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Lightolier Chandelier 1950s

Lightolier Aluminum Pendant Lights, 1950's
Lightolier Aluminum Pendant Lights, 1950's

Lightolier Aluminum Pendant Lights, 1950's

$1,000 / item

H 29 in Dm 6 in

Lightolier Aluminum Pendant Lights, 1950's

By Lightolier

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Three Lightolier aluminum pendant lights, circa early 1950s. These examples have Lightolier

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Lightolier Attribution, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, USA, 1950s
Lightolier Attribution, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, USA, 1950s

Lightolier Attribution, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, USA, 1950s

By Lightolier

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and opaline glass chandelier attributed to Lightolier, USA, 1950s. Oxidation present to

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Nickel-Plated Lightolier Chandelier
Nickel-Plated Lightolier Chandelier

Nickel-Plated Lightolier Chandelier

$1,900Sale Price|50% Off

H 40 in Dm 26 in

Nickel-Plated Lightolier Chandelier

By Lightolier

Located in North Miami, FL

Nickel-plated Lightolier chandelier from 1950s. With the pole height 40" made in Italy.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Rare Ballerina Eight Light Chandelier 1950's
Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Rare Ballerina Eight Light Chandelier 1950's

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Rare Ballerina Eight Light Chandelier 1950's

By Lightolier, Paavo Tynell

Located in Troy, MI

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier rare "Ballerina" chandelier Eight arm example Canada circa 1958

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Vintage 1950s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Enamel

Lightolier Attribution, Pendant Light, Copper, USA, 1950s
Lightolier Attribution, Pendant Light, Copper, USA, 1950s

Lightolier Attribution, Pendant Light, Copper, USA, 1950s

By Lightolier

Located in High Point, NC

An adjustable copper and brass pendant light attributed to Lightolier, USA, c. 1950s. Dramatic

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Mid Century Hanging Cage Form Chandelier c. 1950's
Mid Century Hanging Cage Form Chandelier c. 1950's

Mid Century Hanging Cage Form Chandelier c. 1950's

By Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

, circa 1950/60's. The fixture features a wrought iron cage like structure constructed of repeating rods

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

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Wrought Iron

Mid Century Modern Lightolier Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell c. 1950s
Mid Century Modern Lightolier Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell c. 1950s

Mid Century Modern Lightolier Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell c. 1950s

By Lightolier

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Brass, painted metal, and glass Mid Century Modern chandelier made by Lightolier circa 1950s. This

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pendant Chandelier, circa 1950s, style of Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
Pendant Chandelier, circa 1950s, style of Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

Pendant Chandelier, circa 1950s, style of Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

By Moe Light, Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Peabody, MA

for Lightolier, circa 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

1950s Paavo Tynell 'Ballerina' 7 Lights Chandelier for Lightolier , USA
1950s Paavo Tynell 'Ballerina' 7 Lights Chandelier for Lightolier , USA

1950s Paavo Tynell 'Ballerina' 7 Lights Chandelier for Lightolier , USA

By Gerald Thurston, Paavo Tynell, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

A classic 1950s blend of Paavo Tynell collaboration with Lightolier USA model 'Ballerina' . 6

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

1950s Black on Brass Sputnik Chandelier
1950s Black on Brass Sputnik Chandelier

1950s Black on Brass Sputnik Chandelier

By Lightolier

Located in Hanover, MA

Vintage 1950's American Sputnik chandelier, probably by Lightolier, in solid brass but which has

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Gino Sarfatti for Lightolier Astral Atomic Sputnik Brass Ceiling Fixture, 1950s
Gino Sarfatti for Lightolier Astral Atomic Sputnik Brass Ceiling Fixture, 1950s

Gino Sarfatti for Lightolier Astral Atomic Sputnik Brass Ceiling Fixture, 1950s

By Gino Sarfatti, Lightolier

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Lightolier in the United States, circa 1950s. Part of Sarfatti’s celebrated Astral lighting series, the

