Kalmar Two Tier Crystal Chandelier, Vienna, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Bronx, NY
shade, this Kalmar Franken chandelier has great volume. Lid up by five candelabra sockets and one
Metal
Pink Ice Glass Chandelier by Kalmar Franken, 1960
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Rijssen, NL
A Kalmar Franken ice glass chandelier, crafted in Austria during the 1960s, is truly captivating
Metal
Kalmar Franken Clear and Amber Shaped Glass Chandelier
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in New York, NY
was designed by Kalmar Franken, Austria 1960s. The glass pieces were likely made by AV Mazzega in
Nickel
$2,268
H 43.31 in Dm 14.18 in
1960s Austrian Kalmar Franken AG Two-Tiered Iced Murano Glass Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in London, England
Kalmar Franken KG of Austria. Designed by J.T. Kalmar and produced during the 1960s/1970s, this piece
Metal, Aluminum
$2,163
H 44.89 in Dm 24.41 in
carlo nason kalmar franken mid century CHANDELIER pendant lamp ice glass
By Kalmar Lighting, Carlo Nason
Located in Mannheim, DE
A fantastic large pendant lamp manufactured by Kalmar Franken KG in the 1960s to early 1970s
Metal
$3,004
H 19.3 in Dm 19.3 in
Atomic Age Chandelier by Kalmar Franken KG, Model RS 14 HL, Austria 1970's
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Cork, IE
1970's by Kalmar Franken KG in Austria, this 14-armed chandelier is a retro-futuristic homage to the
Aluminum
$405
H 27.56 in Dm 8.67 in
1970s German J. T. Kalmar Kalmar Franken Frosted Glass & Chrome Pendant Light
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, England
. Kalmar for Kalmar Franken KG. The light has a textured, frosted, iced-glass circular shade, with a
Metal, Chrome
$1,910
H 7.88 in Dm 19.69 in
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
Brass
$564
H 11.03 in W 11.03 in D 25.99 in
Hanging lamp in Frosted Ice Glass by J. T. Kalmar for Kalmar Franken KG, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Delft, NL
Hanging lamp in frosted ice glass by J. T. Kalmar for Kalmar Franken KG, 1960s.
Metal
Petite Ice Glass Ceiling Lamp by Kalmar Franken KG, Germany 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Petite Ice Glass Ceiling Lamp by Kalmar Franken KG, Germany 1960s This petite ceiling lamp was
Brass
60s 70s Lamp Light Hanging Lamp Kalmar Franken KG Tulip Glass
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s lamp light hanging lamp Kalmar Franken KG Tulip glass 60s 70s Object: ceiling lamp
Metal, Chrome
$949
H 29.53 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Midcentury 1950s Pendant Lamp Kalmar Franken Ice Glass Textured Glass Brass
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Mannheim, DE
Very beautiful and elegant 1950s hanging lamp produced by Kalmar Franken. The shade is a long tube
Brass
$2,703
H 59.4 in W 17.7 in D 17.7 in
Granada Ice Glass Cascading Ceiling Lamp from Kalmar Franken KG, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This ceiling lamp features a large frame with five cascading heavy ice glass elements which measure 11.5 x 11.5 x 24 cm with E14 bulb sockets.
