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Kalmar Chandelier Palazzo

One Kalmar Chandeliers Palazzo Gilt Brass and Glass Austria, 1970s
One Kalmar Chandeliers Palazzo Gilt Brass and Glass Austria, 1970s

One Kalmar Chandeliers Palazzo Gilt Brass and Glass Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Antwerp, BE

One very exquisit 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brillant glass light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s and early 1970...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1 of 2 Huge Kalmar Chandelier 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
1 of 2 Huge Kalmar Chandelier 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970

1 of 2 Huge Kalmar Chandelier 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

A Stunning large Chandelier with 24-carat gold-plated brass frame and clear, brilliant glass made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979.

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of the 2 Huge Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
1 of the 2 Huge Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970

1 of the 2 Huge Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Rijssen, NL

1 of the 2 exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass 'Palazzo' light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1970 (late 1960s and early 19...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Palazzo Kalmar Gold, Crystal Chandelier, 1970s, Austria
Palazzo Kalmar Gold, Crystal Chandelier, 1970s, Austria

Palazzo Kalmar Gold, Crystal Chandelier, 1970s, Austria

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Bronx, NY

Palazzo Kalmar gold crystal glass chandelier from the 1970s, Austria. gold gilded frame holding 22 pieces of thick exceptionally high quality crystal glass, the inside of the glass i...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Exceptional Kalmar Palazzo Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Gold Crystal, 1970sAustria
Exceptional Kalmar Palazzo Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Gold Crystal, 1970sAustria

Exceptional Kalmar Palazzo Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Gold Crystal, 1970sAustria

By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Bronx, NY

Group of large Kalmar Palazzo gold crystal glass chandeliers, 1970, Austria.

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Kalmar Palazzo Chandelier Gilt with glass elements, 1970, Austria
Kalmar Palazzo Chandelier Gilt with glass elements, 1970, Austria

Kalmar Palazzo Chandelier Gilt with glass elements, 1970, Austria

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Bronx, NY

Kalmar Palazzo gold crystal glass chandelier, 1970, Austria.

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Chandelier Gold Brass Glass, 1970s
J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Chandelier Gold Brass Glass, 1970s

J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Chandelier Gold Brass Glass, 1970s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Wien, Au

J.T. Kalmar Palazzo chandelier gold brass glass, 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

"Soho house" Kalmar Palazzo chandelier Gilt with glass elements, 1970, Austria
"Soho house" Kalmar Palazzo chandelier Gilt with glass elements, 1970, Austria

"Soho house" Kalmar Palazzo chandelier Gilt with glass elements, 1970, Austria

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Bronx, NY

Group of large Kalmar Palazzo gold crystal glass chandelier, 1970, Austria.

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

1 of the 3 Kalmar Chandeliers or Pendant Lights 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass
1 of the 3 Kalmar Chandeliers or Pendant Lights 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass

1 of the 3 Kalmar Chandeliers or Pendant Lights 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass

By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Rijssen, NL

of high quality and handmade gilt brass light fixtures made by Kalmar in Austria. This model Palazzo was manufactured, circa 1970-1979.

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Huge J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Gilt Brass & Glass Chandelier Flush Mount, 1950s
Huge J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Gilt Brass & Glass Chandelier Flush Mount, 1950s

Huge J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Gilt Brass & Glass Chandelier Flush Mount, 1950s

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Vienna, AT

A very elegant and large four-tier 20-inch Mid-Century Modern chandelier from the 1970s, model “Palazzo,” manufactured by J.

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

1 of 3 Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
1 of 3 Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

1 of 3 Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

It’s made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. 4 tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refracting the light of very heavy qu...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979.

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979.

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Flush Mount Chandelier Gold Brass Glass Lamp, Austria, 1960
J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Flush Mount Chandelier Gold Brass Glass Lamp, Austria, 1960

J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Flush Mount Chandelier Gold Brass Glass Lamp, Austria, 1960

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Vienna, AT

J.T. Kalmar Palazzo flush mount chandelier gold brass glass lamp, Austria, 1960.

