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MCM Acrylic Spaghetti Globe Pendant Light
MCM Acrylic Spaghetti Globe Pendant Light

MCM Acrylic Spaghetti Globe Pendant Light

Located in Dekalb, IL

Striking mid-century pendant light featuring a spherical shade formed from intertwined translucent acrylic strands in a vibrant chartreuse-green color. Often referred to as "spaghett...

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Mid-20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Huge MCM Style Brass Pendant Uplighter with 4 lights
Huge MCM Style Brass Pendant Uplighter with 4 lights

Huge MCM Style Brass Pendant Uplighter with 4 lights

By Gino Sarfatti, Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

MCM style BRASS pendant Uplighter with 4 lights . Concave and convex disc are hand spun with prime quality brass . Solid sturdy hardware and construction . Diameter 30 in Low...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Brass

MCM style Brass Saddle Shade Pendant with Glass Globe
MCM style Brass Saddle Shade Pendant with Glass Globe

MCM style Brass Saddle Shade Pendant with Glass Globe

By Stilnovo, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Mid Century Modern style Brass saddle shaped pendant with satin glass globe. Actual drop stem is 24 in. Please specified desired lenght. Contain one E26 socket rated at 60 watt . ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1960s MCM Gaetano Sciolari Chevron 9 Arm Chandelier in Brass and Chrome
1960s MCM Gaetano Sciolari Chevron 9 Arm Chandelier in Brass and Chrome

1960s MCM Gaetano Sciolari Chevron 9 Arm Chandelier in Brass and Chrome

By Sciolari Lighting, Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Basel, BS

Gorgeous Italian designer chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari for Sciolari. Sculptural, elegant brass and chrome hanging chandelier with nine candelabra light sockets, cleverly forming a ...

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

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Brass, Chrome

MCM Holophane Teardrop Glass Ceiling Pendant w/ Light Brass Fitter
MCM Holophane Teardrop Glass Ceiling Pendant w/ Light Brass Fitter

MCM Holophane Teardrop Glass Ceiling Pendant w/ Light Brass Fitter

By Holophane

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Hollywood Regency style Holophane pendant features a classic teardrop-shaped glass shade that beautifully diffuses light that almost sparkles when lit up. A warm brass fitter complem...

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Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Louis Poulsen PH4 Poul Henningsen Lamp Pendant Chandelier MCM Scandinavian
Louis Poulsen PH4 Poul Henningsen Lamp Pendant Chandelier MCM Scandinavian

Louis Poulsen PH4 Poul Henningsen Lamp Pendant Chandelier MCM Scandinavian

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration a rare pendant - chandelier designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Pulsen. Model PH4, rare and hard to find blue color combination. The lamp has been tested...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Hollywood Regency Amber Glass & Drop Crystal Pendant Light MCM Retro
Hollywood Regency Amber Glass & Drop Crystal Pendant Light MCM Retro

Hollywood Regency Amber Glass & Drop Crystal Pendant Light MCM Retro

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Hollywood Regency / Victorian / Gothic or Spanish Revival style pendant light or hanging lantern with scrolled metal accents, amber glass panels, and drop crystal borders. ...

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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

Stained Glass Dome Shaped Bronze Framed MCM Italian Chandelier or Pendant
Stained Glass Dome Shaped Bronze Framed MCM Italian Chandelier or Pendant

Stained Glass Dome Shaped Bronze Framed MCM Italian Chandelier or Pendant

Located in Plainview, NY

Stained glass dome shaped bronze framed MCM Italian light with canopy A stylish blue and green stained glass and bronze framed Italian chandelier or pendant. The chandelier featur...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

MCM Scandinavian Yellow Metal Hat & Opal Glass Bulb Pendant Light (1960s)
MCM Scandinavian Yellow Metal Hat & Opal Glass Bulb Pendant Light (1960s)

MCM Scandinavian Yellow Metal Hat & Opal Glass Bulb Pendant Light (1960s)

By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, ASEA, Ateljé Lyktan

Located in Bochum, NRW

A remarkably charming and sophisticated mid-century modern Scandinavian pendant light that beautifully balances industrial utility with playful Space Age design. Dimensions Diameter...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

MCM Striped Glass Globe Nickel Steel Pendant Light 27.5 In. Drop
MCM Striped Glass Globe Nickel Steel Pendant Light 27.5 In. Drop

MCM Striped Glass Globe Nickel Steel Pendant Light 27.5 In. Drop

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century Modern style pendant light with a white, gray, green, orange, and tan striped globe paired with a nickel finish steel pole. This requires one standard Edison style medium...

