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Modulo Horizontal Pendant by CTO Lighting
By CTO Lighting
Located in Geneve, CH
Modulo horizontal pendant by CTO lighting. Materials: Satin brass with smoked kiln cast glass and
Category

2010s British Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Modulo Horizontal Pendant by CTO Lighting
Modulo Horizontal Pendant by CTO Lighting
H 39.38 in W 74.02 in D 4.73 in
Ivy Horizontal 3 Lamp by CTO Lighting
By CTO Lighting
Located in Geneve, CH
Ivy horizontal 3 lamp by CTO Lighting Materials: bronze with satin brass details and opal glass
Category

2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Chain Horizontal Nickel Pendant Lamp
By Stillux
Located in Milan, IT
A one-off design distinguishes this striking pendant lamp. The metal frame, enriched with a satin
Category

2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VALE, Horizontal 1
By AND Light
Located in Paris, IDF
VALE, pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The Vale series optimises
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VALE, Horizontal 1
Contemporary Pendant Lamp VALE, Horizontal 1
H 11.82 in W 40.16 in D 9.06 in
Contemporary Pendant Lamp VALE, Horizontal 1
By AND Light
Located in Paris, IDF
VALE - Pendant Lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The Vale series optimises
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VALE, Horizontal 1
Contemporary Pendant Lamp VALE, Horizontal 1
H 11.82 in W 40.16 in D 9.06 in
Maillon LED Horizontal Pendant Light 6
Located in Westport, CT
Elegant grouping of 6 metal rings with integrated LED diffusing a clean natural light. Soft white 3000K. 75 watts – 110 lumens / watt, dimmable. Finishes: Rose gold, polished or ...
Category

2010s Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel

Quartz Horizontal 120 Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz Horizontal 120 pendant lamp by Aver Signed by Waldir Junior Dimensions: D 5 x W 124 x H 30
Category

2010s Brazilian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Quartz, Aluminum

Quartz Horizontal 120 Pendant Lamp by Aver
Quartz Horizontal 120 Pendant Lamp by Aver
H 11.82 in W 48.82 in D 1.97 in
Quartz Horizontal 120 Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Quartz horizontal 120 pendant lamp by Aver Signed by Waldir Junior Dimensions: D 5 x W 124 x H 8
Category

2010s Brazilian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Quartz, Aluminum

Quartz Horizontal 120 Pendant Lamp by Aver
Quartz Horizontal 120 Pendant Lamp by Aver
H 3.15 in W 48.82 in D 1.97 in
Small Quartz Horizontal Pendant Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Quartz horizontal pendant lamp by Aver Signed by Waldir Junior Dimensions: D 5 x W 94 x H 30
Category

2010s Brazilian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Quartz, Aluminum

Small Quartz Horizontal Pendant Lamp by Aver
Small Quartz Horizontal Pendant Lamp by Aver
H 11.82 in W 37.01 in D 1.97 in
Willow Horizontal Pendant Light by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Willow horizontal pendant light by Hollis & Morris 2019 Dimensions: 5ft -length 60” x diameter
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

Willow Horizontal Pendant Light by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Willow horizontal pendant light by Hollis & Morris 2019 Dimensions: 5ft -length 60” x diameter
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VALE, Horizontal 3-Flat
By AND Light
Located in Paris, IDF
VALE - Pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The Vale series optimises
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VALE, Horizontal 3-Top
By AND Light
Located in Paris, IDF
VALE, pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The Vale series optimises
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VALE, Horizontal 2-Flat
By AND Light
Located in Paris, IDF
VALE - Pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The Vale series optimises
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VALE, Horizontal 3-Top
By AND Light
Located in Paris, IDF
VALE - Pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The Vale series optimises
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VALE, Horizontal 2-Top
By AND Light
Located in Paris, IDF
VALE - Pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The Vale series optimises
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VALE, Horizontal 2-Top
By AND Light
Located in Paris, IDF
VALE - Pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The Vale series optimises
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Aluminum

