Sold|$2,119
Onos 40 Pendant by Florian Schulz 70s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Onos 40 pendant by Florian Schulz 70s. This is a center pull version thats height-adjustable.
Brass
Sold|$3,900
Florian Schulz "Onos 55" Pendant Light, 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful large brass saucer pendant by Florian Schulz, Germany, with very heavy solid brass sphere counterweight pulley mechanism, current extension capability from 12" to 82", wire...
Brass
Onos 55 Counterbalance Brass Pendant by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz
Located in London, GB
Original counterbalance pendant Onos 55 by Florian Schulz. This elegant and minimal pendant in a high quality brass moves smoothly up and down due to the solid brass center counterw...
Brass
Sold|$4,776 / item
Counterbalance Brass Pendant Onos 55 by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz
Located in London, GB
Original counterbalance pendant Onos 55 by Florian Schulz. This elegant and minimal pendant in a high quality polished brass, moves smoothly up and down due to the solid brass center...
Brass
Florian Schulz Onos 55 Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This very nice and versatile in height adjustable ceiling pendant lamp, model Onos 55, was designed and manufactured by Florian Schulz in Germany in 1970.
Brass
Florian Schulz Onos 55 Pendant Lamp Germany 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and versatile adjustable ceiling pendant lamp model Onos 55 designed and manufactured by Florian Schulz, Germany 1970.
Brass
1960s Brass Onos 55 Counterbalance Pendant by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz
Located in London, GB
Early counterbalance pendant Onos 55 by Florian Schulz. This elegant and minimal pendant in a high quality brass moves smoothly up and down due to the solid brass counterweight.
Brass
Florian Schulz "Onos 55" dark Brass Pendant, Germany, 1960s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Florian Schulz "Onos 55" pendant light with no dents and with a nice dark patina. 1x E27.
Brass
Florian Schulz Brass Onos 40 Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice old and patined brass pendant lamp by Florian Schulz, model Onos 40 made in Germany 1970.
Florian Schulz Brass Onos 40 Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice old and patined brass pendant lamp by Florian Schulz, model Onos 40 made in Germany 1970.
Florian Schulz Patinated Brass Pendant 'Onos 55' Counterweight, 1960s
By Florian Schulz
Located in The Hague, NL
A height adjustable counter weight / balance pendant lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1960s-early 1970s). The fixture is made of solid br...
Brass
Florian Schulz Pendant Light Model "Onos 55" in Brass, Germany
By Florian Schulz
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful shaped Onos 55 counterbalance pendant light by Florian Schulz, Germany.
Brass
Florian Schulz Onos 55 Pendant Lamp in Chrome, Germany, 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic adjustable ceiling pendant lamp model Onos 55 designed by Florian Schulz, Germany, 1970.
Chrome
Florian Schulz Onos 55 counterbalance pendant lamp brass Germany 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful Onos 55 counterbalance pendant lamp designed by Florian Schulz and produced in Germany around 1970.
Brass
Brass Counterbalance Pendant Lamp Model Onos 55 by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz
Located in KUTNO, PL
A classic made entirely of brass A delightful counterbalanced pendant lamp designed by Florian Schulz. This elegant vintage-style pendant lamp is made of high-quality brass with a mi...
Brass
Pendant Light Model "Onos 55" in Brass Designed by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful shaped "Onos 55" counter-balance pendant light by Florian Schulz, Germany.
Brass
Large Onos 55 Adjustable Brass Counterweight Pendant Light by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz
Located in Krefeld, DE
Brass Florian Schulz Onos 55 adjustable middle counterweight pendant light produced by Florian Schulz, Made in Germany in 1970s.
Metal
'Onos 55' Chrome Counterweight Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, 1970s Germany
By Florian Schulz
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Designed by Florian Schulz and crafted in Germany in the 1970s, this pendant light captivates with its elegant and functional design. Its sleek, minimalist aesthetic reflects the era...
Chrome
Pendant Lamp Onos 40 in Brass by Florian Schulz 1960's, Counterbalance
By Florian Schulz
Located in London, GB
Original counterbalance pendant Onos 40 by Florian Schulz, well balanced design made in the early 1960's.