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold, Brass

Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar

Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar

By Doria Leuchten Germany, Palwa, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, J.T. Kalmar, Gaetano Sciolari

Located in München, DE

Wonderful ice glass chandelier from the 1960s. The beautifully formed Murano glass elements create an impressive, sparkling play of light. Exceptionally high-quality workmanship. ...

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar

Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, J.T. Kalmar, Palwa, Bakalowits & Söhne, Ernest Palme

Located in München, DE

Wonderful ice glass chandelier from the 1960s. The beautifully shaped Murano glass elements create an impressive sparkling play of light. Extraordinarily high-quality workmanship. Ve...

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Pair of Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, 1970s
Pair of Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, 1970s

Pair of Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, 1970s

By Fontana Arte, Orrefors, Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar, Venini

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A pair of very exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass pendant light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 196...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Set of Three Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights Palazzo, Gilt Brass Glass, 1970s
Set of Three Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights Palazzo, Gilt Brass Glass, 1970s

Set of Three Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights Palazzo, Gilt Brass Glass, 1970s

By Venini, Fontana Arte, J.T. Kalmar, Orrefors, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A set of three very exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass pendant light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (lat...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Glass and Brass Chandelier Palazzo by J. T. Kalmar, FRANKEN KG, 1970s, Austria
Glass and Brass Chandelier Palazzo by J. T. Kalmar, FRANKEN KG, 1970s, Austria

Glass and Brass Chandelier Palazzo by J. T. Kalmar, FRANKEN KG, 1970s, Austria

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Crystal glass and brass chandelier by J. T. Kalmar 'Palazzo', FRANKEN KG, 1970s, Austria Large polished brilliant crystal glasses are mounted on a gilded brass frame.

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
Large Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar

Large Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar

By Gaetano Sciolari, Doria Leuchten Germany, J.T. Kalmar, Palwa, Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in München, DE

Wonderful and large ice glass chandelier from the 1960s. The 42 beautifully shaped Murano glass elements create an impressive, sparkling play of light. Exceptionally high-quality w...

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

A stunning gilt brass light fixture comprises crystal Murano glass pieces on a gilded brass frame. It’s made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Wond...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

A Wonderful gilt brass light fixture comprises 15 crystal Murano glass pieces on a gilded brass frame. Its made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured circa 1970-1979. Tw...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

A wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Three tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully r...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Three tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully ref...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Four tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refra...

Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Three tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully ref...

Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Three tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully ref...

Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Four tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refra...

Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Three tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully ref...

Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Four tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refra...

Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Vintage Palazzo 7-Row Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar, 1970s
Vintage Palazzo 7-Row Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar, 1970s

Vintage Palazzo 7-Row Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar, 1970s

Located in New York, NY

This piece has an attribution mark such as a manufacturer’s label, a certificate of authenticity, or a production mark. This vintage piece is in near original condition. It may show ...

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Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1 of 2 Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
1 of 2 Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

1 of 2 Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

A wonderful gilt brass light fixture comprises crystal Murano glass pieces on a gilded brass frame. Its made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979.

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of 3 Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
1 of 3 Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

1 of 3 Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

A wonderful gilt brass light fixture comprises crystal Murano glass pieces on a gilded brass frame. Its made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. It n...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of 3 Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
1 of 3 Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

1 of 3 Stunning Brass Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

A wonderful gilt brass light fixture comprises crystal Murano glass pieces on a gilded brass frame. Its made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. It n...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of 2 J.T. Kalmar "Palazzo" Light Fixtures Gilt Brass and Glass, Austria
1 of 2 J.T. Kalmar "Palazzo" Light Fixtures Gilt Brass and Glass, Austria

1 of 2 J.T. Kalmar "Palazzo" Light Fixtures Gilt Brass and Glass, Austria

By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Rijssen, NL

One of the two the stunning high quality and handmade gilt brass light fixtures made by Kalmar in Austria. This model "Palazzo" was manufactured, circa 1970-1979.

