Molecular Chandelier by Kalmar
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Chicago, IL
Chandelier by Kalmar, intersecting rods joined to form sculptural sphere.
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Chrome
Molecular Chandelier by Kalmar
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Chicago, IL
Chandelier by Kalmar, intersecting rods joined to form sculptural sphere.
Chrome
Molecular Chandelier by Kaiser with Hand Blown Opaline Glass
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Rijssen, NL
Gorgeous Kaiser chandelier with a molecular structure. A brass central body is surround by 8 hand
Brass, Steel
Molecular Chandelier by Kaiser with Hand Blown Amber Glass
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Rijssen, NL
Gorgeous Kaiser chandelier with a molecular structure. A brass central body is surround by 6
Brass, Steel
Twelve-Globe Gloss Black Molecular Chandelier by Kaiser Leuchten
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Stamford, CT
Kaiser Leuchten Germany, 1970s Gorgeous Kaiser chandelier with a molecular structure, much more
Chrome
Molecular Chandelier by Kaiser with Six Smoked Hand Blown Glass Globes
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Rijssen, NL
Gorgeous Kaiser chandelier with a molecular structure. A brass central body is surround by 6
Brass, Steel
Indoor / Outdoor Molecular Hanging Light Sculpture Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Studio Lloyd’s exclusive handcrafted light sculptures are made to order. The organic shapes are being created by the use of a mathematical formula which makes it hard to copy the des...
Rope, Fabric, Wood
$18,475
H 18 in Dm 55 in
Custom Exclusive Polished Nickel & Murano Glass Molecular Snowflake Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and dramatic polished Nickel and Handblown Murano glass Molecular "Snowflake
Gold, Nickel
Custom Polished Brass and Murano Glass Molecular "Snowflake" Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and dramatic polished brass and handblown Murano glass molecular "Snowflake" was
Brass
$14,475
H 19 in Dm 51 in
Modernist Polished Gunmetal and Murano Glass Molecular "Snowflake" Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and dramatic polished gunmetal and hand blown Murano glass molecular "Snowflake" was
Gold, Bronze
$2,524
H 27.56 in Dm 14.97 in
Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opal, Brass
$6,131 / item
H 63 in Dm 59.06 in
Molecular Extra Large Black Lacquer Chandelier, 150 cm, Philippe Starck Style
By Philippe Starck
Located in Bochum, NRW
Molecular amazing Extra Large Black Lacquer Chandelier in the Style of Philippe Starck - 18-Light
Metal
$55,000 / item
H 472 in Dm 472 in
Indoor / Outdoor Molecular Hanging Light Sculpture Chandelier by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
Studio Lloyd’s exclusive handcrafted light sculptures are made to order. The organic shapes are being created by the use of a mathematical formula which makes it hard to copy the des...
Rope
Space Age Chrome and Opaline Glass Molecular Globe Chandelier, 1970's
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
A striking 1970's chandelier featuring multiple white opaline glass globes clustered on a polished
Chrome
$2,945
H 29.53 in W 21.66 in D 17.72 in
Kaiser Green Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opal, Metal
$2,284 / item
H 28.35 in Dm 14.97 in
1 of 3 Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Metal
$250,000 / item
H 118 in Dm 118 in
Indoor / Outdoor Bohemian Molecular Hanging Light Sculpture by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
Studio Lloyd’s exclusive handcrafted light sculptures are made to order. The organic shapes are being created by the use of a mathematical formula which makes it hard to copy the des...
