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Mid Century Sputnik Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Mid Century Sputnik Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

Mid Century Sputnik Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Mid Century Sputnik Pendant Light by Doria with glass pieces, Germany, 1970s Good condition, with Small signs of age and use.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Lovely Mid Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light by Doria 1960 Germany
Lovely Mid Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light by Doria 1960 Germany

Lovely Mid Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light by Doria 1960 Germany

By Doria Leuchten Germany, Verner Panton, Hillebrand

Located in München, BY

Extremely rare, lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Doria Leuchten Germany Vintage, 1970s Glass Globe Pendant Light
Doria Leuchten Germany Vintage, 1970s Glass Globe Pendant Light

Doria Leuchten Germany Vintage, 1970s Glass Globe Pendant Light

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Large vintage Mid-Century Modern ceiling pendant light by Doria Leuchten, Germany, dating from the late 1960s to early 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Petite Murano Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Petite Murano Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

Petite Murano Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Petite Doria Pendant light with large volcanic Murano glass ball. High-quality materials give a wonderful light effect when it is on. Very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired, and r...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Murano Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Large Murano Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

Large Murano Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Doria pendant light with large volcanic Murano glass ball. High-quality materials give a wonderful light effect when it is on. Very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired, and ready...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-century Modern Dome-shaped Glass Flush Mount Light by Doria, 1960s, Germany
Mid-century Modern Dome-shaped Glass Flush Mount Light by Doria, 1960s, Germany

Mid-century Modern Dome-shaped Glass Flush Mount Light by Doria, 1960s, Germany

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-century Modern Dome-shaped Glass Flush Mount Light by Doria, 1960s, Germany This lamp works with 3x E14 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use with 220V and 110V for all countri...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Doria ceiling light with nice Murano glass ball. High quality of materials, gives a wonderful light effect when it is on. Very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired, and ready to use...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern German Art Glass Pendant Light, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern German Art Glass Pendant Light, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern German Art Glass Pendant Light, 1960s

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Modern German Art Glass Pendant Light, 1960s This stunning Mid-Century Modern pendant light from Germany dates back to the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Doria Pendant Light, Glass Tube Chandelier, Germany, 1960s
Vintage Doria Pendant Light, Glass Tube Chandelier, Germany, 1960s

Vintage Doria Pendant Light, Glass Tube Chandelier, Germany, 1960s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Gorgeous glass tube pendant light made by Doria Leuchten, Germany. It is in very good condition and requires five European E14 / 110 volt candelabra bulbs, each bulb up to 40 watts. ...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rare Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Rare Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

Rare Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Doria ceiling light with large volcanic Murano glass ball. High quality of materials, gives a wonderful light effect when it is on. Sockets: One E27 standard bulbs. Max 100 Watts. L...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Flower Lotus Pendant Pull Down Light, German 1960s
Vintage Flower Lotus Pendant Pull Down Light, German 1960s

Vintage Flower Lotus Pendant Pull Down Light, German 1960s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Very stylish vintage pendant light in shape of a lotus flower. Brass armature and smoke glass shades. Hollywood regency lighting style! It has a Pull down mechanism. Made in the late...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare Glass Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Rare Glass Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

Rare Glass Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Doria ceiling light with large volcanic glass ball. High quality of materials, gives a wonderful light effect when it is on. Sockets: One E27 standard bulbs. Max 100 Watts. Light bu...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Large Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Large Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

Large Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Doria Pendant light with large volcanic Murano glass ball. High-quality materials, give a wonderful light effect when it is on. Sockets: One E27 standard bulb. Max 100 Watts. Li...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Large Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Large Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

Large Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Doria ceiling light with nice Murano glass ball. High quality of materials, gives a wonderful light effect when it is on. Very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired, and ready to use...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Large Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

Large Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Doria ceiling light with nice Murano glass ball. High quality of materials, gives a wonderful light effect when it is on. Very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired, and ready to use...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Large German Vintage Blown Glass Chandelier Pendant Ceiling Light, 1960s
Large German Vintage Blown Glass Chandelier Pendant Ceiling Light, 1960s

Large German Vintage Blown Glass Chandelier Pendant Ceiling Light, 1960s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Berlin, DE

Wonderful large chandelier with blown Murano glass tubes. Germany, 1960s Lamp sockets: 20

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Iconic Doria Leuchten Smoked Glass and Brass Pendant Light, Germany, 1970s
Iconic Doria Leuchten Smoked Glass and Brass Pendant Light, Germany, 1970s

Iconic Doria Leuchten Smoked Glass and Brass Pendant Light, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Almelo, NL

Iconic Doria Leuchten Smoked Glass and Brass Pendant Light, Germany, 1970s This exceptional ample pendant light was designed and produced by Doria Leuchten in Germany during the 197...

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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Pendant Light by Goebel, Germany, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Pendant Light by Goebel, Germany, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Pendant Light by Goebel, Germany, 1970s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Ceramic ceiling lamp - ''PAN. Goebel'' - Germany, 1970s Ceramic lamp with an openwork lampshade which when turned on gives a nice effect to the eye. Object with red and black glazin...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic

Large Rare Pink Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Large Rare Pink Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

Large Rare Pink Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Large Doria Pendant light with green volcanic Murano glass ball. High quality of materials, gives a wonderful light effect when it is on. Sockets: One x E27 Standard Bulb up to 100...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century German Satin Glass & Bronzed Brass Pendant Ceiling Light
Mid-Century German Satin Glass & Bronzed Brass Pendant Ceiling Light

Mid-Century German Satin Glass & Bronzed Brass Pendant Ceiling Light

Located in Nottingham, GB

An elegant mid-century German pendant light combining hand-crafted glass with architectural bronzed brass fittings.

