$15,800 / item
Murano Amber Glass "Parasol" Sputnik- Style Chandelier
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Hand-blown Murano glass Sputnik-style chandelier with amber glass "Parasol" mounted discs and brass body, Italy 2016.
Brass
William IV Cut-Glass Twelve-Light Chandelier by Perry & Co, 1840
By Perry & Co
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
Perry & Co. supplied the nine 'inverted parasol' chandeliers in the Music Room of the Royal Pavilion, Brighton, for the Prince Regent, at a cost of £4,290.12s.
Cut Glass
$17,025
Parasol Pendant 34 inch
By Hilliard Lamps
Located in Arcata, CA
Founder Noel Hilliard was inspired to push both age old materials of glass and bronze into new and interesting forms. The Parasol pendant was designed by Noel in 2004. Since then t...
Bronze
Isla Oversized Japanese Paper Parasol Pendant by Tennant New York
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the Wild Kingdom Collection, a scene-stealing set of maximalist art lamps inspired by the majesty of nature. Designed with the modern kitchen island in mind, Model No. 0...
Brass
Indoor/Outdoor Hanging Pendant Light Made from Vintage 1950s Japanese Parasol
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the Ligurian Summer Collection, a sophisticated family of handmade fixtures in natural sea shell, coiled leather, marble, and bamboo, inspired by the faded splendor of th...
Brass
66 inch Grand Parasol Pendant Hand Crafted with Glass and Bronze
By Hilliard Lamps
Located in Arcata, CA
The Grand Parasol is the most ornate and intricate fixture we craft! Measure: 66 inch. Made of thousands of double fused glass tiles soldered to a cast bronze frame. Our founder J...
Bronze
Parasol Brick & Nature Pendel Jore Copenhagen
Located in København N, DK
Only made for Europe electricity! The Parasol lamp is inspired by striped parasols by the beach in the south of france. The striped wicker is eye-catching and the raffia material giv...
Metal
Parasol Black & Nature Pendel Jore Copenhagen
Located in København N, DK
Only made for Europe electricity! The Parasol lamp is inspired by striped parasols by the beach in the south of France. The striped wicker is eye-catching and the raffia material giv...
Metal
Tiffany Studios New York "Parasol" Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A Tiffany Studios New York "Parasol" chandelier. The shade consists of multi-toned yellow, red and orange mottled favrile glass illuminated by six tubular incandescent bulbs.
Hollywood Regency Style Gilt Metal Leaf Parasol Chandelier
Located in Astoria, NY
Hollywood Regency style gilt metal chandelier in shape of a parasol composed of multiple rows of gilt metal leaves.
Metal
French Art Deco Pewter Gilt Metal Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Art Deco pewter gilt metal "parasol" chandelier from the 1920's
Metal
Enormous Wicker Parasol Ceiling Light
Located in Hastings, GB
Hand Crafted Wicker and Willow ceiling light of enormous proportions (170 cm Wide), this stunning pendant light has been rewired and fitted with large gold edison bayonet lamp holder...
Brass
1950s Rattan Wicker Parasol Cluster Chandelier
By Mario Lopez Torres
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Unique vintage chandelier made of a cluster of 6 rattan parasols (each 18 inches across) surrounding a metal frame with 3 bulbs.
Rattan
Vintage Parasol Pendant Light With Blue Stained Glass Shade
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage pendent Light with Card Attached. Brass Toned Hardware Glass is in Great Condition with no Cracks. Fully Functional. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimen...
Glass
Victorian Parasol Earrings of Garnet and 15ct Gold
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
With no effort, flirtation happens when you wear this atypical pair of 15ct. gold Victorian earrings seductively hiding a cabochon garnet teardrop under a parasol of gold fringe. A ...
Diamond, Garnet, 15k Gold
Fortuny Hanging Silk "Parasol" Chandelier - Two Available
By Fortuny
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This lovely lamp dates from the 1980's, and was recently removed from its' original Hollywood home. The shade is a stenciled silk, stretched over a wire frame. Multiple braided cords...
French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier by Genet et Michon
By Gênet et Michon
Located in Long Island City, NY
A French art deco pendant chandelier by the French artist " Genet et Michon " Bronze circular mounting in a gathered fabric design embraces a dome frosted glass shade accentuated wi...
