Mixed Colors Polyhedral Chandelier by Alberto Donà
Located in Red Lion, PA
Stunning modernist chandelier " Giudecca" Murano hand blown Mix colored polyhedral shades glass
Vintage 1980s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Chrome
Mixed Colors Polyhedral Chandelier by Alberto Donà
Located in Red Lion, PA
Stunning modernist chandelier " Giudecca" Murano hand blown Mix colored polyhedral shades glass
Chrome
Opaline Murano Glass Polyhedral Chandelier by Alberto Donà
By Alberto Donà
Located in Red Lion, PA
Stunning modernist chandelier "Giudecca" Murano hand blown opaline polyhedral shades glass
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Warm Colored Murano Glass Polyhedral Chandelier by Alberto Donà
By Alberto Donà
Located in Red Lion, PA
Stunning modernist chandelier " Giudecca" Murano hand blown Mix colored polyhedral shades glass
Chrome
$8,475
H 34 in Dm 24 in
Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Smoked Glass Polyhedral Chandelier in Brass Fittings
Located in New York, NY
chandelier's polyhedral glass elements—each individually blown and showcasing a soft, smoky hue—create a
Brass
Venini Polyhedral Drum Chandelier, Italy 1950s
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Venini Polyhedral drum shaped chandelier with several tiers of rose and clear crystals. Italy
Glass
$13,500
H 28 in W 24 in D 24 in
Vintage Modern Polyhedral Glass Chandelier Styled After Carlo Scarpa for Venini
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Modern Polyhedral Glass Chandelier Styled After Carlo Scarpa for Venini, Italy Add a touch
Glass
Mid-Century Modernist Polyhedral Pendant w/ Geometric Brushed Aluminum
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modern chandelier was realized by the esteemed atelier of Venini in
Aluminum
Striking Mid-Century Green and Clear Poliedri Chandelier, 1960
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous original Polyhedral Murano glass chandelier. Rare combination of green and clear colored
Blown Glass
1980s Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by Carlo Nason, Murano Glass
By Carlo Nason
Located in New York, NY
Rare large scale, ballroom size murano glass chandelier in clear and light smoky topaz polyhedral
Metal
Modernist Handblown Translucent Murano Glass Polyhedral Chandelier
By Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
This luminous modernist glass chandelier features numerous handblown Murano translucent glass
Chrome
Venini Clear Glass Polyhedral Chandelier
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
A large round clear glass polyhedral chandelier on a white metal frame by Venini. Italian, Circa
Metal
Carlo Scarpa for Venini Polyhedral Chandelier
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Rome, IT
Polyhedral chandelier, glasses designed by Carlo Scarpa, manufactured by Venini, color: amber. Prod
Spherical Venini Polyhedral Chandeliers
By Venini
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Polyhedral glass elements mounted and covering a metal armature in the form of a ball.
Glass
Italian Amber and Grey Polyhedral Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A large chandelier with pale grey and pale amber polyhedral shaped glass on a white metal frame
Nickel
Polyhedral Chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini
By Carlo Scarpa, Venini
Located in Fossano, IT
Large chandelier designed by Carlo Scarpa for Venini in 1960 Beautiful polyhedral model with
Metal
Venini Clear Glass Polyhedral Chandelier
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
A large rectangular chandelier with tiered polyhedral clear glass on a white painted metal frame by
Metal
Venini Chandelier
By Venini
Located in San Francisco, CA
Handblown Murano glass polyhedral chandelier.
Metal
Polyhedral Blue Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A blue polyhedral glass chandelier with chrome canopy and chain.