Brass
Double Counterbalance Pendant Lamps Onos 40 in Brass by Florian Schulz, 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in London, GB
Double counterbalance pendant Onos 40 by Florian Schulz, well balanced design made in the early 1970s.
Brass
1980s brass Florian Schulz Onos 55 pendant lamp with adjustable pulley system
By Florian Schulz
Located in München, DE
Large, original 1980s Florian Schulz Onos 55 pendant light, height adjustable by one counterweight.
Brass
'Onos 55' Brass Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz, 1970s Germany
By Florian Schulz
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Designed by Florian Schulz and crafted in Germany in the 1970s, this counter balance pendant light captivates with its elegant and functional design. Featuring a distinctive counterw...
Brass
'Onos 55' Brass Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Florian Schulz, 1970s Germany
By Florian Schulz
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Counter balance pendant designed by Florian Schulz and made in Germany in the 1970s. It is fascinating with its exclusive design. The height of the lighting is adjustable. Measure...
Brass
Florian Schulz Onos Polished Brass with Centre Counterweight
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Early and beautifully patinated Schulz Onos 55. Rare to find in such a vintage condition. One E27 / Model a bulb.
Brass
Florian Schulz Onos 55 Ceiling Lamp, Germany, 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Elegant ceiling lamp Onos 55 designed by Florian Schulz, Germany, 1970. This lamp is made of solid brass and has its original dust wire cable. The lamp gives amazing light when lit, ...
Brass
Florian Schulz, "Onos 40" Ceiling Lamp, Germany 1970
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice adjustable ceiling pendant designed by Florian Schulz, Germany 1970. This lamp has a weighted ball on the middle to adjust the height of this. It gives very nice diffused l...
Brass
Florian Schulz Onos 55 Balance Ceiling Lamp, Germany, 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning pair of Onos 55 balance lamps designed and manufactured by Florian Schulz, Germany, 1955. These super quality balance lamps have a heavy weighted round ball in the middle wh...
Brass
Vintage Florian Schulz Onos 55 in Brass with Side Counterweight
By Florian Schulz
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Vintage Florian Schulz Onos 55 in Brass with Side Counterweight.
Metal, Brass
Florian Schulz Onos 55 in Polished Brass with Centre Counterweight
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Early and beautifully patinated Schulz Onos 55. Rare to find in such a vintage condition. One E27 / Model a bulb.
Brass
Florian Schulz Onos 55 in Brass with Side Counterweight
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
This lamp is in excellent condition. The height is adjustable with the counter weight to any needs. To be on the safe side, the lamp should be checked locally by a specialist conc...
Brass
Double Counterbalance Lamps Onos 40 in Brass by Florian Schulz, 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in London, GB
Double counterbalance pendant Onos 40 by Florian Schulz, made in the early 1970s.
Brass
Florian Schulz Counter Balance Pendant, 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Excellent condition Florian Schulz pendant, Onos 55 made of brass hardware. Great patina to original brass.
Brass
Florian Schulz Massive Brass Counter Balance Pendant
By Florian Schulz
Located in Munich, DE
Beautiful Florian Schulz counter balance pendant. Model ONOS. Black cloth wrap cord with brass weight and pulley and sleek brass dome shade.
Brass
Brass Counterbalance Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz
Located in KUTNO, PL
Made of brass, which gives it an elegant and noble appearance. Onos 55 lamp is a pendant lamp, the design of which is based on a counterbalance system.
Brass
Brass Counterbalance Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz
Located in KUTNO, PL
Made of brass, which gives it an elegant and noble appearance. Onos 55 lamp is a pendant lamp, the design of which is based on a counterbalance system.
Brass
Large Adjustable Chrome Counterweight Pendant Light by Florian Schulz, Germany
By Florian Schulz
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning onos chrome pendant with adjustable counterweight designed by Florian Schulz, Germany, 1970s It is a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship.
