German Lusterweibchen Chandelier
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Antique German Lusterweibchen carved and polychrome wood barmaid and antler chandelier.
Antique Mid-19th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants
Wood
German Lusterweibchen Chandelier
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Antique German Lusterweibchen carved and polychrome wood barmaid and antler chandelier.
Wood
$10,956
H 41.34 in W 34.26 in D 28.35 in
German Lusterweibchen Four-Light Chandelier w. Carved Mermaid Figure and Antlers
Located in Barntrup, DE
This amazing German chandelier features a delicate hand-carved and polychrome hand-painted mythical lady or mermaid with a scaly fishtail. The adorable and handsome lady is holding a...
Metal, Wrought Iron
Antique Lusterweibchen Depicting Lucretia, Germany 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Lusterweibchen Depicting Lucretia, Germany 1900 An impressive antique chandelier depicting Saint Lucretia, the Roman heroine who turns the dagger against herself and commits...
Iron
Antique Lusterweibchen of a Patrician Lady, Germany 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Lusterweibchen of a Patrician Lady, Germany 1900 A finely hand-carved and polychrome painted wooden Lüsterweibchen depicting a seated patrician lady.
Iron
$5,360
H 34.65 in W 13.39 in D 15.75 in
Antique German Pendant Chandelier Wooden Polychrome Lusterweibchen with Lantern
Located in Barntrup, DE
Antique German Pendant Light Wooden Polychrome Lüsterweibchen with Lantern, from circa 1920.
Metal
Antique Lusterweibchen of a Patrician Lady ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Lusterweibchen of a Patrician Lady ca. 1900 An antique lusterweibchen chandelier of a medieval patrician lady holding a heraldig blazon which features the bavarian colors an...
Iron
$8,565
H 24.41 in W 14.57 in D 16.15 in
Late 19th Century Carved Wooden Lüsterweibchen Four-Light Chandelier
Located in Barntrup, DE
Entirely made of wood — including the stylized antlers — this Lüsterweibchen represents an outstanding example of traditional German folk art.
Brass, Metal
$4,335
H 32.29 in W 28.75 in D 33.86 in
German Lustermannchen Carved-Wood Pendant Light with Figural Railway Official
Located in Barntrup, DE
A rare German figural pendant light featuring a carved wooden railway official suspended beneath antlers, executed in the traditional Lustermannchen (Lüsterweibchen) style.
Metal
18th Century "Lusterweibchen" Chandelier
Located in Wels, AT
Masterly carved and painted Baroque "Lusterweibchen" with antler chandelier. Provenience Austria or south of Germany - Bavaria circa 1760-1770.
Wood, Antler
German Lusterweibchen Chandelier Made of Antlers, circa 1860
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Not wired
Wood, Antler
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H 24 in W 30 in D 21 in
19th Century German Lusterweibchen Carved Walnut Polychrome Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This chandelier is in excellent condition with new wiring and has the original hand painted and polychrome finish. A Lusterweibchen or Leuchterweibchen (German, loosely translated: ...
Iron
Lusterweibchen Horn Chandelier
Located in Wiscasset, ME
In the 15th and 16 Century Lusterweibchen become very popular in the German area, especially in southern Germany.
Wood
Antique Carved Wood Harpy "Lusterweibchen"
Located in Berghuelen, DE
an antique antler chandelier with hand-carved and painted lady statue. Named "lusterweibchen" or "lüsterweibchen." Wooden carved statue depicting a woman with fishtail and wings, lik...
Wood, Antler
Lovely Antique Rose Maid Lusterweibchen
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique lusterweibchen statue of a rose maid - made of hand-carved wood. Mounted on a pair of original fallow deer antlers with four hand-forged iron candleholders in the shape of...
Iron
wooden carved lusterweibchen with fishtail 1880
Located in Berghuelen, DE
antique antler chandelier, handcarved and painted lady statue between two original fallow deer antlers. named lusterweibchen or lüsterweibchen. with fishtail and helmet plate.
Wood, Antler
carved wood lusterweibchen chandelier gothical madonna
Located in Berghuelen, DE
an antique black forest antler chandelier - named lusterweibchen or lüsterweibchen. a wooden carved praying madonna in gothical style, blazon with bavarian emblem. attached a pair of...
