Extra Large Holophane Reclaimed Church Pendant Lights
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
Extra Large Reclaimed Church Pendant Lights An attractive and large pendant light made by Holophane circa 1960.
Chrome
Large Holophane Ripplelite Pendant Lights In Aged Brass Frames (Run Of Six)
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
LARGE HOLOPHANE RIPPLELITE PENDANT LIGHTS IN AGED BRASS FRAMES (RUN OF SIX) A superb run of six original Holophane Ripplelite pendant lights, presented in beautifully aged brass fra...
Brass
1960's Large Holophane Industrial Globe Pendant Lamps
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Large Holophane Industrial Globe Pendant Lamps.
Aluminum
1970's Large Holophane Industrial Pendant Lamps With Grill Top
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Large Holophane Industrial Pendant Lamps With Grill Top.
Glass
Glass and Brass Holophane Antique Pendant Light
Located in London, GB
A large holophane style pendant light of unusual form - almost a 'sailors hat'.
Brass
$525 / item
Large Deep Dome Holophane Pendant
By Holophane
Located in Peekskill, NY
These are heavy Holophane pendants. The glass is a half inch thick and it has a 15.25 inch diameter. The mounting plate is as clean and simple as it gets so all you see is this beaut...
Glass
Large Modernist Holophane Ceiling Fixture
By Holophane
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Holophane ceiling shade/reflector, circa 1950s, in clear and frosted ribbed glass. Four shades are available.
Glass
Large Aircraft Hanger Lights by Holophane, circa 1940s
By Holophane
Located in Gloucester, GB
Large aircraft hanger lights by Holophane, circa 1940s - Price is per light - Heavy prismatic glass diffusers - Comes with 100cm of gold twist cable - Comes with 100cm of steel...
Cut Glass
Large Matching Pair of Dome Over Square Holophane Pendents
By Holophane
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a hard to find Holophane lamp. On the narrow dimension it measures 13 inches across. The profile is a pyramid with a domed top. The thick glass has deep prismatic patterns. T...
Glass
Large Reclaimed Prismatic Glass Bulkhead Wall Light Fittings By Holophane
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
HOLOPHANE “WIDERLITE” PRISMATIC BULKHEAD LIGHT Former MOD Facility, Scotland 1933 Catalogue Model Large Format An original Holophane “Widerlite” prismatic bulkhead of substantial ...
Aluminum
Large Antique Vintage Brass Holophane Ceiling Chandelier Pendant Light Lamp
By Holophane
Located in Sale, GB
- An extremely rare Holophane 'Blondel Stiletto' chandelier, England circa 1910. - The chandelier comprises of two sections of glass (both stamped 'Patent No. 20222 1909 Holophane 6...
Brass
XL Large Antique Vintage French Caged Holophane Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
By Holophane
Located in Sale, GB
- An outstanding and extremely rare large caged Holophane pendant with original chain and ceiling rose, France circa 1920. - Heavy brass cage housing two sections of prismatic glass,...
Glass
Large Marine Flush Mount, Ceiling Light in Aluminum & Glass by Holophane France
By Holophane
Located in Miami, FL
Large Marine flush mount or ceiling light made by Holophane, MOD # 3534, from a Saint Tropez Shipyard.
Steel, Aluminum
Antique Vintage French XL Caged Brass Holophane Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
By Holophane
Located in Sale, GB
- An outstanding and extremely rare large caged Holophane pendant with original chain and ceiling rose, France circa 1920. - Heavy brass cage housing two sections of prismatic glass,...
Brass
Rare XL Holophane Pendant Light – Original Paris Streetlamp, France, 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Rare XL Holophane Pendant Light – Original Paris Streetlamp, France, 1960 This exceptional extra-large Holophane pendant light is a rare and iconic example of mid-century industrial...
Metal
XL Holophane Pendant Light – Original Paris Streetlamp, France, 1960 Set/24x
Located in Almelo, NL
Rare XL Holophane Pendant Light – Original Paris Streetlamp, France, 1960 This exceptional extra-large Holophane pendant light is a rare and iconic example of mid-century industrial...
Metal
$2,250 / item
Large Industrial Holophane Fixture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Industrial Holophane fixture with aluminum casing; six available.
Aluminum
Large French Modernist Art Deco Pendant Chandelier 1920
By Holophane
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Modernist Art Deco Pendant Chandelier by Holophane (Les Andelys), France, 1930s. A striking example of French Modernist Art Deco lighting, this large pendant chandelier dates...
