Large Rare Pagoda Glass Chandelier by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful rare chandelier with onion shaped glasses. Many hand blown glasses suspended on metal
Metal
Large Rare Pagoda Glass Chandelier by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful rare chandelier with onion-shaped glasses. 25 hand-blown glasses suspended on a white
Metal
$3,750
H 9.85 in Dm 15.75 in
J.T. Kalmar Pagoda Flush Mount Chandelier Glass & Chrome, Austria, Vienna, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
. Manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria in the 1960s. Model: Pagoda. Measures: height 9.85” in. (25 cm
Chrome, Brass
$1,082 / item
H 9.85 in Dm 11.82 in
1 of 2 Petite Rare Pagoda Glass Flush mount by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
suspended on a gold-painted metal frame. Best of design from the 1960s by Kalmar, Austria. High quality of
Metal
$4,809
H 41.34 in Dm 13.78 in
"Pagoda" Chandelier by J.T.Kalmar, Nickel and Glass, Austria, circa 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A midcentury "Pagoda" glass chandelier by J.T.Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, circa 1970s. This rare
Metal, Brass, Nickel
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
Pagoda Shaped Element Chandelier by Kalmar, Pair Available
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
Rare pagoda shaped glass element chandelier by Kalmar on satin nickel stem. Matching sconces are
Glass
Kalmar Pagoda Form Pendant
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional glass pagoda form pendant chandelier suspended on a nickel frame by Kalmar. Currently
Nickel
Large Pagoda Shaped Glass Element Chandelier by Kalmar
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare pagoda shaped glass element chandelier by KALMAR
Glass
Rare J.T. Kalmar Pagoda Chandelier in Blown Glass and Brass, 1960
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Extremely rare chandelier designed by J.T. Kalmar Pagoda glass in five tiers. Illuminates
Brass
1960 Austria Kalmar 'Pagoda' Flush Mount Chandelier Murano Glass & Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant flush mount chandelier model Pagoda (Pagode) designed by Julius Theodor Kalmar, Vienna. J.T
Brass
Sold
H 14.97 in Dm 15.75 in
1 (of 2) 1960 Austria Kalmar Pagoda Flush Mount Chandelier Murano Glass & Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant flush mount chandelier model Pagoda (Pagode) designed by Julius Theodor Kalmar, Vienna. J.T
Brass
Pagoda Flush Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
real eye-catcher for every home. Design: J.T. Kalmar Condition: Very good vintage condition
Metal
Kalmar Flushmount Light "Pagoda", 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Fantastic and rare Kalmar "Pagoda" pattern glass flushmount chandelier. Manufactured in midcentury
Steel, Nickel
A Pair of Kalmar Pagoda Chandeliers, Austria, Circa 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of Kalmar Pagoda Chandeliers. Austria, Circa 1970s. A beautiful original Kalmar fixture with
Chrome, Steel
A Kalmar Pagoda Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful original Kalmar fixture with a 20" gold (brass plated) disc from which Kalmar Pagoda
Brass
A Large Kalmar Pagoda Chandelier, Austria Circa 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
A large size Disc chandelier featuring original Kalmar glass circa 1970s with a beautifully
Chrome, Steel
Kalmar, Double Pagoda Pendant Chandelier, circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A large double “Pagode” crystal and chromed steel chandelier by Kalmar. The lamp features Kalmar
Rare Kalmar Pagoda Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Stamford, CT
Fantastic and rare Kalmar "Pagoda" pattern glass chandelier. 100 individual pieces of glass hang in
Chrome
Kalmar "Pagoda" Glass Chandelier
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Kalmar glass chandelier with ten light sockets. The armature is chrome with original canopy.
