Murano Floating Clustered Globe Chandelier in Polished Nickel
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Murano floating clustered globe chandelier in polished nickel. The dense arrangement of glass globes forms a floating, organic shape resembling a luminous cloud or bubbles.
Nickel
Large Limburg Glashütte hanging lamp globe 1970s Germany
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Delft, NL
Large Limburg Glashütte hanging lamp globe 1970s Germany
Glass
Large Limburg Glashütte hanging lamp globe 1970s Germany
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Delft, NL
Large Limburg Glashütte hanging lamp globe 1970s Germany Dimensions: 90 cm Height , 37.5cm diameter Condition: Good Period: 1960’s Material: Glass , metal
Metal
Original Holophane Globe Pendant Light, Paris, France, 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Original Holophane Globe Pendant Light, Paris, France, 1960 This original Holophane pendant light, produced in 1960 and formerly used as a street lamp in Paris, France, has been tho...
Metal
French 20th Century Hanging Globe with Scalloped Bottom
Located in New Orleans, LA
French 20th Century Bell shaped hanging globe with cobalt blue tinted glass decorated with fine gold etching.
Glass
Vintage delight! Midcentury Modern ‘Bubble Glass’ Globe Pendant
By Venini
Located in LA, CA
Extra large hand-blown textured glass globe with an antiqued chrome frame. Thomas Cooper Studio represents a multilayered, multifaceted collaboration, where materials and techniques...
Chrome
Large Maxi Globe Pendant by RAAK Amsterdam, 1965
By RAAK
Located in Echt, NL
Impressive 'Maxi Globe' pendant by RAAK Amsterdam in excellent condition.
Metal, Brass
Vintage Large White Opaline Glass Globe Brass Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Opaline glass globe 2 meter black cotton flex Brass top Weight: 2.50 kg / 5.5 lb Priced per individual item.
Brass
Globe Linear Pendant Light / Chandelier, from Research.Lighting, Prototype
By Research.Lighting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe Linear Pendant Light designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting.
Brass, Steel
Rare and Beautiful Rattan Globe Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Beautiful and rare decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp. Designed and manufactured probably in Scandinavia, 1960s. The lamp can be adjusted from 50cm to a height of 90cm. Exe...
Metal
Mid Century Italian Pulegoso Globe-Shaped Ceiling Light
Located in Westport, CT
Charming Murano globe shaped ceiling fixture. Glass blown in the pulegoso technique (glass blown with controlled tiny bubbles) creating a shimmery illumination impossible to recreate...
Blown Glass
Giant Bamboo Globe Boho Pendant Lamp, Italy, 1970s
Located in Hannover, DE
This stunning and rare pendant lamp from the early 1970s is a true gem, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship. We put a lot of thought into choosing top-notch, long-lasting natural ma...
Textile, Bamboo, Oak, Jute
$2,608 / item
Square Small Globes Pendant Light by Atelier Areti
Located in Geneve, CH
Square Small Globes Pendant Light by Atelier Areti Dimensions: D 9 x W 50 x H 68 cm.
Brass
$2,999 / item
Square Small Globes Pendant Light by Atelier Areti
Located in Geneve, CH
Square Small Globes Pendant Light by Atelier Areti Dimensions: D 9 x W 50 x H 68 cm.
Brass
$2,975 / item
Square Large Globes Pendant Light by Atelier Areti
Located in Geneve, CH
Square Large Globes Pendant Light by Atelier Areti Dimensions: D 13.5 x W 50 x H 77 cm.
Brass
Stunning Kaiser Sputnik Glass Globes Chandelier, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Sputnik chandelier with 9 glass globes by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, 1970s. Very good condition.
Metal, Chrome
Space Age ceiling light with 4 globes, 1970s.
Located in Athens, Attiki
Space Age ceiling light with 4 globes, 1970s. Very impressive design from the 70s.
Metal, Stainless Steel
$1,792Sale Price|20% Off
Spanish Handwoven Wicker Rattan Globe Pendant Light / Lantern
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Globe Pendant Lamp, Wicker, Rattan Eye-catching handcrafted braided rattan / wicker pendant hanging lamp.
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
1950s French White Opaline Globe Metal Adjustable Pendant Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Opaline glass pendant Aluminium top and grip ring 2 meter black flex, including length adjustable mechanism Diameter globe 200 mm / 7.87 inch Weight : 0.85 kg / 1.9 lb Priced per ...
Brass, Aluminum
$1,173Sale Price|40% Off
Globe with Glass Murano bicolore, Italy, 1970, Vistosi
By Vistosi
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional Vistosi attributed Globe, bicolore of glass Murano with chrome structure.
