Hanging Chain Lamp
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Brass
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Iron
2010s Mexican Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Crystal, Chrome
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century European Table Lamps
Brass
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Porcelain
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Metal, Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps
Iron
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Aluminum
Antique 19th Century Spanish Islamic Table Lamps
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Floor Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Copper
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Metal
Antique 1860s French Neoclassical Table Lamps
Bronze
Antique Early 1900s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
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Steel
2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
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Brass
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Rattan
Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1930s Chandeliers and Pendants
Glass
Antique Late 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Vintage 1960s African Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Cotton, Cord, Wood
2010s South African Chandeliers and Pendants
Clay
Antique Late 19th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Glass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chandeliers and Pendants
Glass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Jute, Rattan, Rope
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Swiss Belle Époque Chandeliers and Pendants
Glass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Rattan, Rope, Jute
Antique Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian More Asian Art, Objects a...
Bronze
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
2010s Indian Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass, Copper
Antique Late 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Murano Glass
Early 20th Century Moroccan Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
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Art Glass
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Brass
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Brass
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Finding the Right chandeliers-pendant-lights for You
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 and vintage 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 (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), 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.
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 whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — 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.
- What is a hanging lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A hanging lamp is a light fitting that is suspended from the ceiling usually by a chain or a metal rod. They are generally used as a decorative fixture in homes, hotels and offices. Find a collection of antique and vintage hanging lamps on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023The necklaces with a chain hanging down from them are usually called lariats. Some people refer to them as Y-shaped necklaces. Lariat necklaces first became popular during the age of Art Deco. Pieces from the era usually feature platinum metal and are set with pearls, diamonds and other gemstones. On 1stDibs, find a selection of lariat necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Arc lamp is the name of a lamp that hangs over a sofa or chair. Base designs vary in size and shape but all support one or more arcing necks, each bearing a shade. Typically, arc lamps have dome shades. However, dome shades may also differ. Find a collection of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
- How do I use a hanging oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use a hanging oil lamp, remove the oil font from the base and fill it three-quarters of the way with clear lamp oil. Return the font and close the base. Twist the knob to raise the wick until it is a little less than 0.25 inches above the burner. Light with a match or lighter. After extinguishing and allowing time for cooling, trim the burned end off of the wick. You'll find a collection of hanging oil lamps on 1stDibs.
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