$4,117
H 31.5 in Dm 21.66 in
old chandelier in bronze and frosted glass decorated with engraved stars.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
old chandelier in bronze and frosted glass decorated with engraved stars. Very good quality
Bronze
$2,929
H 7.88 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
French Art Deco lamp by René Lalique "Rinceaux", 1930s - old chandelier
By René Lalique
Located in Paris, FR
R. Lalique Lamp, 1930s. Originally a Lalique chandelier, "Rinceaux" model, in molded white glass
Glass
Stunning Chandelier, France, 1900
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Stunning old chandelier from circa 1900s France, in burnished brass, and which is beautifully
Brass
$4,600
H 27 in Dm 17.5 in
19th c Rare Crystal Beaded Empire Chandelier French Hand Tied Oval Prisms, c1850
Located in Firenze, Toscana
express how rare and what great condition this very old chandelier is in. Not missing a thing. Free
Crystal
$28,235
H 43.31 in Dm 43.31 in
Huge Candelabrum Crystal Antique Chandelier Classic traditional Massive Wide
Located in Berlin, DE
! Restored and rewired. tested. Ready to hang. Total length variable. Old chandelier with love and
Crystal, Wire, Brass
Large Maria Theresa Crystal Chandelier Antique Classic Clear Glass
Located in Berlin, DE
Old chandelier with love and professionally restored in Berlin. electrical wiring works in the US
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Empire Brass Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Light Antique Classical
Located in Berlin, DE
Old chandelier lovingly and expertly restored in Berlin. Electrical installations work in the USA
Crystal, Brass
$2,940
H 34.65 in Dm 13 in
Empire Brass Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Light Antique Classical Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
Old chandelier lovingly and expertly restored in Berlin. Electrical installations work in the USA
Crystal, Brass
$9,411Sale Price|38% Off
H 44.89 in Dm 24.81 in
Antique French Crystal Chandelier Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Lamp
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing our cherished old chandelier, lovingly and professionally restored in Berlin! Its
Crystal, Brass
Amber Crystal Antique Chandelier Ceiling Florentiner Lustre Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Presenting our cherished old chandelier, lovingly and professionally restored in Berlin. Its
Crystal, Brass, Wire
$2,682
H 12.6 in Dm 20.48 in
Low Plafonnier Crystal Chandelier Brass Lustre Ceiling Art Deco Gold Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing our beloved old chandelier, restored with love and expertise in Berlin. Its electrical
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Big Lustre A Cage Antique Chandelier Crystal Brass
Located in Berlin, DE
revitalized in our meticulously restored old chandelier, a true masterpiece that encapsulates the zenith of
Crystal, Brass
$4,116Sale Price|30% Off
H 30.32 in Dm 25.99 in
Shades Chandelier Crysatal Glass Candelabrum Brass Bronze Antique Luis Art
Located in Berlin, DE
captivating Candelabrum Brass Bronze Antique Luis Art design. This old chandelier has been lovingly and
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Original Old Barock Style Chandelier, circa 1890
Located in Berlin, DE
Finely chiselled gilded bronze. Multi-sectioned, ornamental relief ball bearing stem. Outgoing nine curved luminaries, ending in vase-shaped spouts over sheet rosettes as eaves. Rich...