Murano Glass
$1,173Sale Price|40% Off
Globe with Glass Murano bicolore, Italy, 1970, Vistosi
By Vistosi
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional Vistosi attributed Globe, bicolore of glass Murano with chrome structure.
Murano Glass
$4,000 / item
Set of 4 French 1960s Black Globe Pendants
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measurements are for the globes themselves; cord length can be adjusted.
Steel
Tole Chandelier with Five Light Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian tole chandelier with five opaline glass globes and light blue and white leaves. The light requires five single E14 screw fit lightbulbs (40Watt max.)
Metal
1930s Art Deco Nickel Chandelier With Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Praha, CZ
This elegant lighting fixture combines a streamlined nickel-plated structure with three beautifully proportioned opaline glass globes. The sophisticated curved arms and geometric ver...
Metal, Nickel
$2,000 / set
Pair of white glass thread globe hanging lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of white glass thread globe hanging lights
Glass
1950s French White Opaline Globe Nickel Plated Pendant Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Opaline glass pendant Nickel plated metal with grip ring 2 meter black flex, including length adjustable mechanism Diameter globe 200 mm / 7,87 inch Weight : 0.85 kg / 1.9 lb Pric...
Brass, Nickel
Svend Middelboe Handblown Globe with Cased Glass Interior
By Venini
Located in South Charleston, WV
Special pendant chandelier. This 13" globe is entirely handblown and unique. The interior is a genuine cased glass canister with the hole drilled through the pontil mark, with remnan...
Art Glass
Brass Chandelier with Frosted Glass Globes, Czechia 1950s
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
A total of six large frosted glass globes and multiple smaller structured frosted glass globes.
Brass
Rare and Huge Jute Globe Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Huge and rare decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp. Designed and manufactured probably in Scandinavia, 1960s. The lamp can be adjusted from 65cm to a height of 105cm. Execute...
Metal
$1,100Sale Price|26% Off
Midcentury Multicolored 3 Globe Hanging Ceiling Light Fixture
Located in Ferndale, MI
Fun fifties hanging fixture . Each globe, 9" tall x 9" diameter. Overall height from ceiling to bottom of globe 22" .
Glass, Wood
$5,548 / item
Gold-Indigo Iris Globe "30" by Sebastian Scherer
By Sebastian Scherer
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold-Indigo Iris globe "30" by Sebastian Scherer Dimensions: Ø 30 cm.
Glass
$19,300 / item
Unity Globe Light V.1 by Paul Heijnen
Located in Geneve, CH
Unity Globe Light V.1 by Paul Heijnen (2016) Dimensions: H85 x L85 x W85 cm Materials: Coated steel/stainless steel version on commission Available in different varieties/stains...
Birch, Oak
$11,736 / item
Geodesic Pendant Light, Half Globe by Paul Heijnen
Located in Geneve, CH
Geodesic pendant light, half globe by Paul Heijnen (2013) Dimensions: H 70 x L 140 x W 140 cm Materials: red cedar Available in Complete globe.
Cedar
$2,000 / set
Pair of White Glass Thread Globe Hanging Lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of white glass thread globe hanging lights.
Glass
$2,000 / set
Pair of White Glass Thread Globe Hanging Lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of white glass thread globe hanging lights.
Glass
$414Sale Price / item|30% Off
Mazzega Globe with Glass Murano Bicolore, Italy, 1970
By AVMazzega
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional Mazzega Globe, bicolore of glass Murano with chrome structure.
Murano Glass
$4,000 / item
Set of 4 French 1960s Black Globe Pendants
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measurements are for the globes themselves; cord length can be adjusted.
Steel
1920 Copper Benjamin Industrial Glass Globe Pendant Light
By Benjamin Lighting Co
Located in Surrey, BC
One of the more interesting industrial lights manufactured in the USA with decent gauge copper nicely patina'd with a thick glass globe... used predominantly in silos and areas where...
Copper
$4,000 / item
Set of 4 French 1960s Black Globe Pendants
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measurements are for the globes themselves; cord length can be adjusted.
Steel
Mid century Modern Bubble Globe Sputnik Chandelier, 1960
Located in New York City, NY
Newly wired for American specs. Each globe unscrews to reveal one candelabra socket, for a total of five sockets.
Nickel
Vintage Italian Etched Murano Glass Globe Pendant Light
Located in North Miami, FL
This Murano glass globe pendant light has thickly etched frosted glass and beautiful finish work at opening.
