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Charming pendant hanging lamp, Mid-Century Design, 1950s, Germany
Charming pendant hanging lamp, Mid-Century Design, 1950s, Germany

Charming pendant hanging lamp, Mid-Century Design, 1950s, Germany

Located in Wien, AT

Beautiful Mid-Century design. Extraordinary pendant lamp that hangs on the original fabric cable, with a reduced design.

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Victor Gruen for John Lautner Chandelier Hanging Lamp Mid-Century Extreme Modern
Victor Gruen for John Lautner Chandelier Hanging Lamp Mid-Century Extreme Modern

Victor Gruen for John Lautner Chandelier Hanging Lamp Mid-Century Extreme Modern

By John Lautner

Located in Monrovia, CA

John Lautner Victor Gruen extreme Modernism chandelier. Four armed chandelier custom lighting for John Lautner by Victor Gruen. Victor Gruen for John Lautner Modernist chandel...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Hanging Pine Candelabra with Four Blown Glass Votive Holders
Mid-Century Hanging Pine Candelabra with Four Blown Glass Votive Holders

Mid-Century Hanging Pine Candelabra with Four Blown Glass Votive Holders

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hanging candelabra by Harlyk Denmark combines pine, blown glass, and hand-braided rope in a design that exemplifies Scandinavian craftsmanship. Four blown glass votive holders suspen...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Rope, Glass, Pine

1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian Modernist Tall Floor Lamp Hanging Lantern
1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian Modernist Tall Floor Lamp Hanging Lantern

1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian Modernist Tall Floor Lamp Hanging Lantern

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Rosenthal Netter, Franca Helg, Antonio Piva and Franco Albini

Located in Carimate, Como

Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern floor lamp perfect in any room.

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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Midcentury pencil reed rattan bamboo and brass hanging lamp, Italy, 1970s
Midcentury pencil reed rattan bamboo and brass hanging lamp, Italy, 1970s

Midcentury pencil reed rattan bamboo and brass hanging lamp, Italy, 1970s

Located in Zaandam, NL

A wonderful large pencil or split reed rattan wicker bamboo pendant lamp with brass, Italy 1970s. The rattan is still in great condition with no flaws to mention. This lamp is fitted...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Hanging Chrome Metal Lamp
Mid-Century Hanging Chrome Metal Lamp

Mid-Century Hanging Chrome Metal Lamp

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Funky and unique overnight lightning solution perfect for the home or office. Five mug-like shades attached to long, curved pipes drop down from the ceiling to bring ample light into...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Oversized Pop Art Mod Light Bulb Table or Hanging Lamps, Orange Frames
Pair of Oversized Pop Art Mod Light Bulb Table or Hanging Lamps, Orange Frames

Pair of Oversized Pop Art Mod Light Bulb Table or Hanging Lamps, Orange Frames

Located in Kansas City, MO

Striking pair of 1960s Italian oversized light bulb lamps. These can stand on end on their side or can be hung by the white cord. Orange lacquered steel frames over the glass bulbs g...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Brutalist Worked Metal Hanging Candle Lamp Sconce  1970s After Curtis Jere
Brutalist Worked Metal Hanging Candle Lamp Sconce  1970s After Curtis Jere

Brutalist Worked Metal Hanging Candle Lamp Sconce 1970s After Curtis Jere

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Peoria, AZ

Stunning! Brutalist Hanging Candle Lamp Worked Metal After Curtis Jere Circa 1972 19" by 17" Here is a marvelous Brutalist candle lamp made of worked metal! It holds four candles...

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Mid-20th Century American Candle Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-century design Napako hanging lamp
Mid-century design Napako hanging lamp

Mid-century design Napako hanging lamp

By Napako

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Mid-century design Napako hanging lamp with white plastic balls.

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Vintage 1970s Slovak Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Original Midcentury Layered Glass Hanging Light, 1950s, New Electrification
Original Midcentury Layered Glass Hanging Light, 1950s, New Electrification

Original Midcentury Layered Glass Hanging Light, 1950s, New Electrification

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Style: Midcentury Period: 1950-1959 Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Material: Layered glass and steel.

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Orange Scandinavian Hanging Lamp
Mid-Century Modern Orange Scandinavian Hanging Lamp

Mid-Century Modern Orange Scandinavian Hanging Lamp

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern orange scandinavian hanging lamp.