Chrome
$3,004
H 27.96 in Dm 19.3 in
Beautiful 1960s J.T. Kalmar Franken heavy Murano glass floral ceiling lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
unique. Manufactured by Kalmar Franken AG Vienna. Beautiful design. The ceiling lamp consists of four
Brass
Carlo Nason Murano pendent lamp XL for Kalmar Franken
By Carlo Nason
Located in The Hague, NL
Beautiful Kalmar Franken (Austria) Hanging lamp., designed by Carlo Nason. It’s made of beautiful
Chrome
Four-Tiered Kalmar Midcentury Ice Glass Chandelier, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Kalmar Franken ice glass chandelier made in Austria in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its rare
Metal
$5,990 / item
H 25.2 in Dm 25.2 in
1 of 4 Kalmar Sputnik Pendant Lights Chandeliers 'RS 27', Aluminum Glass, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
can be shortened easily. There are other matching J.T. Kalmar and Kalmar Franken KG chandeliers
Aluminum, Chrome, Nickel
$3,390 / item
H 19.69 in Dm 19.69 in
1 of 2 Kalmar Sputnik Chandeliers Pendant Lights 'RS 12', Aluminum Glass, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
patina on aluminum. There are other matching J.T. Kalmar and Kalmar Franken KG chandeliers, pendant
Aluminum, Chrome
$2,223
H 39.38 in Dm 9.85 in
Midcentury Ice Crystal Glass Pendant Light or Chandelier by Kalmar, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This is a beautiful ice glass chandelier from Kalmar Franken made in Austria in the 1960s. It is a
Brass
$750
H 9.85 in Dm 15.36 in
Franken Kalmar, Germany. Ice Glass Pendant in Orange and Clear Acrylic Glass.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Franken Kalmar, Germany. Ice glass pendant in orange and clear acrylic glass. Space Age design
Plexiglass
$1,173
H 11.81 in Dm 9.06 in
Mid-Century Metal and Glass Pendant Lamp attributed to Kalmar Franken, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Imposing mid-century pendant lamp with structured glass. Two rings made of thick, structured glass, which are arranged in 2 levels, serve as reflectors. The glasses lie on metal rac...
Metal
$2,223
H 24.81 in Dm 16.54 in
Elegant Ice Glass and Bronze Chendelier by J.T. Kamlar Franken KG, 1960s Austria
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The wall lamp come with 6 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is wired and in working condition. It runs both on 110/230 Volt. Delivery without bulb. Our lamps are checked, cl...
Metal
$1,390 / item
H 13.78 in W 14.57 in D 7.88 in
One of Ten Kalmar Sputnik Sconces Wall Lights 'RS 3 WA', Aluminum Glass, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
, nine, ten. There are other matching J.T. Kalmar and Kalmar Franken KG chandeliers, pendant lights and
Aluminum, Chrome
Tulipan Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar for Franken KG, Germany, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Berlin, DE
A chandelier with crystal globe on a pendulum bar made of brass. The Austrian designer J.T. Kalmar
Brass
Unavailable
H 13.5 in W 21 in D 21 in
Seven Glass Ball Sputnik Flush Mount Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Franken KG
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Frisco, TX
From the 1960s-1970s era. A rare seven glass Sputnik flush mount chandelier from Austria. The
Aluminum
Unavailable
H 17.72 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Smoked Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by Kalmar Franken, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Stuttgart, DE
bulb. This Kalmar smoked glass pendant lamp was also made as a table lamp and a wall lamp. Made with
Chrome
Unavailable
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Midcentury Smoked Glass Gingko Leaf Lamp by Kalmar for Franken KG
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Budapest, HU
Gingko leaf style lamp with a chromed frame. 3 hand blown smoked brown, green and clear crystal Murano glass leaves/petals. Adjustable height.
Art Glass
Unavailable
H 34.26 in Dm 17.33 in
Vintage Mazzega Murano Ceiling Light by Carlo Nason for Kalmar Franken, 1960s
By Mazzega, Kalmar Lighting, Carlo Nason
Located in PRESTON, AU
Striking pendant lamp by Carlo Nason with three curved glass pendants in clear and purple-rose coloured glass. The glass pieces hang on a chrome frame with chrome hardware. Made circ...
