Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Single Light Pendant for Wiener Werkstätte, Re-Edition
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Hanging- lamp from the showrooms of the Wiener Werkstätte used by Hoffmann in several variations. Hammered originally. Works-number M115, pattern-book of the Wiener Werkstaette: WWMB...
Crystal, Brass
Counterweight Pendant Light by J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank, Brass Wicker, 1950s
By Josef Frank, Josef Hoffmann, J.T. Kalmar, Haus & Garten, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Kalmar manufactured in midcentury in 1950s. The light is based on a design by Josef Frank from the 1930s.
Brass
Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte Ceiling Light with Bulbs, Re Editi
By Woka Lamps, Koloman Moser
Located in Vienna, AT
Ceiling light with ten opaline glass bulbs, total drop custom made. Josef Hoffmann and Koloman Moser were using these designs! Glasses with colored spots with an additional charge o...
Brass
Pendant Light Chandelier, Brass Pleated Cream Fabric Shades, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Josef Hoffmann, Svenskt Tenn, J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic chandelier made of brass with cream colored pleated fabric shades attributed to J.T. Kalmar manufactured in Austria in 1950s. The brass parts are in very good original co...
Brass
Hugo Gorge Six Light Brass Chandelier, Viennese Modern Age, 1930s, Austria
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Hugo Gorge
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Very rare and elegant Viennese Modern Age bronzed brass chandelier designed by Professor Hugo Gorge and manufactured by Melzer & Neuhardt in Vienna, Austria. Prof. Hugo Gorge was one...
Bronze
Weiner Werkstätte Hanging Light
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in NYC, NY
A ceiling light made of hand-wrought iron covered in parchment which conceals the bulb with four corner details in the manner of Josef Hoffmann.
Wrought Iron
Art Deco Suspension Light, circa 1920, Nickel and Holophane Glass
By Josef Hoffmann, Adolf Loos
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare nickeled Art Deco suspension light with Holophane glass diffusers from the early 20th century. Very solid build quality and in lovely original condition with some light patina. ...
Nickel
Sold
H 63 in Dm 27.96 in
Large Counterweight Pendant Light Josef Frank Patinated Brass Fabric Shade 1930s
By Josef Hoffmann, J.T. Kalmar, Haus & Garten, Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large and fantastic height adjustable brass counter balance pendant lamp manufactured in 1930s. The light is based on a design by Josef Frank.
Brass
Vienna Secession Brass, Silk and Crystal Pendant Light
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Adolf Loos
Located in München, DE
Very rare Vienna Secession pendant lamp, probably a design by Josef Hoffmann or Adolf Loos, crafted from fine silk, brass and crystal glass.
Brass
Austrian Art Deco Brass and Glass Lantern, circa 1940s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Beautiful brass and glass one-light lantern attributet to Josef Hoffmann, Austria, circa 1940s. Socket: One x e14 (for standard screw bulbs).
Brass
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H 12.21 in Dm 31.5 in
8-Arm Chandelier Pendant Light Patinated Brass Bronze Cream Fabric Shades, 1950s
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
The current overall drop is 41 inch (105 cm) and can be shortened to any length for free of charge. The light fixture is most likely based on a design by Josef Hoffmann or Josef Fran...
Brass, Bronze
Sold
H 47.25 in Dm 27.56 in
Hugo Gorge Eight-Light Brass Chandelier, Viennese Modern Age, 1930s, Austria
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Hugo Gorge
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Very rare and elegant Viennese Modern Age brass chandelier designed by Professor Hugo Gorge and manufactured by Melzer & Neuhardt in Vienna, Austria. Prof. Hugo Gorge was one of the ...
Brass
Art Deco Chandelier by Woka Lamps Vienna, Re Edition
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A chandelier which can illluminate a ceiling rosette from the bulbs inside the metal-part which is a mirror and reflect the light from the bulbs inside the glass-bowl. A smaller vers...
