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Four (Two Pairs) "Tulipan" Glass Chandeliers or Flush Mount Lights by Kalmar
Four (Two Pairs) "Tulipan" Glass Chandeliers or Flush Mount Lights by Kalmar

Four (Two Pairs) "Tulipan" Glass Chandeliers or Flush Mount Lights by Kalmar

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

Four (two pairs) outstanding Viennese "Tulipan" flush mounts or chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar from the

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair Of English 1930's Pendant Light Fixtures
Pair Of English 1930's Pendant Light Fixtures

Pair Of English 1930's Pendant Light Fixtures

Located in New York, NY

1930's English pair of opaline pendant lights. Two pair available.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Mid-20th Century Huge Pair of Holophane Glass Chapel Lanterns Lights Chandeliers
Mid-20th Century Huge Pair of Holophane Glass Chapel Lanterns Lights Chandeliers

Mid-20th Century Huge Pair of Holophane Glass Chapel Lanterns Lights Chandeliers

By Holophane

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A special pair of prismatic glass Holophane lanterns, removed from Gresham School Chapel. The

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Mid-20th Century English Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair Clear Crystal Window Or Bar Lights By Carl Fagerlund Orrefors Sweden 1960s
Pair Clear Crystal Window Or Bar Lights By Carl Fagerlund Orrefors Sweden 1960s

Pair Clear Crystal Window Or Bar Lights By Carl Fagerlund Orrefors Sweden 1960s

By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

Very beautiful pair matching clear crystal window or bar lights designed by Carl Fagerlund for

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Pair of Fredrick Ramond Smoked Glass Pendants
Midcentury Pair of Fredrick Ramond Smoked Glass Pendants

Midcentury Pair of Fredrick Ramond Smoked Glass Pendants

By Fredrick Ramond

Located in Astoria, NY

A vintage pair of Fredrick Ramond pendant lights in chrome with smoked glass panels, circa 1970s

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Gumdrop Pendants by Fog and Morup
Pair of Gumdrop Pendants by Fog and Morup

Pair of Gumdrop Pendants by Fog and Morup

Located in New York, NY

A very simple and stylish pair of pendant lights by Fog and Morup designed by Jo Hammerborg

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Large Hillebrand Brass Glass and Lucite Bead Wall Lights, Germany, 1960s
Pair of Large Hillebrand Brass Glass and Lucite Bead Wall Lights, Germany, 1960s

Pair of Large Hillebrand Brass Glass and Lucite Bead Wall Lights, Germany, 1960s

By Hillebrand

Located in Aachen, NRW

Pair of large Hillebrand brass glass and Lucite bead wall lights, Germany, 1960s. The glass plate

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Barovier & Toso Mid-Century Modern Brass and Murano Glass Ceiling Lights
Pair of Barovier & Toso Mid-Century Modern Brass and Murano Glass Ceiling Lights

Pair of Barovier & Toso Mid-Century Modern Brass and Murano Glass Ceiling Lights

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Fantastic and fabulous Pair of artistic Murano glass ceiling lights by Barovier & Toso. Each

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Pair of Semi-Flush Mount Ceiling Lights Model 2448
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Pair of Semi-Flush Mount Ceiling Lights Model 2448

Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Pair of Semi-Flush Mount Ceiling Lights Model 2448

By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte

Located in New York, NY

Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte exquisite pair of circular semi-flush mount ceiling lights model 2448

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Nickel

A pair of 1960s Murano glass ceiling lights by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucen
A pair of 1960s Murano glass ceiling lights by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucen

A pair of 1960s Murano glass ceiling lights by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucen

By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in London, GB

A pair of 1960s Murano glass ceiling lights by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena. The lights were

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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Opaline Pendants by Stilnovo, Italy 1960s
Pair of Opaline Pendants by Stilnovo, Italy 1960s

Pair of Opaline Pendants by Stilnovo, Italy 1960s

By Stilnovo

Located in Chicago, IL

A pair of 1960s pendant lights by Stilnovo. This pair of beauties made by the combination of brass