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

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Brass

1950s Gerald Thurston 3 Heads Uplighter Pendant for Lightolier , USA
1950s Gerald Thurston 3 Heads Uplighter Pendant for Lightolier , USA

1950s Gerald Thurston 3 Heads Uplighter Pendant for Lightolier , USA

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

1950s Gerald Thurston Brass plated uplighter with 3 pierced shade for Lightolier . Top concave

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

1950s Lightolier 6 arms Art Deco Style Glass and Brass Chandelier , USA
1950s Lightolier 6 arms Art Deco Style Glass and Brass Chandelier , USA

1950s Lightolier 6 arms Art Deco Style Glass and Brass Chandelier , USA

By Gerald Thurston, Edward Wormley, Paavo Tynell, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

1950s Lightolier Art Deco style 6 arms chandelier made of bowls shaped , striped glass shade

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

1950s 15 Arm Sputnik Chandelier with Down Light, Italy
1950s 15 Arm Sputnik Chandelier with Down Light, Italy

1950s 15 Arm Sputnik Chandelier with Down Light, Italy

$3,200Sale Price|20% Off

H 26 in W 27 in D 27 in

1950s 15 Arm Sputnik Chandelier with Down Light, Italy

By Lightolier, Stilnovo

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Unique, bold brass sputnik 15 arm chandelier with downward light . Contain 15 E12 candelabra

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Lightolier Pendant Lamp chandelier Brass and Lacquer 1950s
Edward Wormley for Lightolier Pendant Lamp chandelier Brass and Lacquer 1950s

Edward Wormley for Lightolier Pendant Lamp chandelier Brass and Lacquer 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A simplistic form from Edward Wormley for lightolier. The white cup allows for light to diffuse

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1950s Gerald Thurston 6  Arms Brass Chandelier with Enameled Pierced Shade
1950s Gerald Thurston 6  Arms Brass Chandelier with Enameled Pierced Shade

1950s Gerald Thurston 6 Arms Brass Chandelier with Enameled Pierced Shade

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Gerald Thurston six arms brass chandelier with enameled pierced shade . Opale glass diffuser under

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

1950s  Huge Church Star Shaped Pendant  with 5 lights
1950s  Huge Church Star Shaped Pendant  with 5 lights

1950s Huge Church Star Shaped Pendant with 5 lights

$2,400Sale Price|20% Off

H 20 in W 32 in D 32 in

1950s Huge Church Star Shaped Pendant with 5 lights

By Stilnovo, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

A unique 1950s star shaped church pendant made of aluminium with 4 lights shooting upward and one

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Rare Ballerina Brass Eight-Light Chandelier, 1950s
Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Rare Ballerina Brass Eight-Light Chandelier, 1950s

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Rare Ballerina Brass Eight-Light Chandelier, 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier rare and exquisite brass eight-light “Ballerina” chandelier, Canada

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Vintage 1950s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

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Aluminum, Brass

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Rare Large Ballerina Twelve-Light Chandelier, 1950s
Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Rare Large Ballerina Twelve-Light Chandelier, 1950s

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Rare Large Ballerina Twelve-Light Chandelier, 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier rare and exquisite twelve-light 'Ballerina' chandelier, Canada, circa

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Vintage 1950s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

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Brass, Aluminum

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1950s Lightolier Chandelier by Gerald Thurston
1950s Lightolier Chandelier by Gerald Thurston

1950s Lightolier Chandelier by Gerald Thurston

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Winnipeg, Manitoba

Mid-Century Modern era. Designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier in the 1950s and featuring six

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

1950s Gerald Thurston Brass Chandelier by Lightolier
1950s Gerald Thurston Brass Chandelier by Lightolier

1950s Gerald Thurston Brass Chandelier by Lightolier

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Winnipeg, Manitoba

A rare and very exclusive six-branch brass chandelier designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Rare 1950s Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Glass and Brass Sunburst Ceiling Light
Rare 1950s Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Glass and Brass Sunburst Ceiling Light