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

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Steel

1960s chrome-plated Gaetano Sciolari Cubist, MCM Brutalist Pendant light, Italy
1960s chrome-plated Gaetano Sciolari Cubist, MCM Brutalist Pendant light, Italy

1960s chrome-plated Gaetano Sciolari Cubist, MCM Brutalist Pendant light, Italy

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Basel, BS

1960s Italian chandelier featuring a Mid Century Geometric, Brutalist, Cubist, Modernist design and a chrome framework, designed by Gaetano Sciolari. This chandelier is equipped wi...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Bologna Pendant Light by Aloys F. Gangkofner, Sphere Opaline Glass, 1954 MCM
Bologna Pendant Light by Aloys F. Gangkofner, Sphere Opaline Glass, 1954 MCM

Bologna Pendant Light by Aloys F. Gangkofner, Sphere Opaline Glass, 1954 MCM

By Aloys F. Gangkofner

Located in Toronto, CA

An iconic Bologna pendant light designed by Aloys Ferdinand Gangkofner for Peill & Putzler, Germany, circa 1954–1958. This mid-century modern ceiling lamp is crafted from matte o...

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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opaline Glass

MCM Brutalist Pendant Light Wood & Smoked Glass Globe Black Chain N O S
MCM Brutalist Pendant Light Wood & Smoked Glass Globe Black Chain N O S

MCM Brutalist Pendant Light Wood & Smoked Glass Globe Black Chain N O S

By Hamilton Cosco

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome Mid-Century Modern NOS (new old stock) slightly Brutalist or rustic black, wood, and smoked glass globe pendant light with black chain and canopy. It is made by Lighting-Acc...

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Italian MCM Globe Chandelier
Italian MCM Globe Chandelier

Italian MCM Globe Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

Italian MCM chromed brass and glass globe chandelier. Circa 1960. The chandelier has been professionally rewired, comes with matching chain and canopy. It is ready to hang! 41h x 28w

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Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Huge Contemporary MCM Style Antique Brass Pendant Uplighter with 4 or 5 lights
Huge Contemporary MCM Style Antique Brass Pendant Uplighter with 4 or 5 lights

Huge Contemporary MCM Style Antique Brass Pendant Uplighter with 4 or 5 lights

By Lightolier, Gino Sarfatti, Gerald Thurston

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

MCM style BRASS pendant Uplighter with 4 or 5 lights ( youre choice , same price ) . Concave and convex disc are hand spun with prime quality brass . Solid sturdy hardware and c...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Brass

MCM Seguso Murano Italian Mottled Pink Cased Glass Caged Pendant Light Lantern
MCM Seguso Murano Italian Mottled Pink Cased Glass Caged Pendant Light Lantern

MCM Seguso Murano Italian Mottled Pink Cased Glass Caged Pendant Light Lantern

By Seguso

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

This is an absolutely fantastic white glass cased in mottled pink glass, hand blown into a gold painted wrought iron wire cage which, when lighted emits a beautiful warm glow. It wou...

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

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Wire

c1970's Large MCM Murano Butterfly in Flight Pendant  Ceiling Fixture by "Itre"
c1970's Large MCM Murano Butterfly in Flight Pendant  Ceiling Fixture by "Itre"

c1970's Large MCM Murano Butterfly in Flight Pendant Ceiling Fixture by "Itre"

By ITRE

Located in Opa Locka, FL

1970's Italian MCM "ITRE" by Murano Large Suspended Butterfly in Flight Ceiling Pendant Light Fixture. The butterfly is beautiful Art Glass in Murano for "ITRE" Labelled. Chrome moun...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

50s MCM XL 10 Light Frosted Crystal Petal Lantern type Chandelier/ Pendant Palwa
50s MCM XL 10 Light Frosted Crystal Petal Lantern type Chandelier/ Pendant Palwa

50s MCM XL 10 Light Frosted Crystal Petal Lantern type Chandelier/ Pendant Palwa

By Palwa

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Very Rare Very Large 1950's Frosted Cut Crystal Petals on Vines Chandelier/ Lantern type Pendant. I found this piece while travelling through Austria. Manufactured by Palwa.

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

MCM White Dome Swag Pendant Hanging Light Fixture or Lamp Style of Lightolier
MCM White Dome Swag Pendant Hanging Light Fixture or Lamp Style of Lightolier

MCM White Dome Swag Pendant Hanging Light Fixture or Lamp Style of Lightolier

By Lightolier

Located in Topeka, KS

Marvelous Mid-20th Century Mid Century Modern white enameled metal dome swag pendant hanging light fixture or lamp in the style of Lightolier. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind th...

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

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Metal

Original Robert Long MCM Chandelier
Original Robert Long MCM Chandelier

Original Robert Long MCM Chandelier

By Robert Long

Located in Berkeley, CA

What makes this piece incredibly unique and rare is tis condition. Esate claimed it was never used, and it looks that way. Even has the original paperwork for replacement part order ...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

MCM Large Globe Pendant Light Blown Milk Glass by Lite Trend of La Palma Ca
MCM Large Globe Pendant Light Blown Milk Glass by Lite Trend of La Palma Ca

MCM Large Globe Pendant Light Blown Milk Glass by Lite Trend of La Palma Ca

Located in Topeka, KS

Gorgeous Lite Trend of La Palma, California vintage blown milk glass large globe pendant light 15 ft. hanging cord. Wonderful vintage condition. No flaws detected. Please see photos,...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Milk Glass, Cord

PAIR 70s MCM Italian Carlo Nason/ A.V. Mazzega Murano Art Glass Pendant Fixtures
PAIR 70s MCM Italian Carlo Nason/ A.V. Mazzega Murano Art Glass Pendant Fixtures

PAIR 70s MCM Italian Carlo Nason/ A.V. Mazzega Murano Art Glass Pendant Fixtures

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Amazing Pair 1970's Italian Mid Century Modern Carlo Nason for A.V. Mazzega Murano Art Glass Ceiling Pendant Fixtures. All original, all intact and ready to mount. Thick Steeped Art ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Vintage MCM Wood and Metal Candelabra
Vintage MCM Wood and Metal Candelabra

Vintage MCM Wood and Metal Candelabra

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fabulous vintage MCM candelabra. A chic black metal and brass frame with wood block touches. Acquired from a Miami estate.

