$2,600
H 1 in Dm 1 in
Triple Colored Glazed Pierced Pottery Ceramic Shades Pendant Light Fixture MINT!
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Rockaway, NJ
pendant Danish modern light fixture. Each pendant measure 5x11". Pierced ceramic pattern. Blue yellow
Brass
1960's Mid-Century Danish Modern Slat Rosewood Chandelier
By Maria Lindeman, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sciolari Lighting, Hans Bergström
Located in Burbank, CA
and has a beautiful clean Scandinavian design. It’s an original Danish Modern light fixture, and has
Rosewood
$1,200
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light Fixture with Teak Frame Shade MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light Fixture with Teak Frame Shade MINT!
Smoked Glass, Teak
$3,200
H 25 in W 25 in D 25 in
Danish Mid Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier 5 Frosted Glass Shades MINT!
By Paul McCobb, Robert Sonneman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier 5 Frosted Glass Shades MINT!
Brass
$3,606
H 52 in Dm 12.8 in
Unique Handcrafted Danish Ceramic Pendant Jette Hellerøe Light Fixture, 1970s
By Jette Hellerøe
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful color and good size Danish hand crafted fixture with chestnut leaf pattern. If you are
Iron
Paavo Tynell Style Flush Mount Light Fixture Chandelier Mid Century Modern
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Atlanta, GA
Paavo Tynell Style Flush Mount Light Fixture, circa 1950s. Rewired and ready to mount.
Brass
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.5 in W 111 in D 7.5 in
XL Mid-Century Modern Teak Light Fixture by Kristian Frederiksen for Torring
By Torring Mobelfabrik
Located in San Diego, CA
XL Mid-Century Modern teak wall mounted light fixture by Kristian Frederiksen for Torring, circa
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Hand Blown Cased Red Teardrop Glass Pendant Light Fixture
By Fog and Morup
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This handcrafted cased glass pendant light fixture is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in
Blown Glass
Mid-Century Modern Hand Blown Cased Yellow or Gold Glass Pendant Light Fixture
By Fog and Morup
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This handcrafted cased glass pendant light fixture is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in
Blown Glass
$2,800
H 49 in W 10.38 in D 3.13 in
Modernist Solid Brass Double Cylinder Pendant Light Fixture, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modernist double pendant light executed in solid brass, attributed to Jo Hammerborg for Fog &
Brass
Pair of Danish Pine Flush Mounts, Circa 1970s
By Louis Poulsen
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pair of vintage Danish modern flush mount light fixtures made of pine with metal grids that are
Metal
Pair of Grey and White Lamps by Preben Dahl
By Preben Dahl
Located in New Haven, CT
This incredible pair of Danish modern light fixtures was designed by Preben Dahl for Hans Følsgaard
Metal
Unavailable
H 15.5 in Dm 6 in
Danish Modern Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Double Pendant Light Fixture
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Mount Penn, PA
A fairly rare Midcentury light fixture with two suspended pendants by Poul Henningsen for Louis
Enamel, Metal
Five Vintage Danish Enamel Metal Pendant Light Fixtures, circa 1960
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Houston, TX
Five vintage Danish Minimalist pendant light fixtures designed by Fog and Mørup circa 1960. Each
Metal
Amazing 1960s Scandinavian Purple Cased Glass Light Fixture
Located in Victoria, British Columbia
Gorgeous Scandinavian dark purple cased glass light fixture, selling it as is with no light socket
Glass
Unavailable
H 12 in W 19 in D 19 in
Pair of Fog and Morup Vintage Unused Midcentury White Hanging Light Fixture
By Fog and Morup
Located in Tulsa, OK
This is a vintage pair of midcentury hanging light fixtures by Fog and Morup Denmark. These are in
Metal
Danish Modern Light Fixture
By Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
One of Poul Henningsen's designs for Louis Poulsen, this matt white-enameled aluminum light fixture
Aluminum
Vintage Teak and Brass Mid Century Danish Modern Light Fixture Chandelier
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice mid century modern pendant light fixture
Danish Modern Pendant Light
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Most iconic Danish modern light fixture. Powder coated and glare free. Professional, skilled
Metal
Triple Colored Pottery Ceramic Shades Pendant Light
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Triple pendant Danish modern light fixture. Each pendant measure 5x11". Pierced ceramic
Brass
Mid Century Tri-Color Glass Pendant Light Chandelier
Located in Astoria, NY
A Danish Modern light fixture with three glass shades, each a different color, suspended from a
Glass, Wood
Danish Modern Pendant Light Fixture
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This brass-plated aluminium pendant casts ample light for your dining table, workspace, etc.