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Mid-20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Doria Leuchten Vintage, 1960s Snowball Murano Glass Globe German Pendant Light
Doria Leuchten Vintage, 1960s Snowball Murano Glass Globe German Pendant Light

Doria Leuchten Vintage, 1960s Snowball Murano Glass Globe German Pendant Light

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Large vintage snow ball pattern midcentury murano glass ceiling pendant light fixture by Doria Leuchten, Germany. Made in the later half of the 1960s, this gorgeous pendent features ...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Aluminum

Doria Leuchten Vintage, 1960s Snowball Murano Glass Globe German Pendant Light
Doria Leuchten Vintage, 1960s Snowball Murano Glass Globe German Pendant Light

Doria Leuchten Vintage, 1960s Snowball Murano Glass Globe German Pendant Light

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Large vintage snow ball pattern midcentury murano glass ceiling pendant light fixture by Doria Leuchten, Germany. Made in the later half of the 1960s, this gorgeous pendent features ...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Brass Church Cone Pendant Light, Mid-Century Modern, Germany, 1950s
Brass Church Cone Pendant Light, Mid-Century Modern, Germany, 1950s

Brass Church Cone Pendant Light, Mid-Century Modern, Germany, 1950s

Located in Hannover, DE

These simple and timeless lights come from a church that was built in the 1950s. The lamps hung on a small cable and gave off a beautiful golden light. The lamps have been carefully ...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Orange and Brass Lantern Pendant Light, Germany, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Orange and Brass Lantern Pendant Light, Germany, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Orange and Brass Lantern Pendant Light, Germany, 1950s

Located in Barntrup, DE

Mid-century modern orange and brass pendant light with textured glass shade, Germany, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

German Mid-Century Modern Fat Lava Ceramic Pendant Light, circa 1970s
German Mid-Century Modern Fat Lava Ceramic Pendant Light, circa 1970s

German Mid-Century Modern Fat Lava Ceramic Pendant Light, circa 1970s

Located in Barntrup, DE

A sculptural German Fat Lava pendant from the 1970s, combining expressive ceramic glazing with warm ambient light and classic Mid-Century proportions.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Octagonal Patinated Metal and Art Glass Pendant Light, Germany
Mid-Century Octagonal Patinated Metal and Art Glass Pendant Light, Germany

Mid-Century Octagonal Patinated Metal and Art Glass Pendant Light, Germany

Located in Barntrup, DE

Midcentury German Art Glass Pendant with Rich Multicolor Swirled Panels and Patinated Metal This striking mid-century pendant light, crafted in Germany in the 1950s, features an ele...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

Located in München, BY

Rare, highly decorative and elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Metal

Elegant Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1950s
Elegant Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1950s

Elegant Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1950s

Located in München, BY

Rare, highly decorative and elegant Mid-Century Modern perforated aluminum pendant lamp or hanging light.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

Located in München, BY

Lovely & highly decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rattan, Fabric

Pair of Petite Murano Glass Tubes Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Pair of Petite Murano Glass Tubes Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1960s

Pair of Petite Murano Glass Tubes Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1960s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Fantastic mid-century pendant lights by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1960-1969.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Grid-Frame Cocoon Pendant Light, Germany, 1960's, Mid Century Modern
Grid-Frame Cocoon Pendant Light, Germany, 1960's, Mid Century Modern

Grid-Frame Cocoon Pendant Light, Germany, 1960's, Mid Century Modern

By Goldkant Leuchten

Located in Cork, IE

Well proportioned, and in very good condition, we suspect that this pendant light was made some time in the 1960s by the renowned German manufacturer Goldkant - the original develope...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Resin

Mid-Century Stoneware Pendant Light
Mid-Century Stoneware Pendant Light

Mid-Century Stoneware Pendant Light

Located in Houston, TX

Mid-century stoneware pendant light from Germany.

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Mid-20th Century German Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stoneware

1 of 3 Rare Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
1 of 3 Rare Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

1 of 3 Rare Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Doria ceiling light with large volcanic Murano glass ball. High quality of materials, gives a wonderful light effect when it is on. High quality and in very good condition. Clean...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Cocoon Pendant Light Orsa from Goldkant, Germany 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Cocoon Pendant Light Orsa from Goldkant, Germany 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Cocoon Pendant Light Orsa from Goldkant, Germany 1960s

By Goldkant Leuchten

Located in München, BY

A cocoon pendant lamp made by Goldkant, model "Orsa", Germany in the 1960s. The lamp has been manufactured in the design of the lamps made by Achille Castiglioni. The lamp shade is...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Doria Pendant Light
Doria Pendant Light

Doria Pendant Light

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Antwerp, BE

One Doria pendant light. Measures: Diameter 36 cm. Height 17 cm.