Metal
Large Gas Top Holophane Dome
Located in Peekskill, NY
Most Holophane or prismatic dome have a simple industrial look but this lamp is a bit different. The ornate brass top gives this a more historic look. The dome has a nice sized 15 in...
Brass
$381 / item
1950's Holophane Large Cast Bulkhead Lamp
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Holophane Large Cast Bulkhead Lamp. Holophane was founded in England in the late 19th Century and they are famous for their inventing and perfecting borosilicate glass refle...
Iron, Aluminum
1950's Holophane Large Cast Bulkhead Lamp - Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Holophane Large Cast Bulkhead Lamp – Pair. Holophane was founded in England in the late 19th Century and they are famous for their inventing and perfecting borosilicate glass ...
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Holophane Glass Shade with Large Brass Gallery
Located in London, GB
Mid-20th Century Holophane glass shade with large brass Gallery We are proud to offer a Mid-20th Century Holophane glass shade with large brass gallery.
Glass
Large French Edwardian Six-Light Brass Chandelier with Holophane Glass Shades
Located in Nottingham, GB
Particularly attractive are the six prismatic ribbed glass shades, designed to refract and diffuse the light while providing the distinctive optical quality associated with early Hol...
Brass
1960's Original Holophane Parisian Glass Globe Lamps - Large 16 Inch
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960's Original Holophane Parisian Glass Globe Lamps - Large 16 Inch (40cm).
Glass
1960's Original Holophane Parisian Glass Globe Lamps - Very Large 18 Inch
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Original Holophane Parisian Glass Globe Lamps – Very Large 18 Inch (45cm).
Glass
1960's Original Holophane Parisian Glass Globe Lamps - Extra Large 20 Inch
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960's Original Holophane Parisian Glass Globe Lamps - Extra Large 20 Inch (50cm).
Glass
1950's Very Large Cast Holophane Cast Aluminium Explosion Proof Convex Factory L
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Very Large Cast Aluminium Explosion Proof Convex Factory Hanging Lights.
Aluminum
English Art Deco Holophane Prismatic Glass and Bronze Industrial Pendant Light
Located in Nottingham, GB
A substantial English Art Deco industrial pendant light dating to circa 1930, featuring an original moulded prismatic glass shade by Holophane. The large ribbed glass shade displays...
Bronze
$444 / item
Large Industrial Lights
Located in London, England
Run of 11 large industrial holophane glass pendant lamps. Good working condition.
Aluminum
Verlys France Art Deco Frosted Glass Centerpiece Bowl, 1930s
By Verlys Glass
Located in Atlanta, GA
Produced by Les Verreries d'Art Verlys & des Hanots - S.A. Holophane, Paris, this large-scale glass bowl bears the molded signature of Verlys France on its side.
Glass, Art Glass
Large Holophane Industrial Pendant with Reflective Shade
Located in Minneapolis, MN
While shades can generally be seen as an accessory to light fixtures, the same can't be said for these Holophane pendants. Rather, they act as the main feature due to the precise pri...
Metal
Unavailable
H 37.41 in W 11.42 in D 24.41 in
Large Holophane Cast Iron and Glass Hotel Wall Light Sconce, circa 1925
Located in Roubaix, FR
Very large and rare and great quality Holophane hotel wall lantern light in cast iron base with typical 1925 Art Deco decor, thick prismatic glass and metal cap to unscrew and change...
Iron
Large Wall Mounted Bell Top Holophane
By Holophane
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Large Wall Mounted Bell Top Holophane
Aluminum, Steel
Large 1930s Holophane Shade 14 Available
By Holophane
Located in Prescott, AZ
14 available now. There may be more and as they come in the amount available will increase. Since they are being shipped in, we will wait until they are in our hands to confirm amo...
Glass
Large Three Rod Holophane with Cast Ring
By Holophane
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Large Three Rod Holophane with Cast Ring. Salvaged from military base.
Steel
Pair Large 14" Holophane Shade Priced Per Pair
By Holophane
Located in Prescott, US
Priced per pair. Both in excellent condition. From a Catholic church gymnasium in Wisconsin. These are the largest we have seen in this 3 piece variety at 14 inches across. The two 1...
Glass
Pair of 1930's Holophane Prismatic Large Wall Sconces
By Holophane
Located in Fairfax, VA
Pair of attractive 1930's large double light Holophane prismatic glass French wall sconces.
