What are chandelier pendants?

You’ll often see chandeliers with elaborate glass ornamentation serving as a decoration. Quite frequently these glass pendants that hang from the light are called a prism. These pieces add luxe glamour to the light fixture, while also catching illumination and scattering it. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary chandeliers from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

What’s the difference between a pendant and chandelier?

The difference between a pendant and a chandelier is that pendants are typically suspended from a cord or chain with a single light on the end and chandeliers are suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends.

What is the difference between a pendant light and a chandelier?

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.

Midcentury Pendant Chandelier

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Large 195s Austrian Mid-Century Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

-century chandelier. Newly rewired.

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Enamel

Large 195s Austrian Mid-Century Chandelier

H 36 in Dm 31.5 in

French Midcentury Pendant Chandelier, 1950s

By Atelier Design

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French midcentury pendant chandelier, France, 1950s. Glass & chrome. Height : 23.6"(60cm) can be

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

French Midcentury Pendant Chandelier, 1950s

H 23.63 in Dm 16.54 in

ARLUS French Mid-century Chandelier, 1950s

By Atelier Design

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Mid-century chandelier by Arlus (Paris), France, 1950s. 3 lights. Original shades on their

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

ARLUS French Mid-century Chandelier, 1950s

H 24.41 in W 17.33 in D 11.42 in

Lunel French Mid-Century Chandelier, 1950s

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French mid-century chandelier by Lunel (Paris), France, 1950s. Brass, metal and glass. Measures

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Lunel French Mid-Century Chandelier, 1950s

H 24.41 in W 19.3 in D 3.15 in

Mid-Century Chandelier Style Sauze Reggiani, Italy 1960s

By Reggiani, Max Sauze

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Mid-Century Chandelier Style Sauze Reggiani, Italy 1960s. 9 e27 sockets

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Chandelier Style Sauze Reggiani, Italy 1960s

H 28.35 in Dm 24.41 in

Mid Century Chandelier Bamboo Brass Italian Design 1950

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Mid century chandelier bamboo brass Italian design 1950. 1 Light Bub E27 Max 80 Watt.

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid Century Chandelier Bamboo Brass Italian Design 1950

H 39.38 in Dm 20.87 in

Large Mid-Century Chandelier, 1950s

By Atelier Design

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Large Mid-century chandelier, 1950s. Teak, brass and glass. 3 beautiful double glass shades. white

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Mid-Century Chandelier, 1950s

H 51.19 in Dm 16.15 in

Mid-century Chandelier by Kamenicky Senov, 1960‘s

By Kamenicky Senov

Located in Praha, CZ

Beautiful mid-century chandelier made of glass and brass. Fully functional. Good original

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

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Brass

Mid-century Chandelier by Kamenicky Senov, 1960‘s

H 32.29 in Dm 21.66 in

Vistosi Italian Mid-Century Chandelier Murano Art Glass, 1960

By Gino Vistosi

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Amazing vistosi Italian mid-century chandelier murano art glass.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Vistosi Italian Mid-Century Chandelier Murano Art Glass, 1960

H 21.66 in Dm 21.66 in

Arlus French Mid-Century Chandelier, 1950s

By Atelier Design

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French mid-century chandelier by Arlus (Paris), France, 1950s. Same period as Lunel and Stilnovo. 6

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Arlus French Mid-Century Chandelier, 1950s

H 20.67 in W 39.77 in D 13 in

Mid-Century Chandelier signed Sciolari, Brass and Chrome, Italy 1960

By Sciolari Lighting

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Mid-Century Chandelier signed Sciolari, Brass and Chrome, Italy 1960. brass and chrome patinated. 8

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Chrome

Mid-Century Chandelier signed Sciolari, Brass and Chrome, Italy 1960

H 97 in W 58 in D 58 in

Mid-Century Chandelier Pendant Blue Glass Style Fontana Arte, Italy, 1960

By Fontana Arte

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Mid-century chandelier blue glass style Fontana Arte, Italy, 1960s 5 E14 bulbs. chrome in

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Mid-Century Chandelier Pendant Blue Glass Style Fontana Arte, Italy, 1960

H 23.63 in Dm 13 in

Mid-Century Chandelier Blue Glass Style Fontana Arte, Italy, 1960

By Fontana Arte

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Mid-Century chandelier blue glass style Fontana Arte, Italy, 1960s 5 E14 bulbs. rewired. chrome