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid century design lucite hanging Lamp , 1970s
Mid century design lucite hanging Lamp , 1970s

Mid century design lucite hanging Lamp , 1970s

Located in Delft, NL

Mid century design lucite hanging Lamp , 1970s Dimensions: 55cm Diameter , 40 cm height shade , 185 height total

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

Mid-century design hanging lamp by Lidokov
Mid-century design hanging lamp by Lidokov

Mid-century design hanging lamp by Lidokov

By Lidokov

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Mid-century design hanging lamp by Lidokov with white plastic lampshades.

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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

White UFO Opal Glass Hanging Light by Peill and Putzler, Germany, 1970s
White UFO Opal Glass Hanging Light by Peill and Putzler, Germany, 1970s

White UFO Opal Glass Hanging Light by Peill and Putzler, Germany, 1970s

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Pendant glass lights light in UFO Form Producer: Peill and Putzler, Germany Origin: Germany Age: 1970s Original 1970s modernist Ger...

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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Moroccan Styled Mid Century Hanging Brass Lamp
Moroccan Styled Mid Century Hanging Brass Lamp

Moroccan Styled Mid Century Hanging Brass Lamp

By Modern Aesthetic Design

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A very Mid Century styled Moroccan Moorish styled hanging brass lamp with cutout perforated construction having 15' of brass chain with great hash mark details to the links.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1960s French Wicker & Paper Pendant Light – Sculptural Southern Design
1960s French Wicker & Paper Pendant Light – Sculptural Southern Design

1960s French Wicker & Paper Pendant Light – Sculptural Southern Design

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Keywords: 1960s French pendant light, wicker and paper suspension, Southern France design, vintage hanging lamp, mid-century wicker lighting, organic sculptural lighting, jonc lamp, ...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker, Paper

3-Spot Brass Tone Hanging Light Koch and Lowy Style OMI Lighting, Germany, 1970
3-Spot Brass Tone Hanging Light Koch and Lowy Style OMI Lighting, Germany, 1970

3-Spot Brass Tone Hanging Light Koch and Lowy Style OMI Lighting, Germany, 1970

By Koch & Lowy

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Hanging light with 3 light spots Producer: OMI Lighting, Germany Design: in style of Koch & Lowy Origin: Germany Age: 1970s ...

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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

White Wave Hanging Light by Koch and Lowy for Peill and Putzler, Germany, 1970s
White Wave Hanging Light by Koch and Lowy for Peill and Putzler, Germany, 1970s

White Wave Hanging Light by Koch and Lowy for Peill and Putzler, Germany, 1970s

By Koch & Lowy, Peill & Putzler

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Pendant glass lights light white Producer: Peill and Putzler, Germany Design: Koch & Lowy Origin: Germany Age: 1970s Origin...

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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-century modern hanging lamp by Elektroinstala Jílové
Mid-century modern hanging lamp by Elektroinstala Jílové

Mid-century modern hanging lamp by Elektroinstala Jílové

By Jílové u Děčína

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Mid-century modern hanging lamp by Elektroinstala Jílové in very nice original condition.

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-century modern hanging lamp by VEB Leuchten
Mid-century modern hanging lamp by VEB Leuchten

Mid-century modern hanging lamp by VEB Leuchten

By VEB Leuchten

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Mid-century modern hanging lamp by VEB Leuchten in very nice original condition.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-century hanging lamp by Gaetano Sciolari , 1970s , Italy
Mid-century hanging lamp by Gaetano Sciolari , 1970s , Italy

Mid-century hanging lamp by Gaetano Sciolari , 1970s , Italy

Located in Delft, NL

Mid-century hanging lamp by Gaetano Sciolari , 1970s , Italy

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Sculpted Hanging Swag Lamp Chandelier Pendant Light
Mid Century Sculpted Hanging Swag Lamp Chandelier Pendant Light

Mid Century Sculpted Hanging Swag Lamp Chandelier Pendant Light

Located in Baltimore, MD

A sophisticated, interesting Mid-Century Modern pendant light, swag lamp, chandelier featuring a milky white glass globe with a raised ribbing that follows the billowing egg shaped g...