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair Steel and Chrome Pendants by Rolly, France 1970s
Pair Steel and Chrome Pendants by Rolly, France 1970s

Pair Steel and Chrome Pendants by Rolly, France 1970s

Located in New York, NY

three lights pair of pendants European socket and wire minor surface scratches some minor dents

Category

Vintage 1970s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome, Stainless Steel

Fine Pair of Gilt Bronzed and Cut Glass Ceiling Lights of Unusual Design
Fine Pair of Gilt Bronzed and Cut Glass Ceiling Lights of Unusual Design

Fine Pair of Gilt Bronzed and Cut Glass Ceiling Lights of Unusual Design

By F. & C. Osler

Located in Steyning, West sussex

The pieced gilt bronzed decorated frames of cage form these with pillared columns surmounted by faceted cut spheres the pieced frames with ball beaded decoration and surmounted by fi...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ormolu

Pair of Original Large 1960s Heifetz Rotaflex Pendant Lamps
Pair of Original Large 1960s Heifetz Rotaflex Pendant Lamps

Pair of Original Large 1960s Heifetz Rotaflex Pendant Lamps

By Heifetz Rotaflex

Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR

Pair of Original Large 1960s Heifetz Rotaflex Pendant Lamps Pair of very decorative Rotaflex

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic, Acrylic

Important Blue Glass Chandelier and Pair of Matching Wall Lights by F&C Osler
Important Blue Glass Chandelier and Pair of Matching Wall Lights by F&C Osler

Important Blue Glass Chandelier and Pair of Matching Wall Lights by F&C Osler

By F. & C. Osler

Located in Steyning, West sussex

. Chandelier measurements: Height 56in (142.5cm), width 38in (91.5cm). A magnificent pair of mid

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ormolu

Pair of Pendant Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Pair of Pendant Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

Pair of Pendant Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

Located in Norwalk, CT

An exquisite pair of cylindrical pendant lights by Carl Fagerlund in his signature style, each

Category

Mid-20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Kontrast pendants by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
Pair of Kontrast pendants by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen

Pair of Kontrast pendants by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Pair of pendant lights, model Kontrast, designed in 1960 by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Unusual Pair of Red Mercury Glass Pendants with Bronze Gallery
Unusual Pair of Red Mercury Glass Pendants with Bronze Gallery

Unusual Pair of Red Mercury Glass Pendants with Bronze Gallery

Located in London, GB

and highly decorative pair of glass mercury pendant lights, fitted with bronze galleries and recently

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Vintage 1950s English Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Pair of Pendants by Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen
Mid Century Pair of Pendants by Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen

Mid Century Pair of Pendants by Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen, Vilhelm Lauritzen

Located in Astoria, NY

A vintage pair of chrome pendant lights with perforated shades, by designer Vilhelm Lauritzen for

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Midcentury Ice Cube Pendant Lamps by Peill & Putzler, 1960s
Pair of Midcentury Ice Cube Pendant Lamps by Peill & Putzler, 1960s

Pair of Midcentury Ice Cube Pendant Lamps by Peill & Putzler, 1960s

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Esbjerg, DK

- A pair of unusual pendant lights - Produced by Peill & Putzler in Germany, circa 1960. - They

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of White and Amber Cube Murano Glass Pendants by Mazzega
Pair of White and Amber Cube Murano Glass Pendants by Mazzega

Pair of White and Amber Cube Murano Glass Pendants by Mazzega

Located in New York, NY

This stunning pair of pendant lights have nickled stems and fittings. They are hand blown Murano

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20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Pair of Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Brass Pendant Light
Pair of Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Brass Pendant Light

Pair of Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Brass Pendant Light

By Holophane

Located in Stockbridge, GB

Pair of Large Antique Glass Holophane Frill Pendant Lights A pair of large antique frill glass

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Antique GEC Church Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp Light, c.1910
Pair of Antique GEC Church Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp Light, c.1910