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Mid-Century Chandelier Blue Glass Style Fontana Arte, Italy, 1960

H 27.56 in Dm 15.75 in

Amazing Cascade Vistosi Mid-century Chandelier Green Murano Parts Glass 1950s

By Vistosi

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Amazing Cascade Vistosi Mid-century Chandelier Green Murano Parts Glass 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Amazing Cascade Vistosi Mid-century Chandelier Green Murano Parts Glass 1950s

H 39.38 in Dm 15.75 in

Jean Perzel French Mid-Century Chandelier Brass and Glass 1950s Gold Crystal

By Atelier Jean Perzel

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Jean Perzel French mid-century chandelier brass and glass 1950s gold crystal.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Jean Perzel French Mid-Century Chandelier Brass and Glass 1950s Gold Crystal

H 45.28 in Dm 23.63 in

Mid-Century Chandelier Pendant Frosted Glass, Brass by Angelo Brotto, Italy 1960

By Angelo Brotto

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Mid-century chandelier pendant. Frosted and textured glass sphere and Brass Ornaments. by Italian

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers ...

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Brass

Mid-Century Chandelier Pendant Frosted Glass, Brass by Angelo Brotto, Italy 1960

H 27.56 in Dm 12.6 in

Mid-Century Chandelier Pia Guidetti Crippa for Lumi, Italie 1960 Large Version

By Pia Guidetti Crippa, Lumi

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Mid-century chandelier Pia Guidetti Crippa for Lumi, Italie 1960. Largest Version ! thick

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Mid-Century Chandelier Pia Guidetti Crippa for Lumi, Italie 1960 Large Version

H 31.5 in Dm 23.63 in

Max Sauze Lightolier Brass & Walnut Mid Century Chandelier

By Max Sauze

Located in Countryside, IL

Max Sauze lightolier brass & walnut mid century chandelier This piece measures: 23 wide x 23

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Max Sauze Lightolier Brass & Walnut Mid Century Chandelier

H 12 in W 23 in D 23 in

Italian Mid-Century Chandelier Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, 1945s

By Guglielmo Ulrich

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Magnificent Italian mid-century chandelier attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich from the 1945s. The

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Italian Mid-Century Chandelier Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, 1945s

H 45.28 in Dm 26.78 in

Mid-Century Chandelier

Located in Washington, DC

Eight branch silver plated and black chandelier. Re-wired to US specifications.

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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Silver Plate

Mid-Century Chandelier

H 28 in W 26 in D 26 in

Mid Century Chandelier

Located in Montreal, QC

Polished brass, mirror and crystal eight light chandelier.

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Vintage 1950s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Mid Century Chandelier

H 41 in Dm 29 in

Mid Century Chandelier

By Maison Baguès

Located in Montreal, QC

Gilt metal, glass and mirror nineteen forties French six light chandelier. Possibly by Bagues.

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Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid Century Chandelier

H 28 in Dm 24 in

Mid-Century Chandelier in Murano Glass And Brass Attributed to P. Venini 1970s

By Venini

Located in Palermo, IT

Mid-Century Chandelier in Murano glass and brass attributed to P.aolo Venini ,1970s. Purchased by

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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Chandelier in Murano Glass And Brass Attributed to P. Venini 1970s

H 39.38 in Dm 15.75 in

Italian Mid-Century Chandelier by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, 1940s

By Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Elegant and stylish Italian mid-century chandelier of Pietro Chiesa per Fontana Arte, from the

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Italian Mid-Century Chandelier by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, 1940s

H 21.66 in W 17.72 in D 4.73 in

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1950s

By Zukov

Located in Praha, CZ

Design glass and brass three-flamming chandelier made in Czechoslovakia in 1950s. Very good

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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1950s

H 22.05 in Dm 19.69 in

French Mid Century Chandelier

Located in Fairfax, VA

Simple but elegant, mid centry six light bronze, glass and wood chandelier. Professionally

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

French Mid Century Chandelier

H 25.5 in W 34.5 in D 16.5 in

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1969

Located in Praha, CZ

- made in Czechoslovakia - made of metal, glass - re-polished - fully functional - good, original condition.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1969

H 39.38 in W 8.27 in D 8.27 in

Mid-Century Chandelier, Italy, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

Three-flamming chandelier made of steel and blown glass attributed to Murano glass. Polished

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Mid-Century Chandelier, Italy, 1970s

