Mid-Century Modern Holophane Paris Street Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
1960s Mid-Century Modern streetlight from France. These were used throughout Paris and the Normandy provience. The hallmark of Holophane lighting fixtures is the borosilicate glass. ...
Metal
1960s Paris Holophane Globe Street Pendant Light Qty Available
By Holophane
Located in New York, NY
The Holophane Paris Street light turned pendant light fixture represents a seamless fusion of the past and the present, celebrating the legacy of Holophane's innovation while adding ...
Steel
1960s Paris Holophane Globe Streetlight Turned Pendant Street Light
By Holophane
Located in New York, NY
This is an original late 1960s Paris globe Holophane street light from Paris, France now turned into a pendant light.
Glass
Xl Large Holophane Paris Street Pendant Light, France, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
This is an large original late 1960s Paris globe Holophane street light from Paris, France now turned into a pendant light.
Glass
Sold
H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in
Privat Offer nr 2 ADAM !! Holophane Paris Street Pendant Light, France, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
invoice #2 4 National Gallery Prague sconces and 10 Paris Streetlamp Holophane fixtures This is an large original late 1960s Paris globe Holophane street light from Paris, France...
Glass
$2,187 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Parisian Glass Holophane Mid-Century Globe Pendant Lights 'Up to 3 Available'
Located in London, GB
Original mid-century pendant lights. 40 cm model. Paris, France, c1950s. Original Parisian street lights, these lights produced by Europhane are formed from thick good qu...
Glass
$1,856 / item
H 19.69 in Dm 19.69 in
RESTOCK - 50cm Prismatic Glass Holophane Globe Parisian Street Lamp, C.1960
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Worldwide shipping available, get in touch for a quote. Beautifully formed spherical Holophane Parisian glass street lights, made in France. c.1960. This version has the 50cm diame...
Glass, Fiberglass
Group of 10 Large MCM Globe Lights by Lightolier
By Lightolier
Located in Surrey, BC
A very nice grouping complete with ceiling plate on these extra large rare globes showing small brass details old white finish and steel stem. We have rarely seen these sizes in quan...
Brass
Fabio Lenci Pendant Lamp
By Fabio Lenci, Guzzini
Located in South Charleston, WV
Italy 1960's signed made in Italy. An uncommon model from Fabio Lenci for Guzzini. Provides an unexpected glow of illumination above the center line of the sphere through refraction ...
Steel
$2,750 / item
H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in
Rare XL Holophane Pendant Light – Original Paris Streetlamp, France, 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Rare XL Holophane Pendant Light – Original Paris Streetlamp, France, 1960 This exceptional extra-large Holophane pendant light is a rare and iconic example of mid-century industrial...
Metal
$1,680 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 15.75 in
*RESTOCK* 40cm Prismatic Glass Holophane Globe Parisian Street Lamp. c.1960
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Worldwide shipping available, get in touch for a quote. Beautifully formed spherical Parisian glass street lights, made in France. c.1960. This version has the 40cm diameter, these...
Glass, Fiberglass
Antique Opaline Globe Pendant Light 1930s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Antique Art Deco hallway pendant light. This lamp is very typical for the Art Deco era and was widely used to be hung in hallways, offices or larger public places. The lamp has...
Opaline Glass
Stylish Mid-Century Modern Facetted and Lined Glass Pendant or Ceiling Lamp
Located in Lisse, NL
Timeless and small size midcentury pendant by Glashütte Limburg. This rare ceiling lamp from the midcentury era could be the perfect lighting solution for an entrance or any other ...
Glass
Original Holophane Globe Pendant Light, Paris, France, 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Original Holophane Globe Pendant Light, Paris, France, 1960 This original Holophane pendant light, produced in 1960 and formerly used as a street lamp in Paris, France, has been tho...
Glass
Original Holophane Globe Pendant Light, Paris, France, 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Original Holophane Globe Pendant Light, Paris, France, 1960 This original Holophane pendant light, produced in 1960 and formerly used as a street lamp in Paris, France, has been tho...
Metal
1940 Holophane Prismatic Glass Globe Pendant Light with Brass Fittings
By Holophane
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Manufactured in France, circa 1940. This small prismatic glass globe by Holophane features the brand’s iconic refractive pattern, designed to diffuse and maximize light with remarkab...
Glass
Vintage globe pendant light by Doria Leuchten, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Beautiful glass globe pendant light by Doria Leuchten. Beautiful hand made glass shade 1960s - Germany Measures: Height: 65cm Diameter: 25cm Tested and ready to use with a regul...
