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Pate De Verre Chandelier

Art Deco Art Nouveau Hunting Horn Amber Art Glass Pâte De Verre Brass Chandelier
Art Deco Art Nouveau Hunting Horn Amber Art Glass Pâte De Verre Brass Chandelier

Art Deco Art Nouveau Hunting Horn Amber Art Glass Pâte De Verre Brass Chandelier

Located in Coimbra, PT

Vintage Art Deco or Art Nouveau colorful hand blown Amber art glass shades 'Hunting Horn' pâte de verre chandelier Measures: Diameter 16 in / 40 cm Height 28 in/ 70 cm Weight 6 lb. (...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Art Nouveau Chandelier by Hector Guimard, Bronze & Pate de Verre
Art Nouveau Chandelier by Hector Guimard, Bronze & Pate de Verre

Art Nouveau Chandelier by Hector Guimard, Bronze & Pate de Verre

By Hector Guimard

Located in Rebais, FR

Art Nouveau Bronze Hector Guimard Chandelier with nickel finish and dark blue pate de verre.     

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Muller Frères Art Deco Pendant Chandelier, Pate-de-Verre, France
Muller Frères Art Deco Pendant Chandelier, Pate-de-Verre, France

Muller Frères Art Deco Pendant Chandelier, Pate-de-Verre, France

By Muller Frères

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Art Deco Signed Muller Fréres Plafonnier Pendant Ceiling Chandelier, Made in France Luneville Circa 1895-1910's A decorative pate-de-verre plafonnier by Muller Fréres.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French, Art Nouveau Brass Chandelier with Pâte De Verre Glass by Noverdy, 1920
French, Art Nouveau Brass Chandelier with Pâte De Verre Glass by Noverdy, 1920

French, Art Nouveau Brass Chandelier with Pâte De Verre Glass by Noverdy, 1920

Located in Barntrup, DE

A beautiful four-light Art Nouveau brass pendant chandelier with Pâte de Verre glass by Noverdy. This impressive French Art Nouveau period chandelier features a central, beautifully ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French Louis XVI Style Bronze Chandelier with Pate De Verre Glass by Noverdy
French Louis XVI Style Bronze Chandelier with Pate De Verre Glass by Noverdy

French Louis XVI Style Bronze Chandelier with Pate De Verre Glass by Noverdy

By Jean Noverdy

Located in Barntrup, DE

Beautiful French Louis XVI style three-light bronze chandelier with orange and blue pate de Verre glass lampshades signed ”Noverdy France” by Jean Noverdy.

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Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Art Deco Chandelier by Daum, Nancy France, in Pate de Verre, circa 1940
Art Deco Chandelier by Daum, Nancy France, in Pate de Verre, circa 1940

Art Deco Chandelier by Daum, Nancy France, in Pate de Verre, circa 1940

By Daum

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Beautiful 3-light chandelier. Executed in 4 separate pieces of glass in the "P@te de Verre" technique. Manufactured and signed by Daum in Nancy, France circa 1940.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Art Deco Pâte de Verre Blue & Smoked Honey Glass Chandelier w/ Leaf Form Fitting
Art Deco Pâte de Verre Blue & Smoked Honey Glass Chandelier w/ Leaf Form Fitting

Art Deco Pâte de Verre Blue & Smoked Honey Glass Chandelier w/ Leaf Form Fitting

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite Art Deco pâte de verre glass pendant chandelier, signed Muller Frères and created in France circa 1930, is a breathtaking example of the elegance and innovation that d...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Art Deco Pâte de Verre Glass and Bronze Four-Light Chandelier by Noverdy France
Art Deco Pâte de Verre Glass and Bronze Four-Light Chandelier by Noverdy France

Art Deco Pâte de Verre Glass and Bronze Four-Light Chandelier by Noverdy France

By Jean Noverdy

Located in Barntrup, DE

Art Deco pâte de verre glass and bronze four-light chandelier by Jean Noverdy France, circa the 1920s.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Bronze

