Stoneware Pendant Lamps
Danish Modern Stoneware Pendant Lamp by Still Keramik, 1960s
By Stiil Keramik
Located in Odense, DK
Charming and unique stoneware pendant lamp by Danish studio "Stiil Keramik" in the 1960s. Hand
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
Ceramic pendant lamp by Jette Hellerøe for Axella Stoneware, Denmark 1970s
By Axella Stentøj, Jette Hellerøe
Located in Balen, BE
Ceramic Pendant Lamp by Jette Hellerøe for Axella Stoneware, Denmark, 1970s
A large ceramic
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Matte Stoneware "Beehive" Pendant Lamp by Jane and Gordon Martz
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ceramic pendant lamp designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios as part of the "236
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Pendant Lamp "Tramontana" in Textured white Ceramic
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Tramontana is a one-of-a-kind sculptural lamp handcrafted by Irene Sánchez Carrillo in her
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2010s Spanish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
Unique Danish Søholm Stoneware Lamps in Light Glazing and Earth Colors, 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful pair of unique stoneware pendants in white and brown glazing handmade in Denmark in the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic
$3,320 / set
H 9.45 in Dm 8.27 in
large ceiling lamp, giant ceramic bowl dining room living room, beige
By Manolo Eirin
Located in Carballo, ES
Ceramic pendant lamp handcrafted The electrical connection of the lamp is suitable for both the
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$1,186 / item
H 13 in Dm 16.93 in
Ceiling Lamp Designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1954
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling lamp designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand,
Sweden, 1954.
Stoneware.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
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Contemporary Concrete Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, SMOKE
Located in Köln, DE
suspension lamp, expertly crafted from stoneware and finished with a textured layer of mineral concrete
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Concrete
H 13.78 in W 8.67 in D 3.15 in
Contemporary Matte Salmon Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, LOVER3.0
Located in Köln, DE
" lighting collection, a unique series of pendant lamps that playfully explore the possibilities of geometric
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 7.88 in W 7.21 in D 7.21 in
Contemporary Matte White Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, SML2
Located in Köln, DE
"SMALL LIGHT 2.0" lamp is a labor of love, carefully crafted using high-quality ceramic stoneware. The
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 10.24 in W 6.3 in D 7.29 in
Contemporary Matte Black Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, SML2
Located in Köln, DE
"SMALL LIGHT 2.0" lamp is a labor of love, carefully crafted using high-quality ceramic stoneware. The
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 10.24 in W 6.3 in D 7.29 in
Contemporary Glossy White Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, SMOKE
Located in Köln, DE
suspension lamp
SMOKE
design RODRIGO VAIRINHOS
SMOKE is a unique flat vertical ceramic suspension
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 13.78 in W 8.67 in D 3.15 in
Contemporary Glossy Black Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, SML4
Located in Köln, DE
suspension lamp
SMALL LIGHT 4.0
design RODRIGO VAIRINHOS
SMALL LIGHT is a collection of four
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 9.89 in W 10.44 in D 10.44 in
Contemporary Glossy White Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, SML1
Located in Köln, DE
suspension lamp
SMALL LIGHT 1.0
design RODRIGO VAIRINHOS
SMALL LIGHT is a collection of four
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 9.89 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in
Contemporary Glossy Black Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, SML3
Located in Köln, DE
suspension lamp
SMALL LIGHT 3.0
design RODRIGO VAIRINHOS
SMALL LIGHT is a collection of four
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2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 9.89 in W 10.44 in D 10.44 in
Contemporary Glossy White Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, SML3
Located in Köln, DE
suspension lamp
SMALL LIGHT 3.0
design RODRIGO VAIRINHOS
SMALL LIGHT is a collection of four
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 9.89 in W 10.44 in D 10.44 in
Contemporary Matte Salmon Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, SML4
Located in Köln, DE
suspension lamp
SMALL LIGHT 4.0
design RODRIGO VAIRINHOS
SMALL LIGHT is a collection of four
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 9.89 in W 10.44 in D 10.44 in
Contemporary Matte Black Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, SML1
Located in Köln, DE
suspension lamp
SMALL LIGHT 1.0
design RODRIGO VAIRINHOS
SMALL LIGHT is a collection of four
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 9.89 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in
Contemporary Cork and Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, ORGANIC
Located in Köln, DE
ORGANIC Suspension Lamp
Designed by Rodrigo Vairinhos
The ORGANIC suspension lamp is a seamless
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2010s German Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware, Faux Leather, Cork
H 7.88 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in
Contemporary Concrete / Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design LOVER 2.0
Located in Köln, DE
suspension lamp LOVER 2.0_concrete
design RODRIGO VAIRINHOS
The "LOVER 2.0_concrete" suspension
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2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Concrete
H 7.49 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Contemporary Matte White Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, LOVER 2.0
Located in Köln, DE
" lighting collection, a unique series of pendant lamps that playfully explore the possibilities of geometric
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 7.09 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Contemporary Matte Green Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, LOVER 1.0
Located in Köln, DE
" lighting collection, a unique series of pendant lamps that playfully explore the possibilities of geometric
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 8.39 in W 5.32 in D 5.32 in
Contemporary Matte Black Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, LOVER 3.0
Located in Köln, DE
" lighting collection, a unique series of pendant lamps that playfully explore the possibilities of geometric
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2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 7.88 in W 7.21 in D 7.21 in
Contemporary Matte Black Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, LOVER 1.0
Located in Köln, DE
" lighting collection, a unique series of pendant lamps that playfully explore the possibilities of geometric
