Vintage Holophane Prismatic Glass and Chrome Flush Light Fitting
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
Small Decorative Chrome & Holophane Glass Flush Bulkhead Light A small and attractive flush light
Chrome
Rare Art Deco Holophane Prismatic & Bronze Pendant Lantern Light
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A very rare and large Art Deco conical Holophane pendant with its original bronze gallery and chain
Bronze
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Brass Ceiling Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Antique Reclaimed Holophane Glass Pendant Light – W A vintage bell shaped Holophane glass
Aluminum, Copper, Brass
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Brass Ceiling Wall Lamp, c.1930
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An elegantly formed ceiling lamp with prismatic glass Holophane glass shade. c.1930 Excellent
Brass
Vintage Industrial Holophane Prismatic Glass Factory Pendant Lamps, c.1950
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
A run of industrial cast pendant lamps with two-part glass reflectors made in England by Holophane
Aluminum
Antique Brass Holophane Prismatic Glass Sanctuary Pendant Light. C.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An elegantly formed brass sanctuary light made with Holophane shade. c.1920 Comprising of a
Brass
Antique Bronze Osler & Holophane Prismatic Glass Plafonnier Light, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An incredible and monumental Holophane bowl plafonnier lamp. c.1920. The large prismatic glass
Bronze
Large Vintage Holophane Prismatic Glass Three Part Chapel Pendant Lights
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
seen in our 1937 catalogue snippet the Holophane Reflector - Refractors form totally enclosed prismatic
Brass, Copper
Early 20th Century Holophane Prismatic Glass Acorn Teardrop Pendants Lights
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A fine matching pair of acorn/teardrop prismatic glass pendants by Holophane. The pendants have
Bronze
English Large Holophane Prismatic Glass and Bronze Chandelier Light Lantern
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
century. Three sections of prismatic glass, the original three way holophane hook and gallery, later
Bronze
Sold|$1,092 / item
Pair of Large Holophane Prismatic Glass and Bronze Chandelier Lights
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
An elegant pair of Holophane single chandeliers, three sections of prismatic glass sits within a
Bronze
Large English Holophane Prismatic Glass and Brass Caged Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large Holophane pendant housed in its original decorative brass cage, early 20th century
Brass
Antique French Holophane Prismatic Glass Pendant Street Light, c.1930
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An elegantly formed Holophane street light, made in France. c.1930. Spun copper lamp body with
Copper
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Island Brass Wall Light
By Holophane
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Antique Reclaimed Glass Holophane Wall Light – H A vintage bell shaped glass prismatic pendant
Aluminum, Brass, Copper
Antique Copper Holophane Prismatic Glass Sanctuary Pendant Light. C.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
metalwork which has beautifully patinated over time with cast scrolled hooks and hanger. Stamped Holophane
Copper
Antique Copper Holophane Prismatic Glass Sanctuary Pendant Light. C.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
scrolled hooks which has beautifully mellowed over time. Stamped Holophane pinecone glass shade. Three
Copper, Brass
Antique Copper Holophane Prismatic Glass Sanctuary Pendant Light. C.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
metalwork which has beautifully patinated over time with cast hooks in the form of dragons heads. Holophane
Brass
Early 20th Century Holophane Prismatic Glass and Brass Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A complete and original Holophane three part pendant with egg & dart decorative brass gallery
Brass
Early 20th Century Holophane Prismatic Glass and Bronze Pendants Lights
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A rare run of nine (two Sold) complete and original Holophane three part pendants with the most
Bronze
Sold|$1,759 / set
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Brass Swan Neck Wall Lamp, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An incredible trio of brass swan neck wall mounted lamps by Holophane. c.1920 Prismatic glass
Brass
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Brass Swan Neck Wall Lamp, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant wall mounted light made in England by Holophane. c.1920 The simple prismatic
Brass
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Pendant Lights with Brass Galleries. c.1930
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Elegantly formed prismatic glass pendant lights made in England by Holophane. c.1930 Glass
Brass
XL Antique Brass Holophane Prismatic Glass Chandelier Pendant Light, C.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
manufacturer Holophane, c.1920. Featuring a large 14" prismatic inner shade with three 8" Holophane glass
Brass
Antique French 14" Holophane Prismatic Glass Plafonnier Pendant Light, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
French devision of Holophane and stamped as such. Prismatic glass bowl set in a simple three-hooked brass
Brass
Early 20thC Holophane Prismatic Glass Three Part Pendants Lights 2 Available
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A pristine pair of medium sized three part prismatic glass pendants by Holophane. The pendants
Bronze
Antique Holophane Prismatic Star Cut Glass Blondel Bowl Flush Light Fitting
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
Stunning Vintage Holophane Flush to Ceiling Prismatic Bowl Fitting Stunning circular flush ceiling
Brass
Pair Antique Caged Holophane Prismatic Glass Ceiling Pendants Lights Light Lamp
By Holophane
Located in Sale, GB
- A rare and beautiful pair of caged glass Holophanes, English circa 1930. - Two sections of
Glass
Early 20th Century Trio of Gothic Holophane Prismatic Glass Chandelier Lights
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
age, produced by Holophane. The chandelier have three, three part prismatic shades, the circular caged
Brass, Bronze, Copper
Large Vintage Holophane Prismatic Glass Pendant Light with Aged Brass Gallery
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
Large Vintage Holophane Pagoda Prismatic Glass Pendant Lights A stunning vintager prismatic glass