Rope
1 of 2 Sputnik Molecular Shape Pendant Light, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opal, Metal, Chrome
Black Kaiser Molecular Chandelier with Satin Opal Glass
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Stamford, CT
Gorgeous Kaiser chandelier with a molecular structure, much more dense visually than comparable
Metal
Molecular Modern Chrome Chandelier with 12 Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Retie, BE
Modern chandelier of chrome with opaline glass globes - Molecular chandelier. The chrome of this
Chrome
Mid-Century Atomic Chandeliers with 12 Lights, 3 Pieces Available
Located in Retie, BE
3 Midcentury atomic chandeliers with 12 handblown opaline glass globes. 12-armed molecular space
Chrome
Unavailable
H 13.78 in Dm 29.93 in
Chandelier by Gebrüder Cosack, Molecular Optic, as Wall-Lamp or Ceiling-Lamp
By Gebrüder Cosack
Located in Nürnberg, Bavaria
Chandelier by Gebrüder Cosack in molecular optic, silver chromed Space Age sputnik. Can be mounted
Plastic
Unavailable
H 25.2 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Midcentury Metal Ceiling Lamp Designed by Cubic Sciolari-Roma
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Vienna, AT
Molecular Chandelier (1955) produced by Stilnovo, for instance, showcases his penchant for blending
Aluminum
Unavailable
H 14.57 in Dm 59.06 in
Atomic Pendant Round Light in Brass and Steel w/ Glossy White Finish
By Delightfull
Located in New York, NY
Atomic round chandelier was inspired by the molecular composition of the atom as a nod to the
Steel, Brass
Aluminum with Bakelite Molecular Chandelier
Located in Ferndale, MI
Aluminum with Bakelite Molecular Chandelier. Studio Design and Manufacture.
Molecular Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
newly chrome plated brass six lamp chandelier
Molecular Chandelier II
Located in Los Angeles, CA
newly chrome plated brass four lamp chandelier, satin glass bulb covers
Molecular Chandelier by Kalmar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kalmar of Austria created this large chandelier.
Aluminum, Chrome
Atomic Age Two-Tiered Molecular Chandelier in Chrome
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern molecular style chandelier with a two-tiered chrome structure and white glass
Chrome
Striking Molecular Chandelier, Space Age Designed by Robert Haussmann
By Robert Haussmann, Swisslamps International AG
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 19 lights, polished aluminum with plastic connectors large chandelier by Robert
Aluminum
1970s German Molecular Chandelier with 12 Opal Glass Globes
Located in London, GB
This is 1970s German chandelier featuring a brass frame and twelve opal glass globes. The design is
Brass
1 of the 7 Molecular Chandeliers by VEB, Amber Glass Globes
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 7 gorgeous chandeliers with a molecular structure, a brass central body is surround by 6
Glass
Molecular Chrome 18 Light Chandelier
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Molecular shaped chrome chandelier with 18 milk glass globes
Chrome
George Kovacs Molecular Style Chrome Chandelier
Located in Astoria, NY
George Kovacs Mid-Century Modern Molecular Style Chrome Chandelier. 12" H x 17" W x 17" D.
Chrome
George Kovacs Molecular Style Chandelier in Chrome
By George Kovacs
Located in Astoria, NY
George Kovacs Mid-century modern Molecular Style chandelier with chrome structure. The piece is in
Chrome
Large 1950's Stilnovo chandelier with molecular structure.
Located in New York, NY
Stilnovo 1950's chandelier is iconic as it is timeless. Made with twelve glass globes on a brass
Glass
1960's Molecular Form Sputnik Chandelier in Chrome
Located in Hanover, MA
Watson & Crick would be proud to hang this tubular chrome sputnik chandelier in the form of a
Chrome, Steel
Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opal, Brass
Sold
H 31.5 in W 24.41 in D 17.33 in
Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opal
Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opal, Brass
Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opal, Brass
Sold
H 31.5 in W 24.41 in D 17.33 in
Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opal
Stunning Mid-Century Molecular Sputnik Chandelier with Murano Glass Adornments
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modernist chandelier features a Sputnik design emanating from a central
Sold
H 27.56 in Dm 14.97 in L 27.56 in
Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opal, Brass
Sold
H 27.56 in W 24.41 in D 17.33 in
Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opal, Metal
Chrome "molecular" ceiling fixtures
Located in New York, NY
Chrome "molecular" style ceiling fixture with six lights arranged around a large sphere at center
Chrome
Kalmar Molecular Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional "Molecule" pendant light composed of 10 crystal interlocking shaped forms on a polished nickel stem and ceiling cap. Stem can be lengthened or shortened upon request.
