$282Sale Price|45% Off
Danish Modernist Blown Diablo Glass Pendant Light with Brass Disc
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small Diablo - hour glass shaped opaline and red striped matte glass hanging lamp with center brass disc. Anonymous danish maker/design - circa 1970-80. Measurements: H: 15 cm, Diame...
Brass
Midcentury Murano Pendant Chandelier w Stunning Mouth Blown Glass Discs, Vistosi
By Vistosi
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful design pendant with large, mouth blown art glass discs on chrome frame.
Chrome
$10,900 / item
Hand-Blown Glass Disc Sputnik-Style Chandelier
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Large hand-crafted Murano glass disc sputnik-style chandelier with black and clear discs and chrome body. Currently out of stock but available for custom order. Customization of gl...
Chrome
Multicolored Discs flushmount in blown Murano glass Giovanni Dalla Fina Italy
By Giovanni Dalla Fina
Located in Villaverla, IT
Modern Murano glass flushmount with multicolored disc, Giovanni Dalla Fina, Italy. This outstanding and brightful flushmount is made of a chromed metal frame, which supports a huge v...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Modernist Elongated Hand-Blown Transparent Murano Glass Disc & Chrome Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning modernist elongated chandelier was handblown in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production. It offers...
Chrome
Mid-Century Hand-Blown Murano Glass Disc Chandelier in Smoked Tortoise
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Mid-Century Modernist chandelier was crafted in Murano, Italy circa 1980. It embodies the impeccable artistry and innovation for which Murano glass is celebrated. The ...
Chrome
Giovanni Dalla Fina Italian Discs Murano Glass Pendant Chandelier, 1990s
By Giovanni Dalla Fina
Located in Villaverla, IT
Drawing inspiration from a refined mid-century modern aesthetic, this sculptural pendant fixture is meticulously constructed from dozens of individual, hand-blown Murano glass "disch...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Milk Glass, Murano Glass
Modernist Hand-Blown Ruby Murano Glass Pagoda Form Organic Disc Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary Modernist chandelier in a distinctive pagoda form, expertly crafted from hand-blown Murano glass, Italy, 21st century. This sculptural and eye-catching piece exempli...
Brass
1960s Flush Mount Lamps Amber and Clear Blown Murano Glass Discs on Metal
By Vistosi
Located in London, GB
A very elegant and rare pair of flash mount ceiling or wall lamps 1960s vintage Italian Design in the manner of Vistosi. These lights have a convex circular shape made out of several...
Blown Glass
Modernist Pagoda Style Disc Chandelier in Hand Blown Murano Amethyst Glass
Located in New York, NY
This elegant chandelier was realized in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for their superlative glass production. It features a pagoda style bo...
Chrome
Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Pagoda Form Disc Chandelier in Citrine Hue
Located in New York, NY
This Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Pagoda Form Disc Chandelier is an exquisite example of contemporary Venetian glass artistry. Realized in Murano, Italy—renowned for its centuri...
Chrome
Modernist Brass Sputnik Chandelier w/ Hand Blown Translucent Murano Glass Discs
Located in New York, NY
This dramatic and graphic sputnik was realized in Murano, Italy- the islands off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for their superlative glass production. It features a weal...
Brass
Modernist Hand-Blown Smoked Mauve Spotted Murano Glass Five-Tier Disc Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A dazzling Modernist five-tier chandelier, superbly crafted from hand-blown Murano glass, Italy, circa 1980. This exceptional piece combines the timeless artistry of Venetian glassma...
Chrome
$11,800 / item
Murano Black Glass Disc Sputnik Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern Murano black glass disc Sputnik Chandelier. Circa 2000. The chandelier has been professionally rewired, comes with matching chain and canopy. It is ready to hang!
Blown Glass
Murano Pink Glass Disc Sputnik Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern Murano pink glass disc sputnik chandelier with brass frame. Circa 2000. The chandelier has been professionally re-wired, cleaned and is ready to hang. Includes matching chain ...
Brass
Amazing Red Disc Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
The 24 red discs of precious Murano glass are arranged on three levels. Nine E 14 light bulbs. Height without chain 40 cm. Available also a pair and and also with a white disc varia...
Blown Glass
Majestic Purple Murano Glass Discs Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 136 Purple Murano glass discs disposed in ten rows, forming two overlapping pyramids. 21 E 27 light bulbs up to 40 watts per bulb. A pair...
