Scandinavian Midcentury Pendant by Hans-Agne Jakobsson
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Karlskrona Lampfabrik
Located in Karlstad, SE
Rare midcentury pendant in brass, wood and frosted opaline glass designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Karlskrona Lampfabrik, Sweden This great looking pendant is of quality and has g...
Brass
Ettore Sottsass for Vistosi Glass Pendant, Italy, 1970s
By Vistosi, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Dronten, NL
An elegant and rare glass pendant light designed by Ettore Sottsass for Vistosi in the 1970s.
Steel
Large Kalmar Glass and Brass Pendant Light, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A rare and exceptional pendant light fixture by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1960s-1970s.
Brass
Rare Counterweight Suspension by Gino Sarfatti / Arteluce, 1938 Mod. No. 2007
By Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Early and very rare extandable counterweight suspension designed by Gino Sarfatti in 1938, Mod. No. 2007. Manufactured by Arteluce in the 1930-1940s. Large gold outside, ivory insi...
Gold Plate, Brass, Aluminum
rare Stilnovo Style wall ceiling Light by Ernest Igl for Hillebrand Germany 1950
By Hillebrand, Ernest Igl
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: ceiling light Design: Ernest Igl Producer: Hillebrand Lights, Germany Origin: Germany Age: 1905s This 1950s light was designed by Ernest Igl and produced by Hillebrand...
Metal
1960s Rare Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier 5-Arm Pierced Cones Vintage Mid-Century
By Lightolier
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful and rare find, a 5 arm pierced cone off-white and brass chandelier in the manner of Paavo Tynell for Lightolier. Each cone is a diameter of 4 and height of 5.5 inches.
Aluminum, Brass
Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno Rare Chandelier in Brass and Off-White Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lisa Johansson-Pape for Stockmann-Orno, chandelier, brass, fabric, lacquered steel and aluminum, Finland, 1950s Lisa Johansson-Pape’s suspended luminaires reflect her commitment to ...
Aluminum, Brass
Louis Sognot Bamboo Pendant Chandelier, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
By Louis Sognot
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This rare French Mid-Century Modern pendant chandelier was designed by Louis Sognot in France during the 1950s.
Fabric, Bamboo
Large Bauhaus Opaline Glass Pendant by Karl Gustaf Lindesvärd
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare large pendant lamp with opaline glass top with clear hemispherical buttom shade glass, frosted glass rings inside and steel fixing parts, designed by Karl Gustaf Lindesvärd 1936...
Steel
Lovely and Rare Scandinavian Teak, Opaline Glass and Brass Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamp is executed with an E27 Edison screw fit bulbs. It is wired, and in working condition. It runs both on 110 / 230 volt. Good original vintage condition. Wear consistent wit...
Metal, Brass
"Rare 1925 Antique Book on French Iron Art by Gaston Fleury"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Hard back Book of Famous Iron Artist in Paris, France. Dated 1925 and 36 loose illustrations of interior designs and exterior designs for buildings and interior Lighting Very R...
Linen, Paper
Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno Rare Chandeliers in Brass and Off-White Fabric
By Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lisa Johansson-Pape for Stockmann-Orno, chandeliers, brass, fabric, lacquered steel and aluminum, Finland, 1950s Lisa Johansson-Pape’s suspended luminaires reflect her commitment to...
Aluminum, Brass
Rare Mid-century design Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari Model Metric 1960 Chrome
By Sciolari Lighting, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Illuminate your space with the timeless elegance of this vintage chrome chandelier Model: Metric, designed by the legendary Gaetano Sciolari in 1960. This stunning mid-century modern...
Steel, Chrome
Rusted Industrial Flameproof Pendants By Heyes & Company Ltd
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in Nottingham, GB
RARE FLAMEPROOF INDUSTRIAL PENDANT LIGHTS HEYES & COMPANY, WIGAN – CIRCA 1950 FLP 4640 GRPS I & II / Chemical Plant Provenance A substantial and technically significant example of...
