Bamboo Pendant Light by Shosaku Kondo for Yamagiwa, Japan
By Yamagiwa
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Designed byJapanese craftsman Shosaku Kondo for Yamagiwa, the “Take no Akari” pendant light
Mid-20th Century Japanese Chandeliers and Pendants
Bamboo
Bamboo Pendant Light by Shosaku Kondo for Yamagiwa, Japan
By Yamagiwa
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Designed byJapanese craftsman Shosaku Kondo for Yamagiwa, the “Take no Akari” pendant light
Bamboo
$1,016 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 16.54 in
1960s Japanese Industrial Brass, Copper and Glass Dome Pendant Light
By FROM Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Brass and copper pendant with convex glass, a great design and becoming more difficult to find
Brass, Copper
$798 / item
H 19.69 in Dm 16.93 in
Large Japanese Style Hand-folded White Paper Pendant Light "Amaea", Sonobe Light
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This Japanese style white paper pendant Lighting "Amaea" is hand-folded from almost 70 sheets of
Stainless Steel
$1,035Sale Price / item|34% Off
H 23.63 in Dm 17.33 in
1970s Japanese XL Stainless Steel, Cast Brass & Glass Search Light Pendant
By Industrial Production
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
into ceiling pendant light fixtures. Originally manufactured in Japan c1970 professionally restored
Brass, Stainless Steel
$1,800
H 12 in Dm 12 in
Mid Century Modern Round White Porcelain Pendant Light by Rubens Lighting, Japan
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
This is a spherical, "reticulated" (pierced) ceramic globe light fixture. It features an intricate
Porcelain
$690 / item
H 19.69 in Dm 14.57 in
1970s Japanese Large Stainless Steel, Cast Brass and Bronze Search Light Pendant
By Kokosha
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Original stainless steel, cast brass and bronze search light pendant conversion This very
Brass, Bronze, Stainless Steel
$717 / item
H 19.69 in Dm 14.57 in
1970s Japanese Large Stainless Steel, Cast Brass and Glass Search Light Pendant
By Industrial Production
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Original stainless steel, cast brass and bronze search light pendant conversion. This very
Brass, Stainless Steel
$2,555 / item
H 15 in Dm 32 in
Indoor/Outdoor Hanging Pendant Light Made from Vintage 1950s Japanese Parasol
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
extra-large, water-resistant oil-paper pendants constructed from deadstock 1950s Japanese parasols
Brass
$444 / item
H 8.67 in W 11.03 in D 11.82 in
1950s Japanese Industrial Cast Brass Pendant Light Conical Shade & Acrylic Dome
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
have been expertly modified to pendant lights. The main body of the light is made from cast brass
Brass
$1,185 / item
H 11.82 in W 29.53 in D 11.82 in
Japanese Aluminum Flameproof Strip Light, Brass Fittings and Chrome Cage
By Kokosha
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Vintage Industrial flameproof ceiling tube light as seen in the movie Star Wars 'The Force awakens
Aluminum
$14,000 / set
H 23.5 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in
Isamu Noguchi air of Akari Pendant Light sculptures model V2
By Akari, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Chicago, IL
Isamu Noguchi air of Akari Pendant Light sculptures model V2 Ozeki & Co., Ltd. Japan designed c
Metal
$595Sale Price|30% Off
H 24 in W 15 in D 13 in
Morihiro Sangyo Blanc de Chine Chinoiserie Pendant Swag Light Lantern Chandelier
Located in Dayton, OH
Circa 1950's Morihiro Sangyo pendant / swag light featuring a trio of pierced blanc de chine
Brass
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 45D Ceiling lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
Akari, a Japanese word meaning ‘light,’ with associations to both illumination and weightlessness. As
Bamboo, Paper
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture Model 33N
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture. Model 33N. Early model, marked with iconic red sun and moon
Bamboo, Paper
Grey Industrial Cast Aluminum Light from Yamada Co. Ltd
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Induatrial cage pendant light made by Yamada Co.Ltd. in Japan during the 1960s. It features a cast
Aluminum
Monumental Akari Model 70F Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Akari
Located in Glendale, CA
Monumental Akari model 70F light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi
Metal
$60,000
H 47 in Dm 44 in
Rare Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 120A, Largest Globe Size
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very rare and early Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture, model 120A. Hand-made form by Ozeki & Co
Metal
Early Rare Isamu Noguchi 30A Akari Light Sculpture, Ozeki 1951
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the Akari Light Sculpture Model 30A by Isamu Noguchi, a rare gem from 1951 meticulously
Metal
Japanese Style Kyoto Pendant Light
By ADG Lighting
Located in Agoura Hills, CA
#2090 Japanese Style Kyoto pendant light. Each pendant $1400.
