Midcentury Pull Down Pendant Light Fixture
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
circa 1960. We offere this midcentury Pull Down Pendant Light Fixture. Great vintage conditions and
Aluminum
1950's Pull-Down Pendant Light, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Pull-down pandant light can be stretched up to 93 cm of total hight. Very popular type of lighting
Metal
Ships Pull Down Pendant with White Hurricane Glass 1950
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-741 Pull down fixture with white hurricane glass Overall height 36" extends to 50 " Original
Brass
Vintage Flower Lotus Pendant Pull Down Light, German 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Very stylish vintage pendant light in shape of a lotus flower. Brass armature and smoke glass
Metal, Brass
Classic Mid Century Pull Down Saucer Disk Chandelier Pendant Light
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century pull down, saucer, disk chandelier in anodized aluminum brass and glass
Brass
Ceiling Pull-Down Scissor Lamp – 20 inch Porcelain Shade
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
dramatic black over white porcelain 20 inch diameter shallow domed shade. The lamps pulls frof about 26
Porcelain
$584Sale Price|20% Off
H 23.63 in Dm 19.3 in
Pull Down Pendent Lamp with 3 Eyeball Lights Goffredo Reggiani, 1960s
By Goffredo Reggiani
Located in Verviers, BE
Ceiling lamp with 3 Eyeball Lights Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s Pull Down Maxs 95 cm Ceiling Light
Chrome
Large Midcentury Pull Down Pendant Lamp Shade, Italy, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
diameter, the pendant pulls down to nearly 170cm. It takes 6 bulbs. The rise and fall mechanism and lamp
Aluminum
1960s Scandinavian Pull Down Ceiling Lamp
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Brussels, BE
Perforated brass and frosted glass. Attributed to Paavo Tynell.
Brass
Mid-Century "Kerosine" Pull-Down Fixture, circa 1960
Located in Vancouver, BC
This is a cool and kitschy Mid-Century reproduction of an American Classic, the kerosine pull down
White “Eclipse” Pull Down Pendant by Dijkstra Lampen 70s
By Dijkstra
Located in Landgraaf, NL
White “Eclipse” pull down pendant by Dijkstra lampen 70s. The lamp is adjustable in height and 2
Aluminum
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Pull-Down Pendant
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE Boston Design Center Original Lightolier pendant, circa 1958 designed by Gerald
Brass, Steel
Lightolier Adjustable Height Pull Down Brass Pendant Light Fixture
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gerald Thurston pull down pendant with glass shade and perforated brass elements a beautiful rare
Brass
Pair of French Vintage Art Deco Green Glass and Brass Pull-Down Lights
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This fabulous pair of vintage green glass and brass pull-down pendant lights, circa 1930s, are from
Brass
Mid century modern pull down brass pendant light
Located in Surrey, BC
A very nice functional pull down classic mid-century modern pendant light with brass, decorative
Brass
Pull Down Ceiling Chandelier
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pull down acrylic ceiling chandelier. Three-way wood turn switch in middle of fixture. Chandelier
1960s Scandinavian Pull Down Ceiling Lamp
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Brussels, BE
Perforated brass and frosted glass. Attributed to Paavo Tynell.
