1960s Paris Holophane Globe Street Pendant Light Qty Available
By Holophane
Located in New York, NY
This Holophane Paris Street light, transformed into a mesmerizing light fixture, is a captivating
Steel
1940 Holophane Prismatic Glass Globe Pendant Light with Brass Fittings
By Holophane
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Manufactured in France, circa 1940. This small prismatic glass globe by Holophane features the
Glass
$292Sale Price|35% Off
H 7 in W 6 in D 6 in
Mid-century Holophane Ceiling Light Teardrop Globe with Brass Fitter
By Holophane
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century era Holophane ceiling light features a distinctive teardrop-shaped glass globe. Its
Brass
Antique Cut Glass Holopahne Globe Church Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Czech antique glass pendant light large – B. These unique glass pendants were salvaged from a
Cut Glass
Antique Vintage Cut Glass Church Globe Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Czech antique glass pendant light large – A These unique glass pendants were salvaged from a
Steel
XL 50cm Holophane Parisian Globe Pendant Light
Located in Tarporley, GB
#1744 XL 50cm Holophane Parisian globe pendant light. Originally used to light up the Parisian
Metal, Brass
Parisian Medium 40cm Holophane Globe Pendant Light
Located in Tarporley, GB
An exceptional run of 20 French Holophane Pendant Lights. Originally used to light up the Parisian
Metal, Brass
Original Holophane Globe Pendant Light, Paris, France, 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Original Holophane Globe Pendant Light, Paris, France, 1960 This original Holophane pendant light
Glass
Original Holophane Globe Pendant Light, Paris, France, 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Original Holophane Globe Pendant Light, Paris, France, 1960 This original Holophane pendant light
Metal
Prismatic Holophane Glass And Brass 6in Globe Pendant Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, industrial pendant light features a prismatic Holophane glass globe shade with
Brass
Prismatic Holophane Glass And Brass 8in Globe Pendant Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, industrial pendant light features an 8 inch, prismatic, Holophane glass globe
Brass
Mid-Century French Holophane Globe
Located in London, GB
A mid-century French holophane two tone globe pendant light. Small nibbles to the edge of the
Glass
$211Sale Price|35% Off
H 6.5 in W 5 in D 5 in
Mid-century Holophane Glass Globe Pendant Light w/ Chromes Steel Fitter
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Hollywood Regency style Holophane ceiling pendant features a classic globe-shaped glass shade that
Chrome
$360Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32 in Dm 15 in
Mid-20th Century Holophane Pyrex Glass Globe Pendant Light with Brass Pole
Located in Stamford, CT
Industrial Holophane glass globe signed Pyrex made in the USA with a brass pole fitter. The Pyrex
Brass
Early 20th Century Industrial Prismatic Holophane Glass Globe Pendant
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This industrial prismatic Holophane globe pendant light comes from an era of superior craftsmanship
Brass
Parisian Globe Floor Lamp, 1970s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique original holophane globe street light from Paris which has been perfectly converted into a
Metal
Holophane Glass Globe Pendant Light with Chrome Fitter
By Holophane
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This pendant light features a classic Holophane glass globe renowned for its prismatic light
Chrome
Massive holophane globe hanging light
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Large scale original holophane sphere, cast iron fittings. pair available
Metal
Parisian Holophane Globe Street Light
Located in Chicago, IL
These iconic spheres once lighted the thoroughfares of Paris. Since being removed from their
Metal
Parisian Holophane Globe Street Light
Located in Chicago, IL
These iconic spheres once lighted the thoroughfares of Paris. Since being removed from their
Glass
Parisian Holophane Globe Street Light
Located in Chicago, IL
These iconic spheres once lighted the thoroughfares of Paris. Since being removed from their
Metal
Large Holophane Glass Globe Ball light
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Large scale glass ball light, steel and brass fittings.
