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Large 1950s Italian Organic Venini Style White Opaline Glass Pendant
By Venini
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A large 1950s Italian white opaline glass pendant suspended from a steel wire In the style of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Pyramid Pendant in Opaline Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pendant, opaline glass, metal, Europe, 1970s. This lush, curvy shape is built up of a waved
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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Pyramid Pendant in Opaline Glass
Pyramid Pendant in Opaline Glass
H 32.68 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
1950s, Swedish Brass and Opaline Glass Pendant
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Charming Vintage 1950s brass and opaline glass pendant from Sweden. Engraved milky colored glas
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Vintage Biomorphic Handblown Opaline Art Glass Pendant, "Caldera"
By Anders Rydstedt
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Large handblown art glass pendant from the series "Caldera". Biomorphic, opaline glass pendant in
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2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Round Onion' Opaline Glass Pendant
By Lisa Johansson-Pape, Innolux Oy
Located in Glendale, CA
Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Round Onion' opaline glass pendant. Hand blown in thick glass with white
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers an...

Materials

Blown Glass, Opaline Glass

Vintage Biomorphic Handblown Opaline Art Glass Pendant, "Caldera"
By Anders Rydstedt
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Large handblown art glass pendant from the series "Caldera". Biomorphic, opaline glass pendant in
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2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Contemporary Bespoke Italian Organic Yellow Orange Murano Glass Pendant Light
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Fun and elegant Italian contemporary custom-made chandelier pendant light, entirely handmade, of
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Contemporary Bespoke Italian Organic Black White Grey Murano Glass Pendant Light
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
the Contemporary Bespoke Italian Organic Yellow Orange Murano Glass Pendant Light & the Contemporary
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Set of Two Elegant Scandinavian Opaline Glass Pendant Lamps 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two lovely and elegant Mid-Century Modern opaline glass pendant lamps in organic shape
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opaline Glass

Contemporary Bespoke Italian Organic Black Blue Azur Murano Glass Pendant Light
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Fun and elegant Italian contemporary custom-made chandelier pendant light, entirely handmade, of
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Set of Two Elegant Scandinavian Opaline Glass & Teak Pendant Lamps 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two lovely and elegant Mid-Century Modern opaline glass & teak pendant lamps in organic
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Teak, Opaline Glass

Amber and opaline Mazzega Murano glass Pendant lights
Located in Malton, GB
Murano with the organic form, heavy weight and great use of glass blowing techniques to get the opaline
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20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern pendant Lamp in Opaline glass by Holmegaard
By Holmegaard
Located in Berlin, DE
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp in Opaline Glass by Holmegaard A rare hand-blown
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opaline Glass

Hand-Decorated Swedish 1960s Organic Modern Floral Butterfly Ceramic Pendant
By Tilgmans Keramik
Located in Copenhagen, DK
One of a kind Swedish Mid Century Modern ceramic and opaline glass pendant by Tilgmans Keramik and
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Opaline Space Age German Pendant Lamp with Harmonica Cord
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Opaline Space Age German Pendant Lamp With Harmonica Cord Cool opaline space age German hanging
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20th Century German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Opaline Space Age German Pendant Lamp with Harmonica Cord
Opaline Space Age German Pendant Lamp with Harmonica Cord
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H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
White Organic Shaped Opal Glass Brass Mounted Pendant by Peill & Putzler, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
White opal glass pendant with brass mounts by Peill and Putzler, Modern Mid-Century design with
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pair of Space Age Opaline Glass Pendants by Lisa Johansson-Pape for ASEA Sweden
By ASEA, Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Norwalk, CT
of Scandinavian elegance. Crafted from frosted opaline glass, these pendants exude a soft, ambient
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Vintage 1960s Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opaline Glass

Grand Kaiser Sputnik Organic Chandelier, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser
Located in Berlin, BE
Organic chandelier 1970s with 16 opal glass globes by Kaiser. Lights: E14. Measure: Diameter
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opaline Glass

Danish Modern White Ceiling Lamp in Hand-blown Opaline Glass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Organically shaped pendant lamp in white opaline glass. Possibly made by Holmegaard in Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opaline Glass

Milano Organic Spider Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Berlin, BE
diameter 32" original height 37" This organic chandelier is a timeless and elegant masterpiece of mid
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Midcentury Opaline Glass and Brass Chandelier from ASEA, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A round brass ceiling light with three dotted opaline glass shades. It features organic shapes and
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Stilnovo Chandelier with Lampshades in Opaline Glass Italian Manufacture 1970s
By Stilnovo
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Chandelier with three lampshades in opaline glass and a structure in enameled and nickel-plated
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 5, Chrome
By AND Light
Located in Paris, FR
Vine 5 - Pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The Vine Pendant combines
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