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

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Brass

Massive Oversize Scoop Brass Chandelier MCM style
Massive Oversize Scoop Brass Chandelier MCM style

Massive Oversize Scoop Brass Chandelier MCM style

By Stilnovo

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Bold , sculptural , playfull stylish huge massive brass chandelier made of 8 fully ajustable oversize scoop. Hand crafted with prime quality brass and hardware . Solid stur...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Brass

3 Massive Oversize Brass Scoop Chandelier MCM Style
3 Massive Oversize Brass Scoop Chandelier MCM Style

3 Massive Oversize Brass Scoop Chandelier MCM Style

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

3 oversize brass scoop MCM style chandelier , hand crafted with thick premium quality brass . Solid sturdy construction and assembly . Also Available In: - Raw Brass/Black shade...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Brass

Vintage MCM Danish Holm Sorensen Torch Cut Chandelier
Vintage MCM Danish Holm Sorensen Torch Cut Chandelier

Vintage MCM Danish Holm Sorensen Torch Cut Chandelier

By Holm Sørensen

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This striking vintage chandelier is a quintessential example of Mid-Century Brutalist design, executed by Holm Sorensen. Masterfully crafted from heavy-gauge, torch-cut brass, the pe...

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian MCM Targetti Sankey Glass & Chrome 3 Light Chandelier
Italian MCM Targetti Sankey Glass & Chrome 3 Light Chandelier

Italian MCM Targetti Sankey Glass & Chrome 3 Light Chandelier

Located in Long Branch, NJ

Italian MCM Targetti Sankey Glass & Chrome 3 Light Chandelier Dimensions : 56" Tall X 22" Wide X 22" Deep This chandler was made in the mid 20th century by Targetti Sankey and has ...

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

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Chrome

Vintage MCM Torch Cut Chandelier After Tom Greene
Vintage MCM Torch Cut Chandelier After Tom Greene

Vintage MCM Torch Cut Chandelier After Tom Greene

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exceptional vintage chandelier embodies the dramatic textural aesthetic of the Brutalist movement popular in the 1960s, drawing clear inspiration from works by artists like Tom ...

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper

MCM Scandinavian Modern Chandelier By V. Soini 1950's
MCM Scandinavian Modern Chandelier By V. Soini 1950's

MCM Scandinavian Modern Chandelier By V. Soini 1950's

Located in Kangasala, FI

A beautiful and authentic Finnish mid-century modern pendant light, manufactured in Finland by V. Soini during the 1950s. The lamp features an elegant brass frame combined with its ...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1970s Gaetano Sciolari 37 Cube Chrome Chandelier MCM , Italia
1970s Gaetano Sciolari 37 Cube Chrome Chandelier MCM , Italia

1970s Gaetano Sciolari 37 Cube Chrome Chandelier MCM , Italia

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Iconic Gaetano Sciolari 37 cubes chrome chandelier , Italy Prime quality material, solid construction, fine assembly and craftsmanship. Brass cubes covered by a thick chrome coat. ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Chrome

Vintage 1960s Custom Hexagon Mirror Lamp Swag MCM retro
Vintage 1960s Custom Hexagon Mirror Lamp Swag MCM retro

Vintage 1960s Custom Hexagon Mirror Lamp Swag MCM retro

By Zanetti Murano

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

Custom made hexagonal mirrored glass and smoked lucite pendant lamp with 15’ of chain. Smoked lucite bottom allows light to shine through. The top half and top is mirrored glass an...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass, Mirror, Plexiglass

French MCM Nickle and Glass 8 Light Suspension Chandelier
French MCM Nickle and Glass 8 Light Suspension Chandelier

French MCM Nickle and Glass 8 Light Suspension Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

Interesting French MCM nickle and glass 8 light suspension chandelier. Very fine quality and perfect for a modern home. Beautiful!!

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Finnish Mid-Century Modern Five-Arm Chandelier 1950's MCM
Finnish Mid-Century Modern Five-Arm Chandelier 1950's MCM

Finnish Mid-Century Modern Five-Arm Chandelier 1950's MCM

Located in Kangasala, FI

A beautiful Finnish/Scandinavian modern chandelier from the 1950's. Equipped with nice decoratives -"Shattered" glass on the stem -Five hanging crystal decorative pieces -Woven cor...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Large MCM Rugiada & Cristallo Murano Chandelier attributed to Ercole Barovier
Large MCM Rugiada & Cristallo Murano Chandelier attributed to Ercole Barovier

Large MCM Rugiada & Cristallo Murano Chandelier attributed to Ercole Barovier

By Barovier

Located in Chicago, IL

This spectacularly large mid-century Murano chandelier is a commanding statement piece of lighting art, attributed to the legendary master glassmaker Ercole Barovier for Barovier & T...