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 7-Light Crystal Pendant Lamp by Kinkeldey Germany
Mid-Century Modern 7-Light Crystal Pendant Lamp by Kinkeldey Germany

Mid-Century Modern 7-Light Crystal Pendant Lamp by Kinkeldey Germany

By Kinkeldey

Located in Hannover, DE

This petite pendant lamp is a radiant and sparkling piece that will bring joy to any space. With seven light sources, it shines with extraordinary brilliance, making it perfect for i...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Chrome

1 of 3 Petite Murano Glass Tubes Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1960s
1 of 3 Petite Murano Glass Tubes Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1960s

1 of 3 Petite Murano Glass Tubes Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1960s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

1 of 3 Fantastic mid-century pendant lights by Doria, Germany, manufactured circa 1960-1969.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Bünte & Remmler BuR Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s
Mid-Century Bünte & Remmler BuR Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

Mid-Century Bünte & Remmler BuR Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

By Lyfa, Kaiser Leuchten, Vistosi, Bünte und Remmler, Fog & Mørup

Located in München, BY

Extremely rare, highly decorative and elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century German Mouth-Blown Satin Glass & Bronzed Brass Pendant Light
Mid-Century German Mouth-Blown Satin Glass & Bronzed Brass Pendant Light

Mid-Century German Mouth-Blown Satin Glass & Bronzed Brass Pendant Light

Located in Nottingham, GB

An elegant mid-century German pendant light combining a beautifully mouth-blown satin glass shade with substantial bronzed brass architectural fittings.

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Mid-20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Bronze

1 of 2 Rare Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
1 of 2 Rare Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

1 of 2 Rare Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Doria ceiling light with large volcanic Murano glass ball. High quality of materials - gives a wonderful light effect when it is on. Sockets: One E27 standard bulb. Max 100 watt Li...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

1 of 3 Rare Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
1 of 3 Rare Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

1 of 3 Rare Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Doria ceiling light with large volcanic Murano glass ball. High quality of materials - gives a wonderful light effect when it is on. High quality and in very good condition. The f...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

1 of 2 Rare Large Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
1 of 2 Rare Large Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

1 of 2 Rare Large Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Doria ceiling light with large volcanic Murano glass ball. High quality of materials - gives a wonderful light effect when it is on. Sockets: One E27 standard bulbs. Light bulbs are...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Goldkant Globe Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s
Mid-Century Goldkant Globe Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

Mid-Century Goldkant Globe Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Goldkant Leuchten, Friedel Wauer, Flos, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in München, BY

Highly decorative and elegant Mid-Century Modern cocoon pendant lamp or hanging light.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Extremely Rare & Large Mid-Century Ceiling Lamp or Pendant Light Germany 1950s
Extremely Rare & Large Mid-Century Ceiling Lamp or Pendant Light Germany 1950s

Extremely Rare & Large Mid-Century Ceiling Lamp or Pendant Light Germany 1950s

By Bünte und Remmler, ERCO Leuchten, Hillebrand, Kaiser Leuchten

Located in München, BY

Extremely rare, large and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern four-flamed ceiling lamp or pendant light.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Aluminum

Lovely Four-Armed Mid-Century Modern Chandelier or Pendant Light Germany 1950s
Lovely Four-Armed Mid-Century Modern Chandelier or Pendant Light Germany 1950s

Lovely Four-Armed Mid-Century Modern Chandelier or Pendant Light Germany 1950s

By Arredoluce, Stilnovo, Hillebrand, Kaiser Leuchten

Located in München, BY

Extremely rare, lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern four-armed Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or chandelier. Designed and manufactured in Germany, 1950s. Executed in br...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Aluminum

Amazing Mid-Century Goldkant Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s
Amazing Mid-Century Goldkant Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

Amazing Mid-Century Goldkant Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Goldkant Leuchten, Friedel Wauer, Flos, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in München, BY

Lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern cocoon pendant lamp or hanging light 'Ball'.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Goldkant Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Goldkant Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Goldkant Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

By Goldkant Leuchten

Located in München, BY

Rare, highly decorative, elegant and large Mid-Century Modern cocoon pendant lamp or hanging light.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Goldkant Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Goldkant Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Goldkant Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany 1960s

By Goldkant Leuchten

Located in München, BY

Highly decorative, elegant and large Mid-Century Modern cocoon pendant lamp or hanging light 'Big Ball'.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

German Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, Germany, 1920s
German Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, Germany, 1920s

German Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, Germany, 1920s

Located in High Point, NC

A bronze-colored metal pendant light designed and produced in Germany, c. 1920s. Dramatic patina on metal. Loss of finish in some areas. Wear consistent with age and moderate use. ...

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Vintage 1920s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

1 of 2 Rare Pink Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
1 of 2 Rare Pink Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

1 of 2 Rare Pink Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Aachen, NRW

Doria ceiling light with large volcanic Murano glass ball. High-quality materials, give a wonderful light effect when it is on. Sockets: One E27 standard bulb. Max 100 Watts. Light ...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

German Mid-Century Modern Crystal Glass and Chrome Chandelier or Pendant Light
German Mid-Century Modern Crystal Glass and Chrome Chandelier or Pendant Light

German Mid-Century Modern Crystal Glass and Chrome Chandelier or Pendant Light

Located in Barntrup, DE

Impressive Mid-Century Modern crystal glass and chrome pendant light with three interior lights. Light reflects beautifully from the crystal glass prisms and beads, creating plays o...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Chrome, Metal

German Mid-Century Modern Clear Glass Globe and Chrome Pendant Light
German Mid-Century Modern Clear Glass Globe and Chrome Pendant Light

German Mid-Century Modern Clear Glass Globe and Chrome Pendant Light

Located in Barntrup, DE

This Mid-Century Modern pendant light features a clear glass globe lampshade and a chrome fitting, originating from Germany in the 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Light with 3 Glass Globe Pendants, Germany 1970
Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Light with 3 Glass Globe Pendants, Germany 1970

Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Light with 3 Glass Globe Pendants, Germany 1970

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Light with 3 Glass Globe Pendants, Germany, 1970s – Rewired, LED Compatible (Priced Per Item) Elegant Mid-Century Modern ceiling fixture crafted in ...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

German Vintage Counterweight Pendant Light
German Vintage Counterweight Pendant Light

German Vintage Counterweight Pendant Light

By miiss, Florian Schulz

Located in Berlin, DE

Adjustable double pull pendant lamp. Germany, 1970s. Diameter of the lampshades: 14.8", (37,5 cm) The outside of the lampshades is polished and inside is brushed. Lamp sockets: E27.

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Chrome, Nickel

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White and Red Metal Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970's
White and Red Metal Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970's

White and Red Metal Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970's

Unavailable

H 7.88 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in

White and Red Metal Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970's

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Pendant light in red and white metal by Doria.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Ceiling Light, Germany, 1960's
Mid Century Ceiling Light, Germany, 1960's

Mid Century Ceiling Light, Germany, 1960's

Unavailable

H 55.12 in Dm 39.38 in

Mid Century Ceiling Light, Germany, 1960's

Located in Uccle, BE

Mid Century Ceiling Light, Germany, 1960's Variable height Wear consistent with age and use : See Photos

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Modernist Sputnik Pendant Light
Mid-Century Modernist Sputnik Pendant Light

Mid-Century Modernist Sputnik Pendant Light

Located in Kingston, NY

This unique Mid-Century Modernist Sputnik pendant light features an orbital form with six circular frosted glass shades descending from fabric-coated cables on an aluminum frame.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

East German Amber Glass Ceiling Light from Doria, 1970s
East German Amber Glass Ceiling Light from Doria, 1970s

East German Amber Glass Ceiling Light from Doria, 1970s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Zohor, SK

Large globe pendant light/hanging lamp by Doria, Germany, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970. This light fixture is made of metal (nickel) base and a hand blown textured glass pe...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Large Globe Glass Ceiling Light from Doria, Germany, circa 1970
Large Globe Glass Ceiling Light from Doria, Germany, circa 1970

Large Globe Glass Ceiling Light from Doria, Germany, circa 1970

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Zohor, SK

Large globe pendant light/hanging lamp by Doria, Germany, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970. This light fixture is made of metal (nickel) base and a handblown textured, frosted ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Industrial Office Light Pendants, Germany, 1950s
Industrial Office Light Pendants, Germany, 1950s

Industrial Office Light Pendants, Germany, 1950s

Unavailable

H 43.31 in Dm 11.82 in

Industrial Office Light Pendants, Germany, 1950s

Located in BUDAPEST, HU

Industrial office glass pendant lights from former East Germany.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Large Globe Frosted Glass Ceiling Light from Doria, Germany, circa 1970
Large Globe Frosted Glass Ceiling Light from Doria, Germany, circa 1970

Large Globe Frosted Glass Ceiling Light from Doria, Germany, circa 1970

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Zohor, SK

Large globe pendant light/hanging lamp by Doria, Germany, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970. This light fixture is made of metal (nickel) base and a handblown textured, frosted ...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Exceptional 1950s Mid-Century Modernist Black Spider Twelve-Light German Sputnik
Exceptional 1950s Mid-Century Modernist Black Spider Twelve-Light German Sputnik

Exceptional 1950s Mid-Century Modernist Black Spider Twelve-Light German Sputnik

Located in Kingston, NY

This exceptional 1950s Mid-Century modernist black spider twelve-light German sputnik chandelier pendant lamp is made out of a brass frame and Lucite shades and features exposed tuli...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Wooden Pendant Light from Zicoli, Germany, 1970s
Wooden Pendant Light from Zicoli, Germany, 1970s

Wooden Pendant Light from Zicoli, Germany, 1970s

Unavailable

H 74.81 in Dm 9.85 in

Wooden Pendant Light from Zicoli, Germany, 1970s

By Zicoli

Located in Berlin, DE

Ceiling light from the German manufacturer Zicoli from the 1970s. The lamp consists of five overlapping veneer strips of ash wood, which are connected by narrow pine wood strips. The...

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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ash, Pine

Midcentury Pendant Light by Glashütte Limburg Germany, 1970s
Midcentury Pendant Light by Glashütte Limburg Germany, 1970s

Midcentury Pendant Light by Glashütte Limburg Germany, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU

Beautiful modernist glass pendant light with trapped air bubbles designed and manufactured by Limburg, Germany, circa 1970s. Glass shade, on the both sides open, mounted on brass rod...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass Pendant Light Fixture
Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass Pendant Light Fixture

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass Pendant Light Fixture

Located in Frisco, TX

Mid-Century Modern chrome and glass ball pendant light fixture. The sculptural fixture has sockets which project both up and down, giving good illumination. The balls suspend from or...

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Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century German Chromed Ceiling Light in Flower Ice Glass Design 1960s
Mid-Century German Chromed Ceiling Light in Flower Ice Glass Design 1960s

Mid-Century German Chromed Ceiling Light in Flower Ice Glass Design 1960s

Located in Basel, CH

This ceiling lamp from the 1960s is made from chrome and has a long stem with six arms. The design of the lampshades features ice glass flowers.

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

1970s German Peill & Putzler Glass & Brass Flower Pendant Hanging Light
1970s German Peill & Putzler Glass & Brass Flower Pendant Hanging Light

1970s German Peill & Putzler Glass & Brass Flower Pendant Hanging Light

By Peill & Putzler

Located in London, England

A large 1970s German Peill & Putzler handblown glass hanging pendant light formed into the shape of a hanging flower. The glass is textured on the outside and smooth on the insid...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1970s German Peill & Putzler Opaline & Chrome Pendant Hanging Ceiling Light
1970s German Peill & Putzler Opaline & Chrome Pendant Hanging Ceiling Light

1970s German Peill & Putzler Opaline & Chrome Pendant Hanging Ceiling Light

By Peill & Putzler

Located in London, England

The lamp features a beautiful opaline glass shade that provides a soft, warm glow when illuminated, making it an ideal choice for creating a gentle ambiance in any room. The shade is...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Wire

1970s German Glashütte Limburg Opaline Glass & Chrome Hanging Pendant Light
1970s German Glashütte Limburg Opaline Glass & Chrome Hanging Pendant Light

1970s German Glashütte Limburg Opaline Glass & Chrome Hanging Pendant Light

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in London, England

1970s German Glashütte Limburg opaline white glass pendant hanging ceiling light. The bell-shaped shade is fixed to a polished chrome frame which is suspended horizontally in place...

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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

1970s German Glazed Ceramic Iridescent Orange & Brown Pendant Hanging Light
1970s German Glazed Ceramic Iridescent Orange & Brown Pendant Hanging Light

1970s German Glazed Ceramic Iridescent Orange & Brown Pendant Hanging Light

Located in London, England

An unusual German glazed ceramic pendant hanging light in the Fat Lava style. The four outer lightbulbs are set in the centre of an irridescent orange glazed concave circular flower...

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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

1970s German Staff Leuchten Polished Chrome & Clear Glass Pendant Hanging Light
1970s German Staff Leuchten Polished Chrome & Clear Glass Pendant Hanging Light

1970s German Staff Leuchten Polished Chrome & Clear Glass Pendant Hanging Light

By Staff Leuchten

Located in London, England

1970s German Staff Leuchten polished chrome & clear glass pendant hanging lights. Model No P105. Designed by Rolf Krüger and manufactured by Staff Leuchten. The glass shades...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s German Peill & Pützler Style Feather Waved Glass & Chrome Pendant Light
1970s German Peill & Pützler Style Feather Waved Glass & Chrome Pendant Light

1970s German Peill & Pützler Style Feather Waved Glass & Chrome Pendant Light

By Peill & Putzler

Located in London, England

A beautiful and very unusual 1970s German waved hanging ceiling glass pendant light attributed to the upmarket lighting brand Peill & Pützler. The heavy, and thick, silky matt, ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Doria Ceiling light
Doria Ceiling light

Doria Ceiling light

Unavailable

H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Doria Ceiling light

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Brussels , BE

Beautiful Doria Leuchten ceiling light, with 150 pieces of glass tubes

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Brown Bubble Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler, Germany 1960s
Brown Bubble Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler, Germany 1960s

Brown Bubble Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler, Germany 1960s

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Brown bubble glass with golden detail. Penndant light from Peill adn Putzler, Germany. In good working condition, not applicable but hard wired.

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Very Large Doria Pendant Light, Brass Chandelier with  36 Lights , 1960s
Very Large Doria Pendant Light, Brass Chandelier with  36 Lights , 1960s

Very Large Doria Pendant Light, Brass Chandelier with 36 Lights , 1960s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Bremen, DE

Large Doria sputnik pendant light, 2-tier all brass structure with 18 spokes, grand total of 36-light sources (18 up, 18 down), very high quality. Wiring: The lamps have been tested ...

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1970s German Glashütte Limburg Mottled White Bubbled Glass Pendant Hanging Light
1970s German Glashütte Limburg Mottled White Bubbled Glass Pendant Hanging Light

1970s German Glashütte Limburg Mottled White Bubbled Glass Pendant Hanging Light

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in London, England

1970s Vintage German Glashütte Limburg white mottled bubbled glass hanging pendant light. An interesting and heavy mottled trumpet-shaped glass shade with a rounded outer edge and r...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1970s German J. T. Kalmar Kalmar Franken Frosted Glass & Chrome Pendant Light
1970s German J. T. Kalmar Kalmar Franken Frosted Glass & Chrome Pendant Light

1970s German J. T. Kalmar Kalmar Franken Frosted Glass & Chrome Pendant Light

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in London, England

1970s, frosted-glass, pendant hanging ceiling light manufactured in Germany. Designed by J. T. Kalmar for Kalmar Franken KG. The light has a textured, frosted, iced-glass circular ...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

German UFO pendant light made by VEB Metalldrücker Halle from DDR 1970
German UFO pendant light made by VEB Metalldrücker Halle from DDR 1970

German UFO pendant light made by VEB Metalldrücker Halle from DDR 1970

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

Elegant UFO shaped pendant lamp designed by VEB Metalldrücker Halle from the DDR, East Germany in the 1970's. Made by metal and copper colored metal, the diffuser is made of plastic....

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Peill&Putzler vintage pendant light
Peill&Putzler vintage pendant light

Peill&Putzler vintage pendant light

Unavailable

H 32.68 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

Peill&Putzler vintage pendant light

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Београд, RS

Peill & Putzler Pendant Lamp Elegant pendant lamp by the renowned German brand Peill & Putzler, known for its high-quality glass designs from the second half of the 20th century.

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Mid Century 5 Light Chandelier in Brass and Glass
Mid Century 5 Light Chandelier in Brass and Glass

Mid Century 5 Light Chandelier in Brass and Glass

Unavailable

H 29.93 in Dm 28.35 in

Mid Century 5 Light Chandelier in Brass and Glass

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in JM Haarlem, NL

Mid Century five-light chandelier in brass and glass, comes from Germany. Elegant chandelier, not to large with an atmospheric light. Measurements: from ceiling till drop: about 29,...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Peill&Putzler vintage pendant light
Peill&Putzler vintage pendant light

Peill&Putzler vintage pendant light

Unavailable

H 32.68 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

Peill&Putzler vintage pendant light

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Београд, RS

Elegant pendant lamp by the renowned German brand Peill & Putzler, known for its high-quality glass designs from the second half of the 20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modern Chandelier / Light Fixtures by Kinkeldey 1960s Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier / Light Fixtures by Kinkeldey 1960s Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Chandelier / Light Fixtures by Kinkeldey 1960s Chrome

By Kinkeldey

Located in Munster, DE

Large chrome light fixture with 24 bulbs (E27) produced by Kinkeldey Lamps, Germany. This structure can be rearanged individually. We have four identical pieces for sale. All lamps h...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid Century Cosack Brass Flush Light,  Brass, Sciolari Style, 1970s
Mid Century Cosack Brass Flush Light,  Brass, Sciolari Style, 1970s

Mid Century Cosack Brass Flush Light, Brass, Sciolari Style, 1970s

By Cosack Leuchten

Located in Bremen, DE

Mid-Century Modern pendant light / flush light with two-tiers with each 5 spiraling spokes, high end, heavy all polished brass quality by Cosack. Wiring: The lamps have been tested w...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ten-Light Mid-Century Design Brass and Smoked Glass Chandelier
Ten-Light Mid-Century Design Brass and Smoked Glass Chandelier

Ten-Light Mid-Century Design Brass and Smoked Glass Chandelier

By Jacques Quinet

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

A Ten-Light Mid-Century design brass and smoked glass chandelier.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1970s Vintage Limburg Glass Ball Mid-Century Light Fixture
1970s Vintage Limburg Glass Ball Mid-Century Light Fixture

1970s Vintage Limburg Glass Ball Mid-Century Light Fixture

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Frisco, TX

Vintage 1970's pendant lamp by Limburg Germany. Working condition with a E26 / 110 volt light bulb. No chip or crack at the glass shade. Shows only light signs of usage around the me...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1960s Jakobsson Glass Pendant Light
1960s Jakobsson Glass Pendant Light

1960s Jakobsson Glass Pendant Light

Unavailable

H 8.86 in Dm 8.27 in

1960s Jakobsson Glass Pendant Light

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Bremen, DE

Flush mount light fixture by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB, featuring a polyhedral glass shade encased in an coated iron style grid reminiscent of antique lanterns, polished brass base. The...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1970s German Peill & Putzler Gold Tinted Striped Satin Glass Hanging Light
1970s German Peill & Putzler Gold Tinted Striped Satin Glass Hanging Light

1970s German Peill & Putzler Gold Tinted Striped Satin Glass Hanging Light

By Peill & Putzler

Located in London, England

1970s German Peill & Putzler gold tinted striped satin glass hanging ceiling pendant light. The globe appears quite different when lit with its vibrant lines of a darker shade o...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s German Peill & Putzler Conical Pulldown Opaque Glass Ceiling Hanging Light
1970s German Peill & Putzler Conical Pulldown Opaque Glass Ceiling Hanging Light

1970s German Peill & Putzler Conical Pulldown Opaque Glass Ceiling Hanging Light

By Peill & Putzler

Located in London, England

This striking pendant light, a vintage piece from the 1970s, was designed and manufactured in Germany by the renowned company Peill & Putzler. The shade is crafted from thick, co...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

1970s German Kaiser Style Square Ribbed Clear Glass & Chrome Ceiling Light
1970s German Kaiser Style Square Ribbed Clear Glass & Chrome Ceiling Light

1970s German Kaiser Style Square Ribbed Clear Glass & Chrome Ceiling Light

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in London, England

A very well made, minimalist and sleek 1970s German square glass and brushed chrome ceiling hanging light. In the style of Kaiser Leuchten. After a lot of research I haven't been ab...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Adjustable Pendant Light by Florian Schulz (1970s)
Adjustable Pendant Light by Florian Schulz (1970s)

Adjustable Pendant Light by Florian Schulz (1970s)

By Florian Schulz

Located in Wiesbaden, DE

FLORIAN SCHULZ Pendant Lamp 1970s The shade can be adjusted in height using the counterweight. A glass plate is inset at the top of the shade. The shade is made of nickel-plated, ma...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1970s German Hustadt Leuchten Four Glass Torch & Brushed Chrome Ceiling Light
1970s German Hustadt Leuchten Four Glass Torch & Brushed Chrome Ceiling Light

1970s German Hustadt Leuchten Four Glass Torch & Brushed Chrome Ceiling Light

Located in London, England

1970s German Hudstadt-Leuchten four glass torch and chrome hanging ceiling lights. The original maker's label is still present within the wooden ceiling fixture which each light is ...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome, Wire

Orange glass pendant light by Peill and Putzler 1960
Orange glass pendant light by Peill and Putzler 1960

Orange glass pendant light by Peill and Putzler 1960

By Peill & Putzler

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

Uncommonly shaped orange glass pendant light by Peill and Putzler, produced around 1960 in Germany. Has a nice bright orange color and gives a very warm light. Typical design of the...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Posa Duos Pendant Light by Florian Schulz (1970s)
Posa Duos Pendant Light by Florian Schulz (1970s)

Posa Duos Pendant Light by Florian Schulz (1970s)

By Florian Schulz

Located in Wiesbaden, DE

Very old “Posa” double-pulley lamp. The shades have a diameter of 31 cm and a height of 16 cm. Each shade can be adjusted in height individually using the counterweights. Designer: ...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1960s Vintage German Five Frosted Glass Globe Cascading Ceiling Light by Graewe
1960s Vintage German Five Frosted Glass Globe Cascading Ceiling Light by Graewe

1960s Vintage German Five Frosted Glass Globe Cascading Ceiling Light by Graewe

Located in London, England

Vintage, 1960s, space-age, five-globe, cascading, ceiling light manufactured by Graewe in Germany. The globes are suspended from a five-pronged hard-plastic star from the ceiling wh...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Golden Kaskade Ceiling Light by Klaus Hempel for Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, 1970s
Golden Kaskade Ceiling Light by Klaus Hempel for Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, 1970s

Golden Kaskade Ceiling Light by Klaus Hempel for Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, 1970s

By Klaus Hempel, Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Haderslev, DK

Beautiful golden brass chandelier with three light sources made by renowned lighting company Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, 1970s. The rare piece is made of solid brass and due the the...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Rare green glass pendant light by Peill and Putzler 1960
Rare green glass pendant light by Peill and Putzler 1960

Rare green glass pendant light by Peill and Putzler 1960

By Peill & Putzler

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

This opaline green watermelon patterned glass pendant light is made by the German company Peill and Putzler around 1960. Has a dark green color when off and when on it gives a very n...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Bright Orange Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler, 1960
Bright Orange Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler, 1960

Bright Orange Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler, 1960

By Peill & Putzler

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

Beautiful German design by Peill and Putzler, produced around 1960. Has a nice bright orange color and gives a very warm light. Typical design of the German makers, also resemble...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Red glass flower shaped pendant light from Glashütte Limburg 1970
Red glass flower shaped pendant light from Glashütte Limburg 1970

Red glass flower shaped pendant light from Glashütte Limburg 1970

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

Beautiful flower shaped opaline glass hanging lamp by Glashütte Limburg from 1970. Made from light red opaline glass. The lamps are made of milk glass and have the shape of a flower....

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Yellow glass globe pendant light XL by Peill and Putzler 1960
Yellow glass globe pendant light XL by Peill and Putzler 1960

Yellow glass globe pendant light XL by Peill and Putzler 1960

By Peill & Putzler

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

Cool large globe / sphere shaped yellow opaline glass pendant light is made by the German company Peill and Putzler around the 1960's. Has a yellow color and gives a very nice soft l...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Rare white swirl glass and chrome pendant light by Peill & Putzler 1960
Rare white swirl glass and chrome pendant light by Peill & Putzler 1960

Rare white swirl glass and chrome pendant light by Peill & Putzler 1960

By Peill & Putzler

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

Rare frosted glass and chrome pendant light by Peill and Putzler from the 1970's. Provides very warm diffuse light. Has a funky but elegant swirl on the bottom of the lamp. DIMENSI...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Droplet shaped pendant light 'Patmos' by Horst Tüselmann for Peill & Putzler
Droplet shaped pendant light 'Patmos' by Horst Tüselmann for Peill & Putzler

Droplet shaped pendant light 'Patmos' by Horst Tüselmann for Peill & Putzler

By Horst Tuselmann, Peill & Putzler

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

Droplet shaped pendant lamp designed by Horst Tüselmann for Peill & Putzler in 1960/1970.This one is from the Patmos series and doesn't show up very often, especially not the droplet...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

1 of 3 Red opaline glass pendant light by Hustadt Leuchten, 1960
1 of 3 Red opaline glass pendant light by Hustadt Leuchten, 1960