Brass
Brass Pendant With Satin Glass, 1920s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Fine Austrian brass pendant from the 1920s. Clear glass diffuser with a satin finish on the outside. One original brass and ceramic E27 socket with new wiring. Height without chain i...
Brass
Mid-Century Rattan & Brass Pendant, Sweden 1950s 1960s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This mid-century pendant was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1950s to 1960s. The light features a sculptural woven rattan shade in a warm natural tone, forming a rounded...
Brass
Josef Frank Attribution, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
By Josef Frank
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white fabric coated fabric pendant light attributed to Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1960s. Minor staining on fabric; wear consistent with age and use. O...
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and cream-white fabric pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.0"H x 21.0"D Stem Length (inches): 4.0" Dimensi...
Brass
Josef Frank Silk Pendant Lamp for Svenskt Tenn, Brass & Silk, Sweden
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Portland, OR
An early example of model 2560 Josef Frank pendant for Svenskt Tenn. Sweden 1940s. Executed in solid nicely patinated brass and with newer silk shade, made in Austria. Original mount...
Brass
Petite Viennese Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Chandelier, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Contemporary production Petite Viennese chandelier, design from the early period of the early 20th century All components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge ...
Brass
$1,884 / item
H 5.91 in Dm 4.73 in
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Ceiling Lamp / Flush Pende, Re Edit
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Hanging- lamp from the showrooms of the Wiener Werkstaette used by Hoffmann in several variations. Hammered originally. Works-number M115, pattern-book of the Wiener Werkstaette: WWM...
Crystal, Brass
Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Brass, Resin, Sweden, 1950s
By Josef Frank
Located in High Point, NC
A beige resin and brass pendant light designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina to brass and some staining to resin. Wear consistent w...
Brass
Hans Bergström Brass And Wood Chandelier, circa 1950
By Hans Bergström, ASEA
Located in Vienna, AT
Delightful Swedish brass and wood chandelier, attributed to Hans Bergström for ASEA Belysning. Carved elm wood centerpiece with brass leaves decoration on top, and five ribbed brass ...
Brass
Amazing Large Pendant Lamp by Adolf Loos for Kalmar
By Kalmar Lighting, Wiener Werkstätte, Adolf Loos, Florian Schulz, Josef Hoffmann
Located in München, DE
Very rare and large pendant lamp by Adolf Loos from the 1950s. The high-quality materials, such as the new seagrass lampshade, make this lamp a unique design object. It creates a ver...
Brass
Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and floral-printed fabric pendant light, model 2560, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use. Replaced canop...
Brass
$2,480
H 28.35 in Dm 25.6 in
Five Arm Brass Chandelier With Pleated Shades, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
By Bergboms, Ateljé Lyktan, Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik, Hans Bergström
Located in Odense, DK
Elegant Swedish Modern chandelier crafted in brass with a teak base, featuring five gracefully curved arms and pleated textile lampshades. The combination of polished brass and the...
Metal, Brass
Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in High Point, NC
A floral-printed fabric and brass pendant light, model 2562, designed by Josef Frank and produced Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1950s. Some imperfections on shade. Wear consistent with a...
Brass
$5,171 / item
H 25.6 in Dm 16.54 in
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Pendant Jugendstil Silk Chandelier, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A Josef Hoffmann design for the Staekelborg, Knips and for the Berta Zuckerkandl Mansion. Comes as well in other sizes and colors. The other images shows the lamp in a showroom of th...
Brass
$2,991 / item
H 5.91 in Dm 4.34 in
Hanging Lamp from the showroom of the Wiener Werkstaette used by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Hammered Hanging- lamp from the showrooms of the Wiener Werkstaette used by Hoffmann in several variations. Works-number M115, pattern-book of the Wiener Werkstaette: WWMB 3 p. 256-2...
Brass
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.9"H x 6.5"W x 6.5"D Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.4” H x ...