Wood, Antler
Vintage Carved Wood Beer Waitress Lusterweibchen
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A vintage antler chandelier, hand-carved and painted wood lady statue of a beer carrying waitress with a large pair of original antlers. named "lusterweibchen" or "lüsterweibchen." E...
Iron
Wooden Carved Lusterweibchen with Fishtail 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
antique antler chandelier, handcarved and painted lady statue between two original fallow deer antlers. named lusterweibchen or lüsterweibchen. with fishtail and helmet plate. execut...
Wood, Antler
lovely antique cherub lusterweibchen ca. 1880
Located in Berghuelen, DE
an antique statue of a cherub made of handpainted plaster - mounted on a pair of original fallow deer antlers. with 6 handforged and gilded iron candle holders. the angel is holding ...
Antler, Plaster
Antique Carved Wood Lusterweibchen "Beauty of Ulm"
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique antler chandelier, a hand-carved and painted lady statue-named lusterweibchen or lüsterweibchen-fixed on a large original antler trophy. The archetype of this lusterweibch...
Antler, Wood
Antique Black Forest Carved Wood Lusterweibchen Noblewoman
Located in Berghuelen, DE
an antique antler chandelier. a marvelous handcarved and painted wood statue between two original deer antlers. named lusterweibchen or lüsterweibchen. modelled as a noblewoman with ...
Wood, Antler
Lovely Antique Lusterweibchen of a Lute Playing Lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique lusterweibchen of a lute playing Victorian lady - made of plaster, hand-painted, mounted on a pair of original deer antlers. With four hand-forged metal spouts for candles...
Plaster
Antique Carved Wood Lusterweibchen of a Victorian Lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique antler chandelier, a wooden hand carved and painted statue of a victorian lady fixed on a large pair of original fallow deer antlers. Named lusterweibchen or lüsterweibche...
Iron
antique carved wood lusterweibchen of a victorian noble woman
Located in Berghuelen, DE
an antique antler chandelier. a handcarved and painted wood lady statue of a young noble woman fixed on a pair of original fallow deer antlers. named lusterweibchen or lüsterweibchen...
Wood, Antler
Lovely Antique Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Lady, circa 1920
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique lusterweibchen statue of a medieval lady - made of hand-carved and painted wood - mounted on a pair of original deer antlers with two spouts on the back of the figure (add...
Antler, Wood
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H 29.93 in W 41.34 in D 17.72 in
Antique Mermaid Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Lady with Fishtail, circa 1920
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique lusterweibchen chandelier of a mermaid made of hand-carved and painted wood-mounted on a pair of original deer antlers. With four iron fixtures on the antlers, spouts in t...
Antler, Wood
Lusterweibchen “Diana” Goddess of the Hunt with Antlers and Metal Work
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Lusterweibchen “Diana” goddess of the hunt with antlers and metal work.
Wood
Large Antique German Lüsterweibchen, Antler Chandelier, 19th
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A huge, spectacular late 19th German "Lüsterweibchen" 6- light chandelier. One of the biggest size hand - carved wooden and iron antler chandelier with coat of arms.
Iron
Large Antique German Lüsterweibchen, Antler Chandelier, 19th
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A huge, spectacular late 19th German "Lüsterweibchen" 6- light chandelier. One of the biggest size ( 16 ender antlers) hand - carved lime wooden and wrought iron antler chandelier wi...
Iron
Gorgeous Baroque Mermaid Lusterweibchen Germany, 18th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A wonderful antique 18th century lüsterweibchen. An elaborate carved and large mermaid statue attached to an impressive pair of stag antlers. Four hand forged iron spouts for candles...
Iron
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H 35.44 in W 44.89 in D 35.44 in
Exceptional Wooden Lusterweibchen "Beauty of Ulm", Germany, circa 1870
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Blazons with crests of the city of Ulm and Wurtemberg. Executed in Germany, circa 1870. The archetype of this lusterweibchen is the world famous "beauty of ulm", carved by Michel ...
Wood
Antique Victorian Lusterweibchen, circa 1860
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique lusterweibchen of a Victorian lady holding an apple. The statue is made of wood and attached to a pair of original fallow deer antlers.
