Luxus of Sweden Large Brass Chandelier with White Plexiglass Shades
By Luxus of Sweden
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luxus of Sweden, chandelier, brass, plexiglass, Sweden, 1960s.
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Luxus of Sweden Large Brass Chandelier with White Plexiglass Shades
By Luxus of Sweden
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luxus of Sweden, chandelier, brass, plexiglass, Sweden, 1960s.
Brass
Three Arm Brass Chandelier by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This brass three-light chandelier was created in this “golden age of Scandinavian design”, a period that saw the revival of an elementary, undecorated visual language, emphasizing sl...
Brass
Midcentury Swedish Modern Opaline Glass Teak & Brass Pendant Attr. Luxus, 1960s
By Luxus of Sweden
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This large Mid-Century Modern pendant was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1960s and is attributed to Luxus Vittsjö. Very elegant style influenced by the upcoming Space Age...
Brass
$1,080Sale Price|40% Off
Three Arm Brass Chandelier Green Silk Shades by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This brass three-light chandelier was created in this “golden age of Scandinavian design”, a period that saw the revival of an elementary, undecorated visual language, emphasizing sl...
Brass
Uno & Östen Kristiansson 1960s Chandelier for Luxus, Sweden
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Vienna, AT
Designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson in the 1960s in Sweden for Luxus, Vittsjö. A pine wood ring with eight arms and yellow Texolux shades made of Thai silk.
Brass
Set of 5 Luxus Chandeliers by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Sweden, 1960s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
5 pieces available. Designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden. Please note: listed price is for one (1) chandelier. Produced early 1960s, Sweden. Please note: H...
Brass
Rare circa 1960 Uno and Osten Kristiansson for Luxus Triple Light Chandelier
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1960 Uno and Osten Kristiansson for Luxus triple ceiling light chandelier A very good looking well made and decorative Mid...
Brass
Uno Kristiansson, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier designed by Uno Kristiansson and produced by Luxus, Vittsjö, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Brass
1950s Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Brescia, IT
White Perspex shades, wood and brass details Perfect condition Perfect working order Adjustable height. Shade size: height 32, diameter 11 cm.
Brass
Vintage Ceiling Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, 1950s Sweden
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Three E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V. Our lamps are checked, cleaned and are suitable for use in the USA. Bulbs are not included. It is possible to install this device in al...
Metal, Brass
Large Swedish Midcentury Chandeliers in Acrylic, Pine and Brass by Westal
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Karlstad, SE
Chandeliers by Holger Johansson for Westal. The chandeliers consist of six acrylic cylinders with two light sources in each cylinder. The cylinders are held by thick arms in pine tha...
Brass
$1,647Sale Price|20% Off
Midcentury Swedish Modern Teak and Satin Glass Chandelier, 1960s
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This beautiful vintage four-light chandelier was manufactured in Sweden in the 1960s. It is made of brass and teak and has got 4 satin opal glass lampshades. Condition is very goo...
Opal, Brass
Suspension Lamp Opal Glass, Mid-Century Modern, Italy
By Stilnovo, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Vienna, AT
Stilnovo pear-shaped ball suspension lamp with 2 shades Italy, circa 1950. Wonderful double-suspension lamp with a black lacquered brass beam and white opal pear shaped glass shad...
Brass
Very Elegant Brass & Opaline Glass 10-Light Chandelier by LUXUS
Located in Miami, FL
Very Elegant Brass & Opaline Glass 10-Light Chandelier by LUXUS Designed by Uno & Oesten Kristiansson, Sweden 1950s The chandelier height measures 29.1in or with the existing rod 3...
Brass
Luxus, Chandelier Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1970s
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno Kristiansson
Located in High Point, NC
A chandelier light. By Luxus, Sweden, 1970s. In brass.
Pine
Three Arm Brass Chandelier with Fabric Shades by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Luxus Vittsjö, Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This brass three-light chandelier was created in this “golden age of Scandinavian design”, a period that saw the revival of an elementary, undecorated visual language, emphasizing sl...
Brass
Unique Luxus Chandeliers from Ostersund Sparbank
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of chandeliers designed by Uno & Osten Kristiansson and produced by their family company Luxus.
Brass
Sold
H 42.13 in Dm 22.84 in
Five Arm Brass Ceiling Lamp with Fabric Shades by Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden 1960s
By Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish lighting manufacturer, Luxus gave form to some of the now iconic models that define the “Swedish mid-century style”. This brass five-light ceiling lamp was created in this ...
Brass
Mid-Century Luxus Vittsjo Colored Glass Pendent Lamp Sweden 60s
By Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Palermo, IT
Elegant pendant lamp with three lights with wires spaced by a three-pointed element in bevelled wood and drop-shaped diffusers in green, plum and white colored glass, with brass elem...
Brass
Chandelier by Osten and Uno Christiansson for Luxus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Six lamp chandelier
Brass
Monumental Chandelier, Sweden 1960s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Monumental chandelier, height 87 / 34", diam. 194 cm / 76". With 16 handmade, opal glass shades. Made by Uno & Osten Kristansson, Luxus, Sweden. 1960´s. Fully documented. Custom made...
Brass, Steel
Uno & Osten Kristiansson Rare and Big Ceiling Lamp by Luxus in Sweden
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare and big ceiling lamp designed by Uno & Osten Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden. Provenance: Missionskyrkan, Sturegatan, Sundbyberg. The lamp is a special o...
Brass
Luxus, Chandelier Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1970s
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno Kristiansson
Located in High Point, NC
A chandelier light. By Luxus, Sweden, 1970s. In brass.
Pine
Sold
H 28.75 in Dm 18.9 in
Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Opaline Glass Teak & Brass Pendant by Luxus 1960s
By Luxus of Sweden
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This large Mid-Century Modern pendant was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1960s by Luxus Vittsjö. Very elegant style influenced by the upcoming Space Age. It has got a...
Brass
Brass and Teak Chandelier by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very beautiful original chandelier of twelve-arms in brass and teak detailed with an inside white opaline glass shade, which gives a nice atmospheric light with around a glass of Fum...
Brass
Sold
H 15.75 in Dm 28.35 in
Large Swedish Midcentury Chandeliers in Acrylic, Pine and Brass by Luxus, 1960s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Karlstad, SE
Rare chandeliers by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Luxus. The chandeliers consist of six acrylic cylinders with two light sources in each cylinder.
Brass
Scandinavian Chandelier in Brass, 1960s
By Luxus of Sweden
Located in Oslo, NO
Beautiful and well-made three armed chandelier on a brass frame opaline plexiglass shades. Most likely designed and manufactured in Sweden from circa 1960s second half. The lamp is f...
Brass
Uno & Östen Kristiansson 1960s Chandelier for Luxus, Sweden
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Vienna, AT
Designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson in the 1960s in Sweden for Luxus, Vittsjö. A pine wood ring with eight arms and yellow-green Texolux shades. Diameter 96, height 84 cm.
Brass
Uno & Östen Kristiansson Chandelier for Luxus Green Thai-Silk Shades
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Vienna, AT
Designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson in the 1960s in Sweden for Luxus, Vittsjö. A pine wood frame with eight arms and green Thai-Silk Texolux shades. Diameter 90, height 85 cm.
Brass
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H 33.86 in Dm 32.29 in
Uno & Östen Kristiansson Brass Ceiling Light for Luxus AB Vittsjö, Sweden, 1960s
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Utrecht, NL
This marvellous, brass six-light ceiling light was created in what we now call “the golden age of Scandinavian design”. The period saw the revival of an elementary, undecorated visua...
Brass
Large Wooden Chandelier from Temde
By Ib Fabiansen, Temde Leuchten, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
Very large and beautiful chandelier from the 1960s. Great and unusual design with a fantastically comfortable look. The frame made of cherry wood is very noble. Manufacturer: Temde ...
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Scandinavain Modern Uplight Pendant 'B'
By Luxus of Sweden, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in New York, NY
One of two available Scandinavian Modern uplight pendants designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Luxus, Sweden. The fixture’s shade is made from lightweight aluminum and is plated in br...
Aluminum, Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Scandinavain Modern Uplight Pendant 'A'
By Luxus of Sweden, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in New York, NY
One of two available Scandinavian Modern uplight pendants designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Luxus, Sweden. The fixture’s shade is made from lightweight aluminum and is plated in br...
Aluminum, Brass
Sold
H 31.5 in Dm 16.54 in
Luxus Palwa Midcentury Chandelier Gilt Brass Faceted Crystal Glass Globes, 1960
By Palwa
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Precious gilt brass and crystal glass ball chandelier made by high class lighting company Palwa, Germany circa 1960-1970. The chain-hanging length-adjustable chandelier has a gilt br...
Crystal, Metal, Brass
1940s French Atelier Petitot Three-Light Chandelier in Brass and Green
Located in Stamford, CT
French brass and green painted metal chandelier by Atelier Petitot.
Brass
1950s Brass & Opaline Glass Pendant Attributed to Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Brass & Opaline Glass Pendant Attributed to Stilnovo. Executed in sculptural round opaline glass with brass hardware. A highly refined ceiling lamp light of attractive scale an...
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with five arms each fitted with E27 sockets and hand made shades. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1950s.
Brass
Swedish Midcentury Pendant in Oak and Opaline Glass by Luxus
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Karlstad, SE
A pendant by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, 1950s. This lamp features a large sphere in frosted opaline glass, held by a teak piece with small holes around it that lets the li...
Opaline Glass, Teak
Brass and Glass Chandelier in Lyfa Style, Denmark, 1970s
By Lyfa
Located in Praha, CZ
6-flamming chandelier with white sanded glass. Cleaned and polished One glass shade has small dent - seen on photo Two separate circuits - 3+3 bulbs 6x40W, E14-E15 bulbs US wiri...
Brass
$4,804
H 45.28 in Dm 21.66 in
Midmodern Style Italian Brass Pendant Lamp with Bright Green Murano Glass Slabs
Located in Madrid, ES
These lights features a brass structure from which multiple Murano glass slabs are suspended, arranged in a layered composition around the central stem. The glass elements are crafte...
Brass
ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and fabric chandelier designed and produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with vintage age and normal use. Replaced lampshades, model originally outfitted with...
Brass
$19,000
H 15.75 in Dm 25.2 in
Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan 5-arm Chandelier in Brass, Sweden 1940s
By Ateljé Lyktan, Hans Bergström
Located in Prague, New Town
A rare 5-arm brass chandelier, model ’80’, designed by Swedish architect and lighting designer Hans Bergström (1910-1996). Manufactured by Ateljé Lyktan in the 1940s. Made of brass a...
Brass
Swedish Modern Brass and Glass Six-Light Chandelier, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hammarö, SE
This striking Swedish ceiling lamp captures the refined optimism of Scandinavian design during the mid-20th century. Its sculptural brass framework extends outward in six balanced ar...
Brass
Mid-century Modern 3 Socket Green Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century Modern 3 Socket Green Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 3x E14 light bulb Wired and suitable to use wi...
Metal, Brass
Swedish Modern Brass Chandelier
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in Karlstad, SE
Elegant Swedish Modern chandelier from the 1940s. The lamp features a six-arm brass construction with soft, sweeping curves and a tall central stem that gives the piece a balanced, a...
Brass
Stilnovo Brass And Glass Chandelier, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Large Stilnovo chandelier from the 1950s. Polished brass structure (partially patinated in a darker hue) with large satin glass diffusers and brass finials Very nice original conditi...
Brass
$13,800
H 40.95 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in
Harald Notini and Eller Uno Westerberg for Chandelier in Brass and Glass
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Harald Notini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Harald Notini and Uno Westerberg for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik chandelier model '12078', Sweden, 1950s Elegant Swedish chandelier, model 12078, dating from the 1950s. The design fe...
Brass
$2,694
H 15.75 in Dm 32.29 in
Mid-Century Modern 5-Head Green Metal and Brass Chandelier, 1950s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-Century Modern 5-Head Green Metal and Brass Chandelier, 1950s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 5x E27 and 5x E14 light bulbs. Wired and...
Metal, Brass
$3,382
H 22.84 in Dm 16.54 in
Hans Bergström Brass & Opaline Glass Three Arm Chandelier, ASEA, Sweden 1950s
By Hans Bergström, ASEA
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This three light Scandinavian Modern chandelier was designed by Hans Bergström and manufactured by ASEA in Sweden in the early 1950s. The fixture features three cream colored opali...
Brass
$15,700
H 31.5 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in
1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Chandelier in Satin Glass and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chandelier, satin glass, coated aluminum, brass, Italy, 1950s A striking example of Italian mid-century modern design, exuding unmistakable elegance with a refined yet understated ...
Aluminum, Brass
$2,752
H 45.28 in W 16.15 in D 8.27 in
Large Italian Art Deco Wrought Iron Lantern, Paolo Buffa Style. 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Argelato, BO
Large Italian Art Deco Lantern in the style of Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1940s This is a highly elegant piece, crafted thanks to the remarkable technical expertise of Italian craftsmen. T...
Wrought Iron
$1,827
H 23.63 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
1920s French Art Deco Square Pendant Chandelier with Frosted Art Glass
By Muller
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This elegant square pendant chandelier is a refined example of early French Art Deco lighting from the 1920s. Suspended from a geometric frame, the light features frosted art glass p...
Metal, Brass
$592 / item
H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 2 in
Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford
By Peter Glassford
Located in San Antonio, TX
A sculptural White wash collage tiles part of the Brutal Nature collection by Peter Glassford, handcrafted from reclaimed wood fragments and assembled into a richly textured, one-of-...
Wood
$2,019 / item
H 18.5 in W 9.05 in D 3.14 in
Cabesa Brass Casting Wall Sconce, Art Lighting, Sculptural Lighting
Located in İstiklal, TR
CABESA wall sconce is an exquisite piece of lighting that combines brass casting with an inspired leaf design to create a unique and captivating fixture. The sconce is made up of thr...
Brass
$2,974 / item
H 16.54 in W 55.12 in D 20.87 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Woven Leather Bench Customizable Upholstery and Wood
By Pescetta
Located in IT
Klismos walnut wood brown woven leather Bench, Customizable Upholstery and Wood. Other colors and upholstery are available. Italian artisanal production by Pescetta Home Decoration....
Leather, Walnut
American 1940's Tufted Curved Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful super stylish curved sofa. Made in the US probably in the 1940's maybe early 1950's. Designer and maker unknown. Tufted and with loose cushion. Has a bit of Hollywood pana...
Wool, Wood
$2,752
H 10.75 in W 5.25 in D 4.4 in
Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style
By Victor Horta
Located in Lisse, NL
Top condition and pure elegance Art Nouveau vase. For the collectors of museum quality and condition Art Nouveau ceramics. This stunning Art Nouveau vase is decorated with the mos...
Bronze
Stunning Italian Murano Six-Tier Pink Felci Glass Chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
Huge and amazing Italian Murano Chandelier composed of 52 splendid pink glasses that give a very elegant look. The glasses of this chandelier are real works of art, the weight of thi...
Metal
$3,431
H 32.29 in W 8.86 in D 8.86 in
Ceiling lamp "6401" by Harald Notini for Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1920s
By Harald Notini, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Elegant ceiling lamp designed by Harald Notini and produced by Arvid Böhlmarks Lampvarufabrik during the 1920s. The model features a tapered lantern form with panels of leaded glass ...
Iron
Osvaldo Borsani, Wall Mirror, Wood, Italy, 1940s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in High Point, NC
A wood wall mirror designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced by ABV Arredamenti Borsani Varedo, Italy, c. 1940s. Minimal wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inch...
Wood
$1,887
H 90.56 in W 35.44 in D 14.18 in
Lacquered Crimson Rattan Pagoda Etagere, Mid-Century Chinoiserie
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
This exceptional rattan and wicker bookshelf is a masterclass in Chinoiserie refinement. Its silhouette is defined by a dramatic pagoda-style top, finished with turned finials that p...
Rattan
JOSETTE SCONCE - Modern Hand Forged Gold Leaf Feather Sconce
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
JOSETTE SCONCE - Modern Hand-Forged Gold Leaf Feather Sconce The Josette Sconce is a stunning piece of functional art designed to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any i...
Gold Leaf
$1,800 / item
H 26 in W 18 in D 18 in
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak This Modern Cicely Counter Stool with Sheepskin Seat is beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, ...
Sheepskin, Wood, Oak
Vintage French Black Iron 10-Arm Chandelier with Shades
Located in Chicago, IL
A mid-20th century French chandelier, wrought in blackened iron with ten sweeping arms that curve outward in perfect symmetry. Each stem lifts an ivory fabric shade, its light soften...
Iron
$592Sale Price|19% Off
H 29.53 in Dm 22.45 in
1940s vintage chandelier in ornate crystal and brass Italian design
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Chandelier with gilt brass frame and crystals with floral decorations, Italian design, 1940s. CONDITION: In good, working condition, may show signs of wear given by time. SIZING: H...
Brass
$1,769
H 17.72 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in
Antique Vintage English Pharmacy Moonstone Opaline Glass Ceiling Pendant Light
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in Sale, GB
- A stunning antique moonstone opalescent glass pharmacy ceiling pendant, England circa 1920. - An incredibly elegant glass pendant light made in England by GEC - General Electric Co...
Copper
Whether burnished or lacquered, antique, new and vintage brass furniture can elevate a room.
From traditional spaces that use brass as an accent — by way of brass dining chairs or brass pendant lights — to contemporary rooms that embrace bold brass decor, there are many ways to incorporate the golden-hued metal.
“I find mixed metals to be a very updated approach, as opposed to the old days, when it was all shiny brass of dulled-out silver tones,” says interior designer Drew McGukin. “I especially love working with brass and blackened steel for added warmth and tonality. To me, aged brass is complementary across many design styles and can trend contemporary or traditional when pushed either way.”
He proves his point in a San Francisco entryway, where a Lindsey Adelman light fixture hangs above a limited-edition table and stools by Kelly Wearstler — also an enthusiast of juxtapositions — all providing bronze accents. The walls were hand-painted by artist Caroline Lizarraga and the ombré stair runner is by DMc.
West Coast designer Catherine Kwong chose a sleek brass and lacquered-parchment credenza by Scala Luxury to fit this San Francisco apartment. “The design of this sideboard is reminiscent of work by French modernist Jean Prouvé. The brass font imbues the space with warmth and the round ‘portholes’ provide an arresting geometric element.”
Find antique, new and vintage brass tables, case pieces and other furnishings now on 1stDibs.
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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Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.