Pair of Antique GEC Church Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp Light, c.1910

By General Electric Company (GEC) 1

Located in London, GB

An elegant pair of church opaline glass pendant lights with brass galleries. c.1910 Blown opaline

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Pair of Petite Gilded Brass Pendants, Sciolari Design for Palwa, Germany, 1970s
Pair of Petite Gilded Brass Pendants, Sciolari Design for Palwa, Germany, 1970s

Pair of Petite Gilded Brass Pendants, Sciolari Design for Palwa, Germany, 1970s

By Palwa

Located in Aachen, NRW

Beautiful pair of Palwa pendant lights in very good condition- Sciolari design for Palwa (Palme and

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Crystal & Brass Hanging Pendant Light Fixtures, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Crystal & Brass Hanging Pendant Light Fixtures, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Crystal & Brass Hanging Pendant Light Fixtures, 1950s

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a magnificent pair of hanging pendant lights, made of brass and crystals

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Pair of Antique Edwardian F&C Osler Teardrop Cut Glass Light Pendant Lamp C.1910
Pair of Antique Edwardian F&C Osler Teardrop Cut Glass Light Pendant Lamp C.1910

Pair of Antique Edwardian F&C Osler Teardrop Cut Glass Light Pendant Lamp C.1910

By F. & C. Osler

Located in London, GB

An elegantly matched pair of cut glass pendant lights made in England by F&C Osler. c.1900 Of

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Vintage 1910s English Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Pair Antique Copper Arts & Crafts Holophane Stiletto Glass Pendant Light, c.1910
Pair Antique Copper Arts & Crafts Holophane Stiletto Glass Pendant Light, c.1910

Pair Antique Copper Arts & Crafts Holophane Stiletto Glass Pendant Light, c.1910

By Holophane

Located in London, GB

A striking pair of Holophane 'Stiletto' pendants lights with copper galleries. c.1910. Crisp

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Vintage 1910s English Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lucite String Hanging Chain Pendant Lighting/Lamps
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lucite String Hanging Chain Pendant Lighting/Lamps

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lucite String Hanging Chain Pendant Lighting/Lamps

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a retro pair of Mid-Century Modern pendant lights. These hanging lamps are made with

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Pair of Antique Rare Blue Holophane Glass Pendant Light with Copper Galleries
Pair of Antique Rare Blue Holophane Glass Pendant Light with Copper Galleries

Pair of Antique Rare Blue Holophane Glass Pendant Light with Copper Galleries

By Holophane

Located in Nottingham, GB

A beautiful pair of Vintage Blue Holophane Pendant Lights SOLD AS A PAIR Rare blue Holophane

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Vintage 1930s English Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Early 20th C French Neoclassical Pendant Fixtures with Adjustable height
Pair of Early 20th C French Neoclassical Pendant Fixtures with Adjustable height

Pair of Early 20th C French Neoclassical Pendant Fixtures with Adjustable height

Located in Chicago, IL

style of this pair of pendant lights is elegant and sophisticated with more classical elements and

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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Pair of Antique Edwardian Arts & Crafts Cut Glass Light Pendant Lamp, C.1910
Pair of Antique Edwardian Arts & Crafts Cut Glass Light Pendant Lamp, C.1910

Pair of Antique Edwardian Arts & Crafts Cut Glass Light Pendant Lamp, C.1910

Located in London, GB

A pair of Edwardian cut glass pendant lights with brass galleries. c.1910 Beautifully proportioned

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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Antique Art Deco Sunco Two-Part Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930
Pair of Antique Art Deco Sunco Two-Part Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930

Pair of Antique Art Deco Sunco Two-Part Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930

Located in London, GB

An incredible pair of Art Deco pendant lights made in England by Sunco. c.1930 Moulded crisp

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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Pair of Antique Art Deco Large GEC Moonstone Opaline Glass Light Pendant, C.1930
Pair of Antique Art Deco Large GEC Moonstone Opaline Glass Light Pendant, C.1930

Pair of Antique Art Deco Large GEC Moonstone Opaline Glass Light Pendant, C.1930

By General Electric Company (GEC) 1, Jefferson Electric Co.