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Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 5, Chrome
Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 5, Chrome
H 22.45 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Contemporary Pendant Lamp Vine 9, Blue
By AND Light
Located in Paris, FR
Vine 9, pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: AND Light The vine pendant combines
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

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Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp Vine 9, Blue
Contemporary Pendant Lamp Vine 9, Blue
H 36.62 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 3, Chrome
By AND Light
Located in Paris, FR
VINE 3, pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The vine pendant combines
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

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Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 3, Chrome
Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 3, Chrome
H 14.97 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 5, Blue
By AND Light
Located in Paris, FR
VINE 5, pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The Vine pendant combines
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 5, Blue
Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 5, Blue
H 22.45 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 7, Blue
By AND Light
Located in Paris, FR
VINE 7, pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The Vine pendant combines
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

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Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 7, Blue
Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 7, Blue
H 29.53 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 3, Blue
By AND Light
Located in Paris, FR
VINE 3, pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The vine pendant combines
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

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Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 3, Blue
Contemporary Pendant Lamp VINE 3, Blue
H 14.97 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Contemporary Pendant Lamp Vine 9, Chrome
By AND Light
Located in Paris, FR
Vine 9, pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: AND Light The vine pendant combines
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

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Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp Vine 9, Chrome
Contemporary Pendant Lamp Vine 9, Chrome
H 36.62 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Contemporary Pendant Lamp Vine 7, Chrome
By AND Light
Located in Paris, FR
Vine 7 - Pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: ANDLight The Vine Pendant combines
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp Vine 7, Chrome
Contemporary Pendant Lamp Vine 7, Chrome
H 29.53 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Veneziana 5 tiers chandelier, 41 Opaline glass elements by Piattelli. US wiring
By Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
clarity. The organic glass element features clear glass with white opaline. The mold for the inside is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

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Glass, Opaline Glass

Paavo Tynell for Idman Rare Chandelier in White Steel and Opaline Glass
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Idman, chandelier, lacquered steel, opaline glass, Finland, 1950s Striking
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Veneziana 5 tiers chandelier, 41 Opaline glass elements by Piattelli. UL listed
By Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
clarity. The organic glass element features clear glass with white opaline. The mold for the inside is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

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Glass, Opaline Glass

Bent Karlby Peanut Pedant Made of Mouth-Blown White Opaline Glass by Lyfa 1950s
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Aarhus C, DK
pendant light has a beautiful organic shape. Measurements: Height incl. brass fittings 42 cm Height
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by AGO 'Large - Gray'
By AGO Lighting, Bymars
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pend...

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Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by AGO 'Small - Terracotta'
By AGO Lighting, Bymars
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Small Terracotta Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pend...

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Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by ago 'Small - Charcoal'
By AGO Lighting, Bymars
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Small Terracotta Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pend...

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Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by ago 'Large, Terracotta'
By AGO Lighting, Bymars
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pend...

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Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by ago 'Small - Grey'
By AGO Lighting, Bymars
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Small Grey Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pend...

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Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by AGO 'Large, Charcoal'
By AGO Lighting, Bymars
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pend...

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Aluminum, Steel

Vintage Czech Glass Pendant
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and metal pendant lamp from Czechia, produced during the 20th Century. Descending from the
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Vintage Czech Glass Pendant
Vintage Czech Glass Pendant
H 34.3 in W 11.4 in D 11.4 in
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by ago 'Small - Egg White'
By AGO Lighting, Bymars
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Small Egg White Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pend...

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Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mozzi' by AGO 'Large, Egg White'
By AGO Lighting, Bymars
Located in Paris, FR
Mozzi Pendant Lamp by AGO Lighting Opal glass, Steel, Aluminum Integrated LED (SMD), DC Light
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pend...

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Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Rail Glass 'Probe' by AGO, Black Pendant Lamp
By AGO Lighting, BIG-GAME
Located in Paris, FR
Probe Rail Glass by AGO Lighting x BIg-Game Aluminum, Opal Matt Glass Dimensions H. 16 cm x W. 62 cm UL Listed LED G9 (not included) Wattage : Max. 20 W Voltage : 220-240 V AGO ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pend...