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

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Murano Glass

MCM Finnish/Scandinavian Modern Five-Arm Brass Chandelier Silk Shades, 1950s
MCM Finnish/Scandinavian Modern Five-Arm Brass Chandelier Silk Shades, 1950s

MCM Finnish/Scandinavian Modern Five-Arm Brass Chandelier Silk Shades, 1950s

Located in Kangasala, FI

An elegant five-arm chandelier, dating from the 1950s and executed in the refined Scandinavian/Finnish Mid-Century Modern style. The fixture combines gracefully curved arms with a ...

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

MCM Streamline Moderne Five-Light Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades
MCM Streamline Moderne Five-Light Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades

MCM Streamline Moderne Five-Light Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Striking Streamline Moderne five-light chandelier featuring a dramatic combination of chrome-plated metal, black enamel accents, and original opaline glass shades. The fixture displa...

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

MCM Brass & Black Metal Chandelier with Sculptural Trumpet Shades
MCM Brass & Black Metal Chandelier with Sculptural Trumpet Shades

MCM Brass & Black Metal Chandelier with Sculptural Trumpet Shades

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern Brass & Black Metal Chandelier with Sculptural Trumpet Shades Striking mid-century modern chandelier featuring a minimalist black metal frame with a circular ...

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

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Brass

Group of 10 Large MCM Globe Lights by Lightolier
Group of 10 Large MCM Globe Lights by Lightolier

Group of 10 Large MCM Globe Lights by Lightolier

By Lightolier

Located in Surrey, BC

A very nice grouping complete with ceiling plate on these extra large rare globes showing small brass details old white finish and steel stem. We have rarely seen these sizes in quan...

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

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Brass

MCM Floating Panel "Cityscape" Brutalist Copper Chandelier By Robert Sonneman
MCM Floating Panel "Cityscape" Brutalist Copper Chandelier By Robert Sonneman

MCM Floating Panel "Cityscape" Brutalist Copper Chandelier By Robert Sonneman

By Robert Sonneman

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Impeccably refurbished floating panel "Cityscape" Brutalist Chandelier by designer Robert Sonneman. An architectural rectangular chandelier consisting of a three-dimensional composit...

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Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

MCM Stockmann-Orno Brass Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades, Finland, 1950s
MCM Stockmann-Orno Brass Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades, Finland, 1950s

MCM Stockmann-Orno Brass Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades, Finland, 1950s

By Orno Stockmann

Located in Kangasala, FI

An elegant three-arm chandelier manufactured by Stockmann-Orno, Finland, during the 1950s. The fixture features a beautifully balanced brass frame complemented by three opaline glass...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large MCM Hollywood Regency Sculptural Lucite & Gold Tone Loop Ribbon Chandelier
Large MCM Hollywood Regency Sculptural Lucite & Gold Tone Loop Ribbon Chandelier

Large MCM Hollywood Regency Sculptural Lucite & Gold Tone Loop Ribbon Chandelier

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Large mid-century Hollywood Regency Modern sculptural Lucite loop chandelier is comprised of three rows of twisted 2-inch thick Lucite ribbons of various sizes. This beautiful 38" ta...

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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Finnish / Scandinavian Modern Brass Chandelier By Orno, MCM, Mid-century Modern
Finnish / Scandinavian Modern Brass Chandelier By Orno, MCM, Mid-century Modern

Finnish / Scandinavian Modern Brass Chandelier By Orno, MCM, Mid-century Modern

Located in Kangasala, FI

Scandinavian/Finnish Modern chandelier, made by Orno in the 1950's. Frame is solid brass and lamp shades are glass. Very beautiful romantic decorations on this piece! Good vintage...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Finnish MCM Korumo Model 34 Three-Light Chandelier, Original Pink Plastic Shades
Finnish MCM Korumo Model 34 Three-Light Chandelier, Original Pink Plastic Shades

Finnish MCM Korumo Model 34 Three-Light Chandelier, Original Pink Plastic Shades

By Korumo

Located in Kangasala, FI

Rare model 34 three-light chandelier by Korumo, manufactured in Finland during the 1950s. The chandelier features a sculptural brass frame with three elegantly curved arms, each sup...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

MCM Sario Three-Light Brass Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades, Finland, 1960s
MCM Sario Three-Light Brass Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades, Finland, 1960s

MCM Sario Three-Light Brass Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades, Finland, 1960s

Located in Kangasala, FI

An elegant three-light chandelier by Sario, manufactured in Finland during the 1960s. This Scandinavian Modern design combines a polished brass frame with beautifully proportioned sa...