Aluminum, Copper
Pair of Danish Modern Pendant Light Fixtures or Chandeliers
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Danish Modern Pendant Light Fixtures or Chandeliers, circa 1950's. The fixtures, as seen
Metal, Brass
Danish Modern Teak Hanging Light Fixture ca. 1960s
Located in Peabody, MA
Danish Modern hanging light fixture with teak framework. Retractable spring coil pulley system
Teak
Five-Globe Danish Modern Walnut and Brass Light Fixture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice vintage Danish modern style chandelier with 5 satin finish globes.
Danish Two-Pendant Light Fixture by Holmegaard
By Holmegaard
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Danish two-pendant light fixture by Holmegaard with teak trim and glass shades. Scandinavian
Glass, Teak
Holmegaard Glass Pendant Orb Light Fixture
By Holmegaard
Located in New Windsor, NY
Beautiful vermillion glass and teak fixture by Holmegaard Glass, Denmark. Complete with ceiling
Glass, Blown Glass, Teak
Verner Panton Style Moon Wall Sconce Light Fixture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Period/Style: Danish Modern Country: Denmark Date
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Twisted Fir Veneer Light Fixture
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stamford, CT
A hanging twisted Fir veneer lantern by Swedish designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson (1919 -2009), Circa 1960's.
Fir
Scandinavian Light Fixture in Teak and Rope Fog & Morup
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For you consideration a vintage hanging fixture. Teak and hanging rope chandelier by Fog & Morup
Scandinavian Tear Drop Sky Blue Cased Glass Pendant Light Fixture
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Prescolite, Holmegaard, Fog & Mørup
Located in New Windsor, NY
Sky blue and white cased glass hanging light fixture with wood finial. The bulb socket bares the
Glass, Wood
Sold
H 9.75 in W 17.5 in D 17 in
'8' Jørgen Rasmussen & Ole Meyer for Louis Poulsen "Pyramid" Light Fixtures
By Louis Poulsen, Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Danish design history into your space with the "Pyramid" Light Fixture – a harmonious blend of form
Metal
Verner Panton Light Fixture/Chandelier Made Up Ten Red Orange Flowerpot Lamps
By Louis Poulsen, Verner Panton
Located in Kansas City, MO
A cluster of ten vintage Verner Panton for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, Flowerpots in red/orange enamel
Three-Light Fixtures in the Style of Hans Agne Jakobsson, Schweden, 1960
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Rijssen, NL
A rare multi-globe Mid-Century Modern set of a chandelier and two wall lights with clear glass
Brass
Svend Middelboe Danish Mid-Century Modern 'Verona' Pendant
By Nordisk Solar Co., Svend Middelboe
Located in Astoria, NY
Danish Mid-Century Modern 'Verona' pendant light fixture created by Svend Middelboe for the Nordisk
Metal
Champagne Glass Shade Danish Modern Light Fixture
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Danish mid-century modern light fixture chandelier.
Scandinavian Pendant Light
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Danish modern light fixture in the style of Poul Henningsen. Purple inner reflector
Scandinavian Pendant Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique and rare Danish modern light fixture. A silvery finish, bell shape and checkerboard cut-outs
Danish Modern Pendant Light Fixture with Fir Slats
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This conical piece boasts a fir slat exoskeleton and a linen shade lining inside. When light is on
Fir
Mid-Century Danish Modern Fully Adjustable Sconce Light Fixture
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gerald Thurston Danish modern wall sconce.