Brass
Prismatic Holophane Glass And Brass 6in Globe Pendant Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, industrial pendant light features a prismatic Holophane glass globe shade with a brass fitter, chain and ceiling canopy. The full hanging length if the pendant is...
Brass
Fantastic Vintage Parisian Holophane Globe Pendant Chandelier
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Glamorous and impressive very large spherical globe with heavy industrial chain, originally a Paris streetlight and transformed into a hanging pendant. The hallmark of Holophane lumi...
Glass
Exceptional & Large Mid Century Modern Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Executed in multicolored glass and black enameled metal. The lamp needs 1 x E27 Edison screw fit bulb, is with original wiring, and in working condition. It runs both on 110 / 230 ...
Metal, Chrome
Italian Mid-Century Modern Plexs Glass Pendant/Suspension Fixture
By Mazzega
Located in Verviers, BE
Italian in the style of Mazzega Mid-Century Modern plexs glass pendant/suspension fixture. Size shade: Height 37 cm 14.56 inch diameter 48 cm 18.89 inch On an adjustable chain ...
Chrome
$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
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
$2,360 / item
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 20.08 in
Giraffe dining Chair in Solid Brazilian Wood by Juliana Vasconcellos
By Juliana Lima Vasconcellos
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
The Giraffe dining chair was designed with soft curves and slender, but with volume, bringing comfort and elegance. The base structure was thought with three feet. The upholstered se...
Wood
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
$1,270 / item
H 23.5 in W 10 in D 10 in
"Ravelle" Marble and Iron Drinks / Side Table by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Ravelle Drinks Table is designed as a refined accent piece, scaled for layering beside seating. A hammered iron frame in an aged bronze finish supports a honed Emperador marble t...
Marble, Iron
$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
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...
Mohair, Oak
$3,459 / item
H 26.38 in W 70.87 in D 33.86 in
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Natural Linen and Wood Feet, Small Size
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The Flag Couch is a smart and multifunctional piece. The couch has a cushion built into the seat that makes the piece with dual functionality: when is closed, it works as a comfortab...
Fabric, Hardwood
$3,000
H 91.5 in W 26.5 in D 13 in
1970s B&B Italia Olinto Lacquered Cabinet w/ Glass Shelving by Kazuhide Takahama
By B&B Italia, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a tall, lacquered wood Olinto cabinet with glass doors, designed in the 1970s by Japanese architect Kazuhide Takahama for B&B Italia. Takahama's collection featured a series ...
Steel, Aluminum
$8,000 / set
H 9.45 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
2 Italian Sconces in Murano and Chromed Bronze, Style: Art Deco, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 sconces Style: Art Deco Year: 1920 Wall light in Material: Murano and chromed bronze Chic and Elegant To take care of your property and the lives of our customers, the new wiring h...
Chrome
On Hold|$1,930 / item
H 13 in Dm 17 in
Smooth (17") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
A plaster pendant in a smooth, undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940's plaster plafonnier. Hanging by three white chains; with 3 medium ...
Metal
Hand-Painted Decorative Iron Tray - Giraffe
By Bertrando Di Renzo
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Bring vibrant charm to your decor with our hand-painted iron tray, featuring a giraffe design on a teal blue background. Perfect for adding a playful yet sophisticated touch to coffe...
Iron
$3,990 / item
H 34 in W 31 in D 40 in
Custom Made to Order Belgian Linen Slip Cover Club Chair with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This White Linen Slip-Covered Lounge Chair fits as the perfect accent to any room. It's the perfect chair to have adjacent to a sofa, and can make every pillow look delightful in the...
Cotton, Linen, Wood, Down
$2,800 / item
H 21 in W 4 in D 4 in
Serpentine Vertical Ceramic Wall Sconce by Farrah Sit - Single or Mirrored Pair
By Farrah Sit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In this sandy slipcast ceramic wall sconce, generous curves are paired with crisp edges and the repetition of geometry to create a flow. The sconce snakes up and off the wall, a scul...
Brass
Glossy Cream Ceramic Chandelier in Antique Brass 5-Arm 42.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Five antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to five tall stoneware ceramic shades in a glossy glaze with a subtle off-white hue. With a fixed black walnut orb...
Brass
$1,135 / item
H 18.12 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in
Gervasoni Inout Side Table in White Ceramic with Black Dots by Paola Navone
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inout 44 is a coffee table-pouf made of ceramic in black, anthracite grey or white decorated with black polka dots or black stripes, it is characterised by a champagne cork shape, es...
Ceramic
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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