Japanese Hanging Outdoor Pendant Light
By ADG Lighting
Located in Agoura Hills, CA
Japanese chinoiserie hanging outdoor pendant with mica shade. Perfect for outdoor patio. Can be
Unavailable
H 36 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in
Large Pierced Karakusa Brass Japanese Asian Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Dallas, TX
A large and high quality brass ceiling or pendant light with karakusa scrolling arabesque patterns
Brass
Antique 'Japanned' Finish Light Fixture 'Four-Light'
Located in Vancouver, BC
Hard to find original 'Japanned' finish fixture, the original term for this finish was called
Copper
Japanese inspired mid-century white Walnut and Brass Ceiling Light
Located in Ventura, CA
and paper shade brings a soft glow to any space. These pendants are equally beautiful off during the
Brass
Akari Light Sculpture 30A Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Venezia, VENETO
This iconical Isamu Noguchi Akari Lamp Sculpture 30A is a small pendant lamp executed in handmade
Metal
Antique Japanese Fishing Float Pendant Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
Japanese fishing float made into pendant light. Bright blue glass,single socket.
Glass, Rope
Pierced Filigree Brass Japanese Asian Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Brass diamond shape (12 sided) Asian ceiling or pendant light with scrolling arabesque patterns
Brass
Large Pierced Filigree Brass Japanese Asian Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A large and high quality filigree brass ceiling or pendant light with scrolling arabesque patterns
Brass
Large Pierced Filigree Brass Japanese Asian Pendant Chandelier Light
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Huge brass pierced Asian chandelier or pendant light with scrolling arabesque pattern motif
Brass
Large Pierced Filigree Brass Japanese Asian Pendant Chandelier Light
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Brass pierced Asian chandelier or pendant light with scrolling arabesque pattern motif. Handcrafted
Brass
Sold
H 13.39 in Dm 7.88 in
Japanese Antique Hanging Lantern Type Glass Pendant Light / Ceiling Lighting
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We have an aesthetic sense peculiar to Japanese people. And we introduce the unique items that
Copper
Late Century Japanese Cast Aluminium and Glass Ice Breaker Pendant Light
By Koito
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
If you are looking for an industrial fitting that is truly unique look no further! This light
Sold
H 13.39 in Dm 11.03 in
1970s Japanese Compact Stainless Steel, Cast Brass & Glass Search Light Pendant
By Industrial Production
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Original stainless steel and cast brass search light pendant conversion. These compact fittings
Brass, Stainless Steel
Hikari Woven Pendant Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Quietly sophisticated, Japanese woven pendant light. In very good condition and works perfectly
Bamboo
Large Pierced Brass Asian Pendant Light
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A large high quality heavy pierced brass pendant light with Asian scrollwork pattern. Newly wired
Brass
Industrial Japanese Hanging Tube Light from Kokosha Osaka, 1980s
By Kokosha
Located in Kojetice, CZ
and produced by Kokosha ,Osaka in Japan during the 1980s- 1990s. Originally made for tankers, cargo
Aluminum, Chrome, Iron
Trio Pierced Brass Asian Ceiling Light Pendant Chandelier
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Asian pierced brass 3-pendant light chandelier with scrolling arabesque pattern motif. Handcrafted
Brass
Amazing 3-Light Japanned Finish Gas Era Chandelier
Located in Peekskill, NY
for it and is a real gem. The japanned finish, white porcelain sockets with tiny milk glass ruffled
Brass
Trio Large Pierced Brass Asian Ceiling Light Pendants
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Trio of high quality Asian pierced brass pendants newly wired with new triple cluster light sockets
Brass
Single Large Brass Asian Style Pierced Pendant Light
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Single pierced solid brass ceiling pendant with incised Asian motif. Rewired with solid brass
Brass
Sold
H 13.78 in W 11.82 in D 29.53 in
1970s, Japanese Aluminium Flameproof Strip Light, Brass Fittings & Chrome Cage
By Kokosha
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
item made in Osaka Japan and salvaged from supertankers and military vessels. Stripped and
Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Single Large Fishing Float Pendant Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique japanese fishing float made into pendant light. Original rope and barnacles. UL listing
Brass
Isamu Noguchi Akari 16A Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in New York, NY
Original Akari 16A light sculpture, designed by Isamu Noguchi. The iconic lamp features a creased
Metal
Hanging Chrome "Saturno" Light by Kazuo Motozawa
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A chrome slatted handing light. This 1960s Saturno pendant light was designed by Kazuo Motozawa in
Chrome, Metal
Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Akari 75D lamp designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan. Bambu
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Akari 33N lamp designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan. Bambu
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Akari 75D lamp designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan. Bambu
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Akari 33N lamp designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan. Bambu
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari 70N Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Akari 70N lamp designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan. Bambu
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari 70N Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Akari 70N lamp designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan. Bambu
Bamboo, Paper
Model 31N Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Akari, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 31N light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. Designed and manufactured in Japan, circa 1960s
Metal
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture, Model K.
