$2,650 / set
H 18.5 in Dm 8.25 in
Pair of 1950s Gothic Pendant Lights W/ Hexagon Shape and White Textured Glass
Located in New York, NY
1950's Gothic style pendant lights with textured white glass. This pair of hexagon shaped steel
Steel, Brass
4 Lights Gothic Style Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice gothic style chandelier is made of wrought iron with 4 lights. This is a French work
Iron
A Pair Of Gothic Victorian Hall Lights
Located in Steyning, West sussex
with applied masks, this mounting a frosted glass bowl cut with gothic decoration.
Metal
Antique Gothic Brass Chandelier with 12 Lights
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Gothic Brass Chandelier with 12 lights, circa 1850-1870.
Brass
Wrought Iron Chandelier, 12 Lights, Gothic Style, Early 20th Century
Located in Cumberland, RI
Exquisite 12 light Wrought Iron Chandelier 48" in width and 48" in height. This forged iron chandelier features a classic deisgn and detailed rope that will work well in any indoor s...
Wrought Iron
$2,350
H 20.87 in Dm 20.87 in
Round Wrought Iron Gothic Style Chandelier with Three Lights, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Karis, Nyland
chandelier reflects the Gothic revival and medieval-inspired ironwork that remained popular in Scandinavia
Wrought Iron
$3,950Sale Price|25% Off
H 29.14 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Wrought Iron Chandelier with 12 Lights in the Gothic Style. Circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice chandelier with 12 lights is made of wrought iron. This is a French work in the
Wrought Iron
$1,997
H 35.44 in Dm 19.69 in
Gothic Burnished Brass Chandelier Three Lights, in Ribbed Brass, Art Decò age
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Gothic Burnished Brass Chandelier Three Lights, in Ribbed Brass, art decò age with Big fake candle
Brass
$4,995 / item
H 30 in Dm 19.25 in
Large Vintage Gothic or Art Deco Black Wrought Iron & White Milk Glass Lights
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful large vintage gothic or Art Deco black painted wrought iron & white milk glass light
Wrought Iron
Antique Victorian Milk Glass Pendant Lights - Set Of 2
Located in Chicago, IL
Salvaged ceiling mount Milk-Glass & Metal Gothic Lights. ***4 pendants sold separately Circa Early
Milk Glass
Antique Victorian Milk Glass Pendant Lights - Set Of 4
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Victorian Milk Glass Pendant Lights - Set Of 4 Featuring 4 Chicago Church Salvaged Antique
Milk Glass
Pair of Antique Revival Hanging Pendant Lights with Marbled Glass Shades
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming pair of hanging pendant lights featuring warm marbled glass in soft amber tones
Metal
Pair of 12 Lights Neo-Gothic Chandeliers
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of chandeliers with beautiful ornamentations of acanthus, royal Lily, pinnacles and openwork rosettes. Silver bronze.
Bronze
Vintage Cast Brass Hanging Fixture Depicting the 12 Apostles
Located in Farmington, CT
Old Lights On is pleased to offer this amazing cast brass hanging fixture depicting the twelve
Brass
Four Gothic Pendant Lights
Located in Baltimore, MD
These four Gothic pendant lights have unusual amber glass shades. Original steel and brass hanging
Set of Three 1910 Large Gothic Bronze Chandeliers
Located in Surrey, BC
An exceptional set of three large gothic pendant lights , in bronze , brass and wrought iron
Bronze, Wrought Iron, Brass, Iron
French Gothic Wrought Iron Circular Chandelier, 10 Lights
Located in Plainview, NY
A large and timeless French Gothic 10 lights chandelier made of wrought iron. The heavy weight
Wrought Iron
Antique 5 Lights Gothic Iron Chandelier from Southern France
Located in Dallas, TX
5 lights Gothic iron chandelier from southern France (circa: 1860). New wiring and featuring the
Neo-Gothic carved wood chandelier with 4 lights
Located in Houston, TX
This unusual light has its original chain and canopy and has wonderful carvings. It has various trefoils, etc. Hand-carved.