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

MCM Stockmann-Orno Three-Arm Brass Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades, Finland
MCM Stockmann-Orno Three-Arm Brass Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades, Finland

MCM Stockmann-Orno Three-Arm Brass Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades, Finland

Located in Kangasala, FI

An elegant three-armchandelier by Stockmann-Orno, Finland, dating from the 1950s. Crafted in brass, the fixture features gracefully curved arms supporting beautifully shaped opaline ...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Modern MCM Style 5 Arms Oversize Scoop Chandelier in Raw Brass
Modern MCM Style 5 Arms Oversize Scoop Chandelier in Raw Brass

Modern MCM Style 5 Arms Oversize Scoop Chandelier in Raw Brass

By Stilnovo

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Bold oversize scoop chandelier handmade with prime quality material and rigorous craftmanship. Light bounce inside the brass scoop giving out a warm cosy light in any given spac...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Brass

Rare 1970s MCM János Lehoczky Artisan Brutalist Hand Wrought Steel Chandelier
Rare 1970s MCM János Lehoczky Artisan Brutalist Hand Wrought Steel Chandelier

Rare 1970s MCM János Lehoczky Artisan Brutalist Hand Wrought Steel Chandelier

By Károly Bieber, Paul Evans, János Lehoczky

Located in St. Louis, MO

Very Rare 1970s Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Iron and glass chandelier, hand forged by the hands of Hungarian blacksmith János Lehoczky. Great scale, perfect for dining room, hallway...

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Vintage 1970s Hungarian Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron, Wrought Iron

MCM Chandelier attributed to Dino Martens for Aureliano Toso, Murano, 1960s
MCM Chandelier attributed to Dino Martens for Aureliano Toso, Murano, 1960s

MCM Chandelier attributed to Dino Martens for Aureliano Toso, Murano, 1960s

By Aureliano Toso, Dino Martens

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern chandelier / pendant light, consisting of 3 hand blown Murano glass shades, executed in the TESSUTO technique with gold dust inclusions, these shades are...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

MCM "Fazzoletto" Chandelier in "Zanfirico" Glass by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini
MCM "Fazzoletto" Chandelier in "Zanfirico" Glass by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini

MCM "Fazzoletto" Chandelier in "Zanfirico" Glass by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini

By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern pendant light or lantern designed by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini in white Murano glass. The shade of the chandelier is called "Fazzoletto" that translates...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

MCM "Cascade" Mazzega Chandelier by Carlo Nason in Opalescent Murano Glass
MCM "Cascade" Mazzega Chandelier by Carlo Nason in Opalescent Murano Glass

MCM "Cascade" Mazzega Chandelier by Carlo Nason in Opalescent Murano Glass

By Mazzega, Carlo Nason

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Mid-Century Modern chandelier by Carlo Nason for Mazzega in a blue opalescent hue, consisting of two stages of glass blades. It measures 85cm tall in its current arrangement, but c...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

70s MCM Gaetano Sciolari 9 Light Chrome Ice Cube Chandelier Lightolier Italy
70s MCM Gaetano Sciolari 9 Light Chrome Ice Cube Chandelier Lightolier Italy

70s MCM Gaetano Sciolari 9 Light Chrome Ice Cube Chandelier Lightolier Italy

By Lightolier, Gaetano Sciolari

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Gaetano Sciolari 9 Light Chrome Ice Cube Hanging Chandelier for Lightolier. Made in Italy. Measurements Height to ring: 24” approx. Size: 24”x 13”x 13” approx. Glass cube: 4.25”x ...

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

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Chrome

MCM Chandelier by Carlo Nason for Mazzega in Murano Glass, circa 1968
MCM Chandelier by Carlo Nason for Mazzega in Murano Glass, circa 1968

MCM Chandelier by Carlo Nason for Mazzega in Murano Glass, circa 1968

By Carlo Nason, AVMazzega

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Mid-Century Modern chandelier, designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega. Manufactured in Iridescent Murano glass. Murano, Italy, ca. 1968.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

MCM Murano Glass Chandelier by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, Italy, ca. 1970
MCM Murano Glass Chandelier by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, Italy, ca. 1970

MCM Murano Glass Chandelier by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, Italy, ca. 1970

By Toni Zuccheri, Venini

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Large Mid-Century Modern chandelier in hand blown Murano glass. This model was designed by Toni Zuccheri and manufactured by Venini in Murano Italy circa 1970. The pieces are execute...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

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MCM Handblown Opaline Double Cased Parabola Shaped Glass Pendant, Finland
MCM Handblown Opaline Double Cased Parabola Shaped Glass Pendant, Finland

MCM Handblown Opaline Double Cased Parabola Shaped Glass Pendant, Finland

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Mid-Century Modern handblown opaline double cased parabola shaped glass pendant shade, Finland, circa 1950 - 1959.

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

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Opaline Glass

Large Vintage Chrome and Black MCM Lights
Large Vintage Chrome and Black MCM Lights

Large Vintage Chrome and Black MCM Lights

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H 24 in Dm 16.5 in

Large Vintage Chrome and Black MCM Lights

By Lightolier

Located in Prescott, AZ

Two matching vintage lights available, priced each. Wonderful blend of Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco. Large, 16 1/2 inch custard glass shade on original fitter refinished to matc...

