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Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Pendant Lamp
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen pendant lamp, designed for the Langelinie Pavillion in Copenhagen
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen Hanging Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Antwerp, BE
A vintage PH5 hanging lamp designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. First manufactured in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century PH4 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 1960
By Poul Henningsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pendant was designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen from 1966 until it was
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
H 6.7 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Vintage White PH4 / 3 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Produced in Denmark circa 1980
-Designed by Poul Henningsen - PH
-Manufactured by Louis
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Iconic Rare 1st Edition Poul Henningsen PH 5 Chandelier Pendant Lamp from 1958
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic rare 1st edition vintage PH 5 chandelier pendant lamp from 1958 in purple ( series 1
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Poul Henningsen / Verner Panton Style, Large Plexiglas Ceiling Lamp
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Henningsen / Verner Panton style, large ceiling lamp in Plexiglas with four lamellae inside
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plexiglass
Danish Poul Henningsen Contrast Pendant Lamp by Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
The "Contrast" pendant light, a masterwork designed by Poul Henningsen in 1960 for the Danish
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
“Kontrast” Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking “Kontrast” pendant lamp by Poul Henningsen. Lacquered white on the outside and orange red
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Louis Poulsen PH5 Mini Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Vintage White PH4 / 3 Pendant Lamps by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
-A matching pair of tiered ceiling lights
- Produced in Denmark circa 1980
-Designed by Poul
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 7.88 in Dm 15.75 in
Poul Henningsen Ceiling Lamp Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
White Snowball Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Poulsen Denmark
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Vienna, AT
The PH Snowball Pendant Lamp was designed by Poul Henningsen 1958 and produced by Louis Poulsen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen Ceiling Lamps Model PH Kontrast Produced by Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling lamps model PH Kontrast designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 17.33 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930's
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930's
Additional Information:
Material
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Poul Henningsen Artichoke Ceiling Lamp Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Artichoke ceiling lamp designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Poul Henningsen PH 5-4½ Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5-4½ Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen.
This architecturally versatile four-shade
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Simon Henningsen Kassablanka Pendant Lamp
By Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Berlin, DE
designer Poul Henningsen, only designed a few lamps during his lifetime. Most of them are small, colourful
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Artichoke Lamp by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Hermann Poulsen , Poul Henningsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Monumental pendant lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. Suspended by ivory enameled-steel
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Chrome
Poul Henningsen Ceiling Lamp Model PH-5/5 Produced by Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare ceiling lamp model PH-5/5 designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Nickel-Plated Socket by Poul Henningsen, 1928
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Nickel-Plated Socket, Copper and White Lacquered by Poul Henningsen, 1928
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Opaline Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930's
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Opaline Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930's
Additional Information
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pendant Lamp PH Artichoke by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian pendant lamp PH Artichoke by Poul Henningsen. Ø 84 cm. Edition from
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Danish PH4 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 1960s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pendant was designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen from 1966 until it was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Louis Poulsen PH5 Mini Pendant Lamp in Blue by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Louis Poulsen PH5 Mini Pendant Lamp in Green by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Louis Poulsen PH5 Mini Pendant Lamp in Copper by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Louis Poulsen PH5 Mini Pendant Lamp in Gray by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Louis Poulsen PH5 Mini Pendant Lamp in Rose by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Louis Poulsen PH5 Mini Pendant Lamp in Orange by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Louis Poulsen PH5 Mini Pendant Lamp in Brass by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Louis Poulsen PH5 Mini Pendant Lamp in Red by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5 Mini' Monochrome Pendant for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Mini Pendant for Louis Poulsen.