Rare 1950s Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Glass and Brass Sunburst Ceiling Light

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in New Westminster, British Columbia

This rare and super dramatic light was designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier and still retains

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Five-Light Chandelier from 1950's
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Five-Light Chandelier from 1950's

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Five-Light Chandelier from 1950's

By Lightolier

Located in North Miami, FL

Original vintage LIGHTOLIER Five light - Five arm chandelier with perforated brass diffusers and

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lightolier 1950s Five-Light Brass Chandelier
Lightolier 1950s Five-Light Brass Chandelier

Lightolier 1950s Five-Light Brass Chandelier

By Lightolier

Located in Chicago, IL

Very well designed chandelier of curvaceous brass rod and two-part etched and milk glass shades

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Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lightolier, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, USA, 1950s
Lightolier, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, USA, 1950s

Lightolier, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, USA, 1950s

By Lightolier

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and beige-lacquered metal and glass chandelier designed and produced by Lightolier, USA

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

1950s Brass and Etched Glass Chandelier by Lightolier
1950s Brass and Etched Glass Chandelier by Lightolier

1950s Brass and Etched Glass Chandelier by Lightolier

By Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

1950s brass with etched glass eight-arm chandelier by Lightolier.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950s Modern Brass and Glass Chandeliers by Lightolier
1950s Modern Brass and Glass Chandeliers by Lightolier

1950s Modern Brass and Glass Chandeliers by Lightolier

By Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Stunning pair of 1950s modern brass chandeliers with original double glass diffusers. Both

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Lightolier Chandelier with Three Striped Milk Glass Shades, 1950s
Lightolier Chandelier with Three Striped Milk Glass Shades, 1950s

Lightolier Chandelier with Three Striped Milk Glass Shades, 1950s

By Lightolier

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

by Lightolier, American, 1950s. (Lightolier label on canopy). The drop can be modified to spec.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950s Sputnik Glass Globe Chandelier in Chrome by Lightolier
1950s Sputnik Glass Globe Chandelier in Chrome by Lightolier

1950s Sputnik Glass Globe Chandelier in Chrome by Lightolier

By Lightolier

Located in Astoria, NY

A vintage Sputnik chandelier, produced circa 1950s by Lightolier, with polished chrome frame, each

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Lightolier Brass Chandelier with Diffusers & Smoked Glass Shades, 1950s 'Signed'
Lightolier Brass Chandelier with Diffusers & Smoked Glass Shades, 1950s 'Signed'

Lightolier Brass Chandelier with Diffusers & Smoked Glass Shades, 1950s 'Signed'

By Lightolier

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

shades by Lightolier, American, 1950s (Lightolier label present). The combination of brushed brass and

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Grand American Lightolier 1950s Ballroom Mid-Century Modern Chandelier
Grand American Lightolier 1950s Ballroom Mid-Century Modern Chandelier

Grand American Lightolier 1950s Ballroom Mid-Century Modern Chandelier

By Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful American, 1950s Mid-Century Modern chandelier by famed lighting company, Lightolier

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

1950's hanging chandelier by Lightolier
1950's hanging chandelier by Lightolier

1950's hanging chandelier by Lightolier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

12 candlesticks on fanciful wagon wheel shaped support with daisy and wheat sheaf brass decorations

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Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier 1950's Chandelier
Paavo Tynell for Lightolier 1950's Chandelier

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier 1950's Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A lovely mid-century chandelier designed by Paavo Tynell for Lightolier. Paavo Tynell worked in NY

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Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950s Modernist Chandelier by Edward Wormley for Lightolier
1950s Modernist Chandelier by Edward Wormley for Lightolier

1950s Modernist Chandelier by Edward Wormley for Lightolier

By Edward Wormley, Lightolier

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A well scaled and graphic modernist chandelier having a vividly lacquered steel dome and stem with