Wood
Sold
H 42.92 in Dm 37.8 in
8 lights wrought iron chandelier. French work in the Gothic style. Circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
. This is a French work in the Gothic style. Circa 1950
Metal, Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Trio of Gothic Holophane Prismatic Glass Chandelier Lights
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Gothic style chandeliers, recently removed from a church in the north of England, circa 1910 in
Brass, Bronze, Copper
Sold
H 42 in W 16.75 in D 16.75 in
Three Gothic Yellin & Bach Style Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Hanging Lights C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Arts & Crafts Gothic Yellin & Bach Style Wrought Iron Hanging Lights with Crown Form Crest C1920
Wrought Iron
Pair of Italian Wrought Iron Chandeliers, 6 Lights
Located in Cypress, CA
20th century. In the Gothic style. finely detailed with antique black patina. Electrified for the
Wrought Iron
Hand Forged Iron Chandelier with Six Lights c. 1930
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This hand forged iron chandelier has six electric candelabra lights concealed within large wax
Iron
19th Century Eight Lights Wrought Iron Chandelier with Fleur de Lys
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Gothic 8 lights wrought chandelier (circa: 1860). The chandelier has been rewired
large wrought iron chandelier with 8 lights. French work. Circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice large 8 lights chandelier is made of wrought iron. This is a French work in the
Wrought Iron
Maison Jansen Wrought Iron and Crystal Chandelier Eight Lights Circa 1900s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
A chandelier by Maison Jansen, circa 1900s. This eight-light chandelier having deep swooping arms with attached crystals and colored crystals though out. The frame of wrought iron. A...
Metal
Four Gothic Pendant Lights
Located in Baltimore, MD
These four Gothic pendant lights have unusual amber glass shades. Original steel and brass hanging
Pair of Antique Gothic Bronze, Brass & Glass Hanging Church Lights C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Pair of Antique Gothic Bronze, Brass & Glass Hanging Church Lights Unsigned C1920 Measures - 29.75
Brass, Bronze
Matching Pair of Large Globe Castle Lights
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a nice matching pair of early lamps. The globes have an impressive 12 inch diameter and the milk glass has nice even glow when lit. The crowns are a very heavy bronze casting...
Glass
Wrought Iron Chandelier with 5 Lights, French, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and decorative 5 lights chandelier is made of wrought iron. This is a French work, circa
Wrought Iron
Bronze Gothic Pendant lights
Located in Llandudno, Conwy
A run of four bronze and copper pendant lights in the English Gothic manner. Beautifully
Two Tier Hand Forged Iron Chandelier, Twenty Four Lights, France C.1900
Located in Houston, TX
A tall two tier hand forged iron chandelier with twenty four lights from France c.1900. This
Iron
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
Brass
Handcrafted Farmhouse Fluted Porcelain Pendant With Trumpet Shape
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. On their own they make a statement with their gentle flared bottoms and deep fluting. Hang in multiples for extra oomph. These cas...
Brass
$1,339 / item
H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
Glass
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
Classic Acorn Prismatic Sconces
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
This acorn shaped shade is a favorite. The style was mainly used as lighting for dentists. The shape is very pleasing and makes a perfect simple sconce. The thick prismatic glass giv...
Glass
$3,800 / item
H 15 in Dm 19.63 in
VOLARE Large Pendant Light in Dark Bronze & Blown Glass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Josef Hoffmann
Located in New York, NY
Volare draws inspiration from a collection of ornate pendants discovered by founders Kelly and Josh during a family trip to Washington, D.C. Featuring a substantial 20" pressed-glass...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables
Located in London, GB
Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England inspired by an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gi...
Iron
$1,495
H 32.25 in Dm 13.75 in
Vintage Gothic Gold Painted Metal & White Hanging Light Fixtures Sold Separate
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Gothic Ecclesiastical gold painted metal & white & red plastic hanging light fixtures, selling separately. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintag...
Metal
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
Pair of Teardrop Shape Prismatic Holophane Glass Pendant Lights
By Holophane
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of industrial pendant lights feature teardrop shape, prismatic, Holophane glass shades with porcelain and brass switch fitters newly wired with 36 inches of braided gray cloth c...
Brass
Robin's Egg Blue Ceramic Chandelier in Antique Brass 5-Arm 42.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Five antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to three tall stoneware ceramic shades in Robin's Egg, a matte glaze with a tinge of blue. With a fixed black waln...
Brass
Set of French Carved Alabaster Fixtures. Sold Individually.
Located in New York, NY
Set of six circa 1950's French carved alabaster light fixtures with 3 Edison interior lights and patinated bronze chain and canopy. Sold & priced individually. Measurements: Di...
Alabaster, Bronze
A set of French Neoclassic Alabaster Light Fixture, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of five, circa 1960's French neoclassic style carved alabaster light fixture. Sold individually. Measurements: Current drop: 24" Diameter: 25"
Alabaster
$12,500
H 20.5 in W 51 in D 29.5 in
Bronze and Forged Iron Coffee Table in the Style of Diego Giacometti
Located in Pasadena, CA
Etruscan style coffee table of forged and hammered iron with a stretcher base, curved legs that support figural panther heads made of bronze and paw feet. Glass top rests upon the ba...
Bronze, Iron
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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