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Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome, Iron

MCM Italian Floral Petal Base Pendant Floor Lamp
MCM Italian Floral Petal Base Pendant Floor Lamp

MCM Italian Floral Petal Base Pendant Floor Lamp

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H 49 in W 17 in D 17 in

MCM Italian Floral Petal Base Pendant Floor Lamp

Located in Pasadena, CA

This Mid-Century Modern Italian floor lamp is an absolute showstopper. The sculptural floral petal-inspired shade glows with a warm amber hue, casting a soft, ambient light that inst...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Floor Lamps

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Metal

1930s MCM Pendant with Custard Glass by Lightolier
1930s MCM Pendant with Custard Glass by Lightolier

1930s MCM Pendant with Custard Glass by Lightolier

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H 34 in W 7.25 in D 34 in

1930s MCM Pendant with Custard Glass by Lightolier

By Lightolier

Located in Prescott, AZ

Somewhat Art Deco in flavour and bending toward midcentury, the beauty of these vintage lights will lighten any style of home from Bungalow to Mid-Century Modern. Refinished in the o...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Iron

MCM, Brutalist, 3 Arm Pendant
MCM, Brutalist, 3 Arm Pendant

MCM, Brutalist, 3 Arm Pendant

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H 40 in W 20 in D 20 in

MCM, Brutalist, 3 Arm Pendant

By Aerin

Located in Berkeley, CA

Brutalist "caged glass", water glasses by renowned artist Vintage Felipe Derflingher, in the late 50's, early 60's, were converted to light shades on this new, brass three arm pen...

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Steel

Iconic 70s Franco Bresciani iGuzzini ‘Kuala’ Hanging Lamp - MCM Italian Lighting
Iconic 70s Franco Bresciani iGuzzini ‘Kuala’ Hanging Lamp - MCM Italian Lighting

Iconic 70s Franco Bresciani iGuzzini ‘Kuala’ Hanging Lamp - MCM Italian Lighting

By Franco Bresciani, iGuzzini

Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT

The 70s hanging lamp ‘Kuala’ 70s designed by Franco Bresciani and produced by iGuzzinifrom the late 1970s until the mid-1980s. With a large bell-shaped conical lampshade made of thi...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

1970s Modernist MCM Orange Pendant Lamp
1970s Modernist MCM Orange Pendant Lamp

1970s Modernist MCM Orange Pendant Lamp

By Louis Poulsen

Located in Chula Vista, CA

AMBIANIC presents Fabulous Orange MCM Pendant Lamp 3.75 h x 13 diameter Original preowned vintage condition Refer to images listed

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

Materials

Metal

MCM Kundalini Pendant by Guglielmo Berchicci
MCM Kundalini Pendant by Guglielmo Berchicci

MCM Kundalini Pendant by Guglielmo Berchicci

By Guglielmo Berchicci

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern Kundalini E.T.A. Sat Suspended Hanging Pendant Lamp by Guglielmo Berchicci The E.T.A. Sat Suspended Lamp was created by Guglielmo Berchicci for the Italian lighti...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Acrylic

1970 MCM Style Milk Glass Globe Pendant Lights
1970 MCM Style Milk Glass Globe Pendant Lights

1970 MCM Style Milk Glass Globe Pendant Lights

Located in Surrey, BC

We have acquired a group of 24 of these fixtures from a storage locker of an old hardware store. Rewired and ready to hang . These are user friendly and very easy to deal with . ...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Milk Glass

1950 MCM Large Glass Bowl Pendant Light Set of 6
1950 MCM Large Glass Bowl Pendant Light Set of 6

1950 MCM Large Glass Bowl Pendant Light Set of 6

Located in Surrey, BC

Very nice set of 6 large glass pendants on aluminum stems with original ceiling caps.Found in a commercial building in Missouri. This size is unusual. Possibly made by Miller Ligh...

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

MCM RAAK Design 1960's Copper & Glass Pendant Lamp Large Chandelier
MCM RAAK Design 1960's Copper & Glass Pendant Lamp Large Chandelier

MCM RAAK Design 1960's Copper & Glass Pendant Lamp Large Chandelier

By RAAK

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

A vintage Mid-Century Modern dutch late 1960's Design Copper & Glass large pendant hanging lamp Chandelier with 6 glass balls. Made in Holland in the late 1960's, early 1970's. Attri...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Copper

MCM to Modern Aluminum Dome Pendant Hanging Light Fixture Selling Separately
MCM to Modern Aluminum Dome Pendant Hanging Light Fixture Selling Separately

MCM to Modern Aluminum Dome Pendant Hanging Light Fixture Selling Separately

By Lightolier

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern to Modern aluminum dome pendant hanging light fixtures 4 available, selling separately & priced per hanging light fixture. Beautiful condition, ke...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Wire

Vintage Mid-Century Space Age Sputnik MCM Chrome Chandelier Pendant Light
Vintage Mid-Century Space Age Sputnik MCM Chrome Chandelier Pendant Light

Vintage Mid-Century Space Age Sputnik MCM Chrome Chandelier Pendant Light

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a space age Sputnik style chrome Mid-Century Modern chandelier pendant light, measuring in at 40" high from top of pole to bottom of chandelier sprockets, w...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Modern, MCM Brass Chandelier
Modern, MCM Brass Chandelier