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Steel

Exceptional Gerald Thurston Eight-Light Brass Chandelier for Lightolier, 1950s
Exceptional Gerald Thurston Eight-Light Brass Chandelier for Lightolier, 1950s

Exceptional Gerald Thurston Eight-Light Brass Chandelier for Lightolier, 1950s

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Bedford Hills, NY

Lightolier. The chandelier has eight-light diffusers with brass mesh shades and eight black metal rods topped

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1950s Lightolier Chandeliers
Pair of 1950s Lightolier Chandeliers

Pair of 1950s Lightolier Chandeliers

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Pair of 1950s Lightolier chandeliers.

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Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants

Lightolier 1950s Five-Light Brass Chandelier
Lightolier 1950s Five-Light Brass Chandelier

Lightolier 1950s Five-Light Brass Chandelier

By Gerald Thurston

Located in Chicago, IL

Very well designed chandelier of curvaceous brass rod and two-part etched and milk glass shades

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Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950s Spun Aluminum Chandelier in Brass Finish with Multidirectional Shades
1950s Spun Aluminum Chandelier in Brass Finish with Multidirectional Shades

1950s Spun Aluminum Chandelier in Brass Finish with Multidirectional Shades

By Lightolier

Located in San Diego, CA

A rare atomic age aluminum chandelier with three multidirectional lampshades, in brass finish. Each

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Modernist Chandelier by Lightolier
Modernist Chandelier by Lightolier

Modernist Chandelier by Lightolier

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H 13.75 in Dm 26.25 in

Modernist Chandelier by Lightolier

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant Modernist Chandelier, designed for Lightolier, circa 1950's. While this chandelier has been

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Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Rare Lightolier Origami Chandelier
Rare Lightolier Origami Chandelier

Rare Lightolier Origami Chandelier

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H 16 in W 8.25 in D 8.25 in

Rare Lightolier Origami Chandelier

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Rare cut metal chandelier by Lightolier circa mid 1950's. This example has 24 cut metal diamond

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Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1950s Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Brass and Glass Chandelier
1950s Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Brass and Glass Chandelier

1950s Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Brass and Glass Chandelier

By Gerald Thurston

Located in New York, NY

1950s Gerald Thurston for Lightolier brass and glass 5-arm chandelier, the brass have been lightly

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Midcentury American Modern Ribbed Glass Pendant Chandelier, circa 1950s
Midcentury American Modern Ribbed Glass Pendant Chandelier, circa 1950s

Midcentury American Modern Ribbed Glass Pendant Chandelier, circa 1950s

By Lightolier

Located in Peabody, MA

Mid-Century Modern pendant fixture of three ribbed glass globes, circa 1950s. Shades measure 12

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Original 1950's Multi Shade Color Accent Pendants by Lightolier
Original 1950's Multi Shade Color Accent Pendants by Lightolier

Original 1950's Multi Shade Color Accent Pendants by Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful and playful pendant fixture with cylindrical shades and colored lucite accents. The overall height may be adjusted per customer request. shade measures 9.5"h x 5"d

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Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Vintage American Midcentury Brass Sputnik Chandelier
Vintage American Midcentury Brass Sputnik Chandelier

Vintage American Midcentury Brass Sputnik Chandelier

By Lightolier

Located in Atlanta, GA

. American origin likely made by Lightolier circa 1950s', the chandelier displays wonderful patina that comes

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950s American Modern Turquoise Orange Black Perforated Metal Mesh Pendant Lamp
1950s American Modern Turquoise Orange Black Perforated Metal Mesh Pendant Lamp

1950s American Modern Turquoise Orange Black Perforated Metal Mesh Pendant Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in Palm Springs, CA

1950s. Lamp casts beautiful light patterns on nearby walls. See my pictures taken at night. It

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Paavo Tynell Lightolier 10 Arm Chandelier
Paavo Tynell Lightolier 10 Arm Chandelier