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture. Model K. Early model, marked with iconic red sun and moon
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari 39 Extra Large Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Akari 39 extra large lamp designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan
Bamboo, Paper
Akari Model 33n Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Isamu Noguchi lighting, vintage 33n of the Akari series. What was left of the dead stock. A tag from the time is also included. This is one of Akari's early vintage pieces in good...
Metal
Collection of Five Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi for Akari
By Akari, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, Japan, the paper lanterns are a blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form. The lamps are created
Metal
Vintage Akari Light Sculpture Model L3 by Isamu Noguchi
By Akari, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Chalk Hill, PA
Akari Light Sculpture model L3 designed by Isamu Noguchi. This is a vintage, used model from an
Metal
Sold
H 63 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Isamu Noguchi Akari Ceiling Lamp 36N: A Masterpiece of Light and Design
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Isamu Noguchi and expertly manufactured by Ozeki & Company Ltd. in Japan, this pendant lamp transcends
Bamboo
Early and Rare Model 19A Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi for Akari
By Akari, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early and Rare Model 19A Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi for Akari. Manufactured in Japan, 1951
Steel
Sold
H 63 in W 23 in D 23 in
Unique Isamu Noguchi #32N Akari Light Sculpture, ink signed: Noguchi 5/5 '68
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Chicago, IL
A very rare Isamu Noguchi #32N Akari Light Sculpture in it's original box. Very rare as it has
Wire
Sold
H 15 in Dm 11 in L 15 in
Japanese Antique Pair Fine Bronze Pendant Lantern Light Fixtures Immediate Use
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare find Japan, a handsome high quality pair of tall bronze and copper lantern form Light
Copper, Bronze
Pierced Filigree Brass Japanese Asian Pendant Chandelier Light
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Brass pierced Asian chandelier or pendant light with scrolling arabesque pattern motif. Handcrafted
Brass
Large Pierced Filigree Brass Japanese Asian Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Large high quality filigree brass ceiling or pendant light with scrolling arabesque patterns
Brass
Green Glass Antique Japanese Fishing Floats 3-Light Pendant
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pendant light made from three, large, green glass, float spheres from Japan, with the original
Steel
Japanese Antique Two Pairs '4' Fine Bronze Pendant Lantern Light Fixtures
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare find Japan, four high quality pair of tall bronze and copper lantern form Light fixtures
Copper, Bronze
Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light 1950, Japan
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in London, GB
Discover the timeless allure of the Isamu Noguchi Akari Lamp, model 75D, a pendant lamp/light
Paper
Industrial Japanese Hanging Tube Light from Kokosha Osaka, 1980s
By Kokosha
Located in Kojetice, CZ
and produced by Kokosha ,Osaka in Japan during the 1980s- 1990s. Originally made for tankers, cargo
Aluminum, Chrome, Iron
Sold
H 11.03 in W 20.48 in D 18.9 in
Isamu Noguchi Model 16A Akari Light Sculpture hand crafted by Ozeki, Japan
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic Akari light sculpture known as Model 16A designed by Isamu Noguchi and handcrafted from
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Hanging Light
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hanging light, Model #UF4-L10 This rare original lamp from the 1970s is sold with the original box
Steel
Isamu Noguchi Akari 16A Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Akari 16A pendant designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan. Bambu
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari YP1 Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Beautiful Akari YP1 pendant designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Large Akari 75D lamp designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan. Bambu
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari 70EN Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Akari 70EN lamp designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan. Bambu
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari 16A Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Akari 75D lamp designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan. Bambu
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari 70EN Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Akari 70EN lamp designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan. Bambu
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Akari 75D lamp designed by Isamu Noguchi, 1951. Manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Japan. Bambu
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi 'Endless Column' Hanging Akari Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Isamu Noguchi 'Endless Column' hanging Akari light sculpture. Suspension model D. A tribute to
Metal
$1,320 / item
H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 11.82 in
1970s Korean Industrial Cast Aluminum Edison LED Flameproof Strip Light Duck Egg
By Daeyang
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Reclaimed vintage Industrial Korean flameproof striplight made by Daeyang in the 1970's painted in duck egg. Original item salvaged from supertankers and military vessels then pr...
