Hand-Painted Scandinavian Modern Pendant, Gunnel Nyman, Idman Oy, 1940s
By Idman Oy, Gunnel Nyman
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Hand-painted Scandinavian Modern pendant, designed by Gunnel Nyman, manufactured by Idman Oy, 1940s. Aspen wood slat shade, hand-painted glass by Kauklahden Lasitehdas, brass and met...
Metal, Brass
$7,215
Clarence Chandelier
By Jonathan Sainsbury
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A fine Georgian design carved wood and gesso decorated eight branch chandelier. The arms hollow to allow for concealed wiring. Please note we are currently working to a 30-36 week l...
Giltwood
Beautiful Hand Painted Wheat Sheaf Hanging Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Hanging Lamp, 1960s, Italy Executed in metal. The lamp needs 5 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230...
Metal
Swedish Modern Flush Mount Ceiling Light with Hand-Painted Glass, 1940s
Located in Hammarö, SE
Swedish Modern flush mount ceiling light from the 1940s, featuring a softly patterned glass shade with warm yellow decoration. When illuminated, the glass creates a gentle, atmospher...
Brass
Paavo Tynell's pendant & hand painted glass diffuser by Kyllikki Salmenhaara.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Paavo Tynell pendant lamp Paavo with hand painted glass diffuser by Kyllikki Salmenhaara, manufactured by Idman in the the 40's. The lamp is in good overhall condition the painting i...
Brass
Art Deco Floral Glass Pendant Light, Hand-Painted Thin Pressed Glass Shade, 1920
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco lighting, floral pendant lamp, pressed glass shade, vintage ceiling light, 1920s chandelier, rose motif lamp, French Art Deco, romantic lighting, antique hanging lamp, glass...
Rope, Glass
Chinoiserie to Art Deco to Art Nouveau Pendant Lights Hand Painted Avian a Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Chinoiserie to Art Deco to Art Nouveau pendant lights with frosted glass globes bearing hand painted avian and botanical motif details, metal chains, yellow tassels ...
Metal
$13,190
Candy Chandelier
By Villari
Located in Solagna, IT
The Candy Chandelier – 12 Lights – Mango & Gold by Villari is a true celebration of artistic craftsmanship and radiant beauty. Entirely handmade in Murano glass, it features warm...
Brass
Modern Fabric Pendant Hand-Painted Light by Studio Mirei, Nebula Grande 150cm
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
Providing soft light in an organic and unique design, the Nebula Lamp draws its inspiration from the interstellar clouds of dust and gas. Entirely handcrafted of Banaca (banana-abaca...
Natural Fiber
Tiffany Contemporary Hanging Lamp 30, Rose Hand Painted Gauze, Glass Silvered
By Sabrina Landini
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TIFFANY The first one, Audrey inspired the iconic Introducing Sabrina's breathtaking collection of Tiffany lamps. Year after year Sabrina Landini perpetuates its exceptional exp...
Brass
$4,218Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Hand Painted Glass Pendant Lamp with Floral Motifs, 1890s
Located in PARIS, FR
Suspension in glass painted with floral motifs in shimmering colours . Each section is defined and taken in a spiral movement which gives a dynamic to the whole. This model could hav...
Art Glass
French Art Deco Hand-Painted Opaline Glass and Bronze Pendant Light, circa 1930
Located in Nottingham, GB
A striking French Art Deco pendant light dating to circa 1930, combining a sculptural hand-painted opaline glass shade with substantial bronze and brass fittings. The large segmente...
Brass, Bronze
Modern Fabric Pendant Hand-Painted Light from Studio Mirei, Sirenetta (Set of 3)
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
Sirenetta Modern Fabric Pendant Hand-Painted Light from Studio Mirei, represented by Costantini Design Sirenetta; inspired by a sea siren. When the sun hits the horizon, imagine i...
Natural Fiber
French Neoclassic Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French gilt and patinated chandelier with original patina. 6 lights. Measurements: Diameter: 21" Drop: 22"
Bronze
Italian Tole Lantern with Hand-Painted Floral Garland and Opaline Glass Shade
Located in Atlanta, GA
A true celebration of craftsmanship and botanical elegance, this enchanting Italian tole lantern dates to the mid-20th century and evokes the romantic whimsy of a blooming garden. Su...
Sheet Metal
$5,200
Empire Style Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 French three-arm Empire style chandelier with original finish and patina. Measurements: Drop: 22.5" Diameter: 15"
Bronze
Lisa Johansson-Papé Flush Mount, Hand-Painted Glass with Flowers, Orno 1950s
By Orno Oy, Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful ceiling pendant with hand painted on flower decorations, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape and manufactured by Orno Oy in Finland in the 1950s. The lamp is in it's full ori...
Metal, Brass
Italian Flower Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian painted metal chandelier with ping flowers and white leaves. The light requires five single E14 screw fit lightbulbs (60Watt max.) LED compatible.