Brass
Ceiling Pull-Down Scissor Lamp - 20 inch Porcelain Shade
Located in Peekskill, NY
large dramatic black over white porcelain 20 inch diameter shallow domed shade. The lamps pulls fron
Steel
Rare Florian Schulz Counter Balance Pendant with Glass Shade
By Florian Schulz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
available in separate listings. Height is adjustable by sampling pulling down on the pendant. Light can
Nickel
Italian Pull-Down Pendant, 1950s
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Italian pull-down pendant from the 1950s. Quality production with attention to details: The
Aluminum, Brass
White “Eclipse” Pull Down Pendant by Dijkstra Lampen 70s
By Dijkstra
Located in Landgraaf, NL
White “Eclipse” pull down pendant by Dijkstra lampen 70s. The lamp is adjustable in height and 2
Aluminum
Gerald Thurston Pull Down Pendant Light for Lightolier
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Gerald Thurston Mid-Century Modern pendant light for Lightolier with pull down feature to adjust
French Early 20th Century Art Deco Pull-Down Light
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This fabulous, vintage, green glass and brass pull-down pendant light, circa 1930, is from France
Brass
Sold
H 11.62 in Dm 24.41 in
Large & Elegant Mid-Century Modern Wicker Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Large and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern pull down pendant lamp or hanging light
Wicker
Sold
H 24 in Dm 12.5 in
Mid Century Brass Adjustable Pull-down Conical Pendant Style Thurston Lightolier
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in Miami, FL
Fabulous Pull-Down Space Age Modern conical perforated Brass pendant light in the style of Gerald
Brass
Original 3 Chain Pull Down Gas Lamp, Newly Wired
Located in Peekskill, NY
original. We simply rewired to take a standard bulb. Note how the glass and frame still can be pulled down
Brass
MCM Emerson Retractable Light by Imperialites Walnut Brass Plate & White Glass
Located in Surrey, BC
Mid-Century Modern atomic style brass light by Imperialites pull down & retractable pendant
Brass
Sold
H 16.5 in W 17.75 in D 17.75 in
MCM Emerson Retractable Light by Imperialites Walnut Brass Plate & White Glass
By Imperialites
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern Emerson by Imperialites pull down & retractable pendant light fixture
Brass
Brown Evans and Co. 'BECO' Pull Down Pendant Light, Melbourne, 1950s
By Donald Brown
Located in Melbourne, AU
pull-up-pull-down mechanism. This model is the 'BECO No.14 Direct Type Pendant with Pull Up/Pull
Aluminum
Italian Pull Down Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adjustable Pull Down Italian Fixture. Gun Metal Finish.
Metal, Brass
Vintage Danish Adjustable Pull Down Pendant Lamp
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Danish adjustable pendant lamp in the manner of Poul Henningsen. Matte black finish with
Steel
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...
Enamel, Brass
$1,370 / item
H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
Glass
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$2,555 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
$1,317
H 35 in Dm 16 in
Great Shape, Size and Color, 1920s Art Deco Glass Pendant Light / Ceiling Lamp
Located in Lisse, NL
Art Deco glass pendant with striking marble patterns. If you are looking for a stylish and beautifully shaped pendant to grace your entrance, landing, kitchen area or perhaps a bedr...
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Oxidation present to brass Wear consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (inches): "H x "W ...
Brass
$1,350 / item
H 27 in W 6 in D 6 in
Modern Iron and Tan Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce - Plug In
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Celebrated for its striking composition and versatility, the Grace Articulating Wall Sconce is a true hallmark of ingenuity in lighting design. As handsome as it is useful, this plug...
Steel, Brass
Closed Dome Prismatic Pendent
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
As with all Prismatic glass the reflections and quality of light that it projects make them a favorite. This is a 9 inch diameter dome prismatic. What make this one unique is the bra...
Glass
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$1,037Sale Price|30% Off
H 33.47 in Dm 26.19 in
Vintage chandelier from the 1970s design C. Bonderup & T. Thorup for Fog & Mørup
Located in None, IT
Large Danish gilt brass chandelier, design Claus Bonderup & Torsten Thorup for Fog & Mørup, 1970s. CONDITION: In good, working condition, may show signs of wear given by time. SIZI...
Brass
$1,795
H 23.63 in Dm 16.54 in
Einar Bäckström mid-century rise and fall modernist pendant lamp, Sweden, 1950s
By Einar Backstrom
Located in Forserum, SE
An extraordinary mid-century pendant lamp, produced by the renowned Swedish manufacturer Einar Bäckströms Metallvarufabrik in the 1950s. It features three curved brass arms holding c...
Brass, Steel
LU Swing Sconce Plug-In
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful plug-in version of our Lumfardo Luminaires brass LU swing sconce in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hard...
Brass
Basurto 01 Contemporary Wooden and Fabric Stool
By Difane, Colección Estudio
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
A tribute to the architectural style that characterized Mexico City during the mid-20th century. Inspired by its lines, symmetry, volumes and shapes, each piece is a miniature abstra...
Hardwood
$2,131 / set
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...
Oak
Large Raul Reyes 'Rey 30' Perforated Polished Brass Dome Chandelier
By Florian Schulz, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Raul Reyes 'Rey 30' Perforated Polished Brass Dome Chandelier. Hand-fabricated in Los Angeles, these highly refined chandeliers are reminiscent of the iconic mid-century Finni...
Brass
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Laredo 35
By Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together. From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Wood, Upholstery
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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