Natura Horizontal 120 Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Natura Horizontal 120 Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: Ø 120 x H 500 cm. Materials
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Travertine, Aluminum

Natura Horizontal 190 Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Natura Horizontal 190 Pendant Lamp by WJ Luminaires Dimensions: Ø 190 x H 500 cm. Materials
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Travertine, Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Column' 300 - 6, Horizontal, Carbon
By AND Light, Lukas Peet
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary pendant lamp 'Column' 300 Designer: Lukas Peet Electrical : Voltage: 110–120V, 220
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Glass

Oak Small Horizontal Link Pendant by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Oak small horizontal link pendant by Hollis & Morris Dimensions: 4ft x 52" x diameter 9
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Walnut Small Horizontal Link Pendant by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Walnut small horizontal link pendant by Hollis & Morris Dimensions: 4ft x 52" x diameter 9
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Oak Medium Horizontal Link Pendant by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Oak medium horizontal link pendant by Hollis & Morris Dimensions: 5ft x 63" x diameter 9
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Walnut Large Horizontal Link Pendant by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Walnut large horizontal link pendant by Hollis & Morris Dimensions: 6ft x 75" x Diameter 9
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Walnut Medium Horizontal Link Pendant by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Walnut medium horizontal link pendant by Hollis & Morris Dimensions: 5ft x 63" x diameter 9
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Oak Large Horizontal Link Pendant by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Oak large horizontal link pendant by Hollis & Morris Dimensions: 6ft x 75" x diameter 9
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Small Horizontal Org Pendant Lamp by Sebastian Summa
Located in Geneve, CH
Small horizontal org pendant lamp by Sebastian Summa Dimensions: D 130 x W 7.7 x H 7.7 cm
Category

2010s German Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Medium Horizontal Org Pendant Lamp by Sebastian Summa
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium horizontal Org pendant lamp by Sebastian Summa Dimensions: D 160 x W 7.7 x H 7.7 cm
Category

2010s German Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Black Willow Horizontal Pendant Light by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Black willow horizontal pendant light by Hollis & Morris 2019 Dimensions: 5ft - length 60” x
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Oak

Walnut Large Willow Horizontal Pendant by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Walnut large willow horizontal pendant by Hollis & Morris. Dimensions: 5 ft x 60" x diameter 2.25
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Oak Large Willow Horizontal Pendant by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Oak large willow horizontal pendant by Hollis & Morris Dimensions: 5ft x 60" x diameter 2.25
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Oak Small Willow Horizontal Pendant by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Oak Small Willow Horizontal pendant by Hollis & Morris Dimensions: 3ft x 36" x diameter 2.25
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Oak Large Willow Horizontal Pendant by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Oak large willow horizontal pendant by Hollis & Morris Dimensions: 5ft x 60" x diameter 2.25
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Walnut Small Willow Horizontal Pendant by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Walnut small willow horizontal pendant by Hollis & Morris Dimensions: 3ft x 36" x diameter 2.25
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Tekiò Horizontal P1 Pendant Lamp by Anthony Dickens
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Tekiò Horizontal P1 pendant lamp by Anthony Dickens Dimensions: D 25 x W 67 x H 25 cm Materials
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Tekiò Horizontal P3 Pendant Lamp by Anthony Dickens
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Tekiò Horizontal P3 pendant lamp by Anthony Dickens Dimensions: D 25 x W 173 x H 25 cm Materials
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Tekiò Horizontal P4 Pendant Lamp by Anthony Dickens
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Tekiò horizontal P4 pendant lamp by Anthony Dickens. Dimensions: D 25 x W 226 x H 25 cm
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Tekiò Horizontal P2 Pendant Lamp by Anthony Dickens
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Tekiò horizontal P2 pendant lamp by Anthony Dickens Dimensions: D 25 x W 120 x H 25 cm Materials
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Phasmida 7 Arms Horizontal Pendant Light by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Geneve, CH
Phasmida 7 Arms Horizontal Pendant Light by Christopher Boots Dimensions: D 130 x W 263 x H 138.5
Category

2010s Australian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Contemporary Pendant 'EL Lamp' Horizontal CS1 by NOOM, Brass
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, IDF
LED 10W G9 110V 60 Hz. EL collection of lighting is inspired by the geometric works of the great
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Chandeliers and P...