1970s Venetian Pâte de Verre Lantern Pendant Light with Metal Cage
1970s Venetian Pâte de Verre Lantern Pendant Light with Metal Cage

1970s Venetian Pâte de Verre Lantern Pendant Light with Metal Cage

Located in Barntrup, DE

Venetian Style Pâte de Verre glass metal caged lantern pendant light, France, 1970s. Impressive and large hand-blown Pâte de Verre glass lantern in orange and dark blue tones formed ...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Degué Forget and Pate de Verre Schade Pendant Lobby Lamp Signed 1930s
Degué Forget and Pate de Verre Schade Pendant Lobby Lamp Signed 1930s

Degué Forget and Pate de Verre Schade Pendant Lobby Lamp Signed 1930s

By Degué

Located in Verviers, BE

Degué Forget and Pate de Verre Schade Pendant Lobby Lamp Signed 1930s Forget Chandelier with originel light bulb Metal chain 27 cm Originel socket E27 New Wiring Original patina o...

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Vintage 1930s French Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

French Art Nouveau Muller Frères Pâte de Verre Glass and Bronze Pendant, ca 1920
French Art Nouveau Muller Frères Pâte de Verre Glass and Bronze Pendant, ca 1920

French Art Nouveau Muller Frères Pâte de Verre Glass and Bronze Pendant, ca 1920

By Muller Fres Luneville

Located in Barntrup, DE

A refined French Art Nouveau pendant by Muller Frères Lunéville, featuring a richly toned pâte de verre glass bowl and sculptural bronze mounts, exemplifying the finest French decora...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

French Art Deco Croismare Pendant Light in Amber and Violet Pâte de Verre Glass
French Art Deco Croismare Pendant Light in Amber and Violet Pâte de Verre Glass

French Art Deco Croismare Pendant Light in Amber and Violet Pâte de Verre Glass

By G.V. Croismare

Located in Barntrup, DE

Art Deco French pendant featuring marbled amber and violet pâte de verre glass by G.V. Croismare, Lorraine region, circa 1920s.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Art Nouveau Pâte de Verre Pendant Light by G.V. Croismare, France, ca. 1920
Art Nouveau Pâte de Verre Pendant Light by G.V. Croismare, France, ca. 1920

Art Nouveau Pâte de Verre Pendant Light by G.V. Croismare, France, ca. 1920

By G.V. Croismare

Located in Barntrup, DE

An Art Nouveau pendant signed G.V. Croismare for Muller Frères Lunéville, featuring richly colored pâte de verre glass and sculptural brass mounts. This refined French Art Nouveau p...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Important Wrought Iron Chandelier with Blue Blown Glass, Art Deco, France
Important Wrought Iron Chandelier with Blue Blown Glass, Art Deco, France

Important Wrought Iron Chandelier with Blue Blown Glass, Art Deco, France

Located in VÉZELAY, FR

We present to you an exceptional chandelier, a centerpiece of the Art Deco style, perfectly combining forged iron and blue blown pâte de verre.

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20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

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Art Deco French Pate De Verre Ceiling Light by Noverdy
Art Deco French Pate De Verre Ceiling Light by Noverdy

Art Deco French Pate De Verre Ceiling Light by Noverdy

By Jean Noverdy

Located in Daylesford, Victoria

Art Deco authentic French ceiling lamp in hand forged iron depicting Chestnut and/or Maple leaves, on 3 iron loops suspending the central blue and white glass bowl and 3 matching gla...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Strasbourg, 1930s
Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Strasbourg, 1930s

Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Strasbourg, 1930s

By Muller Frères

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

This ceiling fixture cleverly combines the sturdy material of bronze with the elegance of pate de verre glass, harmoniously blending functionality and aesthetics.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Bronze

Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s
Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s

Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s

By Muller Frères

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

The heavy lamp with its colorful Pate de Verre glas is signed and gives a very pleasant light.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Metal

Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s
Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s

Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s

By Muller Frères

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

This ceiling lamp cleverly combines the robust material of wrought iron with the fragile elegance of Pate de Verre glass, harmoniously combining functionality and aesthetics.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville, 1930s
Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville, 1930s

Art Deco Pate De Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville, 1930s

By Muller Frères

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

This ceiling lamp cleverly combines the robust material of bronze with the elegance of Pate de Verre glass, harmoniously combining functionality and aesthetics.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Bronze

Art Deco Pate de Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Bronze, 1920s
Art Deco Pate de Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Bronze, 1920s

Art Deco Pate de Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Bronze, 1920s

By Muller Frères

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

Art-Déco-Kronleuchter by Muller Freres Luneville The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The signature "Muller ...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Art Deco Pate de Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Bronze, 1930s
Art Deco Pate de Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Bronze, 1930s

Art Deco Pate de Verre Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Bronze, 1930s

By Muller Frères

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

Art-Déco-Kronleuchter by Muller Freres Luneville The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The signature "Muller ...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Gorgeous pate de verre degue chandelier antique French art nouveau bronze
Gorgeous pate de verre degue chandelier antique French art nouveau bronze

Gorgeous pate de verre degue chandelier antique French art nouveau bronze

By David Gueron Degue, Degué

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

This French Art Deco / Art Nouveau ''Pâte de Verre'' chandelier by David Gueron Degue 1910-1920.

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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Frerés, 1930s
ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Frerés, 1930s

ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Frerés, 1930s

By Muller Fres Luneville

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

ART DECO ceiling lamp, signed Muller Frerés, 1930s The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The signature "Mulle...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Frerés, 1930s
ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Frerés, 1930s

ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Frerés, 1930s

By Muller Fres Luneville

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

ART DECO ceiling lamp, signed Muller Frerés, 1930s The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The signature "Mulle...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Frerés, 1930s
ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Frerés, 1930s

ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Frerés, 1930s

By Muller Fres Luneville

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

ART DECO ceiling lamp, signed Muller Frerés, 1930s The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The signature "Mulle...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

ART DECO Chandelier signed  by Schneider, pate de verre, Bronze, 1930s
ART DECO Chandelier signed  by Schneider, pate de verre, Bronze, 1930s

ART DECO Chandelier signed by Schneider, pate de verre, Bronze, 1930s

By Schneider

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

ART DECO ceiling lamp, signed Schneider ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The signature "Schneider" on this ceili...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Pate de Verre Bronze, 1920s
Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Pate de Verre Bronze, 1920s

Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Pate de Verre Bronze, 1920s

By Muller Frères

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

This ceiling lamp skilfully combines the robust nickel-plated bronze with the elegance of Pate de Verre glass, harmoniously uniting functionality and aesthetics.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Pate de Verre Bronze, 1920s
Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Pate de Verre Bronze, 1920s

Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Pate de Verre Bronze, 1920s

By Muller Frères

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

Art-Déco-Kronleuchter by Muller Freres Luneville The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The signature ‘Muller ...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Brass French Art Deco Chandelier with Pate de Verre Glass Shades Muller Style
Brass French Art Deco Chandelier with Pate de Verre Glass Shades Muller Style

Brass French Art Deco Chandelier with Pate de Verre Glass Shades Muller Style

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Original brass frame with original pate de verre glass shades. Rewired and in very good condition with a beautiful patina.  

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

French Art Deco Pate de Verre Glass Bowl Chandelier by Jean Noverdy, 1920s
French Art Deco Pate de Verre Glass Bowl Chandelier by Jean Noverdy, 1920s

French Art Deco Pate de Verre Glass Bowl Chandelier by Jean Noverdy, 1920s

By Jean Noverdy

Located in Barntrup, DE

This adorable French Art Deco period pendant chandelier features a mottled “Pâte de Verre” art glass bowl in yellow, lilac, and white color, signed ”Noverdy France” by Jean Noverdy, ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Bronze

Art Deco Pate de Verre and Iron Fixture
Art Deco Pate de Verre and Iron Fixture

Art Deco Pate de Verre and Iron Fixture

Located in Troy, MI

French art glass hanging fixture with wrought iron foliate details and a rich, sunset hued glass bowl with speckled rim. New wiring for US electrical standards. Height measurement sh...