Aluminum, Brass
$2,730 / item
H 12.63 in W 7 in D 5.5 in
Series03 Wall Sconce, "Smoke" Patinated Sculpted Brass, Goatskin Parchment Shade
By Adam Otlewski
Located in Ozone Park, NY
Sculpted solid brass in a "smoke" acid patinated finish, machined and mechanically fastened. Goatskin parchment shade with accordion-folded face and hand stitched edges. Hand-dyed br...
Brass
$12,200 / item
H 43.31 in W 17.72 in D 35.44 in
Contemporary Mexican Design Handcrafted Wood Cabinet Carmen, Mirror
By Comité de Proyectos
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Carmen is a bartender, a storage cabinet with a functional design. Inside, it has a pair of drawers for storing objects, space for bottles, compartments for glasses and a cup holder...
Steel
$795Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Venetian mirror made in the strictest Murano tradition. Assembled with crystal/gold and red elements handmade in the Murano furnaces. Wooden frame with a natural finish.
Glass
$1,998 / item
H 11.03 in W 47.25 in D 11.03 in
Late Century German Explosion Proof Copper & Brass 3 Lamp Bar Pendant Lighting
By Wiska
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
A copper and brass 3 lamp bar comprising of 3 cast brass explosion proof pendants made in the 1970's by Wiska of Germany who are a manufacturer of marine grade fixtures and fittings....
Brass, Copper
$2,133 / item
H 13.78 in W 11.82 in D 27.56 in
1970s Korean Industrial Brass Edison LED Flameproof Tube Light - Ceiling Lamp
By Daeyang
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Vintage industrial copper flameproof Edison LED tube ceiling strip light with shades made by Daeyang in the 1970's, and reclaimed from supertankers and large sea going vessels. Thes...
Brass
$1,456 / item
H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 11.82 in
1970s Industrial Aluminium and Brass Flame Proof Strip Light, Copper Verdigris
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Vintage industrial Edison flameproof striplight with verdigris finish manufactured by Daeyang c1970. Reclaimed and professionally restored by hand in UK by Loomlight to modern lighti...
Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Iron
LUzpot
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
LUzpot is an elegant directional ceiling fixture inspired by classical mid century Italian design. This fixture has a thin stem and rotates and partially angles. Made in solid aged b...
Brass
$1,388 / item
H 6.7 in W 37.41 in D 9.06 in
1970s German Industrial Cast Aluminum Glass Edison Flameproof Striplight
By Leuchtenbau Wittenberg
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
A vintage Industrial flameproof ceiling striplight / tube light made by Wittenburg of Germany. Originally designed for hazardous areas in factories and on cargo ships. Reclaimed,...
Aluminum, Brass
$5,079Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...
Burl, Poplar
$6,203 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio 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...
Hardwood
$17,505 / item
H 13 in W 36 in D 52 in
Circular Coffee/Side Table Organic Black Modern Contemporary Blackened Steel
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
TABLE NO. 15 - COFFEE TABLE J.M. Szymanski d. 2019 This Noguchi-inspired coffee table is handcrafted in 3/8” thick steel, with a natural black patina and wax finish, to create an u...
Steel, Iron
Cone and Stepped Plate Prismatic Pendent
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
This uniquely shaped 12 inch cone prismatic with a stepped plate lens has a very dramatic look. The lamp is made up of 2 pieces of glass held together with clips. It has a great prof...
Glass
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
$331 / item
H 11.82 in Dm 7.88 in
1970s Italian Cast Aluminium, Brass and Glass Explosion Proof Ceiling Light
By Cortem
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Italian explosion proof ceiling light Made by Cortem a manufacturer of explosion proof electrical equipment these lights were specifically designed to light up hazardous areas with...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
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.
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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.
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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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