Iron
Amazing Red Disc Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
The 24 red discs of precious Murano glass are arranged on three levels. Nine E 14 light bulbs. Height without chain 40 cm. Price is for 1 item.
Blown Glass
Amazing Red Disc Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
The 24 red discs of precious Murano glass are arranged on three levels. Nine E 14 light bulbs. Height without chain 40 cm. Available also a pair.
Blown Glass
Majestic Purple Murano Glass Discs Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 136 Purple Murano glass discs disposed in ten rows, forming two overlapping pyramids. 21 E 27 light bulbs up to 40 watts per bulb. A pair...
Iron
Majestic Purple Murano Glass Discs Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 136 Purple Murano glass discs disposed in ten rows, forming two overlapping pyramids. 21 E 27 light bulbs up to 40 watts per bulb. A pair...
Iron
Majestic Purple Murano Glass Discs Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 136 Purple Murano glass discs disposed in ten rows, forming two overlapping pyramids. 21 E 27 light bulbs A pair is available.
Iron
Majestic Purple Murano Glass Discs Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 136 Purple Murano glass discs disposed in ten rows, forming two overlapping pyramids. 21 E 27 light bulbs Price is for 1 item. A pair...
Iron
Majestic Purple Murano Glass Discs Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 136 Purple Murano glass discs disposed in ten rows, forming two overlapping pyramids. 21 E 27 light bulbs A pair is available.
Iron
Majestic Purple Murano Glass Discs Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 136 Purple Murano glass discs disposed in ten rows, forming two overlapping pyramids. 21 E 27 light bulbs up to 40 watts per bulb. A pair...
Iron
Pink Murano Glass Disc Chandelier, Italy, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Spectacular chandelier by Vistosi made with 50 pink Murano discs. 16 E 14 light bulbs. We can wire for your country standards. Available also a pair of small 24 disc chandelier and...
Metal
Pink Murano Glass Disc Chandelier, Italy, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Spectacular chandelier by Vistosi made with 50 pink Murano discs. 16 E 14 light bulbs. We can wire for your country standards. Available also a pair of small 24 disc chandelier and...
Metal
Contemporary Italian Iridescent Murano Glass Disc Chandelier by Justfurnituress
Located in Guazzora, IT
Italian Iridescent Glass Disc Chandelier by Justfurnituress A striking, newly produced chandelier from Justfurnituress, featuring an elegant cascade of circular glass discs arranged...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
Modernist Hand-Blown Smoked Amethyst Murano & Brass 6-Tier Disc Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Smoked Amethyst Six-Tier Disc Chandelier W/ Brass Fittings originates from Italy during the 20th Century. This magnificent chandelier is a t...
Brass
Pink Murano Glass Disc Chandelier, Italy, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Spectacular chandelier by Vistosi made with 50 pink Murano discs. 16 E 14 light bulbs. We can wire for your country standards. Available also a pair of small 24 disc chandelier and...
Metal
Pink Murano Glass Disc Chandelier, Italy, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Spectacular chandelier by Vistosi made with 50 pink Murano discs. 16 E 14 light bulbs. We can wire for your country standards.
Metal
Modernist Polished Nickel Vistosi Chandelier with Hand Blown Murano Black Discs
Located in New York, NY
This dramatic and graphic Vistosi sputnik chandelier was hand blown in Murano, Italy, the islands off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for their superlative glass productio...
Chrome
Modernist Hand-Blown Murano 7-Tier Textural Disc Chandelier in Mixed Aquamarine
Located in New York, NY
This striking chandelier features seven tiers of hand-blown Murano glass discs, each crafted with a variety of intricate textural finishes. Some discs feature indentations reminiscen...
Murano Glass
Modernist Sapphire & Translucent Handblown Murano Glass Disc Chandelier
By Vistosi
Located in New York, NY
This monumental and striking chandelier realized in the manner of Vistosi, boasts 84 Murano glass discs in a rich sapphire blue- reminiscent of the eponymous shade created by Yves Kl...