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Aluminum

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Vine' N.9 by AND Light, Yellow
By AND Light
Located in Paris, FR
Vine 9, pendant lamp Design: Caine Heintzman, Editor: AND Light The vine pendant combines
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pe...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Black Pendant Lamp 'Probe' by AGO x Big-Game
By AGO Lighting, BIG-GAME
Located in Paris, FR
Probe Rail glass by AGO Lighting x BIg-Game Aluminum, Opal Matt Glass Dimensions H. 16 cm x W. 62 cm UL Listed LED G9 (not included) Wattage : Max. 20 W Voltage : 220-240 V...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pend...

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Aluminum

Pearl Pendant by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Pearl Pendant by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl. Dimensions: L
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2010s Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Iron

Pearl Pendant by 101 Copenhagen
Pearl Pendant by 101 Copenhagen
H 21.46 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp by Valinte Oy, Finland ca 1960s
By Valinte Oy
Located in Utrecht, NL
sensibilities. With an opaline glass shade and brass canopy and neck, this luminaire captures the essence of an
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Bullet Pendant by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Bullet pendant by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl. Dimensions: L
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2010s Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Iron

Bullet Pendant by 101 Copenhagen
Bullet Pendant by 101 Copenhagen
H 28.15 in W 2.56 in D 37.01 in
Italian Modern Set of 3 Smoked Gray, Pink, Aqua Blue Murano Glass Star Pendants
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
3 Pendants in opaline blown Murano glass of star shape, each a different color in smoked gray
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Brass No.2 Pendant by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass No.2 pendant by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl. Dimensions
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2010s Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Iron

Brass No.2 Pendant by 101 Copenhagen
Brass No.2 Pendant by 101 Copenhagen
H 11.82 in W 5.32 in D 5.32 in
1970's Four Light Italian Pendant
Located in Paris, FR
organic-shaped opaline glass shades are highlighted by classic polished brass drops. The steel metal
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1970's Four Light Italian Pendant
1970's Four Light Italian Pendant
H 62.21 in Dm 12.21 in
Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern Tulip Form Chandeliers / Pendants, Opal Glass
Located in Stamford, CT
pendants or chandeliers designed and produced in Denmark. Having six tulip form opaline glass bulbs sitting
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Vintage 1950s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

'Repose 175' Pendant Lamp by GamFratesi for Lyfa, Black Finish
By Lyfa, GamFratesi Design Studio
Located in Paris, FR
PENDANT LAMP REPOSE / 175 BY LYFA Pendant lamp signed by GamFratesi for LYFA Measures: D.175
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

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Glass, Opaline Glass

'Repose 260' Pendant Lamp by GamFratesi for Lyfa, Black Finish
By Lyfa, GamFratesi Design Studio
Located in Paris, FR
PENDANT LAMP REPOSE / 260 BY LYFA Pendant lamp signed by GamFratesi for LYFA D.260 mm H.252
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

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Brass

'Repose 400' Pendant Lamp by GamFratesi for Lyfa, Black Finish
By Lyfa, GamFratesi Design Studio
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant lamp repose / 400 BY LYFA Pendant lamp signed by GamFratesi for LYFA Measures: D.260
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

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Glass, Opaline Glass

'Repose 400' Pendant Lamp by GamFratesi for Lyfa, Brass Finish
By Lyfa, GamFratesi Design Studio
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant lamp repose / 400 by LYFA Pendant lamp signed by GamFratesi for LYFA Measures: D.260
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

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Brass

'Repose 260' Pendant Lamp by Gamfratesi for Lyfa, Brass Finish
By Lyfa, GamFratesi Design Studio
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant lamp repose / 260 BY Lyfa Pendant lamp signed by GamFratesi for Lyfa Measures: D 260
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

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Brass

'Repose 175' Pendant Lamp by GamFratesi for Lyfa, Brass Finish
By Lyfa, GamFratesi Design Studio
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant lamp repose / 175 BY LYFA Pendant lamp signed by GamFratesi for LYFA Measures: D.175
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

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Brass

Art Deco Chandelier Pendant, Opal Glass Bronze Patinated Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A lovely organic shaped 3-arm pendant light manufactured in Sweden, circa 1930. It is made of a
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Brass

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Organic Opaline Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal organic opaline pendant for your home. Frequently made of glass, metal and opaline glass, every organic opaline pendant was constructed with great care. Find 9 options for an antique or vintage organic opaline pendant now, or shop our selection of 8 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without an organic opaline pendant — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An organic opaline pendant is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one organic opaline pendant that is appealing in its simplicity, but AND Light, Jeff Zimmerman and Kaiser produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Organic Opaline Pendant?

The average selling price for an organic opaline pendant at 1stDibs is $3,200, while they’re typically $1,400 on the low end and $80,000 for the highest priced.

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.

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