Located in London, GB

An incredibly elegant pair of Jefferson Moonstone pendant lights. c.1920 Thick pressed moonstone

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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Purple Model PH-5 Pendant Lamps by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
Pair of Purple Model PH-5 Pendant Lamps by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen

Pair of Purple Model PH-5 Pendant Lamps by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

This is a pair of iconic PH-5 pendant lights in aluminum by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Space Age Opaline Glass Pendants by Lisa Johansson-Pape for ASEA Sweden
Pair of Space Age Opaline Glass Pendants by Lisa Johansson-Pape for ASEA Sweden

Pair of Space Age Opaline Glass Pendants by Lisa Johansson-Pape for ASEA Sweden

By Lisa Johansson-Pape, ASEA

Located in Norwalk, CT

Introducing a rare and exquisite pair of "Onion" pendant lights, a timeless design by the iconic

Category

Vintage 1960s Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass

Pair of Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Brown and Bubble Glass
Pair of Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Brown and Bubble Glass

Pair of Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Brown and Bubble Glass

By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors

Located in Rijssen, NL

Pair of pendant lights in smoke/brown colored glass with brass details from world famous Orrefors

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Brown and Bubble Glass
Pair of Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Brown and Bubble Glass

Pair of Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Brown and Bubble Glass

By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund

Located in Rijssen, NL

Pair of pendant lights in smoke/brown colored glass with brass details from world famous Orrefors

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Brown and Bubble Glass
Pair of Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Brown and Bubble Glass

Pair of Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Brown and Bubble Glass

By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors

Located in Rijssen, NL

Pair of pendant lights in smoke/brown colored glass with brass details from world famous Orrefors

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Sky Flyer Pendant Light
Sky Flyer Pendant Light

Sky Flyer Pendant Light

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful and rare pair of pendant lights designed by Finnish designer Yki Nummi. Nummi was one

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Koch and Lowy Ceiling Pendants
Koch and Lowy Ceiling Pendants

Koch and Lowy Ceiling Pendants

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Pair of clear glass pendant lights with beautiful swirl detail blown in bottom portion of globe

Category

20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Fringe Pendants by Hans Agne Jakobsson
Fringe Pendants by Hans Agne Jakobsson

Fringe Pendants by Hans Agne Jakobsson

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Elegant pair of fringe pendants lights by Hans Agne Jakobsson. Beautiful fabric fringes in neutral

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Glass Gray and Amethyst Pendants
Murano Glass Gray and Amethyst Pendants

Murano Glass Gray and Amethyst Pendants

Located in Austin, TX

Pair of pendant lights made of hand-blown Murano glass elements featuring textured and ridged glass

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Starburst Pendant Lights
Pair of Starburst Pendant Lights

Pair of Starburst Pendant Lights

Located in Los Angeles, CA

brass hanging fixtures with faceted crystal globes
18 bulbs per fixture
PRICED INDIVIDUALLY

Category

Vintage 1950s French Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Great 1950s Gold Pierced Conical Pendants
Great 1950s Gold Pierced Conical Pendants

Great 1950s Gold Pierced Conical Pendants

Located in Miami, FL

rewired 1950s pendant lights are smart and elegant and fun at the same time. Made of gold anodized

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Pair of Red Globe Pendant Lights
Pair of Red Globe Pendant Lights

Pair of Red Globe Pendant Lights

Located in Los Angeles, CA

pair of red cased glass pendant lights one pendant has a slightly deeper red hue

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Flush Mount

Pair of 1950's Pendant Lights
Pair of 1950's Pendant Lights

Pair of 1950's Pendant Lights

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of pendant lights. cased glass in iron twist cages

Category

Vintage 1950s American Flush Mount

Materials

Iron

Pair of Mazzega Glass Pendant Lights
Pair of Mazzega Glass Pendant Lights

Pair of Mazzega Glass Pendant Lights

Located in Los Angeles, CA

pair of blown glass pendant lights gradient glass clear to milk with orange topographical