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Pendant 'EL Lamp Horizontal CS2' by NOOM, Copper
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, IDF
LED 10W G9 110V 60 Hz. EL collection of lighting is inspired by the geometric works of the great
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Chandeliers and P...

Materials

Copper

Contemporary Pendant 'EL Lamp CS3' by NOOM, Horizontal, Stainless Steel
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, IDF
LED 10W G9 110V 60 Hz. EL collection of lighting is inspired by the geometric works of the great
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Chandeliers and P...

Materials

Stainless Steel

Wood Pendant, Brushed Brass Hardware, Horizontal, Size C, Celosía Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
while allowing gentle, filtered light to shine through. In designing this collection of lighting, we
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Stardust Horizontal Chandelier
By Stillux
Located in Milan, IT
spectacular Silhouette of this chandelier comprises a curvy metal frame that extends horizontally and englobes
Category

2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Stardust Horizontal Chandelier
H 23.63 in W 55.12 in D 35.44 in
Wood Pendant, Brushed Brass Hardware, Horizontal, Size B, Celosía Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
while allowing gentle, filtered light to shine through. In designing this collection of lighting, we
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Prickly Pear Velvet 6 Horizontal Pendant Lamp by Mickael Koska
Located in Geneve, CH
Prickly Pear Velvet 6 Horizontal Pendant Lamp by Mickael Koska Dimensions: D 25 cm x W 80 x H 300
Category

2010s French Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic, Opaline Glass, Cord

GLASS AND WOOD Horizontal pendant lamp by Richard Woods for Wonderglass
By WonderGlass, Richard Woods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
glass-making. MATERIALS Fused Glass, Metal COLOURS Green DIMENSIONS PENDANT HORIZONTAL W 900 x D 250
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Bespoke Italian Horizontal Emerald Green Black Murano Glass Brass Oval Pendant
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary orientalist style custom lantern pendant chandelier, of a modern Venetian geometric
Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Bespoke Italian Horizontal Emerald Green Black Murano Glass Brass Oval Pendant
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary orientalist style custom lantern pendant chandelier, of a modern Venetian geometric
Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

'Tekio Horizontal P4' Pendant Lamp in Japanese Washi Paper for Santa & Cole
By Santa & Cole
Located in Glendale, CA
'Tekio Horizontal P4' pendant lamp in Japanese Washi paper for Santa & Cole Founded in 1985 in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

LED Oval Rings Five Horizontal Chandelier Pendant Light in Gold Contemporary
Located in Westport, CT
Elegant grouping of 5 oval metal rings with integrated LED diffusing a clean natural light. Brushed gold finish. Dimmable LED 3000K.
Category

2010s Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel

Large, Modern "Catalonia" Chandelier in Enamel + Brass by Blueprint Lighting NYC
By Blueprint Lighting, Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in NYC by Blueprint Lighting, our 'Catalonia' Chandelier is a commanding statement
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel

'Tekio Horizontal P2' Pendant Lamp in Japanese Washi Paper for Santa & Cole
By Santa & Cole
Located in Glendale, CA
'Tekio Horizontal P2' pendant lamp in Japanese Washi paper for Santa & Cole Founded in 1985 in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

'Tekio Horizontal P3' Pendant Lamp in Japanese Washi Paper for Santa & Cole
By Santa & Cole
Located in Glendale, CA
'Tekio Horizontal P3' pendant lamp in Japanese Washi paper for Santa & Cole Founded in 1985 in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

'Tekio Horizontal P1' Pendant Lamp in Japanese Washi Paper for Santa & Cole
By Santa & Cole
Located in Glendale, CA
'Tekio Horizontal P1' pendant lamp in Japanese Washi paper for Santa & Cole Founded in 1985 in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