Modern, MCM Brass Chandelier

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H 38 in W 17 in D 17 in

Modern, MCM Brass Chandelier

By Casey McMains

Located in Berkeley, CA

The pictures tell the best description of this one of a kind chandelier. Build by professional light fabricators in California, it modernizes and streamlines the classic Mid-century ...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

MCM Gold Spun Fiberglass String Swag Pendant Hanging Light Fixture or Lamp
MCM Gold Spun Fiberglass String Swag Pendant Hanging Light Fixture or Lamp

MCM Gold Spun Fiberglass String Swag Pendant Hanging Light Fixture or Lamp

Located in Topeka, KS

Gorgeous Mid-20th Century Mid Century Modern gold spun fiberglass string swag or pendant hanging light fixture or lamp. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and...

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

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Metal, Wire

1970's Hollywood Regency Gold Swag Pendant Lamp Gilt Hanging Light MCM
1970's Hollywood Regency Gold Swag Pendant Lamp Gilt Hanging Light MCM

1970's Hollywood Regency Gold Swag Pendant Lamp Gilt Hanging Light MCM

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This is a really exquisite antique Hollywood Regency/Brass Filigree lantern style swag chandelier.The Brass work is very nice with high quality construction. The beautiful brass fram...

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

MCM Italian Green Opaline Murano Glass Pendant in the style of Fontana Arte
MCM Italian Green Opaline Murano Glass Pendant in the style of Fontana Arte

MCM Italian Green Opaline Murano Glass Pendant in the style of Fontana Arte

By Fontana Arte

Located in Chicago, IL

This MCM Italian pendant light features a sculptural frame of gracefully curved brass tubing supporting a hand‑blown green opaline glass shade edged in white.

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

Materials

Brass

MCM Vintage Rattan Bell Shaped Pendant Light with Milk Glass Globe & Brass Plate
MCM Vintage Rattan Bell Shaped Pendant Light with Milk Glass Globe & Brass Plate

MCM Vintage Rattan Bell Shaped Pendant Light with Milk Glass Globe & Brass Plate

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern vintage rattan bell shaped pendant light with milk glass globe light. The ring at the top of the shade is solid brass while the canopy, fitter, and chain...

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

Materials

Brass

Monumental MCM Lucite Ribbon Chandelier
Monumental MCM Lucite Ribbon Chandelier

Monumental MCM Lucite Ribbon Chandelier

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H 20 in W 26 in D 26 in

Monumental MCM Lucite Ribbon Chandelier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Spectacular vintage MCM brass and lucite ribbon chandelier. Much larger than anything I have seen on the market. Beautiful clear ribbons of lucite hand from a brass frame. A glamorou...

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

Materials

Brass

Pair MCM Restored Ceiling Lights
Pair MCM Restored Ceiling Lights

Pair MCM Restored Ceiling Lights

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H 17 in W 14 in D 14 in

Pair MCM Restored Ceiling Lights

By A. Hermann

Located in Berkeley, CA

Love these two. Hero picture is a tad misleading in that the underside of the saucer appears yellow, it is white. It shows that way because it is on/ lit up. Light is copper painte...

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Vintage 1960s American Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mario López Torres Mexican MCM Chuspata Fiber and Metal Chandelier
Mario López Torres Mexican MCM Chuspata Fiber and Metal Chandelier

Mario López Torres Mexican MCM Chuspata Fiber and Metal Chandelier

By Mario Lopez Torres

Located in Mexico City, MX

Beautiful Mexican MCM chandelier shaped like a monkey on a palmtree, made with woven chuspata fiber with iron structure and brass details by Mexican artist Mario López Torres in his ...

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Vintage 1970s Mexican Folk Art Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

1960s Vtg MCM Boho Gold Crushed Velvet Swag Lamp Hollywood regency
1960s Vtg MCM Boho Gold Crushed Velvet Swag Lamp Hollywood regency

1960s Vtg MCM Boho Gold Crushed Velvet Swag Lamp Hollywood regency

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A gold crushed velvet swag pendant light. The shade has a scalloped edge that is trimmed with brown and gold gimp upholstery trim. This light with an approximately 20’ original cor...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Velvet

Midcentury Hans Kogl Italian Hollywood Regency Gilt Tole Crystal Chandelier MCM
Midcentury Hans Kogl Italian Hollywood Regency Gilt Tole Crystal Chandelier MCM

Midcentury Hans Kogl Italian Hollywood Regency Gilt Tole Crystal Chandelier MCM

By Hans Kögl

Located in Dayton, OH

"An impressive Italian gilt metal florentine chandelier by Hans Kögl, circa 1970s. Features a branched leafy design with six candlesticks amongst an aray of elegant octagonal and swe...