Nickel
Sculptural Pink and Lilac Translucent Disc Pendant Light
Located in Guazzora, IT
Pink and Lilac Murano Glass Chandelier, Luminous Disc Sculpture Description Murano glass chandelier featuring a sculptural composition of overlapping discs in elegant shades of blush...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
$8,800 / item
Murano Disc Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Fine modern Murano glass disc form chandelier. Circa 2000. The chandelier has been professionally rewired, comes with matching chain and canopy. It is ready to hang! 40"W x 27"H
Blown Glass
$5,800
Murano Disc Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern Murano frost disc glass fluish mount chandelier. Perfect for today's transitional designs!
Blown Glass
Vistosi Disc White and Red Murano Glass Chandelier, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
The 24 white and red discs of precious Murano glass are arranged on three levels. Nine E 14 light bulbs. Height without chain 40 cm. Available also a pair.
Blown Glass
$12,800
Murano Disc Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern Murano disc chandelier with pink and champagne glass on a brass frame. Great lines and style appropriate for any home. Sure to make a statement.
Brass
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
1960s Vistosi 7 tiers Glass Discs and Ball Chandelier , Italy
By Vistosi, Gino Vistosi
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Massive glass discs and glass balls chandelier from Vistosi , Italia . Contain 46 thick bubbly opale glass disc with 2 in. clear glass ball . All disc where hand made individu...
Metal
Pair of Pink Murano Glass Disc Chandelier, Italy, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Spectacular chandelier each made with 50 pink Murano discs. 16 E 14 light bulbs. We can wire for your country standards.
Metal
Modernist Brass Sputnik Chandelier W/ Handblown Translucent Murano Glass Discs
Located in New York, NY
This dramatic and graphic Sputnik was realized in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production. It features a wealth ...
Brass
$5,800 / item
Murano Disc Flush Mount Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern Murano glass disc flush mount chandelier in Fontana Green. circa 2000. A fine addition to any home!
Blown Glass
Majestic Chandelier Amethyst or Pink Murano Glass Discs by Gino Vistosi, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 136 Murano glass discs amethyst by Gino Vistosi, disposed in ten rows, forming two overlapping pyramids. A pair is available. 12 E 27 lig...
Iron
Murano Amber Disc Flush Mount
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern Murano amber glass flush mount chandelier. Circa 200. The chandelier has been professionally rewired, comes with matching chain and canopy. It is ready to hang!
Blown Glass
$14,000 / item
Murano Pale Orange Disc Sputnik Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Fabulous modern Murano glass pale orange disc sputnik chandelier. The chandelier has been professionally rewired, comes with matching chain and canopy. It is ready to hang! 32" Diameter
Blown Glass
Majestic White Disc Murano Chandelier, 1990s
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 134 Murano white 'lattimo' glass discs, disposed in ten rows, forming two overlapping pyramids. A pair is available and also with pink disc...
Blown Glass
Majestic White Disc Murano Chandelier, 1990s
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 134 Murano white 'lattimo' glass discs, disposed in ten rows, forming two overlapping pyramids. A pair is available and also with pink disc...
Blown Glass
Majestic White Disc Murano Chandelier, 1990s
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 134 Murano white 'lattimo' glass discs, disposed in ten rows, forming two overlapping pyramids. A pair is available and also with pink di...
Blown Glass
Adorable Vistosi Disc Murano Chandelier, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
The original 15 white or white and violet discs of precious Murano glass are arranged on three levels. Height without chain 30 cm. with chain cm 100
Blown Glass
Murano Iridescent Disc Globe Ceiling Fixture, UL Certifed
Located in Westport, CT
30 thickly blown iridescent white discs with clear glass edges comprise this matte nickel on brass Sputnik frame, illuminated with 6 candelabra bulbs to your desired overall drop of ...
Blown Glass
Charming Amethyst Pink Disc Murano Chandelier, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
The 24 Amethyst discs of precious Murano glass are arranged on three levels. Available also a chain and canopy and a pair of sconces . Wired for US standards. Eight E 14 light bu...
Blown Glass
Murano Disc Chandelier Attributed to Vistosi, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing large 36 disc Murano Italian glass six-light bulb E 14 60 watt each. Available also a pair of sconces.
Blown Glass
Fantastic Pink Amethyst Murano Disc Chandelier 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Spectacular chandelier made of 50 pink Amethyst Color Murano discs.
Metal
Charming Pair of Murano Disc Chandelier by Vistosi, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Spectacular pair chandelier by Vistosi , each made of 50 Murano discs put on five floors. Available six pair and also 6 pair of wall sconces on request. Nine E14 light bulbs.