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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-century Helena Tynell large bubble hanging lamp , 1970s
Mid-century Helena Tynell large bubble hanging lamp , 1970s

Mid-century Helena Tynell large bubble hanging lamp , 1970s

By Helena Tynell

Located in Delft, NL

Mid-century Helena Tynell large bubble hanging lamp , 1970s

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Hanging Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Hanging Lamp, 1960s, Italy

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Hanging Lamp, 1960s, Italy

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

A very interesting and decorative lamp. 5 x E14 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is rewired and in working condition. It runs both on 110/230 Volt.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Italian Aquamarine & Brass Counterweight Hanging Lamp, 1950s
Mid-Century Italian Aquamarine & Brass Counterweight Hanging Lamp, 1950s

Mid-Century Italian Aquamarine & Brass Counterweight Hanging Lamp, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in Varese, Lombardia

This Counterweight hanging lamp was manufactured in Italy around 1950s and its style resembles the Stilnovo production. It is made from brass and lacquered aluminium and features an ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Finnish Modern Hanging Lamp by Pohjoismainen Sähkö Oy, Finland Mid-20th Century
Finnish Modern Hanging Lamp by Pohjoismainen Sähkö Oy, Finland Mid-20th Century

Finnish Modern Hanging Lamp by Pohjoismainen Sähkö Oy, Finland Mid-20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

Makers like Pohjoismainen Sähkö Oy contributed to this landscape by producing fixtures that balanced craftsmanship with gentle innovation, creating objects that were as much about am...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid Century design Swedish green hanging lamp , 1960’s
Mid Century design Swedish green hanging lamp , 1960’s

Mid Century design Swedish green hanging lamp , 1960’s

Located in Delft, NL

Mid Century design green hanging lamp , 1960’s

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-century grey glass pendant hanging lamp , 1960s Scandinavian
Mid-century grey glass pendant hanging lamp , 1960s Scandinavian

Mid-century grey glass pendant hanging lamp , 1960s Scandinavian

Located in Delft, NL

Mid-century grey glass pendant hanging lamp , 1960s Scandinavian

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Antique 16th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Metal

Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson  lamp , 1970s
Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson  lamp , 1970s

Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson lamp , 1970s

By George Nelson

Located in Delft, NL

Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson lamp , 1970s

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Florentine Hanging Lamp, 1960s Italy
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Florentine Hanging Lamp, 1960s Italy

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Florentine Hanging Lamp, 1960s Italy

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

A very interesting and decorative lamp. 5 x E14 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is rewired and in working condition. It runs both on 110/230 Volt.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Spherical Amber Glass Hanging Lamp
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Spherical Amber Glass Hanging Lamp

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Spherical Amber Glass Hanging Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Vintage spherical amber colored glass chandelier, wired and ready for use.

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Dijkstra Flower Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Mid Century Dijkstra Flower Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s

Mid Century Dijkstra Flower Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s

By Dijkstra

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Mid century Dijkstra space age flower shaped pendant lamp with double acrylic glass shade. The lamp consists of an acrylic glass copper coloured outer shade and a white inner shade. ...

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20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-century modern hanging lamp by Toni Zuccheri for VeArt
Mid-century modern hanging lamp by Toni Zuccheri for VeArt

Mid-century modern hanging lamp by Toni Zuccheri for VeArt

By Murano Glass Sommerso, Toni Zuccheri, VeArt

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Mid-century modern hanging lamp by Toni Zuccheri for VeArt in very nice original condition.

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Mid Century Peill & Putzler Frosted Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Mid Century Peill & Putzler Frosted Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s

Mid Century Peill & Putzler Frosted Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s

By Peill & Putzler

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Unique mid century frosted glass pendant lamp by Peill & Putzler. The lamp has an icy look due to the frosted effect and the ice-like drops underneath. The lamp requires one E27/26 l...

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20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Hanging Lamp by Gerrit Rietveld, Mid-Century Modern, Circa 1950
Hanging Lamp by Gerrit Rietveld, Mid-Century Modern, Circa 1950

Hanging Lamp by Gerrit Rietveld, Mid-Century Modern, Circa 1950

By Gerrit Rietveld

Located in Barcelona, ES

Hanging lamp, designed in the style of Rietveld, executed circa 1950 by unknown manufacturer. Painted wooden structure and plastic tube protecting the electricity cable, with three b...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Disa Hanging Lamp by Coderch, Wood & Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Disa Hanging Lamp by Coderch, Wood & Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Disa Hanging Lamp by Coderch, Wood & Aluminum

By José Antonio Coderch

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Disa hanging lamp designed by the architect J.A. Coderch in 1954. It is an iconic reference of the lightning design. Edited and manufactured by Tunds, made with high-quality raw mate...