Brass
$1,730 / item
Nemo Dabliu LED 3000K Pendant Light Globe Opal
By Nemo Lighting 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Suspension lamp in aluminum. Composed of a slender structure with three light points and diffusers that can be selected according to different versions. Spot version available for pu...
Aluminum
$1,730 / item
Nemo Dabliu LED 2700K Pendant Light Globe Opal
By Nemo Lighting 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Suspension lamp in aluminum. Composed of a slender structure with three light points and diffusers that can be selected according to different versions. Spot version available for pu...
Aluminum
$4,682 / item
Vertical Globe Brass Pendant Light by Atelier Areti
Located in Geneve, CH
Vertical Globe Brass Pendant Light by Atelier Areti Dimensions: D 27 x W 27 x H 172.5 cm.
Brass
Globe Linear Pendant Light 7 / Chandelier, from Research.Lighting, Prototype
By Research.Lighting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe Linear Pendant Light designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting.
Brass, Steel
Hans Kogl Gilt Faux Bamboo Chandlier with Glass Globes
By Hans Kögl
Located in Hastings, GB
Stunning gilt bronze Hans Kogl chandelier dating to the 1970’s, the gilded bamboo leaf canopy and faux bamboo arms, each housing a single e14 (small screw in) lamp holder, these sit ...
Iron
Large Chrome and 10 Opaline Globe Atomic Chandelier
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Antwerp, BE
Good condition, bearing structure in metal chrome in good condition, 10 globes glass Murano handmade in good condition. Diameter 23.6" - 60 cm.
Chrome
Large Scale White Murano Glass Hibiscus Flower Globe Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
The Large Scale White Murano Glass Hibiscus Flower Globe Chandelier is a stunning light fixture. This chandelier features a unique flower-shaped shade made of natural finish white Mu...
Metal
Globe Small, Lighting Fixture Pendant by Atelier Boucquet
By Atelier Boucquet
Located in Roeselare, BE
The globe is a pendant made in brass, chemical colored bronze and provided of ledstrips.
Brass
RAAK Amseterdam Maxi Globe Cascade pendant lamp Netherlands 1965
By RAAK
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Striking “Maxi Globe” Cascade pendant lamp designed and produced by RAAK Amsterdam, Netherlands, circa 1965.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Four Globe Light Fixture Pendant
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice cluster of four chrome globes Mid-Century Modern light fixture.
Globe Hanging Pendant Lamp Lighting Fixture in Acrylic
Located in New York, NY
A globe hanging light fixture with acrylic shade in the midcentury style.
Metal
Globe Linear Pendant Light 3 / Chandelier, from Research.Lighting, Prototype
By Research.Lighting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe Linear Pendant Light. It is a prototype. There are a few minor blemishes and the arms are perfectly straight but it's in great condition overall.
Brass, Steel
$2,025 / item
Murano Glass Globe Pendants with Black Swirl accent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Custom handblown Murano glass globe pendants in black swirl accent.
Glass
$1,400Sale Price|20% Off
Regency Brass and Crystal Open Globe Pendant Light
Located in Chicago, IL
Brass and crystal open globe pendant light with three candle incandescent illumination.
Brass
Mid-Century Globe Pendant by Kamenický Šenov, 1970s, Czechoslovakia
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Praha, CZ
- Mid-Century Globe Pendant by Kamenický Šenov, 1970s, Czechoslovakia - made of brass and milk glass, - shows signs of wear and age (scratches, etc.), - in good original condition,
Brass
$1,256 / item
Glass Globe Opal 30 Pendant Light by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Glass globe opal 30 pendant light by Schwung Dimensions: W 30 x D 30 x H 65 cm Materials: Natural brass, hand blown glass globes Schwung is a German word, and loosely defined, mea...
Brass
$1,066 / item
Glass Globe Opal 20 Pendant Light by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Glass globe opal 20 by Schwung Dimensions: W 20 x D 20 x H 45 cm Materials: Natural brass, hand blown glass globes Schwung is a German word, and loosely defined, means energy or...
Brass
$829Sale Price|54% Off
Helena Tynell globe pendant glass color , germany 1960
By Helena Tynell
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional Helena Tynell pendant globe with deep glass with chrome structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the german Design.
Glass
$1,458 / item
Glass Globe Opal 40 Pendant Light by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Glass globe opal 40 pendant light by Schwung Dimensions: W 40 x D 40 x H 85 cm Materials: Natural brass, hand blown glass globes Finishes available: Black gunmetal, polished nic...
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.
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