Blown Glass
Pair of Murano Disc Chandelier by Vistosi, Murano, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Spectacular pair of chandelier by Vistosi made of 50 pink Murano discs.
Metal
Pair Murano Disc Mid-Century Modern Tiered Chandelier, Antique Brass, Monumental
Located in Stamford, CT
Palatial Murano Disc Mid-Century Modern Tiered Chandeliers, A Pair, Antiqued Brass Base, New Wired, These come in a multiple of colors. After purchasing a small factory of circa...
Brass
Murano Disc Mid-Century Modern Tiered Chandelier, Antiqued Brass, New Wired
Located in Stamford, CT
Murano Disc Mid-Century Modern Tiered Chandelier, Antiqued Brass, New Wired, Lavender and White Disk. After purchasing a small factory of circa 1950/60s Murano Discs in Italy we...
Brass
Pair of Murano Disc Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers, Antique Brass, New Wired
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair Apple Green Murano Disc Mid-Century Modern Tiered Chandelier, Antiqued Brass, New Wired; Multiple Colors Avaiable After purchasing a small factory of circa 1950/60s Murano D...
Brass
ModernistB rass Sputnik Chandelier w/ Hand Blown Translucent Murano Glass Discs
Located in New York, NY
This dramatic and graphic sputnik was realized in Murano, Italy- the islands off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for their superlative glass production. It features a weal...
Brass
Unavailable
H 28 in W 20 in D 68 in
Klein Chandelier with Hand Blown Milk Glass Roundels & Etched and Polished Disc
By Trella
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Klein Chandelier embraces a linear series of layered light assemblies comprising hand blown glass rondelles and etched and polished brass discs. Mounted to a central white light ...
Brass
Luna A Small Disc Pendant
By Gabriel Scott
Located in New York, NY
A lighting system with infinite interpretations, the Luna is a synergy of color, shape, and refracted light. Inspired by a lunar halo, the modular light fixture grows in every direct...
Blown Glass
Luna A X-Small Disc Pendant
By Gabriel Scott
Located in New York, NY
A lighting system with infinite interpretations, the Luna is a synergy of color, shape, and refracted light. Inspired by a lunar halo, the modular light fixture grows in every direct...
Blown Glass
Luna A Small Disc Pendant in Satin Brass
By Gabriel Scott
Located in New York, NY
Highlighting the beauty of blown glass, the Luna A Small Disc Pendant stands out by its simplicity and elegance.
Blown Glass
Luna A Small Disc Pendant in Blackened Steel
By Gabriel Scott
Located in New York, NY
Highlighting the beauty of blown glass, the Luna A Small Disc Pendant stands out by its simplicity and elegance.
Blown Glass
Luna A Small Disc Pendant in Satin Bronze
By Gabriel Scott
Located in New York, NY
Highlighting the beauty of blown glass, the Luna A Small Disc Pendant stands out by its simplicity and elegance.
Blown Glass
Luna A X-Small Disc Pendant in Satin Brass
By Gabriel Scott
Located in New York, NY
Highlighting the beauty of blown glass, the Luna A X-Small Disc Pendant stands out by its simplicity and elegance.
Blown Glass
Luna A X-Small Disc Pendant in Blackened Steel
By Gabriel Scott
Located in New York, NY
Highlighting the beauty of blown glass, the Luna A X-Small Disc Pendant stands out by its simplicity and elegance.
Blown Glass
Luna A X-Small Disc Pendant in Satin Bronze
By Gabriel Scott
Located in New York, NY
Highlighting the beauty of blown glass, the Luna A X-Small Disc Pendant stands out by its simplicity and elegance.
Blown Glass
Vistosi Disc Ceiling Light
Located in London, GB
Vistosi disc ceiling light, blown yellow BULLICANTE glass components. Made in Murano Italy
Steel
Nested Discs II, USA
By Jamie Harris
Located in New York, NY
Today in addition to his fine art glass sculptures, Jamie Harris is creating unique, hand-made sculptural lighting. His Nested Disc series plays on layered geometries to create sophi...
Blown Glass
Nested Disc Chandelier
By Jamie Harris
Located in New York, NY
These pieces play on stacking geometric forms to create sophisticated lighting structures that illuminate with elegance. We specialize in custom commissions. Custom materials, f...