Aluminum, Brass
$5,157 / item
Stilnovo counter balance pendant lamp Italy 1955
By Stilnovo
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare counterbalance pulley pendant lamp designed and manufactured by Stilnovo, Italy 1955.
Aluminum, Brass
Italian Brown Metal, Copper & Glass Pendant Lamp from Stilnovo, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Varese, Lombardia
A rare and elegant pendant lamp produced by Stilnovo in the 1960s.The main body of the lamp consists of 3 elements: 2 in brown and copper painted metal and a white sandblasted glass ...
Metal, Copper, Chrome
Pia Guidetti Crippa Faceted Glass Pendant Lights - TWO Available
By Pia Guidetti Crippa
Located in North Miami, FL
This outstanding and RARE ceiling mounted pendant light by Pia Guidetti Crippa for LUMI features a half-dome of thick faceted glass.
Metal, Brass
Extremely Rare Art Deco Stepped Milk Glass and Brass Lamp, 1930s, Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Extremely rare Art Deco stepped milk glass lamp, 1930s-1940s, Germany A wonderfully stepped ceiling lamp. The typical minimalism of the Bauhaus school. The lamp is executed with 1...
Metal, Brass
Rare Louis Poulsen Brass Hanging Lamps 1960s from the Bavnehøj Church Copenhagen
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Rare Louis Poulsen brass lamps from the 1960s. These large llamps are hung in the Bavnehøj church Copenhagen. See the photos! Price for the set.
Brass
Rare Arredoluce Monza, 9-Light Brass and Opaline Glass Chandelier, Italy 1950s
By Arredoluce
Located in Catania, CT
Sophisticated nine-light chandelier designed by Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Monza, Italy, 1950s. The elegant brass frame features gracefully arched arms supporting triplex opaline gl...
Brass
Early Rare Akari Series Model D by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the iconic Akari lamp model 'D' designed by the visionary artist Isamu Noguchi. Crafted as part of his renowned Akari Series, this suspension model boasts a mesmerizing b...
Metal
$1,146 / item
Set of 4 Ceiling Pendants in copper, Denmark, 1970s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set of 4 pendants in copper and burlap. Produced in Denmark, 1970s.
Copper
Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno Rare Chandelier in Brass and Off-White Fabric
By Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lisa Johansson-Pape for Stockmann-Orno, chandelier, brass, fabric, lacquered steel and aluminum, Finland, 1950s Lisa Johansson-Pape’s suspended luminaire reflects her commitment to ...
Aluminum, Steel, Brass
19th c Rare Crystal Beaded Empire Chandelier French Hand Tied Oval Prisms, c1850
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 4 lights, sitting on metal posts that slide into a small pocket on chandelier. This chandelier was made for candles, but we will rewire with certified UL US sockets for the ...
Crystal
Rare Paavo Tynell Chandelier in Perforated Brass & Wire Decoration, Taito 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
An exceptional Paavo Tynell Chandelier in full brass and impeccable condition. This commissioned piece was designed by Tynell and manufactured by his company Taito Oy. We can imagine...
Brass
Antique French Gold Bronze & Rare Pink Opaline Glass Chandelier, Circa 1880-1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Gold Bronze & Rare Pink Opaline Glass Chandelier, Circa 1880-1890
Bronze
Rare Italian Import Gaetano Sciolari Silver and Crystal Nine-Light Chandelier
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Gaetano Sciolari silver plated two-tiered crystal chandelier. Italian origin with uncommon chevron and spear design. Nine lights with long simple crystals and tear drop shaped c...
Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass
Loys Lucha French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier 1920
By Loys Lucha
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier by Loys Lucha, 1920s. Elegant and rare French Art Deco pendant chandelier by Loys Lucha, crafted in France during the 1920s.
Bronze
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Mid-century ceiling light with rotaflex globes for Heifetz, 60's
By Heifetz Rotaflex
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Rare Mid-century ceiling light with rotaflex lamps for Heifetz The rotaflex globes are in good condition and have a very original shape. