Murano Glass Pendant Light, Italy
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Murano glass pendant light with colored green and yellow glass and chromed metal frame.
Chrome
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Metal, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and Murano-glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s.
Metal
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-lacquered metal and frosted glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s.
Metal
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Metal, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A nickel-plated metal and reticello glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s.
Metal
Pendant Light UFO Murano Glass and Metal. Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern space age UFO metal chrome chandelier ceiling pendant lighting light lamp, italian design attributed to Selenova. In the mood manufacture like Venini, Vistosi, La ...
Metal, Chrome
1960s Metal & Milk Glass Pendant Light, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage white pendant light made of metal and chrome with milk glass shade.
Metal
Lantern-style pendant light in glass and metal, Italy, 1970s
Located in Lyon, FR
Charming glass and metal pendant light made in Italy in the 1970s.
Metal
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-lacquered metal, brass and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo Opal Glass, Brass and Metal Pendant Light, Italy 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid-century pendant light in opal glass, brass, and black enameled perforated metal.
Metal, Brass, Iron
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
An alabaster-painted yellow glass, brass and metal pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1970s.
Metal, Brass
Toni Zuccheri, Pendant Light, Glass, Metal, Italy, 1970s
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in High Point, NC
A white opaline glass and metal pendant light, model Ninfee, designed by Toni Zuccheri and produced by Venini, Italy, c. 1970s.
Metal
Gino Sarfatti, Pendant Light, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1950s
By Gino Sarfatti
Located in High Point, NC
A red-lacquered metal and white opaline glass pendant light, model 2079, designed by Gino Sarfatti and produced by Arteluce, Italy, c. 1950s.
Metal
Pair of Clear and Green Glass Ball Ceiling Light Pendants Italy 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A pair of large mid-century swirl pattern glass ball fixture by a Murano Glass manufactory from Italy. Each Fixture requires one European E27 Edison bulb, up to 100 watts. Glass ball...
Metal, Chrome
Esperia, Vintage Italian Glass and Metal Pendant Light Chandelier
By Esperia
Located in Catania, CT
Good vintage condition with trace of age and use for this chandelier made from glass, lacquer and aluminum. Produced in Italy during the 70s. Full working with EU standard, adaptable...
Aluminum
Italian Mid-Century Glass, Brass, and Black Metal Pendant Light
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian pendant light, circa 1950s–1960s, featuring a softly domed opaline glass shade suspended beneath a patinated brass and blackened metal gallery.
Brass
Smoked Glass and Chromed Metal Seven-Light Pendant Chandelier, Italy, 1970s
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Barntrup, DE
Smoked glass and chromed metal seven-light pendant chandelier, Italy, circa the 1970s, attributed to Gino Vistosi.
Metal, Chrome
Leucos, Italian Modern, Pendant Light, Handblown Glass, Metal, Italy, 1960s
By Leucos Design Lab
Located in Stamford, CT
Leucos Design Lab, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Pendant Light or Chandelier, Handblown Glass, Metal, Italy, 1960s An adjustable glass and metal pendant light designed and produced by...
Blown Glass
Aureliano Toso Attribution, Pendant Light, Glass, Metal, Italy, 1950s
By Aureliano Toso
Located in High Point, NC
A Reticello glass and chrome metal pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Metal
Minimalist Italian Metal and Glass Bell Light Pendant Lamp by Sebastian Herkner
By Sebastian Herkner
Located in Hamburg, DE
Additional information: Materials: Glass, Metal Color: Black Styles: Minimalist Country of Origin: Italy Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned Diamension: 13.78ʺW × 13.78ʺD × 15.7...
Metal
5-light Metal and Glass Chandelier, Italy, 1940s
Located in Palermo, IT
5-light metal and glass chandelier, Italy, 1940s Found in a noble apartment. Intact glasses, small lesion on the stem. Working.
Metal
Veca Italian Crystal, Glass and Metal Ceiling Light
By VECA
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly invite you to read the full description, as it contains detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our items. This iconic and generously si...
Crystal, Metal
$511Sale Price|24% Off
Italian Modern Space Age Pendant Light, Glass & Silver Metal, 1980s
By Artemide
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Italian Modern Space Age Pendant – Glass & Silver Metal Sophisticated yet minimalist Italian-made pendant, a bridge between late 20th-century modernism and Space Age aesthetics....