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Flush Mount

Materials

Glass

Pair of textured Globes
Pair of textured Globes

Pair of textured Globes

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Pair of textured globe pendant lights with dark brownish glass and bronze hardware. Priced

Category

20th Century European Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Midcentury Multicolored Pendant Lights
Pair of Midcentury Multicolored Pendant Lights

Pair of Midcentury Multicolored Pendant Lights

Located in Astoria, NY

Midcentury, multicolored resin pendant lights. Good vintage condition with age appropriate wear and

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Pair of Jeweled Austrian Pendents
Pair of Jeweled Austrian Pendents

Pair of Jeweled Austrian Pendents

Located in New York, NY

Pair of jeweled Austrian pendant lights with faceted crystal in silver plated frames. Each pendant

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Pair of Candy Store Light Fixtures
Pair of Candy Store Light Fixtures

Pair of Candy Store Light Fixtures

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of large globe pendant lights with brass fittings from a 1930's era candy shop.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Pair Pendant Lights For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of pair pendant lights available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique pair pendant lights was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. Find 734 antique and vintage pair pendant lights at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 26 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Pair pendant lights have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of pair pendant lights to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Art Deco pair pendant lights are of considerable interest. Many pair pendant lights are appealing in their simplicity, but Glashütte Limburg, J.T. Kalmar and Holophane produced popular pair pendant lights that are worth a look.

How Much are Pair Pendant Lights?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,578, while they’re typically $156 on the low end and $170,078 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 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.

Questions About Pair Pendant Lights
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A swag pendant light is a fixture that hangs from the ceiling and provides an often inexpensive light source while taking up very little space. Swag pendant lights take up little space — the fixture is typically a bare or shaded socket that is suspended from the ceiling by way of a robust metal chain or cord. A swag pendant also offers a variety of installation options and can enhance the overall look of the room. Shop a range of antique and vintage swag pendant lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Mini pendant lights are scaled-down versions of pendant lights that dangle from an overhead support. Unique mini-pendant lights are a wonderful way to set the ambiance for an entire space because they dangle in mid-air. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique pendant lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Here are what the parts of a pendant light are called: The part that attaches to the ceiling is the mounting strap, and the canopy is the part that covers it. A chain usually connects the canopy to the rest of the light at a point called the hanging loop. At the end of the chain is the socket that holds the pendant light's bulb. On many pendants, a shade surrounds the bulb and diffuses light to soften the illumination produced by the fixtures. Shop a range of pendant lights on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The difference between pendant lights and chandeliers is not complicated. In terms of both style and function, chandeliers are not that different from pendant lights. The difference between a chandelier and pendant light is not how they look but rather the way in which they hang. Chandeliers are suspended with multiple branches that hold many bulbs while pendants typically dangle from one central cord or chain. Chandeliers tend to be more intricate and fancier, so if you're looking for something luxurious, then this might work best. With pendants, you’re likely to find a variety of examples in minimalistic modern styles; these would make great additions to any office space because of their versatility like being able to turn them on/off with ease. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pendant lights and chandeliers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, you can put a pendant light above a kitchen sink. However, if you don’t already have a light receptacle in place, you may need to hire a professional electrician to run wiring to the area. Also, ensure that there is at least 30 to 36 inches of clearance below the light, so you can stand at the sink. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pendant lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Where you hang a pendant light over a kitchen sink is largely a matter of personal preference. If you're installing a new light fixture, consider where you most need task lighting. You may find it better to hang the lamp off to one side to illuminate a food prep area. Generally, there should be 35 to 40 inches of space between the bottom of the pendant and the countertop to allow for adequate clearance. On 1stDibs, find a collection of pendant lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, glass pendant lights get dusty. However, all lighting fixtures will eventually gather dust. Regularly wiping your pendant lights can reduce the presence of dust. Shop a variety of glass pendant lights on 1stDibs.