Danish Three-Pendant Light Fixture by Holmegaard
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, three-pendant light fixture with walnut trim. Measurements of a single pendant 17" H x
Glass, Walnut
Sold
H 16 in W 20 in D 10 in
Walnut Frosted Glass Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Hanging Light Fixture Scones
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Danish modern wall sconce. Adjustable height and swiveling angle.
Glass, Teak, Walnut
Vintage Danish Teak and Brass Fiesta Pendant Light Fixture
By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Located in San Jose, CA
., Denmark circa 1960's. This hanging light fixture features a rounded dome shape in brass and teak. The
Brass
A Poul Henningsen 'Kontrast' Hanging Light Fixture
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage Kontrast hanging light, produced circa 1960s by noted Danish lighting designer Poul
Metal
Frits Schlegel for Lyfa First Edition Light Fixture
By Lyfa
Located in Norwalk, CT
A spun brass 'rise and fall' ceiling light. Designed for Lyfa. Denmark, c. 1950s.
Brass
Arne Jacobsen for Munkegårds Flush Mount Light Fixture
By Arne Jacobsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
for Louis Poulsen, and sourced from Denmark.
Brass
Danish Modern Light Fixture
Located in Hudson, NY
Hanging light fixture, Danish modern, with three globes of colored glass by Holmegaard, suspended
Mid Century Modern Danish Style 6 Light Fixture
Located in Hialeah, FL
A Mid Century Modern Danish Style 6 Light Fixture. Spun Plastic Shades.
Plastic, Wood
French Mid Century Modern 8 Light Danish Style Fixture
Located in Hialeah, FL
A French Mid Century Modern 8 Light Suspended Fixture, Danish Style.
Wood, Plastic
French Mid Century Modern 5 Light Fixture, Danish Style
Located in Hialeah, FL
A French Mid Century Modern 5 Light Fixture, Danish Style. Spun Plastic Shades, Wood Frame.
Wood, Plastic
Bostlund Danish Hanging Light Fixture
By Lotte and Gunnar Bostlund
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Fixture designed by Lotte, Gunnar and Morten Bostlund. Schooled and trained in the finest Danish
French Mid Century Modern 6 Light Fixture, Danish Style
Located in Hialeah, FL
French mid century modern 6 light fixture, textured plastic shades. Danish style.
Wood, Plastic
Pair of Danish 1930s-40s Ceiling Light Fixtures
Located in Hudson, NY
The fixtures of clear and opaline glass; Circa 1930s-40s
Opaline Glass
French Mid Century Danish Style 5 Light Fixture
Located in Hialeah, FL
French Mid Century Danish Style Fixture, 5 Light.
Wood, Plastic
Danish Four Arm Light Fixture of Chrome and Pressed Glass Globes
Located in Hudson, NY
The light with a center stem issuing four arms ending in pressed glass globes
Crystal, Chrome
Sold
H 6.5 in Dm 15.7 in
Duo Crystal and Brass Light Fixture, 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Light
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Modern light fixture with double crystal glass shades, brass tops and crossbar. This light fixture is
Brass
Light Fixture by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light fixture in glass and brass by Poul Henningsen.
1960's Eight Arms Light Fixture
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Eight arm rosewood light fixture; each arm with glass shade and chrome details
Chrome
Pair of 1950s-1960s Textured Glass Light Fixtures
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of German brass and textured glass 1950-1960 chandeliers by Doria. The chandelier comprised of textured glass cylinders around a brass core with a textured glass inset on the un...
Brass
Rare Chrome and Glass Ball Light Fixture att. Verner Panton
By Verner Panton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare cascading chrome and glass ball light fixture attributed to celebrated Danish designer Verner
Danish Modern Light Fixture
Located in Stamford, CT
Danish Mid-Century Modern five-light fixture with frosted glass shades and brass accents.
Brass
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.
Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
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