Paavo Tynell Lightolier 10 Arm Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Paavo Tynell for Lightolier 10-arm Chandelier. USA, circa 1950s. Features ten elegantly

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Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Midcentury Gerald Thurston for Lightolier 1950s Light Fixture Chandelier
Midcentury Gerald Thurston for Lightolier 1950s Light Fixture Chandelier

Midcentury Gerald Thurston for Lightolier 1950s Light Fixture Chandelier

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in West Hartford, CT

Very unusual Mid-Century Modern chandelier manufactured by Lightolier and designed by Gerald

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Rare Ballerina Eight-Light Chandelier, 1950s
Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Rare Ballerina Eight-Light Chandelier, 1950s

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Rare Ballerina Eight-Light Chandelier, 1950s

By Lightolier, Paavo Tynell

Located in New York, NY

Paavo Tynell for Lightolier rare and exquisite eight-light 'Ballerina' chandelier, Canada, circa

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Vintage 1950s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

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Aluminum, Brass

Lightolier Chandelier with Brass and Satin White Glass ca' 1950's
Lightolier Chandelier with Brass and Satin White Glass ca' 1950's

Lightolier Chandelier with Brass and Satin White Glass ca' 1950's

By Paavo Tynell

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

An outstanding and large, ceiling mount chandelier by Lightolier ca' 1950's. Original satin glass

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Unusual Starburst Lightolier Chandelier
Unusual Starburst Lightolier Chandelier

Unusual Starburst Lightolier Chandelier

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Unusual starburst chandelier by Lightolier (signed), ca' 1950's.

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Vintage 1950s American Flush Mount

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Opaline Glass

Lightolier, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, USA, 1950s
Lightolier, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, USA, 1950s

Lightolier, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, USA, 1950s

By Lightolier

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and cream-white opaline glass chandelier produced by Lightolier, USA, c. 1950s. Oxidation

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lightolier Attribution, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, USA, 1950s
Lightolier Attribution, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, USA, 1950s

Lightolier Attribution, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, USA, 1950s

By Lightolier

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and opaline glass chandelier attributed to Lightolier, USA, 1950s. Overall Dimensions

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Lightolier Attribution, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, USA, 1950s
Lightolier Attribution, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, USA, 1950s

Lightolier Attribution, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, USA, 1950s

By Lightolier

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and white opaline glass chandelier attributed to Lightolier, USA, c. 1950s. Overall

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lightolier Chandelier with Six Striped Milk Glass Shades 1950s
Lightolier Chandelier with Six Striped Milk Glass Shades 1950s

Lightolier Chandelier with Six Striped Milk Glass Shades 1950s

By Lightolier

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Lightolier, American, 1950s. (Lightolier label on canopy). The drop can be modified to spec.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Stunning Satellite 1950's Brass Glass Chandelier, Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
Stunning Satellite 1950's Brass Glass Chandelier, Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

Stunning Satellite 1950's Brass Glass Chandelier, Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stunning 1950's brass and art-glass chandelier, designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier. This

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1950s Gerald Thurston Chandelier for Lightolier
1950s Gerald Thurston Chandelier for Lightolier

1950s Gerald Thurston Chandelier for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Miami, FL

An inspired design by Gerald Thurston and produced by Lightolier, this chandelier uses reflection

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lightolier Brass and Glass Chandelier
Lightolier Brass and Glass Chandelier

Lightolier Brass and Glass Chandelier

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H 22 in W 25 in D 25 in

Lightolier Brass and Glass Chandelier

By Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

1950s Lightolier brass chandelier with original double case glass, the inner shade is milk glass

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lightolier Lytecaster Enameled Steel and Glass Lens Chandelier, 1950s , USA
Lightolier Lytecaster Enameled Steel and Glass Lens Chandelier, 1950s , USA