H 36.23 in Dm 15.75 in

Italian Mid-Century Chandelier, 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Chandelier with stylized glass elements on a brushed nickel frame.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

Italian Mid-Century Chandelier, 1960s

H 29.53 in Dm 11.82 in

Elegant French Mid-Century Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. We also have our own line of wrought iron reproduction sconces and chandeliers, or we could do your

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Elegant French Mid-Century Chandelier

H 26 in W 23 in D 23 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Chandelier, 1960s

Located in Oslo, NO

Beautiful and two-armed chandelier in brass, perforated steel and opaline glass. Most likely

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Steel

Scandinavian Mid-Century Chandelier, 1960s

H 23.63 in W 13.39 in D 4.34 in

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1960's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of glass, brass 5x E27 or E26 bulb Re-polished With aged patina Fully functional Good original condition US wiring compatible.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1960's

H 30.32 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1970's

Located in Praha, CZ

- made in german - made of metal, glass - re-polished - fully functional - good, original condition.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1970's

H 16.93 in W 18.12 in D 17.72 in

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1960´s

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Wood, Metal and Glass 4x40W, E27 or E26 Bulb Repolished With Aged Patina Original Condition US Wiring Compatible.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1960´s

H 24.41 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1960´s

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Wood, Chrome and Glass 3xE27 or E26 Bulb US Wiring Compatible With aged Patina.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1960´s

H 20.87 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in

Mid Century Chandelier, 1960´S

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Chrome, Glass and Wood Good original Condition Re-polished Has aged Patina US wiring compatible 5x40w, e27 or e26 Bulb.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Mid Century Chandelier, 1960´S

H 23.23 in W 24.41 in D 24.41 in

Mid Century Chandelier, 1970´s

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of metal, glass and wood Original condition Re-polished US wiring copatible 5x60w, e27 or e26 Bulb.

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid Century Chandelier, 1970´s

H 28.75 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1970's

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, metal, glass - Re-polished - Fully functional - Good, original condition.

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1970's

H 26.38 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1960‘s

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of glass, chrome 5x40W,E26 or E27 socket New cabling With aged patina Re-polished Fully functional Original condition.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Mid-Century Chandelier, 1960‘s

H 29.93 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

Mid-century Chandelier , 1960‘s.

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Glass,Metal With Aged Patina Fully Functional Original condition

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-century Chandelier , 1960‘s.

H 18.51 in W 11.82 in D 19.69 in

Mid-Century Chandelier by Austrolux

By Austroluxe

Located in Vienna, AT

Steel frame chromed with 18 glass elements fitted with seven E14 sockets also LED possible. Made by Austrolux, Vienna in the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Mid-Century Chandelier by Austrolux

H 23.63 in Dm 15.75 in

Large Cascading 12 Light Mid Century Chandelier with Colored Glass Bell Shades

By Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Impressive Mid Century chandelier, having hanging glass globes, suspended from a large ceiling

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

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Metal

Large Cascading 12 Light Mid Century Chandelier with Colored Glass Bell Shades

H 112 in Dm 18 in

Murano glass Mid-Century Chandelier, Italy

By AVMazzega

Located in Dallas, TX

Large Mid Century Modern Murano glass chandelier, attributed to Mazzega, Italy 1970s. The vintage

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Murano glass Mid-Century Chandelier, Italy

H 55.12 in Dm 31.5 in

Elegant mid century chandelier from Germany

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant 1950's chandelier from Germany, the patina is allot nicer in person, on the picture it look

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Elegant mid century chandelier from Germany

H 24 in W 27 in D 27 in

Mid-Century Chandelier by Polam, 1970s

By Polam

Located in Herentals, BE

Chandelier with chrome frame and 6 pleated sleeves in brushed stainless steel with a partial yellow

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Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stainless Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Chandelier by Polam, 1970s

H 22.84 in Dm 14.97 in

Mid-Century Chandelier by Drukov, 1950s

By Drukov

Located in Praha, CZ

6-flamming chandelier made of copper and chrome plated metal and glass shades. Glass shades in

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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper, Chrome

Mid-Century Chandelier by Drukov, 1950s

H 27.96 in Dm 18.12 in

Mid-Century Chandelier/Lidokov, 1970's

By Lidokov

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Glass,Metal 4x40W,E27 or E26 bulb re-polished Original condition US wiring compatible.