Metal
Rare J. T. Kalmar Chrystal Glass Chandelier Model Pagoda-Vienna, 1960
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, Vienna
Chandelier, designed J. T. Kalmar, manufacture Kalmar Austria, 1960. Round chrome ceiling plate
Blown Glass
Rare J. T. Kalmar Chrystal Glass Chandelier Model Pagoda-Vienna, 1960
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, Vienna
Chandelier, Designed J. T. Kalmar, Manufacture Kalmar Austria, 1960. Round chrome ceiling plate
Blown Glass
Kalmar "Pagoda" Glass Chandelier
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Frisco, TX
Vintage Kalmar glass chandelier with ten light sockets. The armature is chrome with original canopy
Rare Kalmar Pagoda Flush Mount Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Stamford, CT
Fantastic and rare Kalmar "Pagoda" pattern glass chandelier. 24 individual pieces of glass hang in
Chrome
Solana Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish, French, and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. The walnut back plate (available in natural...
Enamel, Brass
$1,563 / set
H 9.85 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in
pair of wall lamps sconces barovier&toso 1950s - barovier & toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in taranto, IT
pair of murano glass wall sconces in white color machined, 1950s Barovier&Toso production, with brass construction elements, brass wall bracket. Made with the "dew" technique, that ...
Brass
LUdown Cylinder Flush Mount
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The LUdown cylinder flush mount fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires is part of our contemporary collection. Available In patinated unlacquerd brass or aged silver and steel with (1) E26 m...
Steel, Brass, Gold, Silver
$8,500 / set
H 26 in Dm 8.5 in
Custom Pair of French Plaster Lamps in the Manner of Alberto Giacometti
By Alberto Giacometti
Located in New York, NY
Custom pair of plaster lamps in the manner of Alberto Giacometti. The lamp shades are not included. One pair is currently available. Lead Time for custom made is 8-10 weeks. NOTE: W...
Plaster
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano hand blown studio glass chandelier, in stock All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details, rigadin technique Brass plated structure with 24 exposed brass reg...
Brass
Handcrafted Farmhouse Fluted Porcelain Pendant With Trumpet Shape
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. On their own they make a statement with their gentle flared bottoms and deep fluting. Hang in multiples for extra oomph. These cas...
Brass
Panoplie Iron Tripod Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iron tripod floor lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new linen shade. Sold individually and newly made by Panoplie. Please inquire for current lead time. Measure...
Iron
Great 18 Palmette Shallow Flush Ceiling Mount, Murano
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Here the larger version of the successful 12 leaves compact palmette ceiling fixture. This group of shallow ceiling mount Murano chandelier was first designed for a luxury yacht low...
Metal
$7,094 / item
H 21.66 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Pair Various Positions Nightstand in Walnut and Oak by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Inspired by his fascination with the aesthetic allure of interiors depicted in films and literature, Yaniv Chen endeavors to capture the essence of captivating spaces. Reflecting upo...
Oak, Walnut
Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables
Located in London, GB
Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England inspired by an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gi...
Iron
$567Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 20.48 in W 15.56 in D 1.78 in
Hand-Crafted Rattan Pencil Reed Wall Mirror, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Oxford, GB
This beautifully crafted wall mounted mirror is made of pencil reed rattan, providing a unique and elegant texture. Its durable design adds a touch of sophistication to any room whil...
Rattan, Glass
Murano Glass Smoked Single Panel Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Murano glass sconces, each crafted with a single curved panel of hand-blown smoked glass on a brass frame. We love the modern style and hand-crafted quality of these sconces....
Brass
$5,300 / set
H 17 in W 10.75 in D 6.5 in
Textured Murano Glass Wall Sconces, Smoke Color, Modern Design, Italy
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass sconces with a smoke color to the textured glass and black glass sphere finials. The “stampato” glass is textured with ridges and is curved in design, making a superb de...
Murano 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
$3,010Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31.5 in Dm 27.56 in
Rigadin Chandelier 5 Arms encased Ivory Murano Glass Edgar by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Edgar chandelier, 5 lights, Ivory encased rigadin Murano glass by Multiforme Edgar Murano glass chandelier is one of those chandeliers in our collections that stands out thanks to it...
Blown Glass
Mazzega Mid-century Modern Murano Glass Leaves Chandelier, 1970s
By AVMazzega
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Exceptional Mazzega chandelier with Murano glass leaves with golden brass structure, 4 lights. The design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of Italian design.
Brass
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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