Steel
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
1930s Art Deco Chrome Chandelier with Frosted Glass Disc Shades – Czech Vintage
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This striking Art Deco chandelier was produced in the 1930s in Czechoslovakia. It features a chrome-plated metal frame with six frosted glass disc shades, arranged in a circular layo...
Chrome
Luna A Disc Sconce in Satin Brass
By Gabriel Scott
Located in New York, NY
Highlighting the beauty of blown glass, the Luna A Disc Sconce stands out by its simplicity and elegance. The Luna A Disc Sconce in Satin Brass comes with Smoked Bronze Glass.
Blown Glass
Luna A Disc Sconce in Blackened Steel
By Gabriel Scott
Located in New York, NY
Highlighting the beauty of blown glass, the Luna A Disc Sconce stands out by its simplicity and elegance. The Luna A Disc Sconce in Blackened Steel comes with Smoked Gray Glass.
Blown Glass
Luna a Disc Sconce in Satin Bronze
By Gabriel Scott
Located in New York, NY
Highlighting the beauty of blown glass, the Luna A Disc Sconce stands out by its simplicity and elegance. The Luna A Disc Sconce in Satin Bronze comes with Smoked Bronze Glass.
Blown Glass
Disc Chandelier by Vistosi Monumental Design
By Lightolier
Located in Allentown, PA
Disc chandelier by Vistosi monumental design light blue glass in good condition Measuring 42" tall from top to bottom 40" diameter.
Blown Glass
Modernist Hand Blown Murano Glass & Chrome Diamond Vistosi Disc Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning chandelier was hand blown in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production. It features a cylindrical fo...
Chrome
Sold
H 43.31 in Dm 35.44 in
Italian 1970s Disc Ceiling Light Blue and Smoke Blown Glass Components Murano
By Vistosi
Located in London, GB
A very attractive Murano Disc ceiling light, blown Murano glass disk shaped components Aqua Blue and Bullicante Technique on a chromed steel structure. Adjustable height, Italian d...
Metal
Vistosi Murano Glass Disc Chandelier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A glass chandelier by Vistosi Murano. 16 glass discs hang on a chrome frame. Each hand blown glass disc ranges from clear glass to an opaque opalescent center. Each disc measures 6” ...
Chrome
Venetian glass discs (Mazzega) chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A whimsical elongated aubergine and aqua glass discs chandelier. Eight lights sustaining up to 480 watts. Possibility of making the final part longer or shorter.
Blown Glass
Pair of Mid-Century Hand-Blown Murano Glass Disc Chandeliers in Smoked Tortoise
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite pair of Mid-Century Modernist chandeliers, crafted in Murano, Italy circa 1980, embodies the impeccable artistry and innovation for which Murano glass is celebrated. E...
Chrome
White Vistosi Disc Pendant/Flush Mount
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#1-2522 Hand blown white discs with chrome surround. Height can be adjusted
Blown Glass
Amber Glass Disc Vistosi Chandelier
By Vistosi
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury colorful Italian chandelier by Vistosi with four tiers of 32 amber colored glass discs and chrome hardware. The chandelier lights on eight small bulbs. Diameter 45 cm, hei...
Blown Glass
Mazzega Murano Iridescent Disc Glass Chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Sensational large round disc Italian glass chandelier by Mazzega. Each handblown disc is a matte iridescent with light blue-violet accents. Nickel-plated frame uses 12 - 40 watt max ...
Nickel, Brass
Large Black and White Disc Murano Glass Pendant by Renato Tossi for Leucos
By Leucos Design Lab, Renato Toso
Located in Antwerp, BE
Murano solid model "Melanie" pendant thick clear glass, black and opal white blown glass shade in beautiful craftsmanship minimal design shaped piece. The cord has the possibility to...
Glass, Blown Glass
Mazzega Murano Irridesant Blue Disc Glass Chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A sensational Mazzega hand blown round disc Italian glass chandelier. The color of the glass is a matte iridescent pale blue-violet. Suspended on chrome finish frame with "eight" 40-...
Chrome, Metal
Vistosi Clear Glass Disc Chandelier Lamp, 1960
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful chandelier by Vistosi, Italy, 1960 featuring a gilt brass frame and handmade clear glass discs with swirrled accents. It takes 6 bulbs with 40W each and is in excellent rew...
Brass
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."
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.