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 8.39 in W 5.32 in D 5.32 in
Contemporary Matte Green Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, LOVER 2.0
Located in Köln, DE
" lighting collection, a unique series of pendant lamps that playfully explore the possibilities of geometric
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 7.09 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Contemporary Gloss White Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, LOVER 3.0
Located in Köln, DE
" lighting collection, a unique series of pendant lamps that playfully explore the possibilities of geometric
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 7.88 in W 7.21 in D 7.21 in
Contemporary Gloss black Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, LOVER 2.0
Located in Köln, DE
" lighting collection, a unique series of pendant lamps that playfully explore the possibilities of geometric
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 7.09 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Contemporary Gloss Black Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, LOVER 3.0
Located in Köln, DE
" lighting collection, a unique series of pendant lamps that playfully explore the possibilities of geometric
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 7.88 in W 7.21 in D 7.21 in
Contemporary Gloss White Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, LOVER 2.0
Located in Köln, DE
" lighting collection, a unique series of pendant lamps that playfully explore the possibilities of geometric
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 7.09 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Contemporary Gloss White Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, LOVER 1.0
Located in Köln, DE
" lighting collection, a unique series of pendant lamps that playfully explore the possibilities of geometric
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 8.39 in W 5.32 in D 5.32 in
Contemporary Gloss Black Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, LOVER 1.0
Located in Köln, DE
" lighting collection, a unique series of pendant lamps that playfully explore the possibilities of geometric
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 8.39 in W 5.32 in D 5.32 in
Contemporary Matte Black Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design, LOVER 2.0
Located in Köln, DE
" lighting collection, a unique series of pendant lamps that playfully explore the possibilities of geometric
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 7.09 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Gemini — Handmade Dual-Light Ceramic Stoneware & Kvadrat Fabric Suspension Lamp
Located in Köln, DE
suspension lamp
GEMINI_rumor
design RODRIGO VAIRINHOS
Step into the realm of sensual lighting
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware, Textile
H 2.76 in W 2.76 in D 12.37 in
Contemporary Glossy Black Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design WHITE NOI
Located in Köln, DE
lamp is a sculptural piece that blends elegance with functionality. Crafted from ceramic stoneware
Category
2010s German Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 15.36 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Contemporary Matte Salmon Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design TWIN 2.2
Located in Köln, DE
ceramic stoneware. Each lamp is carefully created to ensure that every piece is unique, with slight
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 7.88 in W 7.29 in D 7.29 in
Contemporary Matte Green Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design TWIN 1.1
Located in Köln, DE
ceramic stoneware. Each lamp is carefully created to ensure that every piece is unique, with slight
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 7.88 in W 7.29 in D 7.29 in
Contemporary Gloss White Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design TWIN 1.2
Located in Köln, DE
ceramic stoneware. Each lamp is carefully created to ensure that every piece is unique, with slight
Category
2010s German Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 7.88 in W 7.29 in D 7.29 in
Contemporary Glossy White Stoneware Suspension Lamp, Minimalist Design TWIN 1.1
Located in Köln, DE
-quality ceramic stoneware. Each lamp is carefully created to ensure that every piece is unique, with
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2010s German Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
H 7.88 in W 7.29 in D 7.29 in
Gourd, 3d Printed Ceramic Clay, Contemporary Table Lamp by KERAMIK, Greece
Located in Thessaloniki, GR
Pendant light in a bold, geometric shape influenced by nature, fruits and vegetables. A beautiful
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2010s Greek Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware
1960s California Studio Pottery Drum-Shaped Pendant Light with Raised Vents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A unique stoneware pendant lamp with architectural, crenellated vents around the side. The lamp is
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
1960s California Studio Pottery Pendant Light Fixture with Raised Vents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A unique stoneware pendant lamp with architectural, crenellated vents around the side. The lamp is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
1960s California Studio Pottery Pendant Light with Rectangular Impressions
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A unique stoneware pendant lamp with architectural, crenellated vents around the side. The lamp is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Pendant Lamp by Christine Roland, 2019
By Christine Roland
Located in Berlin, DE
Ceiling lamp made of grey stoneware, chamotted with green slipware. Hanging elements on hooks
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2010s German Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
1960s California Studio Pottery Drum-Shaped Pendant Light Fixture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A unique stoneware pendant lamp with architectural, crenellated vents around the side. The lamp is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
1960s California Studio Pottery Pendant Light Fixture with Crenellations
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A unique stoneware pendant lamp with architectural vents around the side. The lamp is made from a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Ceramic pendant lamp by Axella Stoneware, Denmark 1970s
By Axella Stentøj
Located in Balen, BE
Vintage Danish Ceramic Wall Light by Axella Stoneware, Denmark 1970s. Handmade pendant lamp in
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Vintage 1970s Danish Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic
Large Womb Pendant Lamp by Jan Ernst
By Jan Ernst de Wet
Located in Geneve, CH
Large womb pendant lamp by Jan Ernst
Dimensions: D 28 W 60 H 55 cm
Materials: White stoneware
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2010s South African Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
Hanging Ceramic Lamp By Brent Bennett
Located in Cathedral City, CA
GLAZED STONEWARE LAMP BY CALIFORNIA CERAMICIST BRENT BENNETT.