Steel, Chrome
Unavailable
H 14.97 in W 15.16 in D 15.16 in
Kalmar Palazzo Flush Light, Brutalist "Ice Effect" Glass and Gilt Brass
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in London, GB
can be used with a dimmer. This vintage chandelier by Kalmar Franken KG is a great balance between
Brass, Gold Plate
Sold
H 15.75 in Dm 19.69 in
Large 13-Flamed Ice Glass Chandelier or Pendant Lamp Palazzo by Kalmar Franken
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Munich, DE
chandelier or pendant lamp 'Palazzo'. Manufactured by Kalmar Franken, Austria, 1970s. Executed in 42 x thick
Crystal, Brass
Vintage Hanging Lamp Kalmar Franken KG, Model Citrus 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage Hanging Lamp Kalmar Franken KG, Model Citrus 1960s A beautiful hanging lamp original
Brass
Kalmar Franken Hanging Lamp with Glass Ice Sheets, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Oirlo, LI
A quality vintage hanging lamp made in the 1960s by Kalmar Franken. This Austrian family business
Metal
Design Hanging Lamp Design by Franken Kalmar 1960 Germany
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Oirlo, LI
Design hanging lamp design by Franken Kalmar 1960 Germany Beautiful heavy hanging lamp with
Glass, Murano Glass
1960s J. T. Kalmar Franken Tulipan Frosted Glass Ball Ceiling Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Beautiful large 1960s J. T. Kalmar Franken ceiling lamp model Tulipan. Made in Austria Vienna
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Sold
H 47.25 in Dm 18.51 in
Murano Glass Pendant Light by Carlo Nason for Kalmar Franken, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This is a beautiful ice glass chandelier from Kalmar Franken made in Austria in the 1960s. It is a
Chrome
Mid-Century Smoked Glass Lamp by J.T. Kalmar for Franken KG
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century smoked glass pendant light by JT Kalmar for Franken KG. This lamp was inspired by
Chrome
Wonderful 1960s J. T. Kalmar Franken Tulipan Ice Glass Ball Ceiling Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Wonderful large 1960s Kalmar Franken ceiling lamp, model Tulipan. Stunning high quality design
Metal
Gorgeous 1960s J. T. Kalmar Franken Tulipan Ice Glass Ball Ceiling Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Beautiful large 1960s Kalmar Franken ceiling lamp model Tulipan. Stunning beautiful high-quality
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 14.18 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Pendant Flower-shaped Lamp by Carlo Nason for Kalmar Franken, Austria 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting, Carlo Nason
Located in Hellouw, NL
This flower-shaped pendant lamp, designed by Carlo Nason for Kalmar Franken, is a beautiful example
Murano Glass
Sold
H 28.75 in Dm 18.12 in
Murano Glass Pendant Light by Carlo Nason for Kalmar Franken, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Carlo Nason
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This is a beautiful ice glass chandelier from Kalmar Franken made in Austria in the 1960s. It is a
Chrome
Kalmar "Pagoda" Midcentury Glass Chandelier, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This is a beautiful chandelier from Kalmar Franken made in Austria in the 1960s. It is a
Chrome
Pair of Kalmar "Tulipan" Flush Mount Lights, Glass and Brass, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
. Kalmar and Kalmar Franken chandeliers, pendant lights, sconces, table and floor lamps available. For
Brass, Metal
Pink Ice Glass Chandelier by Kalmar Franken, 1960
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Rijssen, NL
A Kalmar Franken ice glass chandelier, crafted in Austria during the 1960s, is truly captivating
Metal
Pair Kalmar Franken KG Ice Glass Crystal Chandeliers
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Troy, MI
Pair of circa 1960s German chandeliers by Kalmar Franken KG with silver tone metal frames and ice
Crystal, Metal
kalmar franken mid century ice glass PENDANT LIGHT 1960s 70s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Mannheim, DE
Mid century pendant light manufactured in the 1960s / 70s by Kalmar Franken (model 3379/1, series 1
Metal
60s 70s Lamp Light Hanging Lamp Kalmar Franken KG Tulip Glass
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s lamp light hanging lamp Kalmar Franken KG Tulip glass 60s 70s Object: ceiling lamp