Wood
Great Wooden Carved Mermaid Lusterweibchen
Located in Berghuelen, DE
This extra-ordinary lusterweibchen is made completely from wood without any antlers. A hand-carved and hand-painted statue of a beautiful mermaid with a trident in the right hand. Ex...
Wood
Antique Lüsterweibchen of a Mermaid
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A wonderful antique lüsterweibchen with a carved wooden sculpture of a mermaid with fishtail. The maid is holding a flower and a heraldic blazon. Mounted on the sculpture are a pair ...
Iron
Antique Lüsterweibchen of a Victorian Lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A rare antique lüsterweibchen chandelier with a plaster sculpture of a Victorian lady with original Virginia deer antlers and 2 iron spouts for candles. Executed circa 1900. Measu...
Iron
Lovely Antique Diana Lusterweibchen with Fishtail
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique statue of a diana - goddess of the hunt - made of hand-painted plaster - mounted on a pair of original fallow deer antlers. with 4 hand-forged iron candleholders. Manufact...
Iron
antique wooden lusterweibchen of a victorian lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
an antique antler chandelier - a wooden statue of a victorian lady with fishtail - named lusterweibchen or lüsterweibchen. handcarved, handpainted and fixed on a pair of original fal...
Antler, Wood
Antique Carved Wood Lusterweibchen with Real Antlers
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique antler chandelier a hand-carved and painted noble lady statue - named lusterweibchen or lüsterweibchen - fixed on a large original antler trophy. On the base a blazon with...
Antler, Wool
Rare Antique Lüsterweibchen of a Victorian Lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A rare antique lüsterweibchen chandelier with a papier-mâché sculpture of a Victorian lady with original antlers. Executed, circa 1890. Measures: Length: 27.56" (70cm) Width 35.4...
Paper
Lovely Antique Lute Plaining Lüsterweibchen, circa 1850
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A wonderful antique lüsterweibchen with a carved wooden sculpture of a lute playing Victorian lady. mounted on the sculpture are a hand carved heraldic blazon, a pair of original fal...
Iron
Antique Handcarved Lusterweibchen of an Angel ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Handcarved Lusterweibchen of an Angel ca. 1900 A lovely antique lusterweibchen chandelier depicting a fanfare playing angel.
Iron
Antique Carved Wood Lusterweibchen of a Victorian Lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique antler chandelier, a hand-carved and painted statue of a Victorian lady fixed on a large pair of original stag antlers. Named Lusterweibchen or Lüsterweibchen. Executed, c...
Wood, Antler
Antique Carved Wooden Lusterweibchen of a Victorian Lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique wooden hand carved and painted statue of a Victorian lady fixed on a large pair of original fallow deer antlers. named lusterweibchen or lüsterweibchen, executed circa 190...
Iron
Wooden Carved Lüsterweibchen of a Lute Playing Lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A small wooden carved antique Lüsterweibchen chandelier with a medieval lady playing the lute, original deer antlers, four hand-forged iron spouts for candles and a hand-forged suspe...
Wood
Antique Lüsterweibchen of a Lute Playing Medieval Lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A wooden carved antique lüsterweibchen chandelier with a medieval lady playing the lute, large original deer antlers, six hand-forged iron spouts with candle style electrification (c...
Wood
Antique Carved Wood Lusterweibchen of a Victorian Lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A wooden hand carved and painted statue of a Victorian lady fixed on a large pair of original stag antlers. named Lusterweibchen or Lüsterweibchen, executed circa 1920 with hand forg...
Iron
Antique Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Noble Lady ca. 1880s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
From the second half of the 19th century until the beginning of World War I a fashionable domicile was equipped with a lusterweibchen. An industry of lusterweibchen manufacturers evo...
Metal
Antique Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Court Lady ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
From the second half of the 19th century until the beginning of World War I a fashionable domicile was equipped with a lusterweibchen. An industry of lusterweibchen manufacturers evo...
Iron
Antique Lusterweibchen of a Victorian Noble Lady, circa 1920
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique lusterweibchen of a Victorian lady holding a hatchment which depicts an ibex relief.