Chrome
Lovely Florian Schulz Onos Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The Classic of Florian Schulz lamps. Height variable by adjusting the weight from 80cm to 160cm.
Brass
Florian Schulz 'Onos 55' Pendant with Counterweight
By Florian Schulz
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florian Schulz, 'Onos 55' pendant lamp, brass, Germany, 1970s.
Brass
Florian Schulz 'Onos 55' Pendant with Counterweight
By Florian Schulz
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florian Schulz, 'Onos 55' pendant lamp, metal, Germany, 1970s.
Metal
Florian Schulz 'Onos 55' Pendant with Counterweight
By Florian Schulz
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florian Schulz, 'Onos 55' pendant lamp, metal, Germany, 1970s.
Metal
Florian Schulz Elegant Pendant Model 'Onos 55'
By Florian Schulz
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florian Schulz, pendant model 'Onos 55', brass, Germany, 1970s.
Brass
Florian Schulz Onos 55 Pendant Lamp Germany 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and versatile adjustable ceiling pendant lamp model Onos 55 designed and manufactured by Florian Schulz, Germany 1970.
Brass
Florian Schulz Onos 55 Pendant Lamp Germany 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning Onos 55 pendant lamp designed by Florian Schulz manufactured in Germany in 1970.
Brass
Florian Schulz Onos Vintage Counterbalance Brass Pendant, circa 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Polished brass "ONOS" counterbalance pendant by Florian Schulz, Germany, 1970s.
Brass
Florian Schulz 'Onos 55' Pendant in Silver Colored Metal
By Florian Schulz
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pendant model Onos 55, in metal, by Florian Schulz, Germany, 1970s.
Metal
Florian Schulz "Onos 40" Double Counter Balance Pendants, 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning double brass counter balance pendant by Florian Schulz in great vintage condition, with two brass pendants suspended, each with their own very heavy brass ball counter balan...
Brass
Florian Schulz Brass Pendant Light 'Onos 55' Counterweight, 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
A height adjustable pedant lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s-early 1970s). It is made of solid brass with a polished and aged surfac...
Brass
Florian Schulz Brass Pendant Lamp 'Onos 55', Germany - 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
A height adjustable pedant lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany, manufactured circa 1970. It is made of solid brass with an aged surface in a rich and warm tone with beautiful patina.
Brass
Onos 55 Double Pull Brass Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz
Located in Rijssen, NL
Fantastic Onos-55 Double Pull pendant light by Florian Schulz, Germany, Europe.
Brass
Onos 55 Double Pull Brass Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz
Located in Rijssen, NL
Fantastic Onos-55 Double Pull pendant light by Florian Schulz, Germany, Europe.
Brass
Onos 55 Double Pull Brass Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz
Located in Rijssen, NL
Fantastic Onos-55 Double Pull pendant light by Florian Schulz, Germany, Europe.
Brass
Florian Schulz Vintage 'Onos 55' Brass Counterbalanced Adjustable Pendant Light
By Florian Schulz
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern vintage German made large polished brass adjustable counterweight hanging pendant light or lamp model 'ONOS 55' designed by Florian Schulz cir...
Metal, Brass
'Onos 55' Brass Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, 1970s Germany
By Florian Schulz
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Designed by Florian Schulz and crafted in Germany in the 1970s, this pendant light captivates with its elegant and functional design. Its sleek, minimalist aesthetic reflects the era...
Brass
Florian Schulz Patinated Brass Pendant Light 'Onos 55' Counterweight, 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A height adjustable counter weight / balance pendant lamp by Florian Schulz, Germany, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s-early 1970s). The fixture is made of solid br...
Brass
Florian Schulz Double Onos 55 Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Really beautiful Florian Schulz double Onos 55 pendant lamp with one E27 / model for each lamp and newly wired.
Florian Schulz Double Onos 55 Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Really beautiful Florian Schulz double Onos 55 pendant lamp with one E27 / model for each lamp and newly wired.
Florian Schulz Double Onos 55 Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Really beautiful Florian Schulz double Onos 55 pendant lamp with one E27 / model for each lamp and newly wired.
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.
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Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
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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.