Parisian Holophane Globe Street Light, circa 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
These iconic spheres once lighted the thoroughfares of Paris. Since being removed from their
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Parisian Holophane Globe Street Light
Located in Chicago, IL
These iconic spheres once lighted the thoroughfares of Paris. Since being removed from their
Glass
Small French Holophane Globe Pendant Light with Brass Caps
Located in London, GB
Small French Holophane globe pendant lights, moulded prismatic glass with spun brass caps and
Glass
Small French Holophane Globe Pendant Light with Brass Caps
Located in London, GB
Small French Holophane globe pendant lights, moulded prismatic glass with spun brass caps and
Stunning Antique Prismatic Glass Globe Pendant By Holophane For G.E.C
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1, Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
A RARE HOLOPHANE PRISMATIC TWO PART GLOBE LIGHT FITTING MADE FOR GEC An eye-catching antique light
Brass, Copper
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H 14 in W 17 in D 17 in
1910s Original Brass Four-Light Dental Pendant Light with Clear Holophane Globes
Located in New York, NY
1910s original brass four-light dental pendant light with clear Holophane globes. This item can be
Brass
Early 20th Century Industrial Holophane Glass Globe Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, industrial pendant light with a prismatic Holophane glass globe shade and brass
Brass
1960s Paris Holophane Globe Streetlight Turned Pendant Street Light
By Holophane
Located in New York, NY
This is an original late 1960s Paris globe Holophane street light from Paris, France now turned
Glass
Rare Lilac Tinted Vintage Holophane Prismatic Globe Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
Antique Lilac Tinted Globe Pendant Lights by Holophane Price is per light. A beautiful small
Brass
Early 20th Century Industrial Frosted Holophane Globe Pendant Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This lovely early 20th century, industrial pendant light features a half frosted, half Holophane
Brass
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H 47.25 in Dm 10.63 in
Antique Brass GEC Holophane Glass Chandelier Globe Sphere Pendant Light, C.1915
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
A very well presented glass ‘sphere’ pendant light made by General Electric Company for Holophane
Brass
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H 20.87 in Dm 15.75 in
Antique Wrought Iron GEC Holophane Glass Globe Sphere Pendant Light, C.1915
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
A very well presented glass globe pendant light made by General Electric Company. c.1915 The two
Iron
Xl Large Holophane Paris Street Pendant Light, France, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
This is an large original late 1960s Paris globe Holophane street light from Paris, France now
Glass
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H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in
Privat Offer nr 2 ADAM !! Holophane Paris Street Pendant Light, France, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
fixtures This is an large original late 1960s Paris globe Holophane street light from Paris, France now
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Holophane Paris Street Pendant Lights, France, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
This is an original late 1960s Paris globe Holophane street light from Paris, France now turned
Glass
Sold
H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in
XL Mid-Century Modern Holophane Paris Street Pendant Lights, France, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
This is a large original late 1960s Paris globe Holophane Street light from Paris, France now
Glass
Sold
H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in
XL Mid-Century Modern Holophane Paris Street Pendant Lights, France, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
This is a large original late 1960s Paris globe Holophane Street light from Paris, France now
Glass
Sold
H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in
XL Mid-Century Modern Holophane Paris Street Pendant Lights, France, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
This is a large original late 1960s Paris globe Holophane Street light from Paris, France now
Glass
Small Globe Holophane Hanging Light
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century holophane globe dish light with hammered silver gallery. English or American
Glass
Large Glass Holophane Globe Street Light in Desk or Table Light
By Holophane
Located in Roubaix, FR
Large original Parisian Holophane glass ball street light turned into desk or table Light Rewired
Fiberglass, Glass
Large Glass Holophane Globe Street Light in Desk or Table Light
By Holophane
Located in Roubaix, FR
Large original Parisian Holophane glass ball street light turned into desk or table Light Rewired
Fiberglass, Glass
Four Globe Brass 1930s Medical Light with Holophane Shades
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This medical light once hung in a doctor's office in the Midwest. Original Holophane shades.
Brass
Steel Basket w/mid-century holophane prism globe as Ceiling Light
Located in Madison, WI
Antique, steel-wire farm basket encapsulates holophane prism globe to create unique ceiling light
Steel
A Pair of Early Electric Flush Mounting fixtures
Located in Hudson, NY
hardware. The holophane globes refract light beautifully, and evenly.