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

High-End J.T. Kalmar 'Palazzo' Wall Light Fixture, Gilt Brass and Glass, 1970s
High-End J.T. Kalmar 'Palazzo' Wall Light Fixture, Gilt Brass and Glass, 1970s

High-End J.T. Kalmar 'Palazzo' Wall Light Fixture, Gilt Brass and Glass, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Rijssen, NL

A high-end and handmade gilt brass 24-karat gold-plated pendant light made by Kalmar in Austria. This model "Palazzo" was manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Large polished brilliant crys...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Crystal Glass & Gilt Brass Chandelier Austria, 1970s
Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Crystal Glass & Gilt Brass Chandelier Austria, 1970s

Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Crystal Glass & Gilt Brass Chandelier Austria, 1970s

By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Vintage Miid-Century Modern Austrian made 'Palazzo' ice crystal glass chandelier by Kalmar, circa 1970.

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Austrian "Palazzo" Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Gilt Brass and Glass, circa 1960s
Austrian "Palazzo" Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Gilt Brass and Glass, circa 1960s

Austrian "Palazzo" Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Gilt Brass and Glass, circa 1960s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen

Mid - Century glass and gilt brass "Palazzo" chandelier by J.T.Kalmar, Vienna, circa 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass

J. T. Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Glass Chandelier Flush Mount
J. T. Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Glass Chandelier Flush Mount

J. T. Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Glass Chandelier Flush Mount

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Vienna, AT

Breathtakingly beautiful chandelier by J. T. Kalmar Austria from the 1970s. Brass frame gold-plated with 42 heavy crystal glasses in four layers, fitted with 12 E14. The chandelier ...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Three tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully ref...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Crystal Glass & Gilt Brass Chandelier Austria, 1970s
Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Crystal Glass & Gilt Brass Chandelier Austria, 1970s

Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Crystal Glass & Gilt Brass Chandelier Austria, 1970s

By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Austrian made 'Palazzo' ice crystal glass chandelier by Kalmar, circa 1970.

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

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Signed J.T. Kalmar "Palazzo" Gilt Brass Textured Glass Chandelier, Austria 1970s
Signed J.T. Kalmar "Palazzo" Gilt Brass Textured Glass Chandelier, Austria 1970s

Signed J.T. Kalmar "Palazzo" Gilt Brass Textured Glass Chandelier, Austria 1970s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE

Fine modernist 24-carat gold-plated brass and textured crystal ice glass "Palazzo" chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Austria circa, 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Two Kalmar Chandeliers Palazzo Gilt Brass and Glass Austria, 1970s
Two Kalmar Chandeliers Palazzo Gilt Brass and Glass Austria, 1970s

Two Kalmar Chandeliers Palazzo Gilt Brass and Glass Austria, 1970s

By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Antwerp, BE

Two very exquisit 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brillant glass light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s and early 197...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large Kalmar Mid Century Modern Chandelier Palazzo
Large Kalmar Mid Century Modern Chandelier Palazzo

Large Kalmar Mid Century Modern Chandelier Palazzo

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Weesp, NL

Large Palazzo chandelier Kalmar mid century modern Large and exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass ‘Palazzo’ chandeliers by J.T.

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Kalmar Modernist Three Tiered Textured "Palazzo" Glass Chandelier
Kalmar Modernist Three Tiered Textured "Palazzo" Glass Chandelier

Kalmar Modernist Three Tiered Textured "Palazzo" Glass Chandelier

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vintage modernist glass chandelier. Three tiers of handmade textured glass mounted on a gilded brass frame. Designed by KALMAR, Austria. Lit by 8 bulbs. Dimensions: 50 W x 50 D x 55 ...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

It’s made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. 4 tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refracting the light of very heavy ...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

It’s made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. 4 tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refracting the light of very heavy ...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

T. Kalmar Palazzo Flush Mount Tiered Crystal Glass Chandelier
T. Kalmar Palazzo Flush Mount Tiered Crystal Glass Chandelier

T. Kalmar Palazzo Flush Mount Tiered Crystal Glass Chandelier

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Mid Century Modern J.T. Kalmar Palazzo Flush Mount Gold Brass Tiered Crystal Glass Lamp Chandelier Stunning Austrian 4 tier chandelier manufactured by J.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Palazzo Ice Glass Flush Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
Palazzo Ice Glass Flush Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar

Palazzo Ice Glass Flush Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in München, DE

Wonderful and large ice glass ceiling lamp from the 1960s. The 42 beautifully shaped Murano glass elements create an impressive, sparkling play of light. Exceptionally high-quality...