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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958

Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958 This pendant lamp is a magnificent piece of mid-century graphics and design that was showcased at the Czechoslovakia ...

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Amazing Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light, 1960s
Amazing Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light, 1960s

Amazing Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light, 1960s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Amazing Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light, 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid Century Lakro Amstelveen Pendant Lamp - Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Mid Century Lakro Amstelveen Pendant Lamp - Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s

Mid Century Lakro Amstelveen Pendant Lamp - Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s

By Lakro Amstelveen

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Orange mid century pendant lamp by Lakro Amstelveen. The lamp is made out of steel and has an orange lacquer from the inside. The lamp requires one E27/26 (standard) lightbulb. Pleas...

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20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Aluminum Cylinder Hanging Lamp Pair, circa 1960
Mid-Century Aluminum Cylinder Hanging Lamp Pair, circa 1960

Mid-Century Aluminum Cylinder Hanging Lamp Pair, circa 1960

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This pair of mid-century hanging lamp was manufactured during the Jet Age period of the Space Race and America's obsession with speedy flight and reaching to the stars.

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Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-century design La Murrina glass hanging lamp flowers , 1970s , Italy
Mid-century design La Murrina glass hanging lamp flowers , 1970s , Italy

Mid-century design La Murrina glass hanging lamp flowers , 1970s , Italy

Located in Delft, NL

Mid-century design La Murrina glass hanging lamp flowers , 1970s , Italy Dimensions: 93cm Height , 31cm Diameter Condition: Good , metal has some corrosion Material: Glass , metal

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Rattan & Bamboo Hanging Lamp, 1920
Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Rattan & Bamboo Hanging Lamp, 1920

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Rattan & Bamboo Hanging Lamp, 1920

Located in Hannover, DE

This lamp is a unique one. It originally belonged to an art collector who had it made in the 1960s. The lampshade is the real showstopper! It's a beautiful basket made in cameroon ar...

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Vintage 1920s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of Mid-Century Murano Barovier & Toso Hanging Pendant Lamps
Pair of Mid-Century Murano Barovier & Toso Hanging Pendant Lamps

Pair of Mid-Century Murano Barovier & Toso Hanging Pendant Lamps

By Vistosi

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Pair of elegant cased glass pendant lamps. Triangular in form with cylinder tops and cased gold bands. Attributed to Barovier Toso. All original including brass chain and canopies, w...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Cister Wood Hanging Lamp by José Antonio Coderch, Mid-Century Modern
Cister Wood Hanging Lamp by José Antonio Coderch, Mid-Century Modern

Cister Wood Hanging Lamp by José Antonio Coderch, Mid-Century Modern

By José Antonio Coderch

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Interior lamp designed by Coderech in 1970. A structure of semi-gloss aluminum covered with screens of treated wood. Assembled using transparent plastic coated magnets. The Cister...

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2010s European Mid-Century Modern More Lighting

Materials

Wood

Gold Sparkle Mid Century Pendant Lamp - Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Gold Sparkle Mid Century Pendant Lamp - Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s

Gold Sparkle Mid Century Pendant Lamp - Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Very rare space age pendant lamp with metallic, golden upper shade and acrylic lower shade. Experience the golden glow cast by the pendant light as it bathes your space in a soft, lu...

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20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Space Age Cocoon Hanging Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Mid-Century Space Age Cocoon Hanging Pendant Lamp, 1960s

Mid-Century Space Age Cocoon Hanging Pendant Lamp, 1960s

By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in Zaandam, NL

Although often attributed to Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, these cocoon lamps are generally made by Goldkant, Germany 1960s. This lamp is in great condition considerin...