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Chandelier/Lidokov, 1970's

H 31.5 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Mid-Century Chandelier by Drukov, 1970s

By Drukov

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia. Made of glass, lacquered metal, brass. 6x 60W,E27 or E26 bulb. With aged patina. US wiring compatible. Fully functional. Re-polished.

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Chandelier by Drukov, 1970s

H 27.96 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Mid-Century Chandelier /Napako, 1950´s

By Napako

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of wood, metal and glass New Cabling 4x40W, E27 or E26 Bulb Repolished Good original condition US wiring compatible.

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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Chandelier /Napako, 1950´s

H 27.17 in W 24.81 in D 24.81 in

Mid-Century Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1970's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made of glass, metal 5x E27 or E26 socket With aged patina Re-polished Original condition.

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1970's

H 28.35 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in

Mid-Century Chandelier / Lidokov, 1960's

By Lidokov

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of glass, chrome, brass 3x60W, E27 or E26 bulb With aged patina Re-polished Good Original condition US wiring compatible.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Chrome

Mid-Century Chandelier / Lidokov, 1960's

H 16.93 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in

Mid-Century Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1960's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made of glass, brass, metal New cabling 3x40W,E27 or E269 bulb With aged patina Re-polished Original condition US wiring compatible.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1960's

H 24.81 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Mid-Century Chandelier/Drupol, 1970's

By Drupol

Located in Praha, CZ

- made in Czechoslovakia - made of metal, glass - re-polished - fully functional - good, original condition.

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Chandelier/Drupol, 1970's

H 27.96 in W 16.54 in D 5.52 in

Mid-Century Chandelier by Lidokov, 1960s

By Lidokov

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of glass, lacquered metal, chrome 5x60W, E27 or E26 bulb Re-polished Fully Functional Good Original condition US wiring compatible.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Chandelier by Lidokov, 1960s

H 28.75 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in

Mid-Century Chandelier/Lidokov, 1970's

By Lidokov

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Glass,Chrome,Lacquered Metal With aged patina(see Foto) 3x40W,E27 or E26 bulb Re-polished Fully Functional US wiring compatible Good Original co...

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Chandelier/Lidokov, 1970's

H 25.6 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in

Mid-Century Chandelier/ Lidokov, 1960's

By Lidokov

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of glass, metal - Re-polished - Fully functional - Good, original condition.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Chandelier/ Lidokov, 1960's

H 31.11 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Mid-Century Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1950's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made of glass, chrome, plastic New Cabling 3x 40W,E27 or E26 socket With aged patina Re-polished Original condition.

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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1950's

H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Mid-Century Chandelier/Zukov, 1960's

By Zukov

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of glass, chrome, metal With aged patina New cabling 3x40W,E26 or E27 socket Original condition.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Chandelier/Zukov, 1960's

H 32.29 in W 23.23 in D 23.23 in

Mid-Century Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1960's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made of glass, chrome, wood 5x E27 or E26 socket Re-polished Fully Functional Original condition.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Mid-Century Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1960's

H 36.23 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in

Mid-Century Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll

By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar

Located in Vienna, AT

Ceiling, frame in brass and colored metal. Eight arms, decorated with glass balls. Height about 63 cm diameter is approximately 52 cm.

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll

H 24.81 in Dm 20.48 in

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Midcentury Pendant Chandelier For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the midcentury pendant chandelier you’re looking for. A midcentury pendant chandelier — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. There are 52622 variations of the antique or vintage midcentury pendant chandelier you’re looking for, while we also have 3427 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect midcentury pendant chandelier — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A midcentury pendant chandelier is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, industrial and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made midcentury pendant chandelier over the years, but those crafted by Stilnovo, Gaetano Sciolari and Venini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Midcentury Pendant Chandelier?

A midcentury pendant chandelier can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,449, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $750,000.

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 and vintage 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 (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), 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.

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 whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — 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.

Questions About Midcentury Pendant Chandelier

What are chandelier pendants?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
You’ll often see chandeliers with elaborate glass ornamentation serving as a decoration. Quite frequently these glass pendants that hang from the light are called a prism. These pieces add luxe glamour to the light fixture, while also catching illumination and scattering it. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary chandeliers from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
What’s the difference between a pendant and chandelier?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The difference between a pendant and a chandelier is that pendants are typically suspended from a cord or chain with a single light on the end and chandeliers are suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends.
What is the difference between a pendant light and a chandelier?
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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.

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