Metal, Chrome
Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Metal, Perspex, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and white opaline perspex pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 40.0"H x 22.0"D Stem Lengt...
Metal
Italian Murano Glass Pendant Light
Located in Antwerp, BE
A sculptural Murano glass ceiling light fixture. This pendant lamp has a highly decorative design. Diameter 48 cm. Height fixture 37 cm. Total height 55 cm.
Metal
Italian Gilt Metal and Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Italian guilt metal light fixture with glass globes. 8 candelabra lights.
$3,533Sale Price|20% Off
Space Age Acrylic Glass and Chromed Metal Pendant Light, Italy, 1960s
By Fabio Lenci
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
This striking globe pendant lamp from the 1970s features a sleek combination of white Perspex and chrome, capturing the futuristic aesthetic of the era. The spherical shade, crafted ...
Chrome
Jonathan Pendant Light by Nino Zussino, Metal & Ribbed Glass, Italy
By Fontana Arte, Candle
Located in London, England
The "Jonathan" suspension is an iconic work designed by Nino Zussino for the famous brand Candle Fontana Arte. Made of metal and black ribbed glass, its contemporary and elegant silh...
Glass
Tuscany Style Chandelier Pendant Light Glass & Blue Colored Metal, 1980s, Italy
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful chandelier made in Italy in the 1980s. It is made of metal and glass. The chandelier requires six European E14 / 110 Volt Candelabra bulbs, each bulb up to 40 watts. A ...
Metal
Murano Glass Pendant Light, Italy, 1970s
By De Majo
Located in Praha, CZ
This authentic Murano glass pendant light was produced in Italy during the 1970s and represents the refined elegance of mid-century Italian lighting design.
Metal
Stilnovo Midcentury Metal and Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant ceiling light features a softly rounded, opaque glass shade that emits a warm and inviting glow, perfect for creating a cozy ambiance in any room. The minimalist design ...
Metal
Italian Metal and Glass Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's Italian light fixture with 3 Murano shades. Measurements: Drop: 24" Diameter: 24" Height of body: 18"
Metal
$1,534Sale Price|20% Off
Murano Glass Fazzoletto Pendant Light, Striped Design, Italy, 1970s
By Carlo Nason, Kalmar Lighting, Toni Zuccheri, Mazzega, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Impressive 1970s striped Murano art glass ceiling light attributed to AV Mazzega. The shape is known as Fazzoletto due to its resemblance to a large handkerchief that seems to have b...
Murano Glass, Art Glass, Glass
Pendant in Black Painted Metal and Glass, Italy, 1960's
By Sergio Mazza
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Pendant in Black Painted Metal and Glass, Italy, 1960's This sculptural Italian pendant lamp from the 1960s is designed in the style of Sergio Mazza and reflects the refined industr...
Metal
Round Glass and Red Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Round Glass and Red Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. 2 available This lamp works with 1 small and 1 big size fluorescent ...
Metal
Italian Florentine Gilt Metal and White Opalescent Glass Five-Light Chandelier
Located in Barntrup, DE
Italian Florentine gilt metal and white opalescent glass five-light chandelier. This adorable Hollywood Regency-style chandelier features five chandelier arms each with a white opal...
Metal
Italian Hollywood Regency Gilt Metal and Glass Flower Ceiling Light, 1970s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Italian Hollywood Regency style gilt metal and glass flower ceiling light, 1970s A charming Italian ceiling light in the Hollywood Regency style, dating to the 1970s. This sculptura...
Metal
Italian Midcentury Designer Pendant Lamp in Metal and Glass, 1960s
By Stilnovo, Bruno Gatta
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Midcentury Designer Pendant Lamp in Metal and Glass, 1960s Rare Italian pendant lamp in very good original vintage condition.
Metal, Chrome
Italian Rococo Gilt Metal and Cut-Glass Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Of open scrolling outline with beaded scrolls hung with pearl-shaped drops and flower-heads, above a hanging sphere. Electrified.
Metal
Italian Designer, Pendant, Glass, Chrome Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and chrome metal pendant light designed and produced in Italy, 1950s.