Brass
Pair of Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Brass Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Pair of Large Antique Glass Holophane Frill Pendant Lights A pair of large antique frill glass
Brass
Early 20th Century Small Holophane Prismatic Glass Flying Saucers, One Remaining
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Run of four two part flying saucer Holophane pendants in original condition with brass clips and
Copper
Pair of Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Brass Church Kitchen Wall Lights
By Holophane
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Pair of Antique Asymmetrical Holophane Brass Wall Lights An elegant pair of antique Holophane
Brass
Pair of Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Copper Church Kitchen Pendant Lights
By Holophane
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Pair of Antique Holophane Copper Pendant Lights An elegant pair of antique Holophane pendant
Brass
Early 20th Century Holophane Prismatic Glass and Brass Wall Sconces Lights
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A good run of ten two part Holophane wall sconces, with decorative swan neck gilt brass stems
Brass
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Brass Flush Mounted Wall Ceiling Lamp, c.1930
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
original and stamped gallery and adjustable mount. Prismatic glass light shade also stamped Holophane
Brass
Antique GEC / Holophane Prismatic Glass Brass Swan Neck Wall Lamp, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant wall mounted light made in England by Holophane. c.1920 The prismatic
Brass
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass and Copper Former Gas Wall Lamp, c.1890
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Elegantly formed wall lamp with prismatic glass Holophane shade. c.1890 Former gas lamp made of
Brass
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass and Brass Former Gas Wall Lamp, c.1900
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
the original components, and features a rare Holophane 'Residence Reflector' prismatic glass shade
Brass
Antique Blacksmith Made Arts & Crafts Holophane Prismatic Glass Wall Lamp c.1890
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
complemented by a proportionate Holophane Stiletto prismatic glass shade. Rewired to connect to mains.
Wrought Iron
Four Large Holophane Prismatic Glass Bronze Caged Pendants Lights Sold in Pairs
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A very good run of four large three part prismatic glass Holophane lanterns, housed within their
Bronze
20th Century Run of Nine Three Part Holophane Prismatic Glass Lanterns Lights
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Rare run of nine matching Holophane three part prismatic pendants in original condition all glass
Copper
Early 20th Century Pair of Three Part Holophane Prismatic Glass Lanterns Lights
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Matching pair of Holophane three part prismatic pendants in original condition all glass in perfect
Copper
Early 20thC Med Holophane Prismatic Glass Three Part Pendants Lights 2 Available
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A pair of medium sized three part prismatic glass pendants by Holophane. The pendants have their
Copper
Six Extra Large Holophane Prismatic Glass and Copper Gilt Caged Pendants Lights
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A very good run of six extra large three part prismatic glass Holophane lanterns, housed within
Brass, Copper
Pair Extra Large Holophane Prismatic Glass and Copper Gilt Caged Pendants Lights
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A pair extra large three part prismatic glass Holophane lanterns, housed within their original
Brass, Copper
Early 20thC Huge Art Deco Holophane Prismatic Glass Flying Saucer Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
An extremely rare huge Art Deco flying saucer Holophane pendant light, with its two sections of
Aluminum, Brass
Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Brass Flush Mounted Wall Sconce Lamp, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
An incredibly attractive flush mounted luminaire made in England by Holophane. c.1920 Heavy duty
Brass
Early 20th C Extra Large Holophane Prismatic Glass and Bronze Chandelier Light
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large and impressive Holophane chandelier, consisting of a large three part central section and
Brass, Copper
Antique Sunco / Holophane Prismatic Glass Copper Swan Neck Wall Lamp, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
copper plate and cast decorative detail. Complemented by a equally as elegant violet tinted Holophane
Copper
Four Available Early 20th C Holophane Prismatic Glass and Brass Pendants Lights
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Four complete and original Holophane three part pendants with egg & dart decorative brass galleries
Brass
French Mid-Century Holophane Prismatic Glass Wall Lights '3'
Located in London, GB
A French set of up to three mid-century stamped holophane wall lights, France, c1950s. The
Iron
Pair of Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass and Brass Bracket Wall Lamps, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
once used in a church - brass wall brackets with mahogany backplates and 12" prismatic glass Holophane
Brass
Early 20th Century Holophane Prismatic Glass Flying Saucer Pendant Light
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A small two part Holophane flying saucer, prismatic glass with original Holophane bronze gallery
Bronze
Antique GEC / Holophane Prismatic Glass and Brass Wall Lamp Sconce, c.1920
By Holophane, General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
brass metalware of high quality complete with Holophane pinecone prismatic glass shade - stamped to
Brass
Early 20th C Huge Holophane Prismatic Glass & Brass Plafonnier Pendant Light
Located in Lowestoft, GB
An extra large Holophane plafonnier, the pendants is both rare in size and design. A seldom seen
Brass
Sold|$825 / set
Pair of Large Articulated Holophane Sconces
By Holophane
Located in Peekskill, NY
construction. The lenses are holophane prismatic and have a 10 inch diameter. They may have a small dent or
Aluminum
Salvaged Antique Holophane 'B2' Small Decorative Prismatic Glass Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
ANTIQUE HOLOPHANE PRISMATIC GLASS PENDANT LIGHT An attractive antique Holophane prismatic glass
Brass
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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