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Vintage 1960s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Resin

Brass and Amber Tinted Glass Hanging Lamp by Idman, Finland Mid 20th century
Brass and Amber Tinted Glass Hanging Lamp by Idman, Finland Mid 20th century

Brass and Amber Tinted Glass Hanging Lamp by Idman, Finland Mid 20th century

By Idman Oy

Located in Utrecht, NL

The best qualities of Finnish light fixtures are their atmospheric glow and disciplined, functionalist design that is not short of subtle decorative elements, as this hanging lamp ex...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-century design hanging lamp by Ernst Palme , Germany , 1970s
Mid-century design hanging lamp by Ernst Palme , Germany , 1970s

Mid-century design hanging lamp by Ernst Palme , Germany , 1970s

By Ernest Palme

Located in Delft, NL

Dimensions: 94cm Height , 44cm Diameter Condition: Good has some patina and signs of use Color: Gold

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Crystal, Metal

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern hanging lamp in glass and brass, 1950s
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern hanging lamp in glass and brass, 1950s

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern hanging lamp in glass and brass, 1950s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern hanging lamp in glass and brass, 1950s Executed in glass, brass and metal.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Brass Church Hanging Lamp from WKR Leuchten 1960s
Mid-Century Brass Church Hanging Lamp from WKR Leuchten 1960s

Mid-Century Brass Church Hanging Lamp from WKR Leuchten 1960s

By WKR Leuchten

Located in Hannover, DE

These simple and timeless lights come from a church that was built in the 1960s. The lamps hung in a chandelier above the altar and gave off a beautiful golden light. The lamps have ...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-century 'Cetra' hanging lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, 1960s
Mid-century 'Cetra' hanging lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, 1960s

Mid-century 'Cetra' hanging lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, 1960s

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century 'Cetra' hanging lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, 1960s

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Small Reversed Tulip Mid Century Opaline Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Small Reversed Tulip Mid Century Opaline Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s

Small Reversed Tulip Mid Century Opaline Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Mid century scandinavian style milk glass pendant light with black ceiling cap. The lamp has a a reversed tulip shaped glass shade. It gives a nice and warm glow. The lamp requires a...

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20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Wood

Restored Mid-century Hanging Rattan Ceiling Lamp Chandelier w/ Center Globe
Restored Mid-century Hanging Rattan Ceiling Lamp Chandelier w/ Center Globe

Restored Mid-century Hanging Rattan Ceiling Lamp Chandelier w/ Center Globe

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Beautifully restored Mid-century rattan hanging ceiling lamp pendant reminiscent of the style made famous by Paul Frankl.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid Century UFO Plexiglass Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970's
Mid Century UFO Plexiglass Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970's

Mid Century UFO Plexiglass Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970's

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Orange mid century plexiglass space age pendant lamp. The lamp has an orange outer shade and a patterned aluminium inner shade. Together they create a magnificent 'space' light. The ...

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20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Cister Wood Hanging Lamp by José Antonio Coderch, Mid-Century Modern
Cister Wood Hanging Lamp by José Antonio Coderch, Mid-Century Modern

Cister Wood Hanging Lamp by José Antonio Coderch, Mid-Century Modern

By José Antonio Coderch

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Interior lamp designed by Coderch in 1970. A structure of semi gloss aluminum covered with screens of treated wood. Assembled using transparent plastic coated magnets. The Cister la...

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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

Cister Wood Hanging Lamp by José Antonio Coderch, Mid-Century Modern
Cister Wood Hanging Lamp by José Antonio Coderch, Mid-Century Modern

Cister Wood Hanging Lamp by José Antonio Coderch, Mid-Century Modern

By José Antonio Coderch

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Interior lamp designed by Coderch in 1970. A structure of semi gloss aluminum covered with screens of treated wood. Assembled using transparent plastic coated magnets. The Cister la...

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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Wood

Blue Mid Century Flying Saucer UFO Hanging Lamp, 1970's
Blue Mid Century Flying Saucer UFO Hanging Lamp, 1970's

Blue Mid Century Flying Saucer UFO Hanging Lamp, 1970's

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Unique mid century space age pendant light in blue colour. The lamp is made out of metal and has a glossy yellow lacquer. The lampshade of this pendant lamp is typically spherical or...