Metal
Bouquet Chandelier - 6 Lights
By Villari
Located in Solagna, IT
• Materials and finish — porcelain + metal + possibly gold detailing The combination of porcelain (for delicate, often hand-painted details) with brass (or sometimes gold-plated ...
Porcelain
$27,898
Roses Chandelier 12 Lights
By Villari
Located in Solagna, IT
This 12-light creation is fully handmade, each porcelain rose sculpted petal by petal, then hand-painted with delicate strokes that celebrate the passion and patience of true artisans.
Brass
Midcentury Iron Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An Italian circa 1960's wrought iron chandelier with blue glass bobeches. Measurements: Diameter 22.5" Drop 23".
Iron
Vintage Italian Tole Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's Italian painted tole chandelier with 4 lights. Measurements: Current drop: 40" Diameter: 32"
Metal
Acapulco Chandelier 20 lights
By Villari
Located in Solagna, IT
Founded in Italy, Villari is a high-end maison renowned for transforming porcelain into emotional works of art—each piece shaped, finished, and painted by hand by master artisans. Th...
Brass
Vintage Red Told Pagoda Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's French pagoda chandelier with gilt details with 8 candelabra lights. Measurements: Width: 28" x 28" Min. Drop: 33"
Metal
Vintage Italian Glass Flower Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Italian painted metal chandelier with Murano glass flowers and 12 candelabra lights. Measurements: Drop: 45" Diameter: 30"
Metal
Greta Chandelier 12 Lights
By Villari
Located in Solagna, IT
The Villari Greta Chandelier with 12 lights is an exquisite expression of classic Roman elegance, entirely handmade in Italy and designed for 110–115 voltage systems. This chandelier...
Brass
Capodimonte Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
By Capodimonte
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent Capodimonte chandelier with six lights and three hand painted Cherubs + seven hanging roses.
Brass
$10,660 / item
Seasons Chandelier 70cm - Fall
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Chandelier from the Seasons collection, inspired by the Art Decó style and nature. The Seasons collection combines the unmistakable stamp of Art Decó with the wealth of colors and f...
Porcelain
$10,550 / item
Seasons Chandelier 70cm, Sunrise
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Chandelier from the Seasons collection, inspired by the Art Decó style and nature. The Seasons collection combines the unmistakable stamp of Art Decó with the wealth of colors and f...
Porcelain
$10,660 / item
Seasons Chandelier 70cm, Winter
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Chandelier from the Seasons collection, inspired by the Art Decó style and nature. The Seasons collection combines the unmistakable stamp of Art Decó with the wealth of colors and...
Porcelain
Moderne Bronze Spiral Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An Italian circa 1960s moderne spiral chandelier with 12 lights, gilt and painted finish. Measurements: Diameter 49" Height 29".
Metal
$2,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
1950s Large Tole Chandelier , Italy
By Maison Jansen, Banci Firenze
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Large elegant tole chandelier with hand painted delicate sculptural rose and leaf .
Sheet Metal
Large Empire Style Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A very unique and impressive vintage cast bronze Empire style gilt bronze and painted tole chandelier with swans shaped arms. The large body with rosette insets. Eight lights. Measur...
Bronze, Metal
Quirky French Iron Chandelier
Located in Brecht, BE
A quirky 1950s iron chandelier never seen another one like this a rare find.
Iron
Vintage Tole Daisy Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exuding mid-century botanical charm, this vintage hand-painted metal tole chandelier features a graceful, bell-shaped cage silhouette.
Metal
$5,150 / item
Soft Blown Chandelier. Yellow (US)
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Porcelain chandelier from the Soft Blown collection, designed for Lladró by Luca Nichetto. This porcelain chandelier from the Soft Blown collection is one of the first designs made f...
Porcelain
$4,990 / item
Soft Blown Chandelier. Blue (US)
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Porcelain chandelier from the Soft Blown collection, designed for Lladró by Luca Nichetto. This porcelain chandelier from the Soft Blown collection is one of the first designs made f...
Porcelain
$4,990 / item
Soft Blown Chandelier. Pink (US)
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Porcelain chandelier from the Soft Blown collection, designed for Lladró by Luca Nichetto. This porcelain chandelier from the Soft Blown collection is one of the first designs made f...
Porcelain
Queen Elizabeth Chandelier 18 lights
By Villari
Located in Solagna, IT
Each element of this chandelier is entirely handmade, from the finely crafted porcelain components to the meticulous hand-painted details, executed by Villari’s master artisans.
Brass
Large Empire Style Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French Empire-style 10-arm chandelier with original painted and gilt finish. Measurements: Height (minimum drop): 35" Diameter: 36"
Metal, Bronze
Madame Butterfly Chandelier 24 lights
By Villari
Located in Solagna, IT
MADAME BUTTERFLY CHANDELIER – 24 LIGHTS Villari · Handmade in Italy · 220–240V Step into the world of timeless grandeur with the Madame Butterfly Chandelier, a majestic 24-light ma...