Early 20th Century Prismatic Holophane Globe Light
By Holophane
Located in Canton, MA
Early 29th Century prismatic globe light. Explosion proof socket fitting, originally used in an
Brass
Jelly Jar Light by Deborah Ehrlich
By Deborah Ehrlich
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Deborah Ehrlich's elegant crystal Jelly Jar light fixture highlights this renowned glass artist's attention to superior artisanship and craft. The hand blown shades are made from Swe...
Brass
$3,245 / item
H 47.25 in W 24.22 in D 3.94 in
Floor Mirror 'TRN Triple' by Pani Jurek, Wood '+ colors'
By Pani Jurek
Located in Paris, IDF
TRN Triple Floor mirror Signed by Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 120 x 61.5 x10 Materials: Solid ashwood, hand stained Colors: Red, blue, green and natural ______________________________...
Wood
Amber Alabaster Pendant, Sweden, circa 1910
Located in New York, NY
A natural, amber toned alabaster is a warm sleek pendant with crystal, rather than mineral, veining. Suspended on three electrified ropes from a matching alabaster canopy, the light ...
Alabaster
Severin Hansen Model 36 Walnut Desk 1958 - New Edition
By Severin Hansen
Located in London, England
Severin Hansen - Model 36 Desk, 1958 This is an official new edition of this iconic design from the 1950s. Now produced under license in Denmark. Severin Hansen’s Model 36 desk, de...
Walnut
$2,200 / item
H 21 in W 4 in D 4 in
Serpentine Vertical Ceramic Wall Sconce by Farrah Sit - Single or Mirrored Pair
By Farrah Sit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In this sandy slipcast ceramic wall sconce, generous curves are paired with crisp edges and the repetition of geometry to create a flow. The sconce snakes up and off the wall, a scul...
Brass
Chandelier Wood Rustic Swedish 18th Century, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Chandelier wood rustic Swedish 18th century, Sweden. A chandelier made in Sweden during the 18th century. Body in wood with candleholders in metal for 16 candles.
Metal
$33,000
H 102.76 in W 130.71 in D 13 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Architectural Library in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Library wall-unit, walnut, Italy, 1960s Rooted in Italy’s mid-century design tradition, this substantial bookcase highlights the makers architectural sensibility and refined taste f...
Walnut
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Walnut by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the Constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the idea is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Walnut
$88,361 / set
H 28.35 in Dm 46.07 in
Dining Set Designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining set designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929. Birch. Stamped. This rare dining set by the Finish design icon Alvar Aalto is characterised by the combination of...
Birch
Large Raul Reyes 'Rey 26' Perforated Patinated Brass Dome Chandelier
By Paavo Tynell, Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Raul Reyes 'Rey 26' Perforated Patinated Brass Dome Chandelier. Hand-fabricated in Los Angeles, these highly refined ceiling lamps are reminiscent of the iconic mid-century Fi...
Brass
Long Chandelier With Pink Curved Murano Glass Panels
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Long chandelier, ideal over a dining table, made of brass structure with twelve sources of light. The structure is covered with a layer of side by side pink tinted and curved Murano ...
Brass
$7,400 / item
H 19.69 in W 72.84 in D 33.47 in
Minimalist Sleek Daybed In Metal Frame w/ Tobacco Leather Accents-Mondo Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Elegance is born from a delicate balance of proportion, emotion, and the unexpected. This sculptural daybed captures that spirit—its silhouette is both graceful and grounded, with re...
Metal
The Cavendish, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belg...
Linen
Upholstered Mid-Century Modern Armchair, Europe 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
European designers led the way in furniture design innovation and style during the mid-century period. They combined traditional craftsmanship, minimalist design and the highest qual...
Fabric, Wood
Globe-Shaped Wall Light in Opaline Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall light, opaline glass, chrome-plated metal, Europe, 1970s. This lovely wall light is suitable for bringing more ambience in one's interior. The construction is based on a wall-...
Metal, Chrome
$2,200
H 53.63 in W 29.61 in D 14.85 in
Japanese Antique Ash Wood Cabinet, 1912s–1926s - Japandi Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
A Japanese antique cabinet crafted from ash wood, dating from the 1912–1926 period. At 75 cm wide, it offers a compact footprint that fits easily into smaller rooms, entryways, or co...
Wood
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.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.