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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Large Artemide 'Pallade' MCM Hanging Lamp by Studio Tetrarch Italian Design Icon
Large Artemide 'Pallade' MCM Hanging Lamp by Studio Tetrarch Italian Design Icon

Large Artemide 'Pallade' MCM Hanging Lamp by Studio Tetrarch Italian Design Icon

By Studio Tetrarch, Artemide

Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT

A true icon of Italian Space Age design, this bold red Artemide Pallade pendant lamp was designed by the visionary Studio Tetrarch (Adelaide Bonati, Silvio Bonatti, Enrico De Munari,...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

Custom brass + wood pendants, MCM style.
Custom brass + wood pendants, MCM style.

Custom brass + wood pendants, MCM style.

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H 53 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in

Custom brass + wood pendants, MCM style.

By Mark Bell

Located in Berkeley, CA

Very unique set of three, four foot pendants. Built with an artistic assembly of multi sized wood beads stacked between 3/4" brass tubes. great for modern spaces and true Mid Century...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

MCM Pendant, Relief Glass and Chrome, Belgium, 1960
MCM Pendant, Relief Glass and Chrome, Belgium, 1960

MCM Pendant, Relief Glass and Chrome, Belgium, 1960

Located in Herentals, BE

Pendant of thick, transparent relief glass with turtle motif. The suspension system is made of chrome-plated metal, as is the ceiling cap with suspension hook. The pendant has 1 E 2...

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Vintage 1960s Belgian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Bent Wicker and Milk Glass Pendant Light, MCM Style, 1970s, Rewired
Bent Wicker and Milk Glass Pendant Light, MCM Style, 1970s, Rewired

Bent Wicker and Milk Glass Pendant Light, MCM Style, 1970s, Rewired

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

5214 MCM bent wicker and milk glass ball pendant 1970's Supplied with 3 feet chain and canopy Takes one 100 watt edison based bulb Rewired

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Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker, Milk Glass

MCM Rattan Cage Pendant Chandelier with Interior Shade after Franco Albini
MCM Rattan Cage Pendant Chandelier with Interior Shade after Franco Albini

MCM Rattan Cage Pendant Chandelier with Interior Shade after Franco Albini

By Franco Albini

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome vintage MCM, Mid-Century Modern, rattan bird cage style pendant chandelier with interior drum shade after Franco Albini. It is in fabulous vintage condition with normal age ...

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

Materials

Metal

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Mcm Pendant Lighting For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of mcm pendant lighting for your home. Frequently made of glass, metal and brass, every item from our selection of mcm pendant lighting was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of mcm pendant lighting — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An object in our assortment of mcm pendant lighting, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Folk Art style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of mcm pendant lighting that is appealing in its simplicity, but Carlo Nason, Mazzega Murano and Fulvio Bianconi produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mcm Pendant Lighting?

Prices for a piece of mcm pendant lighting start at $425 and top out at $6,995 with the average selling for $2,198.

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.

Questions About Mcm Pendant Lighting

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A swag pendant light is a fixture that hangs from the ceiling and provides an often inexpensive light source while taking up very little space. Swag pendant lights take up little space — the fixture is typically a bare or shaded socket that is suspended from the ceiling by way of a robust metal chain or cord. A swag pendant also offers a variety of installation options and can enhance the overall look of the room. Shop a range of antique and vintage swag pendant lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Mini pendant lights are scaled-down versions of pendant lights that dangle from an overhead support. Unique mini-pendant lights are a wonderful way to set the ambiance for an entire space because they dangle in mid-air. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique pendant lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Here are what the parts of a pendant light are called: The part that attaches to the ceiling is the mounting strap, and the canopy is the part that covers it. A chain usually connects the canopy to the rest of the light at a point called the hanging loop. At the end of the chain is the socket that holds the pendant light's bulb. On many pendants, a shade surrounds the bulb and diffuses light to soften the illumination produced by the fixtures. Shop a range of pendant lights on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The difference between pendant lights and chandeliers is not complicated. In terms of both style and function, chandeliers are not that different from pendant lights. The difference between a chandelier and pendant light is not how they look but rather the way in which they hang. Chandeliers are suspended with multiple branches that hold many bulbs while pendants typically dangle from one central cord or chain. Chandeliers tend to be more intricate and fancier, so if you're looking for something luxurious, then this might work best. With pendants, you’re likely to find a variety of examples in minimalistic modern styles; these would make great additions to any office space because of their versatility like being able to turn them on/off with ease. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pendant lights and chandeliers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, you can put a pendant light above a kitchen sink. However, if you don’t already have a light receptacle in place, you may need to hire a professional electrician to run wiring to the area. Also, ensure that there is at least 30 to 36 inches of clearance below the light, so you can stand at the sink. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pendant lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
    Chandeliers have multiple arms or light sources branching from a central body, while pendants are typically a single fixture suspended from a cord, chain or rod.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Where you hang a pendant light over a kitchen sink is largely a matter of personal preference. If you're installing a new light fixture, consider where you most need task lighting. You may find it better to hang the lamp off to one side to illuminate a food prep area. Generally, there should be 35 to 40 inches of space between the bottom of the pendant and the countertop to allow for adequate clearance. On 1stDibs, find a collection of pendant lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, glass pendant lights get dusty. However, all lighting fixtures will eventually gather dust. Regularly wiping your pendant lights can reduce the presence of dust. Shop a variety of glass pendant lights on 1stDibs.