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Large Tulipan Chandelier, Pair of Wall lights, Pair of Palazzo, Kalmar, 1960s
Large Tulipan Chandelier, Pair of Wall lights, Pair of Palazzo, Kalmar, 1960s

Large Tulipan Chandelier, Pair of Wall lights, Pair of Palazzo, Kalmar, 1960s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Set of one chandelier , Two Tulipan Wall lights, and 2 Palazzo Wall lights: The listed price is for the set.

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

1 of 2 Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Chandelier Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

It’s made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. 4 tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refracting the light of very heavy ...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lamp by JT Kalmar for Palazzo
Lamp by JT Kalmar for Palazzo

Lamp by JT Kalmar for Palazzo

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H 33.47 in Dm 17.72 in

Lamp by JT Kalmar for Palazzo

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in MADRID, ES

Solid Murano glass and brass ceiling lamp designed by JT Kalmar for Palazzo. Austria, 1960s. Height: 85cm Diameter: 45cm Julius Theodor "J. T." Kalmar Kalmar (1884-1968) was an Au...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large 13-Flamed Ice Glass Chandelier or Pendant Lamp Palazzo by Kalmar Franken
Large 13-Flamed Ice Glass Chandelier or Pendant Lamp Palazzo by Kalmar Franken

Large 13-Flamed Ice Glass Chandelier or Pendant Lamp Palazzo by Kalmar Franken

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in München, BY

Amazing, highly decorative and elegant Mid-Century Modern 13-flamed four-tier crystal glass chandelier or pendant lamp 'Palazzo'. Manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria, 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture comprises 15 crystal Murano glass pieces on gilded brass frame. Its made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Two...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture comprises 16 crystal Murano glass pieces on gilded brass frame. Its made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Two...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Four tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refrac...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Three tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refra...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Three tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refra...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Four tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refra...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Four tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refra...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture comprises 16 crystal Murano glass pieces on gilded brass frame. Its made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Two...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Three tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully ref...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

Stunning Gilt Brass, Murano Glass Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Four tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refra...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of 4 Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
1 of 4 Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

1 of 4 Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Three tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refra...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of 3 Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
1 of 3 Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

1 of 3 Stunning Gilt Brass, Crystal Light Fixture Palazzo, Kalmar, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Wonderful gilt brass light fixture made by Kalmar (Serie: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Three tiers structure gathering many structured glasses, beautifully refr...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Austrian Modernist Crystal and Gilt Brass Chandelier Palazzo by J. T. Kalmar
Austrian Modernist Crystal and Gilt Brass Chandelier Palazzo by J. T. Kalmar

Austrian Modernist Crystal and Gilt Brass Chandelier Palazzo by J. T. Kalmar

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Vienna, AT

Elegant Austrian modernist gilt brass flush mount with excellent crystal ice glasses and twelve E14 bulb sockets from the Palazzo series, designed by J. T. Kalmar and manufactured in...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Brass

Huge Kalmar Chandelier 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970
Huge Kalmar Chandelier 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970

Huge Kalmar Chandelier 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

A Stunning large Chandelier with 24-carat gold-plated brass frame and clear brilliant glass made by Kalmar (Series: Palazzo), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970-1979.

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

One of Three Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Glass Gilt Brass, 1970
One of Three Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Glass Gilt Brass, 1970

One of Three Kalmar Chandeliers 'Palazzo', Glass Gilt Brass, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

Currently only one light is available. One of three very exquisit 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brillant glass light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar

Palazzo Ice Glass Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in München, DE

Wonderful and large ice glass chandelier from the 1960s. The 42 beautifully shaped Murano glass elements create an impressive, sparkling play of light. Exceptionally high-quality w...

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

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Kalmar Chandelier Palazzo For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the kalmar chandelier palazzo you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A kalmar chandelier palazzo — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect kalmar chandelier palazzo — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each kalmar chandelier palazzo bearing Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made kalmar chandelier palazzo over the years, but those crafted by Kalmar Lighting and J.T. Kalmar are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Kalmar Chandelier Palazzo?

A kalmar chandelier palazzo can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,414, while the lowest priced sells for $1,228 and the highest can go for as much as $23,275.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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.