Metal
Antique Faux Bamboo Palm Leaf Chandelier
Located in Hastings, GB
A beautiful rare and highly ornate polychrome painted Palm Tree Chandelier, in wrought iron. This stunning French light dates to the first half of the 20th century and is circa 1930'...
Iron
Wrought Iron Chandelier with Angels
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940's Italian wrought iron chandelier with wooden angel candle holders. Measurements: Diameter: 28" Min. drop: 35"
Metal, Wrought Iron
Price Upon Request
Lotus Chandelier by Barlas Baylar
By Barlas Baylar, Hudson Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Barlas Baylar launched the first-ever chain chandelier in 2008. Following the expression of his genuine artistic vision that granted chain chandeliers to the interior design industry...
Bronze, Stainless Steel
Cher Large Chandelier - 12 Lights
By Villari
Located in Solagna, IT
The Cher Chandelier is not merely a source of light — it is a statement of art and sophistication. With twelve luminous arms gracefully unfolding in perfect balance, this chandelier ...
Brass
$3,570Sale Price|25% Off
Majolica Humpback Whale Modern Ceramic Chandelier Made in Mexico Chandelier
By Lorenzo Lorenzzo
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
“It was a funny project because it wasn’t intended to be sold. It was totally free of rules you want as a designer or artist. It’s a project born only from the desire to do it, and I...
Ceramic, Clay
$23,050 / item
Seasons Chandelier Oval 150cm, Sunrise
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Chandelier from the Seasons collection, inspired by the Art Decó style and nature. The Seasons collection combines the unmistakable stamp of Art Decó with the wealth of colors and f...
Porcelain
$22,735 / item
Seasons Chandelier Oval 150cm, Winter
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Chandelier from the Seasons collection, inspired by the Art Decó style and nature. The Seasons collection combines the unmistakable stamp of Art Decó with the wealth of colors and...
Porcelain
$22,735 / item
Seasons Chandelier Oval 150cm, Fall
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Chandelier from the Seasons collection, inspired by the Art Decó style and nature. The Seasons collection combines the unmistakable stamp of Art Decó with the wealth of colors and...
Porcelain
Princess Margot Chandelier 1 light
By Villari
Located in Solagna, IT
The Princess Magrot Pendant Light by Villari embodies the brand’s mastery of Italian porcelain art. Each piece is shaped, carved, and hand-painted by skilled artisans, giving the pen...
Brass
Faux Bamboo Chandelier Italy 1950's
Located in Hastings, GB
Palm leaf and faux bamboo chandelier, Italy 1950's A beautiful chandelier featuring hand painted faux bamboo stems and leaf fronds throughout There are 4 bulb holders which take ...
Iron
Rare Art Nouveau Fine Quality Carved Chandelier / Pendant Light Chandelier 1910s
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and all handcrafted chandelier from the turn of the century. This good quality pendant of a 100 years old has six perfectly and evenly hand-carved arms.
Wood
Italian Polychrome Floral Tole Chandelier, circa 1960
Located in Antwerp, BE
A highly decorative Italian floral chandelier dating from the 1960s, designed as an exuberant bouquet of hand-formed and hand-painted flowers, leaves and sweeping foliage.
Metal
Antique French Empire Style Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French Empire six-arm bronze chandelier. Measurements: Diameter: 26" Drop: 27" (adjustable).
Bronze
Antique Swedish 6-Arm Chandelier
Located in Sheffield, MA
Large, elegant and impressive, newly restored antique Swedish Gustavian style chandelier with 6 scrolled arms and gold hanging wood and multifaceted crystal decorations. Elegant curv...
Wood
Italian Florentine Tole Flower Chandelier, Gilt Iron, circa 1950
Located in Hannover, DE
This remarkable piece combines delicate hand-shaped iron craftsmanship, elegant gilt details and a beautifully preserved original polychrome painted finish.
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
$8,800 / item
Set of 3 Tole Chandeliers, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 midcentury Italian painted tole chandeliers. Sold individually. Measurements: Drop: 30" Diameter: 36"
Metal
Monet water Lilies Blue / Silvered Decoupage Glass Chandelier
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Its clear glass standard is a canvas for decoupage hand painted water lilies, echoing the artistic Mastery of Monet.
Brass
$7,615 / item
Ivy and Seed 8 Lights Chandelier coral
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Hanging ceiling lamp with eight lights and handmade metallic chandelier design in coral and red. Chandelier with eight lights inspired by plant motifs, interpreted by means of rounde...
Porcelain
French Gilt Bronze Empire Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 French bronze doré chandelier with crystal pendants and Wedgwood plaques on body. Measurements: Diameter: 27.5" Drop: 36.5" (adjustable)
Crystal, Bronze
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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