Metal, Chrome
Murano Lamp Catena by Franken Kalmar Kg, Austria 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Fantastic Kalmar lamp from the 70s made of brass and 9 Murano glass in two tones, 3 white and 6
Brass
Kalmar Ice Glass Chandelier, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
J.T. Kalmar and Kalmar Franken KG chandeliers, pendant lights and sconces from the RS-series available
Chrome, Nickel
Sold
H 47.25 in Dm 18.9 in
1960s German J.T. Kalmar for Franken KG Smoked & Clear Murano Glass Pendant
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, England
J.T. Kalmar for Franken KG. Manufactured in Germany. The shade is formed with two pieces of heavy
Metal, Chrome
Two Large Kalmar Chandeliers 'Canaletto', Glass Brass, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
. Kalmar, Kalmar Franken KG, and Orrefors (chandeliers, pendant lights, sconces, table and floor lamps) in
Brass, Metal
Sold
H 23.63 in Dm 23.63 in
Three Kalmar Pendant Lights Chandeliers 'RS 14', Aluminum Atomic Molecule, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
aluminum. There are other matching J.T. Kalmar and Kalmar Franken KG chandeliers, pendant lights and
Chrome
Kalmar Glass Light Fixture, circa 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Franken KG chandeliers, pendant lights, flush mounts, sconces, table and floor lamps available. Please
Metal, Chrome, Nickel
Sold
H 11.42 in Dm 27.56 in
Large Kalmar 'Tulipan' Flush Mount Light Chandelier, Glass and Brass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
. Kalmar or Kalmar Franken KG (chandeliers, pendant lights, sconces, wall lights, table and floor lamps
Metal, Brass
Set of Glass Sconces by Kalmar, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
(late 1960s and early 1970s). Labeled with Kalmar Franken KG. Three frosted icy glass blocks are mounted
Metal
J.T. Kalmar Sconces 'Wolfsberg', Brass Glass, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
J.T. Kalmar or Kalmar Franken KG (chandeliers, pendant lights, sconces, wall lights, table and floor
Brass
Pair of Kalmar 'Blatt' Scones Wall Lights, Nickel Glass, 1972
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
. Kalmar and Kalmar Franken KG chandeliers, pendant lights and sconces in our 1stdibs storefront available
Nickel, Metal
Large Kalmar Flush Mount or Wall Light, Textured Glass Brass, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
(max. 240 W in total). There are other matching J.T. Kalmar and Kalmar Franken KG chandeliers, pendant
Brass
One of Two Kalmar Brass Floor Lamps 'Rabbit' no. 2084, 1953
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
lights from J.T. Kalmar or Kalmar Franken KG (chandeliers, pendant lights, sconces, wall lights, table
Brass
Kalmar Franken chandelier (Austria/Italy)
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Lage ice glass chandelier by the famous Kalmar factory in Austria, using Italian glass from Murano
Brass
Midcentury Smoked Glass Gingko Leaf Lamp by Kalmar for Franken KG
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Budapest, HU
Gingko leaf style lamp with a chromed frame. 4 hand blown smoked brown, green and clear crystal Murano glass leaves/petals. Strong steel cable.
Steel
Model 8 Glass Chandelier from Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Mazowieckie, PL
This chandelier from Kalmar Franken KG is in the model 8 and was produced in the 1960s. It requires
$3,364 / set
H 13 in W 11.03 in D 7.49 in
Two 1980s Mid-Century Modern Barovier Style Rostrato Murano Glass Wall Sconces
By Barovier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A pair of Mid-Century Modern rostrato transparent murano glass wall sconces hand-crafted in Italy in the style of famous manufacturer Barovier that invented this particular glass pro...
Brass
Art Deco Pair of 'Folies Bergeres' Wall Plaques
Located in Devon, England
This is a super rare opportunity to acquire a pair of these beautifully reduced versions of the facade bas-relief of the Folies-Bergères cabaret. One time designer, Pico who created ...
Plaster
$2,062 / item
H 15 in W 8.3 in D 6.3 in
Organic Modern Contemporary Shell Wall Light/Wall Sconce in White Plaster
By Hannah Woodhouse
Located in London, GB
Handmade Shell organic modern sculptural wall sconce/ wall light in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist Hannah Woodhouse in her London studio. Contemporary design inspired ...