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20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Black Hanging Lamp After Gerrit Rietveld, circa 1960
Mid-Century Modern Black Hanging Lamp After Gerrit Rietveld, circa 1960

Mid-Century Modern Black Hanging Lamp After Gerrit Rietveld, circa 1960

By Gerrit Rietveld

Located in Barcelona, ES

Hanging lamp, designed in the style of Rietveld, executed circa 1960 by unknown manufacturer. Painted wooden structure and plastic tube protecting the electricity cable, with three b...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

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Rare Mid-Century Modern Hanging Laurel Lamp in a Lucite Enclosure
Rare Mid-Century Modern Hanging Laurel Lamp in a Lucite Enclosure

Rare Mid-Century Modern Hanging Laurel Lamp in a Lucite Enclosure

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Marietta, GA

Rare Mid-Century Modern Hanging Laurel Lamp in a clear enclosure.

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Mid century hanging lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1970´s
Mid century hanging lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1970´s

Mid century hanging lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1970´s

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H 15.75 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Mid century hanging lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1970´s

Located in Prague 8, CZ

This mid century hanging lamp was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1970´s It´s made of cut glass, plastic, metal, chrome.

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid century hanging lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1970´s
Mid century hanging lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1970´s

Mid century hanging lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1970´s

Unavailable

H 24.81 in W 15.36 in D 11.42 in

Mid century hanging lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1970´s

Located in Prague 8, CZ

This mid century hanging lamp was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1970´s It´s made of cut glass, plastic, metal, chrome.

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s Mid Century Wicker Hanging Lamp Pendant
1970s Mid Century Wicker Hanging Lamp Pendant

1970s Mid Century Wicker Hanging Lamp Pendant

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Illuminate your space with a touch of timeless charm. Vintage Rattan Hanging Pendant Lamp brings warmth and character to any room, blending natural elegance with retro allure. A capt...

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Vintage 1970s North American Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Danish Mid-Century Modern "Egg Lamp" Hanging Fixture, circa 1960
Danish Mid-Century Modern "Egg Lamp" Hanging Fixture, circa 1960

Danish Mid-Century Modern "Egg Lamp" Hanging Fixture, circa 1960

Located in Richmond, VA

Danish Mid-century modern three arm "Egg Lamp", hanging light fixture circa 1960.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Kaiser Leuchten Mid-Century Modern Crystal and Brass Hanging Lamp
Kaiser Leuchten Mid-Century Modern Crystal and Brass Hanging Lamp

Kaiser Leuchten Mid-Century Modern Crystal and Brass Hanging Lamp

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in HEILOO, NL

Vintage hanging lamp from Kaiser Leuchten Germany. Produced in the 60s. The lamp is made up of elongated discs of ribbed crystal glass with a crystal glass cover at the bottom and a ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Mid Century Modern Italian Murano Lino Tagliapietra Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp
Mid Century Modern Italian Murano Lino Tagliapietra Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp

Mid Century Modern Italian Murano Lino Tagliapietra Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp

By Lino Tagliapietra

Located in Miami, FL

All handblown black glass with applied red, white Latticino inlaid, Murano pendant Light fixture by Italian Master Lino Tagliapietra dating back to the 1970s. This piece is in excell...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Mid-20th Century Little Polish Metal Hanging Industrial Lamp, 1940
Mid-20th Century Little Polish Metal Hanging Industrial Lamp, 1940

Mid-20th Century Little Polish Metal Hanging Industrial Lamp, 1940

Located in Milan, Italy

These charming lamps come from Poland 1940. They were originally used into industrial factories. They are in perfect condition, all of them have been brushed, complete with their ori...

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Vintage 1940s Polish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Disderot Hanging Lamp
Disderot Hanging Lamp

Disderot Hanging Lamp

Unavailable

H 33.47 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in

Disderot Hanging Lamp

By Pierre Disderot

Located in Grenoble, FR

Disderot. Hanging lamp with opaline glass and brass.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

1950 Italian Hanging Lamp
1950 Italian Hanging Lamp

1950 Italian Hanging Lamp

Unavailable

H 13.78 in Dm 25.6 in

1950 Italian Hanging Lamp

Located in London, GB

A beautiful Mid-Century Italian hanging lamp in brown and ivory painted metal.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Acrylic Sponge Hanging Lamp
Acrylic Sponge Hanging Lamp