1 of 3 Red opaline glass pendant light by Hustadt Leuchten, 1960

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

This stunning piece of German craftsmanship is by Hustadt Leuchten made around 1960. The lamp is made from opaline glass, has a ufo shape and lights up very cool. The top is made fro...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Large Green Glass Pendant Light by Herbert Proft for Glashütte Limburg 1970
Large Green Glass Pendant Light by Herbert Proft for Glashütte Limburg 1970

Large Green Glass Pendant Light by Herbert Proft for Glashütte Limburg 1970

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

Beautiful dark green opaline glass pendant light by Glashütte Limburg from the 1970's designed by Herbert Proft. The green glass shade is held in place by a brass ring which lead...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large brown and clear glass Peill and Putzler pendant light BELL AH 182
Large brown and clear glass Peill and Putzler pendant light BELL AH 182

Large brown and clear glass Peill and Putzler pendant light BELL AH 182

By Peill & Putzler

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

Cool cappuccino colored large glass dome pendant light by Peill and Putzler from the 1970's. Provides beautiful light through the colored surfaces on the glass. It starts with a cle...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

1 of 4 Waved glass and chrome Peill & Putzler Futura pendant light, 1970 Medium
1 of 4 Waved glass and chrome Peill & Putzler Futura pendant light, 1970 Medium

1 of 4 Waved glass and chrome Peill & Putzler Futura pendant light, 1970 Medium

By Peill & Putzler

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

Beautiful German pendant light manufactured by Peill and Putzler produced around 1970. Amazing wave shaped glass globe and chrome hanging element and a aluminium reflector inside the...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

One of five Vintage Bright Orange Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler 1960
One of five Vintage Bright Orange Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler 1960

One of five Vintage Bright Orange Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler 1960

By Peill & Putzler

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

This opaline glass bright pendant light is made by the German company Peill and Putzler around 1960. Gives very nice soft light. Beautiful retro color but still fits in an everyday...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Very Large Limburg Glass and Brass Lantern Style Pendant Light Midcentury, 1970s
Very Large Limburg Glass and Brass Lantern Style Pendant Light Midcentury, 1970s

Very Large Limburg Glass and Brass Lantern Style Pendant Light Midcentury, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Bremen, DE

Very rare large pendant light by Limburg, featuring an oversized polyhedral glass shade with highlighted edge in the manner of a coach lantern, casts a fantastic light when mounted, ...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1 of 2 Vintage Rare Bright Green Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler 1960
1 of 2 Vintage Rare Bright Green Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler 1960

1 of 2 Vintage Rare Bright Green Glass Pendant Light by Peill and Putzler 1960

By Peill & Putzler

Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB

What - a - find! This rare green pendant light is made by the German company Peill and Putzler around 1960. This color is extremely rare but I was lucky enough to get one. Lights...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

1970s Cascade Light with Metal Balls
1970s Cascade Light with Metal Balls

1970s Cascade Light with Metal Balls

Unavailable

H 27.56 in Dm 16.93 in

1970s Cascade Light with Metal Balls

Located in Cimelice, Czech republic

Cascade pendant light with 4 metal balls from the 1970s. Adjustable length of the balls. Very good condition. Measures: Diameter of balls 14 cm, 18 cm.

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Palme Sconce Flush Light, Glass Flowers, 1960s
Palme Sconce Flush Light, Glass Flowers, 1960s

Palme Sconce Flush Light, Glass Flowers, 1960s

Unavailable

H 6.3 in Dm 14.57 in

Palme Sconce Flush Light, Glass Flowers, 1960s

By Ernst Palme

Located in Bremen, DE

Ernst Palme Mid-Century flush mount light / sconce with glass flowers over an half dome structure and polished brass base. Wiring: The lamps have been tested with US American light ...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1960s Eight-Arm Cristal Ceiling Light
1960s Eight-Arm Cristal Ceiling Light

1960s Eight-Arm Cristal Ceiling Light

Unavailable

H 19.3 in Dm 26.78 in

1960s Eight-Arm Cristal Ceiling Light

Located in Freiburg, DE

E14 bulb fitting, Chromed frame.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Huge Glass Cascade Drop Light Lamp by Limburg
Huge Glass Cascade Drop Light Lamp by Limburg

Huge Glass Cascade Drop Light Lamp by Limburg

Unavailable

H 157.49 in Dm 35.44 in

Huge Glass Cascade Drop Light Lamp by Limburg

Located in Munster, NRW

Huge and elegant Cascade lamp from the 1960s. The length of each glass can be set individually. Dimensions: Three glass balls Ø 20cm Four glass balls Ø 25cm Two glass balls ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

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German Midcentury Pendant Light For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the German midcentury pendant light you’re looking for. Each German midcentury pendant light for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. If you’re shopping for a German midcentury pendant light, we have 612 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer German midcentury pendant light, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A German midcentury pendant light, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Industrial or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Doria Leuchten Germany, Peill & Putzler and Glashütte Limburg each produced at least one beautiful German midcentury pendant light that is worth considering.

How Much is a German Midcentury Pendant Light?

Prices for a German midcentury pendant light start at $95 and top out at $34,978 with the average selling for $1,508.

A Close Look at Mid-century-modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

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MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

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Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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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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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.

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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.