Chrome
Italian Murano Glass Bell-Shaped Iced Glass and Chrome Pendant Light, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Barntrup, DE
This stunning mid-century Italian Murano glass pendant light features a chromed metal fitting.
Metal, Chrome
Antique Hammered Metal and Color Glass Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Italian Brutalist style leaded chunky colored glass pendant light fixture with an interior Edison light bulb of up to 100 watts.
Metal
Italian Pendant Light with two glass shades Italy - 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Interesting Italian Pendant Light with two glass shades. With the unique brass element one can adjust the lights at will. Wonderful for a staircase. The measurements given apply to t...
Metal
Bamboo pendant lamp with clear glass with chrome decoration
Located in Vedelago, IT
Metal frame available in the following finishes: chrome, 24kt gold plated, satin black nickel, black nickel. Murano glass tubes worked with hammered effect available: with decorative...
Metal
Glass and Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Light by F. Fabian, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Glass and Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Light by F. Fabian, 1970s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with Halogen light bulbs. Wired and suitable to u...
Metal
Gold Metal & Ball Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Gold Metal & Ball Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
Metal
Square Glass and Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Stilux, 1960s, Italy
By Stilux
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Square Glass and Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Stilux, 1960s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. 2 available This lamp works with E27 standart light bulbs. W...
Metal
$7,377Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Murano Glass Disco Sputnik Pendant Light
Located in London, GB
A stunning Italian round Sputnik Pendant Light; featuring clear Murano glass discs with white glass centers, hand-blown using the Pulegoso technique.
Murano Glass
$1,743
Glass Pendant Light
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco glass and brass pendant light. Measures: Diameter:35 cm. Height:55 cm. One E27 bulb.
Metal, Brass
Glass and Black Metal Flush Mount Light by Greco Illuminazione, 1950s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Round Glass and Black Metal Flush Mount Light by Greco Illuminazione, 1950s, Ita Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 2x E27 light bulbs. Wired and s...
Metal
Stilnovo Pendant with Opaline Glass and Black Metal, Italy 1960's
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
Classic Stilnovo 1960's pendant in milk glass edged with a metal rim hanging from a black metal and brass lamp holder. This lamp is very functional for general light and most suitabl...
Metal, Nickel
VeniceM Less 5 Pendant Light in Metal and Glass by Massimo Tonetto
By VeniceM, Massimo Tonetto
Located in Mogliano Veneto, TV
Suspended lamp with diffused light. Burnished natural brass, polished black nickel or matte black nickel structure composed of brass profiles, satin blown glass spheres and satin gla...
Metal
Hollywood Regency Style Gilt Metal and Crystal Glass Six-Light Chandelier, Italy
Located in Barntrup, DE
Elegant Hollywood Regency–style chandelier made in Italy circa 1970s, featuring a gilt metal frame with intricate foliate detailing and cascading crystal glass pendants.
Crystal, Metal
Stilnovo designer pendant light in opaline glass and metal dating from the 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in LE CANNET, FR
Pendant light in black lacquered metal and brass, with 3 satin white opal glass diffuser.
Metal, Brass
midcentury modern Murano glass pendant light 1970s Italy
By La Murrina
Located in Palermo, PA
This exceptional pendant lamp from the 1970s is a striking example of mid-century Italian design. The hand-blown Murano glass is elegantly shaped like a wide-brimmed hat, giving the ...
Metal
Vintage Three-Light Suspended Lamp, Metal & Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage suspended lamp is a design lamp manufactured in Italy, circa 1950s. Elegant suspended three-lights lamp in lacquered metal, brass and glass. Dimensions: cm 40 x 90 x 40. ...
Brass, Metal
midcentury modern Murano glass pendant light 1970s Italy
By Mazzega
Located in Palermo, PA
This exceptional pendant lamp from the 1970s is a striking example of mid-century Italian design. The hand-blown Murano glass is gracefully shaped like a wide-brimmed hat, giving the...
Metal, Wire
Stilnovo designer pendant light in opaline glass and metal dating from the 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in LE CANNET, FR
Pendant light in openwork, green-lacquered metal with an satin white opal glass diffuser.
Metal
Italian Three-Light Frosted Leaf Glass and Metal Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Italian three-light frosted leaf glass and metal chandelier. Large hand blown leafs are softly textured with frosted organic patterning. Green softly shades the leaf silhouettes in...
Metal
Seguso, Pendant Light in Glass and Lacquered Metal, circa 1950
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Paris, FR
Seguso Pendant light Glass, lacquered metal Italy, circa 1950 Measure: H 100 x D 22 cm The high can be adjusted.
Metal
Unavailable
H 74 in Dm 25.25 in
Italian Murano Glass Pendant Light White and Crystal Glass with Black Thread
By Studio Tecnico, ITRE
Located in Saddle Brook , NJ
Italian Murano glass pendant light. Milky white hand blown "Incamiciato" glass diffuser combined with crystal applied border with submerged black glass thread.
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Unavailable
H 7.87 in Dm 23.6 in
Italian 1950s Three-Light Lacquered Metal and Decorated Glass Shades Chandelier
Located in Caprino Veronese, VR
Pretty three-light Italian chandelier from the 1950s. Lacquered metal frame in pastel green and ivory colours. The stem is in gilded brass. Three metal arms support the beveled clea...
Aluminum, Brass
Murano Glass Pendant Light
Located in Lake Success, NY
Murano glass pendant light fixture. Italian, 1960s. The given dimensions in the measurement details is only of the pendant body not including the cable and ceiling cap. Total leng...
Metal
Unavailable
H 50.01 in Dm 13.78 in
1960s Italian Mazzega Polished Chrome & Murano Textured Glass Pendant Light
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in London, England
An eye-catching and striking 1960s Italian pendant hanging light designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega.
Metal, Chrome
Unavailable
H 3.5 in Dm 14.13 in
Kwic Modern Italian Minimalist Glass and Metal Pendant, Black or Bronze, Small
By Axolight
Located in Danbury, CT
Kwic, designed by Serge and Robert Cornelissen, is a family of floor, suspension, ceiling or wall lamps. A semi-spherical blown glass diffuser contains the integrated LED light sour...
Aluminum
Unavailable
H 29.5 in W 24 in D 19.5 in
Midcentury Italian Handcrafted Pendant Light Amber Glass Antique Brass Finish
Located in Saddle Brook , NJ
Midcentury Italian handcrafted pendant light amber glass with antique brass finish mounting.
Metal
A brass, glass and painted metal ceiling light by Sciolari
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in London, GB
A brass, glass and painted metal ceiling light Gaetano Sciolari for Stilnova Italy c 1960
Brass
Unavailable
H 18.5 in Dm 9.25 in
Yellow Handblown Glass Anni Trenta Suspension Pendant Light by Venini, Italy
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
“The spirits of Venini’s unmistakable identity have always been imprinted upon my memory. When I work for this noble company, I always try to connect to the mystery of archetypes tha...
Metal
Unavailable
H 18.5 in Dm 9.25 in
Handblown White Glass Anni Trenta Suspension Pendant Light by Venini, Italy
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
“The spirits of Venini’s unmistakable identity have always been imprinted upon my memory. When I work for this noble company, I always try to connect to the mystery of archetypes tha...
Metal
Unavailable
H 37.4 in W 21.25 in D 8.85 in
1950s Italian opaline glass with original decoration two-light pendant lamp.
Located in Caprino Veronese, VR
Truly unique this hanging lamp composed of two opaline glass lampshades identical in shape, with decorative decal motifs. The decorations used are different for each lampshade: one f...
Metal
Unavailable
H 13.39 in Dm 23.63 in
Italian Chandelier with a Grey Metal Frame and Milk Glass Tubes, Italy, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, Rheinland Pfalz
This large and elegant Italian chandelier of 1960s consists of six metal arms. Each arm contains a long milk glass tube. The chandelier with his colors and timeless design is suita...
Metal
Unavailable
H 31 in Dm 21.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Pendant Light Murano Cast Glass Crystal-Graniglia
By Rosanna Toso, Murano Due
Located in Saddle Brook , NJ
Mid-Century Modern Italian pendant light Murano cast glass hand finished in crystal-graniglia.
Glass
Unavailable
H 7.75 in Dm 25 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Pendant Light Murano Blown White Glass Crystal Border
By ITRE, Studio Tecnico
Located in Saddle Brook , NJ
Mid-Century Modern Italian pendant light Murano hand blown white glass with crystal "Rigadin" Border.
Blown Glass
Unavailable
H 18.11 in Dm 27.55 in
F.Fabbian 80s five-light chandelier, etched glass shades and gilded metal frame.
By F. Fabbian
Located in Caprino Veronese, VR
A beautiful and rare F.Fabbian marked five-light chandelier. Italy, 1980s. The structure is made of gilded brass and metal, the lamp shades are in etched art glass molded in a beauti...
Metal
1960s Venini "Anemone" Orange Murano Glass Pendant Light
By Venini
Located in Milan, IT
"Anemone" pendant light: transparent blown glass with coloured "rods" White lacquered metal structure. Adjustable height.
Metal
Unavailable
H 38 in Dm 16 in
Futuristic Italian Chrome-Plated Metal and Glass Spherical Lantern c 1960s
By Leucos Design Lab
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A futuristic and forward-thinking 1960s Italian chrome-plated spherical lantern with inset Italian glass lenses. A central ring which bisects the fixture, adds to the planetary feel ...
Metal
Unavailable
H 34.65 in W 13 in D 13 in
Elegant Italian Brass and Milk Glass Three-Light Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant Italian three-light chandelier, 1950s. Brass and milk glass on red lacquered metal supports. Bulbs: if sold to US or Canada the chandelier will be adapted to fit standard ...
Brass
Unavailable
H 34.65 in W 13 in D 13 in
Elegant Italian Brass and Milk Glass Three-Light Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant Italian three-light chandelier, 1950s. Brass and milk glass on red lacquered metal supports. Bulbs: if sold to US or Canada the chandelier will be delivered with simple sc...
Brass
Unavailable
H 20.47 in Dm 13.38 in
1970s Mazzega Murano hand-blown glass and chrome one-light pendant lamp.
By Mazzega
Located in Caprino Veronese, VR
Beautiful 1970s Italian one-light pendant lamp in chrome and hand-blown Murano art glass in the style of Mazzega. The hand-blown glass shade, shaped with great skill, is clear and or...
Metal
1950s Murano glass and gilt brass twelve-light Italian chandelier.
Located in Caprino Veronese, VR
Timeless elegance Italian twelve-light chandelier from the early 1950s in gilded brass with conical Murano glass lampshades made with "Reticello" filigree workmanship. This complex a...
Aluminum, Brass
1960s Chrome Black and Textured Glass Pendant Light by Lyfa
By RAAK
Located in Melbourne, AU
An elegant, long-stemmed pendant light in restrained modernist midcentury style.
Steel, Chrome
A Venetian Impero Metal and Crystal Three Light Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
The circular banded metal corona embellished with stylized crystal flower heads and foliate; hung with graduating beaded glass pendant swags; continuing to the main pierced banded ti...
Crystal, Metal
Unavailable
H 29.14 in Dm 23.63 in
Gilt Metal Italian Chandelier with Six Lights and Blue Glass Tear Drops
Located in Eindhoven, NL
A very pretty contemporary gilt metal chandelier with aquamarine glass tear drops. This beautiful lamp has 6 light fittings and is richly decorated with clear chains of small beads....
Metal
Unavailable
H 20.5 in W 45 in D 2.75 in
Italian 1940s Light by Giovanni Gariboldi Etched Crystal Glass and Brass
By Giovanni Gariboldi
Located in Limerick, IE
Light fixture designed by Giovanni Gariboldi made in Italy, circa 1940. This amazing light fixture is made up of three glass panels balanced on a metal frame made with painted lacque...
Brass
Art Déco Yellow Opaline Glass Italian Pendant, 1930s
Located in Cassina de'Pecchi, IT
Art Déco linear shape ceiling lamp manufactured in Italy at the beginning of the 20th century. The light shade is an elegant rounded yellow opaline glass with a metal structure adorn...
Metal
Glass & Wood Foresta Chandelier, Made in Italy
By VG design and laboratory department
Located in Treviso, Treviso
Modern pendant light part of Glass&Wood collection. Steel structure in bronze finish with LED lighting, enclosing two 5+5 cm glass layers containing a thin section of wood slice of ...
Metal
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.
Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
Designer Eva Menz wants the light to "evoke curiosity and a sense of wonder."
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The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
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The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
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