Chrome
Venini Polyhedral Clear Glass Chandelier
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Venini polyhedral clear glass chandelier. Venini was founded in 1921 in the Italian glass making
Metal
Venini Polyhedral Clear Glass Chandelier
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Venini polyhedral clear glass chandelier. Venini was founded in 1921 in the Italian glass making
Metal
Venini Polyhedral Amber Glass Chandelier
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
An amber glass chandelier consisting of multiple polyhedral shape glass hung on a metal fame
Nickel
Venini Amber and Gray Polyhedral Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite Venini amber and pale gray tiered polyhedral glass chandelier with polished nickel
Nickel
Amber and Clear Polyhedral Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This chandelier features amber and clear polyhedral Murano glass on a multi-tiered nickel frame.
Murano Glass
Venini Pale Amber and Gray Polyhedral Glass Chandelier
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite Venini pale amber and pale gray tiered polyhedral glass chandelier with polished
Metal
1960's Venini Polyhedral Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
1960's Venini Polyhedral Chandelier
Murano Glass
Important Large Polyhedral Chandelier by Venini
By Venini
Located in Paris, FR
Important large polyhedral Chandelier by Venini in five colors; amethyst, yellow, clear, green and
Glass
Flat Glass Polyhedral Chandelier by Venini
By Carlo Scarpa, Venini
Located in New York, NY
Polyhedral chandeliers were the trade of mid-century lighting mark of the Venini house. Designed
Pair of Early Venini Polyhedral Chandeliers, Italian 1960s
By Carlo Scarpa, Venini
Located in New York, NY
Pair of polyhedral chandeliers featuring six levels of clear, textured and handblown in a mold
Original Vintage Venini Polyhedral Chandelier
By Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in North Miami, FL
Designed by Carlo Scarpa for Venini, this all clear glass Murano polyhedral chandelier has an
Murano Glass
Large Clear Glass Polyhedral Chandelier By Venini
Located in New York, NY
version of the polyhedral chandeliers that are a trade mark of the Venini house. Designed by Carlo Scarpa
Venini Polyhedral Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
By Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
Original polyhedral chandelier made by Venini in the 1960s. This timeless Murano fixture has clear
Blown Glass
Italian Polyhedral Chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini
Located in London, GB
Rare three-tiered polyhedral chandelier in subtle golden and pale amber glass. Polyhedral pieces
Metal
Large And Shallow Glass Polyhedral Chandelier By Venini
By Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
version of the polyhedral chandeliers that are a trade mark of the Venini house. Designed by Carlo Scarpa
Mid-Century Modernist Polyhedral Chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini
By Carlo Scarpa, Venini
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century modernist polyhedral chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini. This polyhedral chandelier
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Polyhedral Chandelier by Venini, Italy, 1960s
By Venini
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a rare and fabulous, polyhedral chandelier, made of clear Murano glass
Murano Glass
Venini Polyhedral Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Original polyhedral chandelier made by Venini in the 1960s. This timeless Murano fixture has
Stunning Mid-Century Modernist Polyhedral Chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini
By Carlo Scarpa, Venini
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modernist polyhedral chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini. This
Polyhedral Chandelier by Venini
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Tiered polyhedral shaped Venini chandelier circa late 1950's. This example is more narrow on the
Metal
Large Murano Polyhedral Chandelier
By Alberto Donà
Located in Red Lion, PA
Big Magnificent iconic Mid-Century, Murano glass chandeliers features 462 hand blown Murano
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Venini Grand Polyhedral Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Montclair, NY
Called "Poliedri" in Italian and known as "Polyhedral" in English, this design was created by
Iron
Massive Venini Polyhedral Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful, large Venini chandelier with over 160 blown crystals with ground tops and bottoms. 75
Brass
Spectacular Pair of Mid-Century Polyhedral Chandeliers
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
This spectacular pair of Mid-Century Polyhedral chandeliers signed by Venini feature numerous
Venini Champagne & Clear Polyhedral Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Round Chandelier. Champagne & Clear Colored Glass with White Metal Frame.
