Victorian Cranberry Pull Down Lantern
Located in Pueblo, CO
This is an extremely rare Victorian pull down cranberry glass lantern. Beautiful hanging piece of
Brass
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
Vintage Flower Lotus Pendant Pull Down Light, German 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
shades. Hollywood regency lighting style! It has a Pull down mechanism. Made in the later half of the
Metal, 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
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
Classic Mid Century Pull Down Saucer Disk Chandelier Pendant Light
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century pull down, saucer, disk chandelier in anodized aluminum brass and glass
Brass
$573Sale 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
$4,800
H 16 in W 28 in D 28 in
Paavo Tynell for Lightolier Chandelier flower accents candelabra 1960s mcm
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
diffuser with extra lighting. A pull down switch allows for the dome lighting to be turned on or off
Brass
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
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
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
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Pull-Down Pendant
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in Hanover, MA
standard size Edison screw cap base. Height is controlled by pulling on the brass ring finial to either
Brass, Steel
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
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
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
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
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
Large Pull Down Lantern
Located in Peekskill, NY
chimney and some unique decorative wood details. The pull down mechanism has a coil spring that holds and
Brass
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
Gerald Thurston Pull Down Pendant Light for Lightolier
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Gerald Thurston Mid-Century Modern pendant light for Lightolier with pull down feature to adjust
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
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
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
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
Pagoda Adjustable Ceiling Fixture
Located in Fulton, CA
Pagoda adjustable or pull-down lighting fixture. Made of painted metal and stamped brass with a
Metal
Italian Pull Down Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adjustable Pull Down Italian Fixture. Gun Metal Finish.
Metal, Brass
Brown Evans and Co. 'BECO' Pull Down Pendant Light, Melbourne, 1950s
By Donald Brown
Located in Melbourne, AU
This fabulous original BECO pull-down makes ideal lighting over a desk, a kitchen bench or any area
Aluminum
Pr. of of wall mount pull down task lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic case study era task lamps with wood wall mounts, and brass swing arms.
Vintage Danish Adjustable Pull Down Pendant Lamp
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
white inner reflectors. The lamp can be pulled up or down via a handle to suit a variety of occasions
Steel
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
$1,341 / 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
$2,501 / 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
$1,292
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
$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
Modern Brass + Walnut Ava Sconce in Tan Leather, Plug in
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Add an element of elevated design to your walls with the custom-made Ava Wall Sconce. A perfect marriage of form and function, its brass arm and full range of motion shade lock into ...
Brass
D-LU Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome brass D-LU Sconce. An all brass Directional wall sconce in light gold brass with perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available for or...
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
$6,950 / item
H 47.25 in Dm 21.66 in
Florian Schulz Double Onos 55-Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Really beautiful Florian Schulz double Onos 55-pendant lamp with one E27 / model for each lamp 100 Watt bulbs. Also available in US wired.
Brass
Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in Red for GUBI
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in Red for GUBI Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in a perforated brass metal shade with whi...
Brass, Metal
Large Raul Reyes 'Rey 30' Perforated Polished Brass Dome Chandelier
By Florian Schulz, Paavo Tynell, Lisa Johansson-Pape
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
$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
Basurto 01 Contemporary Wooden and Fabric Stool
By Colección Estudio, Difane
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
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
$1,022Sale 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
Large Raul Reyes 'Rey 30' Perforated Polished Brass Dome Ceiling Lamp
By Florian Schulz, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Raul Reyes 'Rey 30' Perforated Polished Brass Dome Ceiling Lamp. Hand-fabricated in Los Angeles, these highly refined ceiling lamps are reminiscent of the iconic mid-century F...
Brass
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.
In a hand-pulled lithograph, the image is painted or drawn by hand on the plate, which is then inked and used to make an impression on the print medium; in an offset lithograph, the inked image is transferred to a rubber blanket or roller, which is then used to mass-produce the prints.
A chandelier is typically suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends, rather than one single light or a pair of lights hanging from a chord or chain.
Chandelier lighting is a branched, highly ornamented light fixture that is typically (suspended from) mounted on ceilings lamps.
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.