Crystal, Nickel
Sold
H 27.56 in W 24.41 in L 27.56 in
Kaiser Green Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opal, Metal
Pair of Kalmar Molecular Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
"Molecule" pendant light composed of 10 crystal interlocking shaped forms on a polished nickel stem and ceiling cap. Stem can be lengthened or shortened upon request.
Glass
Sputnik Molecular Shape Flush mount, 8 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opal, Metal, Brass
Chrome 15 Light Chandelier
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Chrome chandelier in a molecular design featuring 5 arms holding 3 candles each
Chrome
Sold
H 38.19 in Dm 35.44 in
Exceptional Original Stilnovo Serie S5050 Chandelier 12-Light, circa Late 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
can be easily contrasted with the highly balanced look of Gaetano Scolari’s molecular Stilnovo
Brass
Molecular Chandelier by Kaiser with Smoked Hand Blown Glass Globes
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Rijssen, NL
Gorgeous Kaiser chandelier with a molecular structure, much more dense visually than comparable
Brass
2 Molecular Chandeliers by VEB, Amber Glass Globes, For Taylor
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of gorgeous chandeliers with a molecular structure, a brass central body is surround by 6
Glass
1 of the 3 Molecular Chandeliers by VEB, Amber Glass Globes
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 3 chandeliers with a molecular structure, a brass central body is surround by 6 attached
Glass
CUSTOM LISTING FOR ALESSANDRA: 30" drop rod, natural brass
Located in New York, NY
price includes shipping. customer requested new drop rod for Molecular chandelier previously
Custom Polished Brass and Murano Glass Molecular "Snowflake" Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and dramatic polished brass and handblown Murano glass molecular "Snowflake" was
Brass
Custom Polished Brass and Murano Glass Molecular "Snowflake" Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and dramatic polished brass and handblown Murano glass molecular "Snowflake" was
Brass
Custom Polished Brass and Murano Glass Molecular "Snowflake" Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and dramatic polished brass and handblown Murano glass molecular "Snowflake" was
Brass
Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opaline Glass
Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opaline Glass
Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opaline Glass
Kaiser Sputnik Molecular Shape Chandelier, 12 Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik chandelier made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979. Great Atomium
Opaline Glass
Sonneman Molecular Chrome Globe Flush Mount Chandelier
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Wilton, CT
Like a UFO in descent, a glistening Robert Sonneman molecular chrome globe chandelier. The design
Metal, Chrome
Sold
H 5.52 in Dm 12.21 in
Mid-Century Italian Brass And Glass Ceiling Lamps By Gaetano Sciolari, 1970s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Bastogne, BE
designer during the 1950s. Some of his more famous works are the Molecular Chandelier (1955) for Stilnovo
Brass
Molecular Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Molecular-design chandelier with 12 lights. Nickel-plated.
Metal
Black Kaiser Molecular Chandelier with Satin Opal Glass
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Stamford, CT
Gorgeous Kaiser chandelier with a molecular structure, much more dense visually than comparable
Metal
Rare Pyramid Form Molecular Chandelier in Brass and Opal Glass
Located in Stamford, CT
A fantastic sputnik or molecular form chandelier with nine opal glass globes on a brass structure
Brass
1970s Molecular Design Hanging Light
Located in TUJUNGA, CA
Hanging light. Polished chrome with round glass bulbs. Measures 38"H as shown in photos.
Chrome
White Corkscrew Form Chandelier
Located in Stamford, CT
A fantastic sputnik or molecular form chandelier with eight opal glass globes on a white enamel
Metal
Corkscrew-Form Chrome Chandelier with Twelve Opal Glass Globes
Located in Stamford, CT
A fantastic sputnik or molecular form chandelier with twelve opal glass globes on a chrome
Chrome
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
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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