Metal
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 48.43 in D 14.18 in
Large Pendant Holophane Pool Light Metal and Glass, 1960s
By Holophane
Located in Roubaix, FR
Large pendant French Holophane pool Lampe or chandelier in metal and glass 1960s with 1 to 4 neon lights of 47.24 inches ( 120 cm) "Holophane Paris" printed on glass slabs. 2 hoocks ...
Iron
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
French Holophane Ceiling Light 1930s Modernist Art Deco Lighting Milk Glass
By Holophane
Located in Crespieres, FR
Superb 1930s large French Holophane ceiling light of a modernist Art Deco design.
Aluminum
Large Industrial Holophane Wall Sconces
Located in Chicago, IL
Large Industrial Holophane wall sconces. Rewired and in working condition.
Metal
Vintage Large Gymnasium Holophane Pendant Light
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage gymnasium holophane pendant light, 40 available. Height could be adjustable. Please contact us for more information. Rewired and in working condition.
Metal
Large Tin Ceiling Fixture with Holophane Glass
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Wonderful large scale and unique design.
Glass
Large White Enamel Gas Hub with Holophane Glass
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Large White Enamel Gas Hub with Holophane Glass - Gas hub is turn of the century industrial and glass is circa 1940's
Glass
Large Two Piece Holophane Glass Shade with Bronze Frame
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Large Two Piece Holophane Glass Shade with Bronze Frame
Bronze
Large Vintage Holophane and Brass Flush Mount Light, 9 available
Located in Chicago, IL
Large vintage Holophane and brass flush mount light.
Brass
Midcentury Mathieu Matégot Holophane Pendant
Located in Stockport, GB
The opaque glass shade was made by Holophane. The large pendant light comprises a cream enameled metal stem, with perforated conical sleeve and a white domed glass shade.
Enamel
Large Vintage Industrial Prismatic Holophane Pendant Lights
By Holophane
Located in Heathfield, East Sussex
These beautiful vintage commercial grade Holophane ceiling lights are a design Classic. Reclaimed from a factory, repolished and rewired. We have around 50-60 left. They are 21.25 in...
Steel
Large Vintage Industrial Prismatic Holophane Pendant Lights
By Holophane
Located in Heathfield, East Sussex
These beautiful vintage commercial grade Holophane ceiling lights are a design Classic. Reclaimed from a factory, repolished and rewired. We have around 50-60 left. They are 21.25 in...
Steel
Large Holophane Flush Mount Skirted Domes
By Holophane
Located in Peekskill, NY
We have a number of these large Holophane lamps in stock. They are priced per lamp.
Large Holophane Pendant Light, circa 1910
By Holophane
Located in Gloucester, GB
Large holophane pendant light, circa 1910 - Detailed copper gallery and rim - Comes with 100cm of gold braided cable - Comes with ceiling rose and black chain - Takes E27 fitti...
Large Holophane Pendants, France 1930
Located in Culver City, CA
Large Holophane Pendants France, 1930 Two part ribbed glass pendants with original brass chain, gallery and canopy. 15”dia x 18”h Ref.
Brass
Large Holophane Flush Mount Skirted Domes - 15.5 Inch Diameter
By Holophane
Located in Peekskill, NY
We have a number of these large Holophane lamps in stock. They are priced per lamp.
Glass
Matching Pair of Large Holophane Flush Mount Skirted Domes
By Holophane
Located in Peekskill, NY
We have a matching pair of these large Holophane lamps in stock. Both have a unique concave doughnut shaped bottom skirt.
Large Holophane Pendants, England circa 1930
Located in Culver City, CA
Large Holophane Pendants, England circa 1930 Two part prismatic glass pendant with original gallery Measures 16”dia x 16”h *Please note the price is per unit* Not UL Listed.
Glass
Large Holophane Globe Pendant, England, circa 1950
Located in Culver City, CA
Large Holophane globe pendant. England circa 1950 Large two-part Holophane fixtures with brass cage and fitter.
Brass
Vintage Industrial 20" Glass Shade Large Holophane Light
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Industrial 20" Glass Shade Large Holophane. Pole length can be customized.
Metal
Antique Large Holophane Stiletto Bowl Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
A Large Holophane Stiletto bowl pendant light An attractive large 'Blondel Stiletto Bowl' pendant light made in England circa 1910 by Holophane.
Brass
Sold
H 17.72 in Dm 15.36 in
English Large Holophane Prismatic Glass and Bronze Chandelier Light Lantern
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large holophane chandelier housed in its original two band central bronze cage, early 20th century.
Bronze
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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