Metal
$2,667 / item
H 33.47 in Dm 55.12 in
Italian Adjustable Three-Arm Triennale Style Chandelier, Brass Patinated
By Stilnovo, Arteluce
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The chandelier draws inspiration from the iconic 1950s light fixtures made by the mid-century modern Italian studios. Every detail of this lamp is meticulously crafted. The arms and...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$4,500 / set
H 33.08 in W 26.78 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Nightstands in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
By Karl Anderson, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of nightstands in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson cabinetmakers. Made in Sweden in the 1960s. Great condition.
Oak
$6,274 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 6.3 in
Secessionist Torch Sconce Handcrafted Artistic Work Woka Lamp Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Very artistic, handformed sandcasted parts, please look at other image made from below. Now manufactured at the WOKA workshop in Vienna. Most components according to the UL regula...
Brass
Italian Tole Lantern with Verdigris Finish, Single and Pair Available
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Italian painted tole lantern features a beautiful verdigris finish, seen in the unique patina and look. It dates back to the mid 20th century and features floriate decoration as...
Tin
Italian Verdigris Iron Armchair with Ottoman, 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
An Italian armchair and ottoman from the 1950s, crafted in wrought iron. The chair’s high back unfolds in a rectilinear grid, crowned with ball finials and anchored by splayed feet. ...
Iron
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Console Tables
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Console Tables, circa 1880–1900 Pair of Swedish console tables in classic Gustavian style. The tables feature black-painted tops with a profiled edg...
Pine
On Hold|$1,615 / set
H 8.67 in Dm 7.88 in
Pair of Beige "Dentate" Cocoon Table Lamps by Castiglioni, Italy 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful and unique pair of cocoon round table lamps with wooden bases. In fabulous condition, with no rips or stains. These incredibly charming table lamps were designed by Achille...
Metal, Steel
$2,725
H 7.09 in Dm 5.12 in
Brown and Silver "Argenta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge made in 1938 from Gustavsberg
By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare and early example from Wilhelm Kåge’s iconic Argenta series, produced at the Gustavsberg porcelain factory in 1938. Crafted in stoneware with an unusual mottled brown glaze — ...
Stoneware
Besnard Table Lamp, France 1940's
By Jean Besnard
Located in New York, NY
Crackled glaze ceramic lamp with a series of vertical brown decor. Base Only 13x7
Ceramic
$15,400
H 26.38 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno Rare Chandelier in Brass and Off-White Fabric
By Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lisa Johansson-Pape for Stockmann-Orno, chandelier, brass, fabric, lacquered steel and aluminum, Finland, 1950s Lisa Johansson-Pape’s suspended luminaire reflects her commitment to ...
Aluminum, Steel, Brass
$3,195
H 18.12 in W 43.31 in D 15.95 in
60s 70s Lamp Ceiling Lamp Florian Schulz "Duan" Brass Pendant Lamp Design
By Florian Schulz
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s lamp ceiling lamp Florian Schulz "Duan" Brass Pendant Lamp Design Object: ceiling lamp Manufacturer: Florian Schulz Condition: vintage Age: around 1960-1970 Di...
Metal, Brass
$13,060Sale Price|28% Off
H 33.86 in W 99.61 in D 18.12 in
Sideboard modular credenza Guido Faleschini for i4 Mariani (Hermès) 1970's
By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Gorgeous modular credenza, designed by Guido Faleschini for i4 Mariani on commission from Hermès boutiques in the 1970s. The cabinet consists of: - two storage units with doors cover...
Marble, Aluminum
Art Deco square side table in oak veneer, France ca. 1925
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1925 / side table / oak veneer, metal / Art Deco Beautiful oak veneer and metal side or occasional table from the 1920s in Art Deco style. This table has a rounded square t...
Metal
Pair of Mod. 2071 Sconces by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One pair of model 2071 sconces by Stilnovo. Manufactured in Italy, circa 1950s. Half and half black and white opal spheres make up these simply beautiful and unique sconces. Each sco...
Opal, Aluminum, Steel
$4,728 / item
H 13.5 in W 7.25 in D 4.75 in
'Block Double' Model #185 Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau
By Pierre Chareau, Maison Paname
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Block Double' Model #185 Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mesier...
Alabaster, 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.
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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