Bronze
$9,475
H 37 in Dm 27 in
ModernistB rass Sputnik Chandelier w/ Hand Blown Translucent Murano Glass Discs
Located in New York, NY
This dramatic and graphic sputnik was realized in Murano, Italy- the islands off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for their superlative glass production. It features a weal...
Brass
Rare Scandinavian Modern Pendant, Gunnel Nyman, Idman Oy, 1940/1950s
By Idman Oy, Gunnel Nyman
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant, design Gunnel Nyman, manufactured by Idman, 1940/1950s. Brass and glass. Wooden slat shade. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Brass
$1,690
H 43.31 in Dm 16.54 in
Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Pendant with Stunning Paper Shade, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A stunningly beautiful ceiling pendant made of a metal frame with a two-layered folded paper shade. This is a very rare model as we have not come across a similar example in 30 year...
Metal
$1,850
H 24.81 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Art Deco Pendant / Chandelier by David Gueron Degue 1930 Frosted Glass White
By David Gueron Degue, Degué
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous & timeless! This French Art Deco pendant by David Gueron Degue 1930. Marvelous white frosted glass shade with floral Art Deco motives. The chandelier comes with the origi...
Metal, Bronze
Exceptional Early 19th Century Waterford Crystal Eighteen-Light Chandelier
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Long Island City, NY
An Exceptional Early 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Waterford Crystal Eighteen Light Chandelier An etched crown above a crystal string body leading to a beaded basket with drop crysta...
Crystal, Bronze
$3,945
H 10.63 in Dm 20.87 in
Uchiwa Midcentury Pendant Chandelier in Style of Ingo Maurer, Germany 1960s
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Echt, NL
Stunning Uchiwa chandelier in very good condition. Made from 6 overlapping woven palm leaves segments, this chandelier is both elegant and unique. This chandelier is inspired on t...
Bamboo, Wicker
$3,249
H 27.56 in Dm 10.63 in
Rare 1950s/60s Italian pendant light in the style of Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce
By Arredoluce, Stilnovo, Angelo Lelii
Located in Milano, IT
Rare 1950s/60s Italian pendant light in the style of Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce The structure is composed of black lacquered metal with brass elements forming a delicate, rhythmic ...
Metal, Brass
$2,141
H 23.63 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Antique French Art Deco Pendant / Chandelier by Muller Freres White Glass 1930
By Muller Fres Luneville, Muller Frères
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous & timeless! This French Art Deco pendant by Muller Frères Luneville 1930. Marvelous white frosted glass shade with amazing geometric Art Deco motives. Exquisite frame in ...
Metal, Bronze
19th Century Baccarat Crystal Chandelier Five-Light Chandelier
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A lovely antique Baccarat crystal electrified chandelier, gilt brass beautifully decorated with several tiers of large pendaloques in different shapes and sizes, finishing at the bot...
Crystal, Brass
Art Deco Pendant Lamp in brass and milk glass, 1940s
Located in Palermo, IT
Art Deco pendant lamp in brass and milk glass, 1940s E27 bulb. Glass intact, good condition. This type of chandelier, often called a "plafonnier," consists of a metal frame that supp...
Brass
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.75 in Dm 13.63 in
French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier in the manner of Degue
By Degué
Located in Miami, FL
Illuminate your space with this stunning French Art Deco chandelier. Featuring a striking geometric design, this signed masterpiece combines molded frosted glass with a sophisticated...
Bronze, Nickel
Paavo Tynell 1972 Pendant Bamboo Shade Ø60 cm for GUBI
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
Located in New York, NY
Designed by the legendary Paavo Tynell, the 1972 pendant features a conical shade in bamboo, crafted by master artisans. The the bamboo slats are hand sewn into a pleated mat and fas...
Brass
Ceiling Light by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ceiling Light by Stilnovo (Italy, c. 1960s) Halophane glass bottom diffuser with black enameled top shade. Ventilation slits give added detail and focus to the illuminated. A three ...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
$1,485
H 9.5 in Dm 8 in
Modern One-of-a-kind Handmade Japanese Washi Paper LED Pendant Lamp, Croissant
By SATSUMA WASHI STUDIO
Located in New York, NY
Satsuma Washi Studio produces handmade “Washi”, a Japanese traditional craft paper with a history of about 1400 years. This organic material comes from the bark of the branches of th...