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Vintage 1930s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Louis XVI Style Bronze and Red Pâte de Verre Glass Three-Light Chandelier
Louis XVI Style Bronze and Red Pâte de Verre Glass Three-Light Chandelier

Louis XVI Style Bronze and Red Pâte de Verre Glass Three-Light Chandelier

Located in Barntrup, DE

A Small but fine French Louis XVI-style chandelier. Three bronze branches, each with a red Pâte de Verre glass shade, socket for B22 size light bulb.

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Vintage 1930s French Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Pate de Verre nickel plate, 1920s
Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Pate de Verre nickel plate, 1920s

Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Freres Luneville Pate de Verre nickel plate, 1920s

By Muller Frères

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

Art-Déco-Kronleuchter by Muller Freres Luneville The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The signature "Muller ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Nickel

ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Fres & Bronze by Petitot, 1930s
ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Fres & Bronze by Petitot, 1930s

ART DECO chandelier pate de verre by Muller Fres & Bronze by Petitot, 1930s

By Muller Fres Luneville, Atelier Petitot

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

ART DECO ceiling lamp, signed Muller Freres an Atelier Petitot The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The sig...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Art Deco Style wrought iron Lamp Pate de Verre, 1950s
Art Deco Style wrought iron Lamp Pate de Verre, 1950s

Art Deco Style wrought iron Lamp Pate de Verre, 1950s

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

Art Deco Style wrought iron Lamp Pate de Verre The ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. This ceiling lamp skilfully combin...

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20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Noverdy, 1930s
Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Noverdy, 1930s

Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Noverdy, 1930s

By Jean Noverdy

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

This ceiling lamp cleverly combines the robust material of bronze with the elegance of Pate de Verre glass, harmoniously combining functionality and aesthetics.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Noverdy, 1930s
Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Noverdy, 1930s

Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Noverdy, 1930s

By Jean Noverdy

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

This ceiling lamp cleverly combines the robust material of bronze with the elegance of Pate de Verre glass, harmoniously combining functionality and aesthetics.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Schneider, 1930s
Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Schneider, 1930s

Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Schneider, 1930s

By Schneider

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

This imposing ceiling lamp cleverly combines the robust material with the elegance of Pate de Verre glass, harmoniously uniting functionality and aesthetics.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Degué , 1930s
Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Degué , 1930s

Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Degué , 1930s

By Degué

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

This imposing ceiling lamp cleverly combines the robust material bronze with the elegance of Pate de Verre glass, harmoniously uniting functionality and aesthetics.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

ART DECO Pate de Verre hanging lamp ceiling lamp bronze 1930s
ART DECO Pate de Verre hanging lamp ceiling lamp bronze 1930s

ART DECO Pate de Verre hanging lamp ceiling lamp bronze 1930s

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

ART DECO Pate de Verre ceiling lamp bronze, 1930s The ART DECO ceiling lamp is a remarkable example of the craftsmanship and style of the early 20th century. The ceiling lamp is a s...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s
Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s

Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s

By Muller Frères

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

The heavy lamp is nickel plated. The coloured Pate de Verre glasses are signed and give a very pleasant light.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s
Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s

Art Deco Pate De Verre Ceiling Lamp by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1930s

By Muller Frères

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

The heavy lamp with its colorful Pate de Verre glas is signed and gives a very pleasant light.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze

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Pate De Verre Chandelier For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal pate de verre chandelier for your home. A pate de verre chandelier — often made from glass, metal and brass — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect pate de verre chandelier — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A pate de verre chandelier is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. A well-made pate de verre chandelier has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Charles Schneider, David Gueron Degue and Jean Noverdy are consistently popular.

How Much is a Pate De Verre Chandelier?

Prices for a pate de verre chandelier can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $541 and can go as high as $9,246, while the average can fetch as much as $1,520.

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.