Acrylic Sponge Hanging Lamp

Unavailable

H 24.5 in W 15 in D 9 in

Acrylic Sponge Hanging Lamp

Located in Pasadena, CA

Mid-Century Modern lighting decorative style. Eye-catching and one-of-a-kind, this coral-shaped hanging lamp is crafted from solid acrylic and features intricate etchings.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Flush Mount

1950s Italian Hanging Lamp
1950s Italian Hanging Lamp

1950s Italian Hanging Lamp

Unavailable

H 37.41 in Dm 8.08 in

1950s Italian Hanging Lamp

By Fontana Arte

Located in London, GB

An elegant hanging lamp in Murano Glass in the style of Fontana Arte with hardware in grass. Italy, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mazzega Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Mazzega Hanging Lamp, 1970s

Mazzega Hanging Lamp, 1970s

Unavailable

H 48.82 in Dm 22.05 in

Mazzega Hanging Lamp, 1970s

By AVMazzega

Located in Berlin, DE

Hanging lamp with Glass by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s. Numerous Murano glass pieces in brown and clear glass, designed and produced by Mazzega. Metal frame with eleven light fittings. ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Danish Handmade Ceramic Hanging Lamp
Danish Handmade Ceramic Hanging Lamp

Danish Handmade Ceramic Hanging Lamp

Unavailable

H 9.45 in Dm 11.42 in

Danish Handmade Ceramic Hanging Lamp

By Soholm Pottery

Located in Jylland, DK

Beautiful Danish handmade ceramic lamp probably designed in the 1960s. It is our professional assessment that the lamp is from the 1960s when considering the design and the colors. ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic

Svend Middelboe "Verona" Hanging Lamp
Svend Middelboe "Verona" Hanging Lamp

Svend Middelboe "Verona" Hanging Lamp

Unavailable

H 9.85 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Svend Middelboe "Verona" Hanging Lamp

By Svend Middelboe

Located in Panningen, N-Limburg

Danish design hanging lamp designed by Svend Middelboe for Nordisk Solar in Denmark during the 1960s. This aluminium laquer lamp is in very good condition.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Italian Hanging Lamp, circa 1965
Italian Hanging Lamp, circa 1965

Italian Hanging Lamp, circa 1965

Unavailable

H 35.5 in W 28 in D 12 in

Italian Hanging Lamp, circa 1965

Located in London, GB

A stylish modernist Italian pendant circa 1965, with six lamp holders.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Rare Pagoda Hanging Lamp, Vienna, 1935
Rare Pagoda Hanging Lamp, Vienna, 1935

Rare Pagoda Hanging Lamp, Vienna, 1935

Unavailable

H 43 in Dm 40 in

Rare Pagoda Hanging Lamp, Vienna, 1935

Located in Vienna, Vienna

Pagoda hanging lamp, Vienna, 1935. Six bulb sockets E27, each max. 75watt. The length of the stem can be altered to any size for free

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Czech Cube Hanging Lamp, 1960s
Czech Cube Hanging Lamp, 1960s

Czech Cube Hanging Lamp, 1960s

Unavailable

H 34.26 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in

Czech Cube Hanging Lamp, 1960s

By Kamenicky Senov

Located in Prague, CZ

Rare pieces of chandelier - "cube" made in Czechoslovakia in fabrique Kamenicky Senov in 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Spun Aluminum Hanging Lamps by Dijkstra
Spun Aluminum Hanging Lamps by Dijkstra

Spun Aluminum Hanging Lamps by Dijkstra

Unavailable

H 8 in W 4.75 in D 4.75 in

Spun Aluminum Hanging Lamps by Dijkstra

By Dijkstra

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage hanging lamps by Dijkstra, Holland. Spun aluminum shades with matching ceiling caps. Sold as a pair.

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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Carl Thore Swedish design hanging lamp
Carl Thore Swedish design hanging lamp

Carl Thore Swedish design hanging lamp

Unavailable

H 20 in W 35 in D 20 in

Carl Thore Swedish design hanging lamp

By Carl Thore

Located in Panningen, N-Limburg

Midcentury Modern hanging lamp designed by Carl Thore for Granhaga in Sweden, during the 1960s. This lamp is made of aluminium.