Paper
Large Hanging Pendant with Birch Dowels by Mel Smilow
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
The Large Hanging Pendant is part of the re-issued Smilow Lighting Collection, originally designed by Mel Smilow in 1956 and officially reintroduced by his daughter Judy Smilow in 20...
Brass
$2,375 / item
H 5 in Dm 10 in
Semi Flush Mount in Hand Carved Travertine Marble, Piedra Lighting Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Our Piedra lighting takes its inspiration from the stone masks of the ancient civilization of Teotihuacán. Carved in the Mexican city of Tecali, which means ‘stone house’ in Nahuatl,...
Onyx
$1,900 / item
H 14 in W 9 in D 9 in
CADEN Small Ceramic Dome Table Lamp, Highly Textured Black Glaze, Kalin Asenov
By Kalin Asenov
Located in Savannah, GA
Obsidian Reef A deeply textured black lava glaze, reminiscent of coral and natural stone, with captivating shades that come alive when illuminated In Kalin Asenov's studio locat...
Ceramic
$6,620 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Espresso Brown Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...
Lacquer
Custom Coquillage Plaster Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Custom Coquillage plaster fixture. Please note this fixture can be customized in different sizes. Lead time is 10-12 weeks. Please inquire. We currently have one available. NOTE: ...
Plaster
$434 / item
H 3.54 in W 4.92 in D 5.51 in
Galupa Art Deco Wall Sconce, Optical Glass & Aluminum, Up/Down Lighting
Located in İstiklal, TR
GALUPA Art Deco Wall Sconce, a masterpiece of design that effortlessly combines elegance and functionality. This stunning wall sconce is crafted in the timeless Art Deco style, featu...
Aluminum
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
$9,091 / item
H 21.66 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Pair Various Positions Nightstand in Walnut and Oak by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Inspired by his fascination with the aesthetic allure of interiors depicted in films and literature, Yaniv Chen endeavors to capture the essence of captivating spaces. Reflecting upo...
Oak, Walnut
$792Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
Rosso Glass Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$7,950 / set
H 30.32 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in
1940s Kozelka & Kropacek Armchairs in Texel Sheepskin & Brown Patinated Frame
By Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Czech design by Kozelka & Kropacek, reupholstered in luxurious Texel sheepskin with warm brown patinated bentwood frames. Comfort, craftsmanship, and timeless style. De...
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Bentwood
$1,495 / item
H 8.88 in W 9.4 in D 13.38 in
'ZuZu' Verdigris Patinated Brass Wall Sconce in the Style of Jacques Biny
By Jacques Biny
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'ZuZu' Verdigris Patinated Brass Wall Sconce in the Style of Jacques Biny An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed wall sconce reminiscent of the iconic work of French lighting des...
Brass
Small 'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small 'Floatation' Japanese paper suspension lamp for Ingo Maurer. Designed and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lighting icons since 1966. With imaginatio...
Metal, Iron
ShiLU Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of Lumfardo Luminaries contemporary collection, the ShiLU Sconce is a fully Directional reading sconce crafted from patinated brass and steel hardware and fabric shade. Classic ...
Steel, Brass
$2,115 / item
H 23.6 in Dm 19.6 in
'Yoruba Rose' Japanese Washi Paper & Stainless Steel Table Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Dagmar, Ingo Maurer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Yoruba Rose' Japanese Washi paper & stainless steel table lamp for Ingo Maurer Designed by Dagmar Mombach and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lightin...
Stainless Steel
$59,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 120 in W 48.5 in D 24.5 in
French Empire Revival 19th Century Giltwood Carved Figural Console and Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French Empire Revival 19th century giltwood and Gesso carved figural console table with matching mirror. The "D" shaped top console raised by a pair of seated winged sphinxes ...
Marble
$186,000
W 276 in L 276 in
Supremely Elegant with Neo-Classical Embellishment Antique French Savonnerie Rug
Located in New York, NY
19th Century French Savonnerie Carpet 23' x 23'
Wool
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.
Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
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