Lightolier Lytecaster Enameled Steel and Glass Lens Chandelier, 1950s , USA

By Edward Wormley, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

The Lightolier touch. Avoiding harshness in lighting became trendy during the 1950s era and a lots

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Steel

Dinelier Model 4682 from Lightolier, Four-Light Chandelier, 1950s, USA
Dinelier Model 4682 from Lightolier, Four-Light Chandelier, 1950s, USA

Dinelier Model 4682 from Lightolier, Four-Light Chandelier, 1950s, USA

By Carl Moser 1, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Textured, Annealed glass and spun aluminium. Designed by Carl Moser & J.S.Hamel. Three light

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Vintage 1950s Saint Pierre and Miquelon Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers a...

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Aluminum

Brass & Enamel Mid-Century Modern Chandelier E Wormley for Lightolier, USA 1950s
Brass & Enamel Mid-Century Modern Chandelier E Wormley for Lightolier, USA 1950s

Brass & Enamel Mid-Century Modern Chandelier E Wormley for Lightolier, USA 1950s

By Lightolier, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Lightolier, USA, 1950s. Rewired, In good vintage condition.   

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Enamel

Astral for Lightolier Triple "Sputnik" Twenty Four Bulb Mobile Pendant, 1950s
Astral for Lightolier Triple "Sputnik" Twenty Four Bulb Mobile Pendant, 1950s

Astral for Lightolier Triple "Sputnik" Twenty Four Bulb Mobile Pendant, 1950s

By Lightolier

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Astral 4084 for Lightolier twenty-four light adjustable Brass & Cord Hanging Pendant. Featuring

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1950s Paavo Tynell Style Blooming Brass & White Daisies Chandelier by Lightolier
1950s Paavo Tynell Style Blooming Brass & White Daisies Chandelier by Lightolier

1950s Paavo Tynell Style Blooming Brass & White Daisies Chandelier by Lightolier

By Lightolier, Paavo Tynell

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Springtime hope and renewed optimism emanate from this whimsical 1950s blooming daisies Chandelier

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Lightolier Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynel, Mid-Century Modern 1950s, USA
Lightolier Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynel, Mid-Century Modern 1950s, USA

Lightolier Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynel, Mid-Century Modern 1950s, USA

By Lightolier, Paavo Tynell

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Floral bouquet and hardware are brass plated, main stem is made of brass. The spun aluminium pierced shade is enameled in a cream white mat finish. Glass diffuser under. Mat...

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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

1950s Gerald Thurston Sputnik Pendant, Lightolier, USA
1950s Gerald Thurston Sputnik Pendant, Lightolier, USA

1950s Gerald Thurston Sputnik Pendant, Lightolier, USA

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Bold Gerald Thurston pendant made of brass plated pierced aluminium shade , enameled black steel rod toped with solid brass ball, completed with an opale convex glass diffuser under....

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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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1950s Gerald Thurston Sputnik Pendant, Lightolier, Usa
1950s Gerald Thurston Sputnik Pendant, Lightolier, Usa

1950s Gerald Thurston Sputnik Pendant, Lightolier, Usa

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Gerald Thurston pendant made of brass plated pierced aluminium shade, sputnik enameled black steel rod toped with solid brass ball, completed with an opale convex glass diffuser unde...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Unusual Vintage Chandelier by Lightolier, 1950s
Unusual Vintage Chandelier by Lightolier, 1950s

Unusual Vintage Chandelier by Lightolier, 1950s

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

An interesting chandelier by Lightolier, circa 1950s. Perforated brass shade, glass reflector with

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Unusual Vintage Chandelier by Lightolier, 1950s
Unusual Vintage Chandelier by Lightolier, 1950s

Unusual Vintage Chandelier by Lightolier, 1950s

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

An interesting chandelier by Lightolier, circa 1950s. Perforated brass shade, glass reflector with

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lightolier Six-Arm Brass Chandelier in the style of  Paavo Tynell, 1950s, USA
Lightolier Six-Arm Brass Chandelier in the style of  Paavo Tynell, 1950s, USA