Plaster
$1,502 / set
H 7 in W 3.1 in D 2.8 in
Mid-Century Hand Carved Alabaster Owl Sculptures with Glass Eyes Bookends 1950s
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful, meaningful, practical and decorative mid-century bookends. Given the fact that owls are the international symbol for wisdom and learning, these are the perfect sculptures...
Alabaster
Murano Smoked Glass Pendant Light Citrus by Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Murano glass chandelier by Kalmar, 1970s. Smoked swirl ice glass, clear twisted crystal glass panels with a light goldish amber-colored stripe in it. High quality and in very good c...
Murano Glass
$6,800 / item
H 48 in W 33 in D 2.75 in
Bespoke Octagonal Pink Murano Glass and Brass Mirror, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Bespoke octagonal pink Murano glass and bras mirror, in stock Vivid and intense pink glass block with naturally occurring air inclusions throughout, highly polished faceted pattern c...
Brass
Elegant and Rare Chandelier by Barovier & Toso, Murano, 1940s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Budapest, HU
Pink and ice handblown leaves in Murano glass, circa 1940. Piece of incredible beauty. From Private Collection Von Plant Baron.
Brass
$14,800 / set
H 31.7 in W 18.12 in D 17.52 in
Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chairs for Cassina, Tobacco Leather, 1978, Set of 8
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 412" dining chairs for Cassina, Tobacco brown leather, Italy, 1978, set of eight. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by t...
Leather
Pair of stools by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Pair of stools entirely upholstered with a fabric by Dédar. France, 2024. Dimensions: Diam 48 x H 38 cm
Fabric, Wood
CAB Chair by Mario Bellini for Cassina
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
The CAB chair was designed by Mario Bellini in 1977 for Cassina, Italy. Mario Bellini (1935) is an Italian designer and architect. The chair has a skeleton in tubular steel and the ...
Steel
$13,519
H 38.19 in W 41.34 in D 12.6 in
Art Deco Fireplace In Breccia Marble For Minimal Chic or Cosy Interior Design
Located in Beervelde, BE
Exceptional Post-War vintage art-deco fireplace surround in a exquisite Breche Quality marble with terrazzo look. Rich in color and pure minimalisme ready to install. Measurements: 1...
Breccia Marble
$13,300
H 29.93 in W 35.83 in D 12.8 in
Pierre Jeanneret Pj-R-27-B File Rack / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here we see the principle of the Japanese wabi-sabi, which refers to embracing imperfections and underlining impermanence. Rustic aspects, simplicity, modesty, and austerity offer a ...
Teak
$2,700 / set
H 5.91 in Dm 10.24 in
Peill & Putzler Pair of 1970s Smoked Glass Brass Biomorphic Wall Lights Sconces
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Pair of mid-century flush mount ceiling or wall lights / sconces by Peill & Putzler in the 1970s. This is an absolutely Classic piece of design, featuring a smoked coloured (colored)...
Metal, Brass
Jorge Zalszupin, Lounge Chairs, Leatherette, Fabric, Brazil, 1969
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of red leatherette and pink fabric "Cubo" lounge chairs designed by Jorge Zalszupin and produced by L'Atelier, Brazil, c. 1969. Several tears of various sizes in leather on ...
Fabric, Faux Leather
$3,700 / set
H 31.7 in W 18.12 in D 17.52 in
Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chairs for Cassina, Tobacco Leather, 1978, Set of 2
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 412" dining chairs for Cassina, tobacco brown leather, Italy, 1978, set of two. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the...
Leather
Goebel Porcelain Hand Painted Bird Figurine of a Pied Wagtail
By Goebel Company
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Goebel porcelain figurine of a Pied Wagtail bird. It depicts a very well done hand painted black, brown, gray blue and white, Wagtail bird. It has the Goebel hallmark plus ...
Porcelain
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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