French Horizontal Moderne Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940's French horizontal gilt chandelier with 8 lights. Measurements: Length: 42
Category

Vintage 1940s European Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

French Midcentury Horizontal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A French circa 1950s horizontal chandelier with patinated bronze finish and opaline glass
Category

Vintage 1950s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Large Moderne Horizontal Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A large circa 1960s Italian moderne horizontal light fixture with polished bronze finish and ten
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Large Moderne Horizontal Fixture
Large Moderne Horizontal Fixture
H 57 in W 78 in D 29 in
French Moderne Horizontal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's French gilt bronze ten-arm horizontal chandelier with glass inset. Measurements
Category

Vintage 1960s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Moderne Horizontal Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A 1970s patinated bronze light fixture with original patina. The horizontal chandelier has smoke
Category

Vintage 1970s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Horizontal Lighting Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of horizontal lighting pendants is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique horizontal lighting pendants was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and glass. There are 66 antique and vintage horizontal lighting pendants for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 28 modern editions to choose from as well. Horizontal lighting pendants have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Horizontal lighting pendants made by Modern designers — as well as those associated with Arts and Crafts — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made horizontal lighting pendants over the years, but those made by AND Light, Barlas Baylar and Hudson Furniture are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Horizontal Lighting Pendants?

Prices for horizontal lighting pendants can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, horizontal lighting pendants begin at $1,603 and can go as high as $76,500, while the average can fetch as much as $6,800.

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.

Questions About Horizontal Lighting Pendants
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A swag pendant light is a fixture that hangs from the ceiling and provides an often inexpensive light source while taking up very little space. Swag pendant lights take up little space — the fixture is typically a bare or shaded socket that is suspended from the ceiling by way of a robust metal chain or cord. A swag pendant also offers a variety of installation options and can enhance the overall look of the room. Shop a range of antique and vintage swag pendant lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Mini pendant lights are scaled-down versions of pendant lights that dangle from an overhead support. Unique mini-pendant lights are a wonderful way to set the ambiance for an entire space because they dangle in mid-air. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique pendant lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Here are what the parts of a pendant light are called: The part that attaches to the ceiling is the mounting strap, and the canopy is the part that covers it. A chain usually connects the canopy to the rest of the light at a point called the hanging loop. At the end of the chain is the socket that holds the pendant light's bulb. On many pendants, a shade surrounds the bulb and diffuses light to soften the illumination produced by the fixtures. Shop a range of pendant lights on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The difference between pendant lights and chandeliers is not complicated. In terms of both style and function, chandeliers are not that different from pendant lights. The difference between a chandelier and pendant light is not how they look but rather the way in which they hang. Chandeliers are suspended with multiple branches that hold many bulbs while pendants typically dangle from one central cord or chain. Chandeliers tend to be more intricate and fancier, so if you're looking for something luxurious, then this might work best. With pendants, you’re likely to find a variety of examples in minimalistic modern styles; these would make great additions to any office space because of their versatility like being able to turn them on/off with ease. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pendant lights and chandeliers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, you can put a pendant light above a kitchen sink. However, if you don’t already have a light receptacle in place, you may need to hire a professional electrician to run wiring to the area. Also, ensure that there is at least 30 to 36 inches of clearance below the light, so you can stand at the sink. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pendant lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, glass pendant lights get dusty. However, all lighting fixtures will eventually gather dust. Regularly wiping your pendant lights can reduce the presence of dust. Shop a variety of glass pendant lights on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Where you hang a pendant light over a kitchen sink is largely a matter of personal preference. If you're installing a new light fixture, consider where you most need task lighting. You may find it better to hang the lamp off to one side to illuminate a food prep area. Generally, there should be 35 to 40 inches of space between the bottom of the pendant and the countertop to allow for adequate clearance. On 1stDibs, find a collection of pendant lights.

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