Poul Henningsen originally introduced the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Metal
Ceiling Lamp in Browned Brass Frame, Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, 1931-1937
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Browned Brass Frame, Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, 1931-1937
Additional
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 35.44 in Dm 25.6 in
Poul Henningsen Ceiling Lamp Model PH-Septima 5 by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare ceiling lamp model PH-Septima 5 designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Nickel Plated Steel by Poul Henningsen, 1920's
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Nickel Plated Steel by Poul Henningsen, 1920's
Additional Information
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Steel
Poul Henningsen Ceiling Lamp PH-5/5 Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp PH-5/5 designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 13 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
White Scandinavian Pendant Lamp PH5 by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Denmark
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Vienna, AT
The PH5 pendant lamp was designed by Poul Henningsen 1958 and produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 10.63 in Dm 19.69 in
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Ph5 Hanging Pendant Lamp with Original Box
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Ferndale, MI
PH5 pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Denmark. White with blue, iconic pendant by Poul
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Poul Henningsen 'PH 3/3' Pale Rose Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3/3 pale rose pendant lamp for Louis Poulsen.
The 3/3 pendants are based on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass
Blue purple PH5 pendant lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Steenwijk, NL
The timeless model PH5 pendant lamp was designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen in 1956. This
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen 'PH 3/3' Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3/3 Opaline glass pendant lamp for Louis Poulsen.
These refined pendants are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...
Materials
Metal
1970s Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Large Artichoke Pendant Lamp in White
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a PH-Artichoke pendant, initially designed by Danish architect and designer Poul Henningsen
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Wire
H 25.75 in W 28.5 in D 28.5 in
Mid-Century PH4 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 1960s
By Louis Paulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pendant was designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen from 1966 until it was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 6.7 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Copper PH Artichoke Pendant Lamp or Chandelier
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Munich, DE
A 20th century iconic light design: PH 'Artichoke' chandelier / pendant lamp. This masterpiece is
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Copper
H 23.63 in Dm 23.63 in
Louis Poulsen PH5 Mini Pendant Lamp in Modern White by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Louis Poulsen PH5 Mini Pendant Lamp in Classic White by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Ceiling Lamp PH 4/4 Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1930
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling lamp PH 4/4 designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen,
Denmark. 1930's.
Nickel plated
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 11.82 in Dm 15.75 in
Poul Henningsen Ceiling Lamp Model PH-3/3 Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp model PH-3/3 designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 35.83 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in
Poul Henningsen Ceiling Lamp Model PH-5/5 Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare ceiling lamp model PH-5/5 designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 15.75 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Scandinavian Modern Monumental Poul Henningsen Ph Louvre Pendant Light
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This stunning large-scale Poul Henningsen "PH Louvre" pendant lamp for Louis Poulsen pendant is
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
PH-lamp "3½-3" Pendant Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, Patented, Denmark, 1929
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Odense, DK
inches.
Poul Henningsen designed hundreds of lamps based on the three-shade-system he developed in 1926
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 11.03 in Dm 13.78 in
Mid-Century PH4 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pendant was designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen from 1966 until it was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
H 6.7 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Poul Henningsen 'PH 3/3' Metal Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Black
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3/3 metal pendant lamp for Louis Poulsen in Black.
These refined pendants are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Mid-Century PH4 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pendant was designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen from 1966 until it was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
H 6.7 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century PH4 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pendant was designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen from 1966 until it was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
H 6.7 in Dm 15.75 in
Mid-Century Model PH5 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This is a Poul Henningsen's 1958 design based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
H 9.45 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Model PH5 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This is a Poul Henningsen's 1958 design based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
H 9.45 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Rare Copper Plate Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Denmark 1958
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Munich, DE
lamp or hanging light. With wonderful light effect. Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
H 8.67 in Dm 16.54 in
Mid-Century PH4 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pendant was designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen from 1966 until it was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
H 6.7 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5/5' Metal Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Black
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5/5 Metal pendant lamp for Louis Poulsen in Black.
These refined pendants are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
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Find many varieties of an authentic poul henningsen pendant lamp available at 1stDibs. Each poul henningsen pendant lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, aluminum and copper. If you’re shopping for a poul henningsen pendant lamp, we have 249 options in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect poul henningsen pendant lamp — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A poul henningsen pendant lamp, designed in the Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one poul henningsen pendant lamp that is appealing in its simplicity, but Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen and Simon Poul Henningsen produced versions that are worth a look.
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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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