Plaster
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H 27.56 in W 15.36 in D 31.5 in
Lusterweibchen Hand-Carved Hand-Painted with Stately Real Antlers
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A beautiful lusterweibchen with handsome hand-carved and hand-painted wooden lady carrying a blazon. The lady is wearing a playful head with red roses and the wooden body of the scul...
Wood
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H 27.56 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
Rare Antique Chandelier with Lüsterweibchen of a Victorian Meermaid
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A rare antique lüsterweibchen chandelier with a wooden carved sculpture of a Victorian lady with fishtail and original antlers. Hand-forged iron spouts with cabling which was replace...
Wood
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H 20 in W 29 in D 21 in
Antique Hand-Carved Wooden Lusterweibchen Sculpture Chandelier with Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
For collectors of Black Forest antiques and for collectors of rare and well-crafted, decorative light fixtures, we also have this striking Lusterweibchen pendant. This type of light ...
Wood
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H 43.31 in W 28.75 in D 16.93 in
Antique Antler Chandelier with Carved Wood Figurine "Lusterweibchen"
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A very beautiful antique antler chandelier called "Lusterweibchen" or "Lusterweiberl" from Austria or South Germany.
Antler, Wood
Wooden Carved Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Noble Lady ca. 1910
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Wooden Carved Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Noble Lady ca. 1910 An antique chandelier - a so-called lusterweibchen - with a hand-carved and painted statue of a medieval lady holding ...
Iron
Wooden Carved Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Noble Lady ca. 1890
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Wooden Carved Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Noble Lady ca. 1890 Item e7359 An antique wood carved lusterweibchen chandelier with a stained statue of a medieval lady holding a coat of ...
Iron
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H 37.41 in W 27.56 in D 35.44 in
Antique Carved Wood Lusterweibchen of a Victorian Lady, circa 1890
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Item e6182 A wooden handcarved and painted statue of a victorian noble woman. Fixed on a large pair of original deer antlers. Named lusterweibchen or lüsterweibchen, executed circa ...
Wood
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H 39.38 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Antique Carved Wood Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Lady, circa 1890
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Item e6184 A wooden hand carved and painted statue of a two tailed meermaid representing a medieval lady. Fixed on a large pair of original deer antlers. Named lusterweibchen or lüs...
Wood
German Lüsterweibchen with a Polychrome Carved Woman
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
A German Lüsterweibchen, or "Little Chandelier Woman," is a chandelier consisting of antlers arranged horizontally with a female figure placed at one end.
Antler, Wood
Two-Light German Lüsterweibchen with a Polychrome Carved Woman
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
A German Lüsterweibchen, or "Little Chandelier Woman," is a chandelier consisting of antlers arranged horizontally with a female figure placed at one end.
Brass
Antique Lusterweibchen Chandelier With Antlers
Located in Dallas, TX
This would also be ideal for commercial use in a lodge, restaurant or pub. German Lüsterweibchen Lusterweibchen. TO SEE ADDITIONAL PHOTOS
Lusterweibchen Chandelier, circa 1800
Located in Evergreen, CO
German chandelier, circa 1800. The literal translation of Lusterweibchen is "little woman chandelier."
Metal
19th Century Polychrome Lüsterweibchen
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
A Lu¨sterweibchen of female form in a richly colored dress and upturned head wrap, with a shield form on the base that depicts an idyllic image of two cherubs smelling roses on a gar...
Antler, Wood
19th Century German Lüsterweibchen of Polychrome Woman with Shield
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
A German Lüsterweibchen chandelier of polychrome painted wood and antler.
Antler, Wood
$1,675
H 20.87 in W 17.33 in D 11.42 in
Antique Black Forest Carved Cuckoo Clock with Stag Head on Top
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Antique Black Forest Carved Cuckoo Clock with Stag Head A large handcarved wooden cuckoo clock, decorated with hunting accessoires, oak leaves, hare, pheasant and a stag head ...
Wood
Tyrolean Mountaineer Pendant Lamp, Hand-Carved Softwood, 1980s
Located in Hannover, DE
While searching for something special, I came across this hanging lamp, and I just knew it was the perfect addition to my space. The mountaineer, lovingly hand-carved from linden woo...
Softwood
Fabergé Silver Service
By Fabergé
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinary 128-piece service by Fabergé is a rare treasure in more ways than one. Enclosed in its original oak chest, the exquisite service remains complete and in pristine c...
