphere Ceiling Lamp Small with Black Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$305 / item
H 9.06 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
BULB Hemisphere Ceiling Lamp Medium with Dark Grey Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$305 / item
H 9.06 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
BULB Hemisphere Ceiling Lamp Medium with Dark Red Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$305 / item
H 9.06 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
BULB Hemisphere Ceiling Lamp Medium with Black Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$305 / item
H 9.06 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
BULB Hemisphere Ceiling Lamp Medium with Yellow Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$305 / item
H 9.06 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
BULB Cone Ceiling Lamp Medium with Black Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$305 / item
H 9.06 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
BULB Cone Ceiling Lamp Medium with Dark Grey Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$305 / item
H 9.06 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
BULB Cone Ceiling Lamp Medium with Dark Red Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
$305 / item
H 9.06 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
BULB Cone Ceiling Lamp Medium with Yellow Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
BULB Sphere Ceiling Lamp Medium with Dark Red Cable.
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
BULB Sphere Ceiling Lamp Medium with Dark Grey Cable
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
BULB Sphere Ceiling Lamp Medium with Black Cable by Pedro Sottomayor
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
BULB Sphere Ceiling Lamp Medium with Yellow Cable
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
geometric form and a soft, atmospheric glow. Crafted as a full glass enclosure, the sphere gently diffuses
Blown Glass
Sottovoce Horizontal Black Brass Chandelier
Located in Milan, IT
, this horizontal chandelier balances geometric precision with understated elegance. Its six shades are
Brass
Alda Pine Ceiling Light Swedish 1970s
Located in Debrecen, HU
gives the piece a warm, architectural presence, while the geometric grid structure houses multiple
Metal
Ettore Sottsass Set of Ceiling Lights, Model Manifesto
Located in New York, NY
ironic forms. Memphis pieces combined geometric abstraction with pop culture references, deliberately
Metal
Vintage Woven Rattan Dime Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
living with the structured geometric appeal of 1970s Organic Modernism. The intricate, tight weave
Metal
Mid-Century Pottery Pendant
Located in Brooklyn, NY
geometric cutouts. On/off switch at the top, single medium base socket, brass trim. (Please confirm item
Pottery
$1,399 / item
H 16.5 in W 15.35 in D 12.6 in
Louis Weisdorf 'Multi-Lite' Pendant Lamp in Chrome for GUBI
By Gubi, Louis Weisdorf
Located in Glendale, CA
and geometrical pendant lamp is comprised of two mobile shades that can be rotated independently to
Chrome, Metal
Brass & Glass Chandelier Model ER 174 by Itsu, Finland, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Karis, Nyland
around a geometric cross-form structure in polished brass, supporting four elongated opaline glass shades
Brass
Vintage Industrial Style Metal and Glass Lantern
Located in Marbella, ES
geometric structure are reminiscent of traditional industrial and railway lanterns, combining functionality
Iron
$937Sale Price|25% Off
H 32 in Dm 13.25 in
Sciolari of Italy 1960s Gold Plate & Crystal Prism Petite Chandelier
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in Montclair, NY
magnifying effect. The gold plate round frame has a geometric modernist design like a crown. Additionally
Crystal, Gold Plate
Italian Art Deco Chandelier in Glass and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
combination of fluid forms and geometric clarity evokes Art Deco sophistication at its fullest.
Brass
Pair of Venini Murano Glass Pendant Lamps by Carlo Scarpa, 1950s
By Carlo Scarpa, Venini
Located in Piacenza, Italy
threads enclosed within the transparent glass creates a subtle geometric texture, enhancing the diffusion
Glass
French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier Signed by E J G
Located in Long Island City, NY
in clear frosted glass with streamlined details. Each glass shade is rests on a matching geometric
Bronze
1960s Pendants with Adjustable Height by Kamenicky Senov
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Surrey, BC
shade with a subtle geometric pressed pattern, paired with a contrasting black enameled metal gallery
Glass
$4,796
H 10.24 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Pendant “Kassablanka” by Simon Henningsen for Lyfa, Denmark, 1960s
By Lyfa
Located in Karlstad, SE
chrome version of the Kassablanka model features a bold, geometric construction composed of layered metal
Chrome
1970s Gaetano Sciolari Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by Stilkronen
By Stilkronen, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Aci Castello, IT
forms, geometric shapes, and innovative use of materials. The Domus chandelier embodies these design
Chrome, Brass
Cuspide White Glass Chandelier
By MM Lampadari
Located in Milan, IT
A schematic representation of an intersection between geometric shapes, linear and solid, yet
Metal
Art Deco Gilt and Blown Glass Lantern, France circa 1910-20
Located in Merida, Yucatan
*Small Art Deco Lantern, France, Early 20th Century* Circa 1920s Geometric Art Deco lantern
Brass, Bronze
$5,995
H 43.31 in Dm 24.41 in
Mid Century Modern "Hook" Chandelier in Murano glass by Vistosi, Italy 1980s
By Vistosi
Located in Beograd, RS
cascade naturally and form a dense yet airy silhouette. The interplay between the precise geometric frame
Metal
$2,566
H 31.11 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Multicolored Pressed Glass & Brass Pendant Lantern, Scandinavia, circa 1940s-50s
Located in PUTTEN, NL
objects that stops a room in its tracks. Geometric in structure yet warm and jewel-like in character, it
Brass
$5,450
H 41.5 in W 12 in D 12 in
"Mercury" Pendant Light by Robert A.M. Architects for Remains Lighting
By Remains Lighting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
interior candelabra sockets arranged around a sculptural central stem. The geometric square form, visible
Nickel
$1,019
H 15.75 in Dm 23.63 in
Elegant Height Adjustable Pendant Light by Cosack Leuchten, Germany, 1970s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Cork, IE
the organic curves of Art Nouveau with the geometric shapes of the Art Deco movement. This well
Chrome
1970s Czechoslovak Kamenický Šenov Cut Glass and Chrome Pendant Light
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Praha, CZ
geometric frame, accented by chrome suspension hardware and metal detailing. The faceted glass surfaces
Chrome, Metal
Six-Arm Art Deco Chandelier in Chrome and Sandblasted Glass, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
interior, offering a bold geometric presence and refined historical character. Condition: Excellent
Chrome
1960's Mid Century Modern Cascading Pendant Chandelier
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Lucite in a geometric woven pattern. Gleaming brass chain and large ceiling cap. Porcelain sockets. This
Lucite
Vintage Hexagonal Hanging Lantern Solid Brass Foyer Pendant Light
Located in Delray Beach, FL
statement piece. Geometric Design: Elegant six-sided (hexagonal) glass panel construction offers a unique
Brass
$2,122 / item
H 42.13 in Dm 6.3 in
Churros Model 3 Pendant Light in Painted Wood, Metal & Vegetable Leather by KIMU
Located in Geneve, CH
complex yet geometrically arranged forms repeatedly outline themselves in lines, leading to the creation
Metal
$1,630 / item
H 27.17 in Dm 3.94 in
Churros Model 4 Pendant Light in Painted Wood, Metal & Vegetable Leather by KIMU
Located in Geneve, CH
complex yet geometrically arranged forms repeatedly outline themselves in lines, leading to the creation
Metal
$2,002 / item
H 42.13 in Dm 3.94 in
Churros Model 3 Pendant Light in Painted Wood, Metal & Vegetable Leather by KIMU
Located in Geneve, CH
complex yet geometrically arranged forms repeatedly outline themselves in lines, leading to the creation
Metal
$1,630 / item
H 27.17 in Dm 3.94 in
Churros Model 4 Pendant Light in Painted Wood, Metal & Vegetable Leather by KIMU
Located in Geneve, CH
complex yet geometrically arranged forms repeatedly outline themselves in lines, leading to the creation
Metal
$2,254 / item
H 42.13 in Dm 6.3 in
Churros Model 3 Pendant Light in Painted Wood, Metal & Vegetable Leather by KIMU
Located in Geneve, CH
complex yet geometrically arranged forms repeatedly outline themselves in lines, leading to the creation
Metal
$2,254 / item
H 42.13 in Dm 6.3 in
Churros Model 3 Pendant Light in Painted Wood, Metal & Vegetable Leather by KIMU
Located in Geneve, CH
complex yet geometrically arranged forms repeatedly outline themselves in lines, leading to the creation
Metal
$2,002 / item
H 42.13 in Dm 3.94 in
Churros Model 3 Pendant Light in Painted Wood, Metal & Vegetable Leather by KIMU
Located in Geneve, CH
complex yet geometrically arranged forms repeatedly outline themselves in lines, leading to the creation
Metal
$1,750 / item
H 27.17 in Dm 6.3 in
Churros Model 4 Pendant Light in Painted Wood, Metal & Vegetable Leather by KIMU
Located in Geneve, CH
complex yet geometrically arranged forms repeatedly outline themselves in lines, leading to the creation
Metal
$2,122 / item
H 42.13 in Dm 6.3 in
Churros Model 3 Pendant Light in Painted Wood, Metal & Vegetable Leather by KIMU
Located in Geneve, CH
complex yet geometrically arranged forms repeatedly outline themselves in lines, leading to the creation
Metal
$1,750 / item
H 27.17 in Dm 6.3 in
Churros Model 4 Pendant Light in Painted Wood, Metal & Vegetable Leather by KIMU
Located in Geneve, CH
complex yet geometrically arranged forms repeatedly outline themselves in lines, leading to the creation
Metal
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.
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.