Brass
Lovely Old Venetian Chandelier, Gold Color Glass Pendants
Located in Schoorl, NL
This old Italian chandelier has wonderful glass Pendants with gold coloring. Some pendants have
Brass
Victorian 8.0 Ct Old Mine Diamond Long Pendant Earrings 12 KT Silver Top
Located in Napoli, IT
line in the middle. Set throughout with 8.0 Ct of old mine cut Diamonds projecting lots of sparkle
Diamond
$3,777 / item
Turquoise and old cut diamond earrings
Located in London, GB
À flirtatious Persian chandelier earring, adorned with vibrant turquoise and antique old-cut
$2,823
H 53.15 in Dm 17.72 in
Antique Italian Chandelier, Electrified Old Oil Lamp, Murano Glass & Bronze
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Antique Italian Art Nouveau chandelier, electrified and made from an oil lamp, in lattimo Murano
Bronze
$7,495
H 14.5 in W 68.5 in D 28.5 in
Vintage Old World 17-light statement French Provincial Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Leesburg, VA
Vintage Old World 17-light statement French Provincial Wrought Iron Chandelier Anonymous Provence
Wrought Iron
Victorian 18 Karat Gold ~4.50 Carat Diamond Front Fastening Chandelier Earrings
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a lovely pair of Victorian front fastening chandelier earrings. The piece is crafted in 18K
Diamond, Gold, Silver
$5,800
H 33.5 in Dm 37 in
Antique Italian Chandelier Hand-Carved Wood in Old Paint Rewired Great Patina
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique Italian Chandelier Hand-Carved Wood in Very Old Paint and recently rewired. When we look at
Wood, Paint
Antique Diamond Chandelier Earrings of 14k Gold, Circa 1800s
Located in Lewisburg, PA
diamonds. Each earring features a graceful cascade of four twinkling old mine cut diamonds, enhanced by
Diamond, 14k Gold
Contemporary 11.20 carat total weight diamond platinum chandelier earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, showcasing ten old European and round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 5.00 carats. Accented by
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$6,823
H 39.38 in Dm 25.6 in
Antique Very Heavy Chandelier from a Old Candlestick, Gilded Bronze, Six Lights
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Antique 18th century very heavy electrified chandelier from a old candlestick, in gilded bronze
Bronze
$23,381
W 0.63 in L 2.21 in
Antique 19th Century Natural Pearl Diamond Chandelier Drop Earrings Silver Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
A pair of exquisite antique 19th-century night-and-day convertible chandelier earrings, featuring
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver
Magnificent Chandelier, 1900 France
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
A magnificent and large old French prism chandelier in a cage of brass with genuine patina, around
Brass
French Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent nine-light crystal chandelier with wonderful old French bronze frame. Scrolled arms
Bronze
Murano Multicolor "Drop" Chandelier
Located in Red Lion, PA
1960s New old stock modern style Murano chandelier with 10" drops. The clear drops are infused with
Brass
Lovely Chandelier-France 1900
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Handsome old framed chandelier in brass, from France circa 1900, with varying sizes of elegant leaf
Brass
Mazarin Chandelier in Bronze, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
A spectacular and important bronze chandelier, a so called “Lustre Mazarin”, of superb quality
Bronze
Boin-Masson, "Cupids" Chandelier, France, Circa 1880
Located in PARIS, FR
word “chandelier” was only used late because until the 18th century in the old inventories, the
Crystal, Bronze
$817 / item
H 23.63 in Dm 19.69 in
1920s Industrial Gray Blue Enamel Cast Iron Old Train Station Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920s old train station light by Pötter & Schütze, Germany Gray blue enamel with big cast iron
Enamel, Iron
Dutch Model Chandelier In Bronze, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
chandelier (perhaps older?), pierced for electrification, perhaps some missing elements (see pierced plate
Bronze
Grand Italian Painted and Giltwood Twelve-Light Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
statement piece in a modern interior with Old-World contrast. The chandelier is newly rewired with real
Iron
$941
H 47.25 in Dm 4.73 in
Nickel-Plated Art Deco pendant with original old opaline glass around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Nickel-Plated Art Deco pendant with original old opaline glass around 1920s fresh nickel - plated
Nickel
20th Century Italian Six-Light Chandelier in Silvered Wood & Iron
Located in Los Angeles, CA
entry, dining room, or bedroom, this chandelier adds Old World character and timeless style.