Lightolier Six-Arm Brass Chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell, 1950s, USA

By Paavo Tynell, Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Paavo Tynell collaborated for Lightolier in the 1950s and we certainly could feel is input into

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Aluminum

1950s Gerald Thurston Twin Shade Pendant for Lightolier, USA
1950s Gerald Thurston Twin Shade Pendant for Lightolier, USA

1950s Gerald Thurston Twin Shade Pendant for Lightolier, USA

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Gerald Thurston twin shade pendant for Lightolier, USA Stars pierced motif enameled aluminium

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1950s Gerald Thurston 5 Arm Brass Pendant for Lightolier  , USA
1950s Gerald Thurston 5 Arm Brass Pendant for Lightolier  , USA

1950s Gerald Thurston 5 Arm Brass Pendant for Lightolier , USA

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Rare Gerald Thurston 5 arm pendant for Lightolier . Pierced brass plated shade mounted on an

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1950s Pair of Gerald Thurston Pendant for Lightolier, USA
1950s Pair of Gerald Thurston Pendant for Lightolier, USA

1950s Pair of Gerald Thurston Pendant for Lightolier, USA

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Brass-plated 3 heads pierced pendant with glass diffuser. Each shade measure 6.38 in. diam. by 2.5 in. high. Solid well made construction. Contain 3 E26 size socket rated at 40 ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

1950s Gerald Thurston Pierced Shade Pendant for Lightolier, USA
1950s Gerald Thurston Pierced Shade Pendant for Lightolier, USA

1950s Gerald Thurston Pierced Shade Pendant for Lightolier, USA

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Asian inspired brass-plated aluminium and enameled metal pierced shade pendant. Shade measure 12 in. wide by 7 in. high. Contain one E26 size socket rated at 60 watt.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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1950s Spun Aluminum Chandelier in Brass Finish with Multidirectional Shades
1950s Spun Aluminum Chandelier in Brass Finish with Multidirectional Shades

1950s Spun Aluminum Chandelier in Brass Finish with Multidirectional Shades

By Lightolier

Located in San Diego, CA

A rare atomic age aluminum chandelier with three multidirectional lampshades, in brass finish. Each

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

1950s Pendant from Paavo Tynell / Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, USA
1950s Pendant from Paavo Tynell / Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, USA

1950s Pendant from Paavo Tynell / Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, USA

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier, Paavo Tynell

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Paavo Tynell collaborated for a short period of time for Lightolier in the 50s . Gerald Thurston

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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1950s Gerald Thurston 3 Shade Uplighter Chandelier, USA
1950s Gerald Thurston 3 Shade Uplighter Chandelier, USA

1950s Gerald Thurston 3 Shade Uplighter Chandelier, USA

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Height adjustable brass-plated chandelier with glass diffuser. Brass-plated spun aluminium with

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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1950s Diabolo, Hourglass Pierced Brass-Plated Chandelier with Glass Lens
1950s Diabolo, Hourglass Pierced Brass-Plated Chandelier with Glass Lens

1950s Diabolo, Hourglass Pierced Brass-Plated Chandelier with Glass Lens

By Stilnovo, Electrolier Manufacturing Co., Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Each pierced brass-plated shade is 14 inches high by 7 inches diameter for the lower portion. All remaining hardware is made of brass. Under each shade, there is glass lens (Fresn...

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Vintage 1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Lightolier Chandelier 1950s For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of lightolier chandelier 1950s for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct lightolier chandelier 1950s — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. Lightolier chandelier 1950s have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of lightolier chandelier 1950s to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern lightolier chandelier 1950s are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made lightolier chandelier 1950s over the years, but those made by Lightolier, Gerald Thurston and Paavo Tynell are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Lightolier Chandelier 1950s?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,800, while they’re typically $375 on the low end and $27,900 highest priced.

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.