Metal
Elongated Polyhedral Chandelier Attributed to Venini
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Stunning elongated chandelier attributed to Venini featuring 119 clear polyhedral glasses. The
Glass
Carlo Nason Blue Topaz Polyhedral Chandelier
By Carlo Nason
Located in New York, NY
Timeless Mid Century Modern hand blown Murano glass chandelier with jewel toned hand blown glass
Metal
Venini Clear & Cranberry Glass Polyhedral Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Cranberry & Clear Glass with Metal Frame
Metal
Giant Venini Polyhedral Chandelier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous clear glass and chrome chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini. Several rows of polyhedral
Glass
Large Murano Glass Polyhedral Chandelier, Italy 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Elegant chandelier made with clear polyhedral glasses hanging from a white metal structure. The
Midcentury Carlo Scarpa for Venini Polyhedral Chandelier
By Carlo Scarpa, Venini
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage clear Murano glass Carlo Scarpa for Venini polyhedral chandler, circa 1960s. This
Glass
Carlo Scarpa, Venini Amber Amber Polyhedral Chandelier
By AVMazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in New York, NY
Modernist chandelier featuring multiple rows of blown glass polyhedral elements in champagne/amber
Metal
Polyhedral Chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Dallas, TX
A polyhedral light fixture by Carlo Scarpa for Venini.
Luminous Handblown Murano Glass Polyhedral Chandelier by Venini
By Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
This luminous Murano glass chandelier by Venini features numerous handblown Murano glass polyhedral
Large Vintage Carlo Scarpa for Venini Polyhedral Chandelier
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Dallas, TX
This large example consists of 152 pieces of glass and holds 8 bulbs.
Brilliant Handblown Murano Glass Polyhedral Chandelier Signed by Venini
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
This spectacular Murano glass chandelier signed by Venini features numerous handblown Murano glass
Ultra Chic Handblown Murano Glass Polyhedral Chandelier by Venini
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
This effervescent Murano glass chandelier by Venini features numerous handblown Murano glass
Rare Venini Amethyst Color and Clear Poliedri ‘Polyhedral’ Chandelier
By Carlo Scarpa, Venini
Located in Montclair, NY
Venini "Poliedri" chandelier designed by Carlo Scarpa, circa 1960. Comprised of rare pale amethyst
Blown Glass
Brilliant Hand Blown Murano Glass Polyhedral Chandelier signed by Venini
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
This spectacular Murano glass chandelier signed by Venini features numerous hand blown Murano glass
Large Murano Glass Polyhedral Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
By Carlo Scarpa, Venini
Located in New York, NY
Elegant chandelier made with clear polyhedral glasses hanging from a white metal structure. The
Polyhedral Glasses Chandelier
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
version of the polyhedral chandeliers that were a trade mark of the Venini house. Designed by Carlo Scarpa
Flat Clear and Gray Polyhedral Glasses Chandelier by Venini (Marked)
By Carlo Scarpa, Venini
Located in New York, NY
Polyhedral chandeliers were the trade mark of Mid-Century lighting of the Venini house. Designed by
Large Venini Chandelier by Carlo Scarpa
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Amazing polyhedral chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini. Multiple polyhedral form, gold flecked
Murano Glass
"Poliedri" Chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini
By Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Melbourne, VIC
A midcentury polyhedral chandelier designed by Carlo Scarpa for Venini. Layered tiers of 99
Murano Glass
Venini Poliedri Chandelier, Marked, Italy, 1960s
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful polyhedral chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini from the 1960s. It features dozens of
Pair of Polyhedral glasses chandeliers by Carlo Scarpa for Venini
By Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Carlo Scarpa the polyhedral chandelier reached a tremendous success and became the
Polyhedral Venini Chandelier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful clear polyhedral glass chandelier by Venini. Professionaly rewired with chrome
Glass
Polyhedral Venini Chandelier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite pale amethyst and clear glass chandelier by Venini. Tiered polyhedral shaped glass gives
Glass
Chandelier, Murano, Multicolor Polyhedral
Located in New York, NY
Decorative large multicolor polyhedral glass chandelier with chrome frame. Light yellow, pink
Blown Glass
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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