Silver, Iron
$5,750 / set
W 0.63 in L 2.25 in
Fine Antique Georgian 2.8 TCW Diamond 18K Gold, Silver Topped Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Fine pair of antique Georgian period 2.8 TCW Old European cut diamond, 18K gold and silver topped
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
$2,423Sale Price|20% Off
H 23.63 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
French Stuc Eight Gargoyles Chandelier Ceiling Pendant circa 1850
Located in Labrit, Landes
Large neo-Gothic stucco chandelier with old stone patina, depicting four large and four small
Stucco
$1,058 / set
H 31.89 in Dm 4.34 in
2x Art Deco Hanging lamps germany around 1920s with original old glass shades
Located in Wien, AT
2x Art Deco Hanging lamps germany around 1920s Original old glass shades Brass polished and stove
Opal, Brass
$1,176 / set
H 49.61 in Dm 4.73 in
2x Art Deco Hanging Lamp with Original Old Glass Shades Vienna Around, 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
2x Art Deco hanging lamp with original old glass shades vienna around 1920s We can change the
Brass
1920s Art Deco onyx and diamond earrings
Located in London, GB
open back rubover and millegrain settings, set to top with one round old cut diamond in open back
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
$34,661
W 0.99 in L 1.82 in
Antique La Belle Epoque Colombian Emerald Diamond Earrings Silver Gold, C. 1915
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique La Belle Epoque Colombian emerald and diamond chandelier drop earrings in silver and yellow
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$11,294
H 49.22 in Dm 37.41 in
Large Chandelier In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, Napoleon III, Early 20th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
chandelier) and small old restoration to a bronze arm Height 125 cm Diameter 95cm
Bronze
$11,176
H 43.31 in Dm 25.2 in
Late 19th c. large French bronze and crystal chandelier in the style of Louis XV
Located in Eindhoven, NL
A wonderful French chandelier with 9 lights around the chandelier. With original old brown patina
Crystal, Bronze
Antique Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Silver Gold Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of gorgeous Edwardian chandelier earrings, set in silver, with gold posts, backs and back
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique Silver Georgian Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Silver Weight 12.4g Georgian Old Mine Diamond Approx. 3.22ct Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Silver
$2,398Sale Price|27% Off
L 16.25 in
Edwardian Platinum 1.30ctw Diamond Chandelier Target Dangle 16.25" Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (9) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European Cut - Prong Set - G-I Color - VS2-SI2
Diamond, Platinum
$4,500
W 0.79 in L 2.09 in
Antique Chandelier Grapes Earrings 3.5ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver / 14.7g
Located in SE
Old European Chandelier Diamond Earrings with Silver over 18K Gold earrings designed as leafed
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Italian chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Old chandelier in wood with the original pipettes. All the lights are working.
Old Italian Enormous Wood and Plaster Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Old Italian enormous wood and plaster chandelier. Painted.
Plaster
18th Century Old Cut Diamond Gold and Silver Drop Earrings
Located in Barcelona, ES
Antique earrings with old mine and rose-cut diamonds mounted in silver and gold. 18th century.
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Unavailable
H 15.75 in Dm 19.69 in
19th Century Old Dutch Chandelier with Matching Two-Light Candleholder
Located in Heemskerk, Noord Holland
An six-lights antique bronze old Dutch chandelier with coat of arms from Amsterdam. And a couple
Bronze
Antique Georgian Style Diamond Chandelier Earrings, circa 1880
Located in Goettingen, DE
Antique Georgian Style Diamond Chandelier Earrings circa 1880 Magnificent and very decorative
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Bronze Chandelier
Located in Oldebroek, NL
large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful series of new
Bronze
Austrian Baroque Style Chandelier
Located in Wien, AT
Approximately 120 years old Austrian Baroque style chandelier made of massive brass and ceramic
Brass
Chandelier Decorated with Dragons
Located in Paris, FR
century, a mixture of innovation as well as the spirit of the old continent. This amazing chandelier, with
Copper, Wrought Iron
Art Nouveau France Chandelier, 1910s
Located in Oldebroek, NL
one light in the glass bowl. This is just one of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old
Glass
Pair of Gothic Style Chandeliers
Located in Alexandria, VA
Possibly Russian, handcrafted eight-light chandeliers, cleaned old finish trefoil ornament height
Brass
18th Century Forged Iron Chandelier
Located in Woodbury, CT