INDOOR OR OUTDOOR USE.INCISED
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21st Century and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
Pendant Lamp by Raul Coronel
By Raul Coronel
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Striking stoneware pendant lamp, etched and glazed, creating an unusual, interesting light pattern.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Chandeliers and Pendants
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Murano Round Green Glass and Brass Modern Wall Light and Sconces, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
Very special Murano glass wall light, stylish and elegant, their design truly unique in their kind. Beautiful coloring.
The wall light is composed of a brass stem where a system for...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$1,660 / item
H 13.78 in Dm 9.45 in
Solana Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish, French, and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. The walnut back plate (available in natural...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Enamel, Brass
Heavy Danish Modern Swivel Stool in Patinated Leather & Oak, Fritz Hansen, 1930s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Big and sturdy Danish Modern swivel stool attributed to Fritz Hansen, Denmark in the 1930s. The stool is in very good original condition. The thick and soft natural leather is worn b...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Oak
$3,052
H 28.35 in Dm 17.72 in
Chic 'Méandre' Gilt Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Undulating 'Méandre' gilt bronze finish side chair by Design Frères.
Gilt bronze finish over steel frame. Natural linen upholstered cushion with contrasting piping.
Chic and unders...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Glossy Cream Ceramic Lola Chandelier in Antique Brass 3-Arm 32.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Three antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to three tall stoneware ceramic shades in a glossy glaze with a subtle off-white hue. With a fixed black walnut o...
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$3,750 / item
H 36 in Dm 32.5 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Model: Razorblade
...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
$664 Sale Price / item
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H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Shroom Rattan Pencil Reed Table Lamp Mid Century Modern
Located in Oxford, GB
Illuminate your space with elegance and artistry with this mid century modern style pencil reed rattan table lamp. Handcrafted with a beautiful structural shroom shape and accented w...
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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Rattan
Pair of Park Night Stands in Noir Oxblood 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...
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2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals
Materials
Lacquer
$6,048 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Böhlmarks, Wall Sconce, Brass, Metal, Sweden, c. 1950s
By Bohlmarks
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and metal wall sconce designed and produced by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1950s.
Variable dimensions, measured as illustrated in the first image.
Dimensions of back plate (inch...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
19th Century Italian Savonarola Chairs
Located in Water Mill, NY
Pair of 19th century Italian iron and bronze Savonarola chairs with paw feet and
separate loose cushions. Seat H first seat 17" with cushion 21" D 16" W 20"
ch...
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Antique Late 19th Century European Armchairs
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Bronze, Iron, Wrought Iron
Bronze and Leather Daybed or Bench by Nicos Zographos
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bronze and caramel color leather daybed or bench, designed by Nicos Zographos, American, circa 1960s. Retains warm original patina to the bronze.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal, Bronze
LUte Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The stunning LUte sconce by Lumfardo Luminaires is an up and down fixed cylindrical wall sconce in unlacquered patinated brass or unlacquered gold finish. An all brass fixture, with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights a...
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Gold, Brass
Saint Bench
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Saint Bench in oak, designed in 2024.
This bench combines traditional design features with a simplistic appearance. Crafted from solid wood .
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2010s Portuguese Modern Benches
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Oak
Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Ventola table lamp by the artist Diego Mardegan exclusively for Glustin Luminaires.
Beautiful two ways shade made of a brass structure, parchemin paper and waxed fabric hold by an...
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$7,661 / item
H 39.38 in W 9.85 in D 31.5 in
Trapezi Five Lights Neutral Shades Contemporary Pendant/Chandelier Brass, Glass
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
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$7,946 / set
H 48 in W 69 in D 48 in
Barovier & Toso Large Clamshell Iridescent Glass Sconce, 1940s
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Stoneware Pendant Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of stoneware pendant lamps for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique stoneware pendant lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, stoneware and metal. We have 7 antique and vintage stoneware pendant lamps in-stock, while there are 18 modern editions to choose from as well. Stoneware pendant lamps have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Stoneware pendant lamps made by modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many stoneware pendant lamps are appealing in their simplicity, but Jan Ernst de Wet, Axella Stentøj and Christine Roland produced popular stoneware pendant lamps that are worth a look.
How Much are Stoneware Pendant Lamps?
Prices for stoneware pendant lamps start at $613 and top out at $6,500 with the average selling for $2,410.
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.
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