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Tobia Scarpa, Flos, Five Hanging Lamps
Tobia Scarpa, Flos, Five Hanging Lamps

Tobia Scarpa, Flos, Five Hanging Lamps

Unavailable

H 14.18 in Dm 14.18 in

Tobia Scarpa, Flos, Five Hanging Lamps

By Flos, Tobia Scarpa

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Tobia Scarpa, five hanging lamps model Sfera. Flos, 1964.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Achille Castiglioni Hanging Lamp Splugen Brau
Achille Castiglioni Hanging Lamp Splugen Brau

Achille Castiglioni Hanging Lamp Splugen Brau

Unavailable

H 7.88 in Dm 13.78 in

Achille Castiglioni Hanging Lamp Splugen Brau

By Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in Paris, FR

Hanging lamp Splugen Brau designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for the Splugen Brau Brasserie in Milano in 1960 and produced in Italy by Flos.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

1970s Mazzega Murano Hanging Lamp, Italy
1970s Mazzega Murano Hanging Lamp, Italy

1970s Mazzega Murano Hanging Lamp, Italy

Unavailable

H 16.54 in Dm 14.57 in

1970s Mazzega Murano Hanging Lamp, Italy

By AVMazzega

Located in Berkel en Rodenrijs, NL

1970s Mazzega Murano hanging lamp from the 1970s. This Italian pendant lamp is made of chromed steel and handblown Murano glass. The handblown Murano glass is frosty, clear and a lit...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Raimondo Guzzini Pendant Chandelier for Kartell, Model Hanging Lamp 20th Century
Raimondo Guzzini Pendant Chandelier for Kartell, Model Hanging Lamp 20th Century

Raimondo Guzzini Pendant Chandelier for Kartell, Model Hanging Lamp 20th Century

By Harvey Guzzini

Located in Palermo, Italia

Particularly high-end suspended chandelier for Raimondo Guzzini "Harvey Guzzini" hanging lamp model. Made in Italy in 1900. Material: methacrylate. The chandelier has a...

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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plexiglass

Four Hanging Lamps by Stilnovo, 1950
Four Hanging Lamps by Stilnovo, 1950

Four Hanging Lamps by Stilnovo, 1950

Unavailable

H 43.31 in Dm 5.91 in

Four Hanging Lamps by Stilnovo, 1950

By Stilnovo

Located in Fossano, IT

Beautiful lot of four lamps with white Opaline glass diffusers surmounted by green and red transparent blow cylinder glass (two red and two green glass). Hanging on by a black wire ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Opaline Glass

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp with Eight Globes, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp with Eight Globes, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp with Eight Globes, 1960s

Located in San Francisco, CA

This vintage midcentury hanging lamp features eight chrome globes attached to a curly cue shaped bent chrome rod. A round opaque light bulb is attached to each chrome globe. This lam...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

RAAK Amsterdam Bal Lamp 25 Glass Bal Hanging Lamp
RAAK Amsterdam Bal Lamp 25 Glass Bal Hanging Lamp

RAAK Amsterdam Bal Lamp 25 Glass Bal Hanging Lamp

Unavailable

H 32.68 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

RAAK Amsterdam Bal Lamp 25 Glass Bal Hanging Lamp

By RAAK

Located in LA Arnhem, NL

RAAK hanging lamp with 25 glass balls. Three bulbs in the middle of the lamp. Inclusive a nice ceiling cap. The balls are of "snow" glass.

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Double Vintage Hanging Lamp, circa 1930s
Double Vintage Hanging Lamp, circa 1930s

Double Vintage Hanging Lamp, circa 1930s

Unavailable

H 43.71 in W 7.09 in D 27.56 in

Double Vintage Hanging Lamp, circa 1930s

Located in Freiburg, DE

rewired with E27 sockets Metal / iron shade Diameter lampshade: 17,5cm Height of shade: 24.5cm

Category

Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

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Hanging Lamp Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the hanging lamp mid century you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, every hanging lamp mid century was constructed with great care. Find 463 options for an antique or vintage hanging lamp mid century now, or shop our selection of 10 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a hanging lamp mid century — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right hanging lamp mid century, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. Peill & Putzler, Stilnovo and Staff Leuchten each produced at least one beautiful hanging lamp mid century that is worth considering.

How Much is a Hanging Lamp Mid Century?

Prices for a hanging lamp mid century can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $159 and can go as high as $17,357, while the average can fetch as much as $1,162.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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 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.