Early to mid-18th century forged iron four-arm chandelier in old black paint with minor oxidation
Iron
Large Bronze Mazarin Chandelier, Late 1800
Located in Oldebroek, NL
our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful series of
Bronze
Six-Light Murano Italian Chandelier, 1920
Located in Oldebroek, NL
collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful series of new large
Crystal, Brass
Dutch Style Bronze Chandelier, Early 1800
Located in Oldebroek, NL
chandelier can be electrified. This is just one of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and
Bronze
French 18 Light Gas Chandelier, 19th Century
Located in Oldebroek, NL
collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful series of new large
Crystal, Brass
French Six-Light Chandelier in Silver Color
Located in Oldebroek, NL
. This is just one of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have
Crystal, Brass
Waterfall Chandelier in Nickel/ Silver Color empire
Located in Oldebroek, NL
beads. This is just one of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers
Crystal, Nickel
Fabulous Vintage French Chandelier Crystal Spheres & Teardrops
Located in South Coast, CA
Lovely Old Vintage French Chandelier dripping in crystal spheres and teardrops from elegant
Crystal, Brass
French Bronze Chandelier with Colored Crystals 15-Light
Located in Oldebroek, NL
. This is just one of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have
Crystal, Bronze
Dutch Bronze Ten-Arm Chandelier with Candles, 1910
Located in Oldebroek, NL
large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful series of new
Bronze
Antique French Chandelier with Blue Drops, 19th Century
Located in Oldebroek, NL
drops. This is just one of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers
Crystal, Bronze
Delicate Bronze and Crystal Chandelier with One Light
Located in Oldebroek, NL
beautiful collection of old and antique French chandeliers, empire chandeliers and Marie Therese chandeliers
Crystal, Bronze
French Bronze Six-Light Chandelier, Early 20th Century
Located in Oldebroek, NL
of our beautiful collection of old and antique French chandeliers, empire chandeliers and Marie
Bronze
Unavailable
GEMOLITHOS Antique Diamond Earrings, 1890s
Located in Munich, DE
Antique Diamond Chandelier Earrings. Diamond weight est. 9.0ct. 1890´s
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
French Bronze Empire Style Chandelier for Candles, 19th Century
Located in Oldebroek, NL
just one of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful
French Eight-Light Silver Colored Chandelier, Early 20th Century
Located in Oldebroek, NL
. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful series of new large chandeliers in the Marie
Crystal, Bronze
Antique Bronze 19th Century Gothic Church Chandelier, Dated 1890
Located in Oldebroek, NL
the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful series of new large chandeliers in the Marie Therese
Bronze
Gilt Iron French Chandelier with Flowers, Early 20th Century
Located in Oldebroek, NL
just one of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful
Iron
Large Unique Iron Chandelier with 14 Lights, Early 1900
Located in Oldebroek, NL
Large massive Iron chandelier in the past made by a very professional blacksmith. Nice design with
Iron
Unavailable
H 26.38 in Dm 16.54 in
Antique Waterfall Chandelier with Crystal Pinnacles and Glass Ornaments
Located in Oldebroek, NL
is just one of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have
Crystal, Bronze
French Empire Gilt Bronze and Crystal Cut Dore Chandelier
Located in Oldebroek, NL
details. This is just one of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique
Crystal, Bronze, Iron
Antique French Empire Style Crystal sac de pearl Chandelier
Located in Oldebroek, NL
collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful series of new large
Large French Bronze and Brass Chandelier, 15 Lights, Early 1900
Located in Oldebroek, NL
our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful series of
Brass, Bronze
French Chandelier in Louis XVI Style, Gilt Bronze and Crystal
Located in Oldebroek, NL
beautiful collection of old and antique French chandeliers, empire chandeliers and Marie Therese chandeliers
Crystal, Bronze
Unavailable
H 51.19 in Dm 35.44 in
Large French Bronze Maria Theresia Chandelier, Glass Rosettes, 24 Lights
Located in Oldebroek, NL
of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful series
Crystal, Bronze
Unavailable
H 27.56 in Dm 13.78 in
Italian Chandelier with Drops in Amber Color, One Light, Early 1900
Located in Oldebroek, NL
. This is just one of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have
Crystal, Iron
Unavailable
H 53.15 in Dm 44.89 in
French Brass Empire Style Sac a Pearle Chandelier with Baccarat Crystal
Located in Oldebroek, NL
. This is just one of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have
Unavailable
H 29.53 in Dm 21.26 in
Bronze Chandelier in the Shape of an Umbrella with Pointed Glass Prisms
Located in Oldebroek, NL
chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful series of new large chandeliers in the
Bronze
Unavailable
H 61.42 in Dm 47.25 in
Large French Maria Theresia Chandelier with 30 Lights, Cage Model 20th Century
Located in Oldebroek, NL
large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers we have beautiful series of new
Crystal, Iron
Unavailable
H 34.65 in Dm 35.44 in
Antique Sac De Pearl Chandelier with Victorian Cut Glass, Early 20th Century
Located in Oldebroek, NL
collection of old and antique chandeliers. Besides that we make a wonderful series of new large Marie Therese
Crystal, Bronze
Unavailable
H 24 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in
Vintage Neoclassical frosted snd etched glass acorn form pendant
Located in Farmington, CT
Old Lights On is pleased to offer this vintage Neoclassical frosted and etched glass acorn form
Glass
Vintage Ceiling Fixture with Vintage Glass Chimney
Located in Farmington, CT
Old Lights on is pleased to offer this 1920s vintage ceiling fixture with vintage pie crust chimney
Glass
Vintage Polished Nickel Pendant with Vintage Glass Shade
Located in Farmington, CT
Old Lights On is pleased to offer this vintage polished nickel pendant with vintage glass shade. It
Brass, Nickel
Unavailable
H 20 in W 4 in D 4 in
Vintage Brass Hanging Fixture with Vintage Yellow Glass Cylinder Shade
Located in Farmington, CT
Old Lights On is pleased to offer this vintage brass hanging fixture with yellow glass cylinder
Brass
Vintage Brass Hanging Fixture with Vintage Shade
Located in Farmington, CT
Old Lights On is pleased to offef this awesome vintage brass hanging fixture with vintage shade
Brass
Vintage Cast Brass Hanging Fixture Depicting the 12 Apostles
Located in Farmington, CT
Old Lights On is pleased to offer this amazing cast brass hanging fixture depicting the twelve
Brass
Unavailable
H 49.22 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Industrial Black Enamel Factory Pendant Lights, France, 1920
Located in Ulft, Gelderland
. Come s with a 100cm long old chain. Enamel is in perfect condition.
Enamel
Georgian style Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Chandelier Pendant 2.5-3 ctw
Located in Joelton, TN
Elegant Georgian Era Pendant: An Antique Georgian style with Old Mine Cut diamonds cut in a style
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Set of Wall Chandeliers/ Lamps
Located in Oldebroek, NL
outstanding collection of old and antique chandeliers. Besides that we make a wonderful series of new large
Brass
Antique Gilt Bronze Lantern with Molded Cut-Glass
Located in Oldebroek, NL
guirlandes. This is just one of our large collection chandeliers. Besides the old and antique chandeliers
Bronze
French Baroque Crystal Prisms Swags Old Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Rewired and ready to hang. Housing five lights, sitting in crystal bobeches. Giltwood on top, centre and bottom with florets and macaroni beading swags. Also adorning clear Murano dr...
Murano Glass, Giltwood
French Baroque Purple Lavender Murano Drops Crystal Prisms Swags Old Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Rewired and ready to hang. Housing six-light, sitting in crystal bobeches, dripping with crystal prisms. Giltwood on top, centre and bottom with florets and macaroni beading swags. A...
Crystal
Rezzonico Chandelier in Murano Glass
By Federico Rezzonico
Located in Brussels, BE
Old chandelier Murano Rezzonico in glass. Electrified.
Glass
Antique 19th Century French Gold Bronze and Rock Crystal Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is a wonderful old chandelier with handsome ormolu and lovely rock crystal plaques. The photos
Rock Crystal, Bronze
French Crystal Blue Prisms And Beaded Bows Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Beautiful old chandelier . All complete. Housing 6 lights, sitting in crystal bobeches, dripping
Crystal, Metal
French Crystal Blue Prisms And Beaded Bows Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Beautiful old chandelier . All complete. Housing 6 lights, sitting in crystal bobeches, dripping
Crysatal Candelabrum Brass Bronze Antique Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Old chandelier with love and professionally restored in Berlin. electrical wiring works in the US
Crystal, Brass, Wire
$229,422Sale Price|33% Off
H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
Other
Stunning Baccarat Chandelier, France, 1920s
By Baccarat
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Fantastical crystal chandelier from circa 1920s France, and produced by the world renowned French glass company Baccarat, whose roots date back to 1764. This lovely piece has 5 st...
Crystal
René Lalique Chandelier "Rinceaux"
By René Lalique
Located in Bridgewater, CT
René Lalique chandelier, design 1925, in clear and frosted glass molded with a honey-comb pattern, hanging on four silken electrified cords, with glass canopy. Pair available.
Glass
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.
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.