Silver
A Pair of Mintons Pâte-sur-pâte Peacock Blue Moon Flasks
By Minton
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Pair of Mintons Pâte-sur-pâte Peacock Blue Moon Flasks, Decorated by Marc-Louis-Emmanuel Solon (1835–1913). Date cypher for 1890. Recorded as shape no. 1819. Each signed 'L(ouis)...
Porcelain
$1,531
H 23.63 in W 7.09 in D 5.52 in
German Pendant Light with Hand Carved Mountain Climber Sculpture and Lantern
Located in Barntrup, DE
This wonderful German pendant lamp or Lüstermännchen features a hand-carved figure of a mountain climber in beautifully hand-painted Bavarian traditional clothing in brown, green, wh...
Metal
$2,273
H 35.44 in W 14.97 in D 10.24 in
Pendant Light with a Large Wooden Figure Mountain Climber with Lantern, Germany
Located in Barntrup, DE
A wonderful German figural pendant lamp showcases a large hand-carved figure of a mountain climber. The intricately carved wooden mountaineer holds onto a rope while gripping a woode...
Metal
A large red coral branch from Wunderkammer, Italy 1870.
Located in Milan, IT
This large branch of Mediterranean coral, 'Corallium Rubrum' is mounted on a gilt bronze base. The creation of the vase-shaped base involves various techniques: lost wax casting, mol...
Coral, Bronze
$2,650
H 39.38 in W 19.69 in D 11.82 in
Large Pendant Light Fixture with Carved Climber Figure and Lantern, Germany
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large Pendant Light Fixture with Carved Climber Figure and Lantern, Germany This impressive German figural pendant lamp features a masterfully hand-carved linden wood figure of a han...
Metal
$28,800 / set
H 38 in W 50.75 in D 22.75 in
Pair of Italian 18th Century Walnut Four-Drawer Commodes with Bookmatched Veneer
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian 18th century walnut commodes with bookmatched veneer, four drawers and petite carved feet. Immerse yourself in the historical grandeur of this pair of Italian 18th-...
Brass
$16,178 / set
H 87.01 in W 41.34 in D 88.59 in
Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style bunk beds, hand carved and hand finished in an off-white, antique finish. Takes a mattress size: 90cm x 200cm (3ft x 6ft6'). The beds come with an extra set of legs, ...
Wood
$11,995
H 78.75 in W 56.5 in D 4.5 in
Pair Antique American Stained Glass Gothic Art Nouveau Doors Windows Povey Bros
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in Portland, OR
A rare & important pair of antique American Art Nouveau with Gothic frames stained glass doors/windows, by Povey Brothers, Portland Oregon, circa 1900. Over 6.5' in height. Povey Bro...
Stained Glass
Concrete Barchan Planter by OPIARY (L58", W32", H14")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, ...
Cement
$13,861 / set
H 87.01 in W 41.34 in D 88.59 in
Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style bunk beds, exclusive to La Maison London: Hand carved featuring a band of intricate laurel leaves along the side bars and hand finished to order (picture shows a pale...
Wood
$15,904
H 9 in W 9.5 in D 3 in
A pair of branches of Mediterranean red coral (Corallium Rubrum), Sicily 1790
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of large branches of Mediterranean red coral (Corallium Rubrum). Gilt bronze bases with phytomorphic calyx stem. Connection with an oval element in Lapis Lazuli and two spirals ...
Lapis Lazuli, Bronze
$8,356
H 16.5 in W 47.5 in D 13.2 in
Very Rare Antique Oak Wall Coat Rack w. Acrobatic Jester Figure Hooks, Great Fun
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and highly decorative wall coat rack with at least ten hooks. One of the main reasons for people wanting to own antiques is for their decorative appeal and this hand-crafted ...
Iron
$13,901
H 18.2 in W 23.6 in D 11.3 in
Large Masterly Carved Swiss Black Forest Nutwood Chalet with Clock and Music Box
Located in Lisse, NL
Top quality, hand carved and truly impressive antique clock with 8 music melodies. Over the years we have had the pleasure of owning and selling a number of beautiful Black Forest a...
Brass, Iron, Enamel
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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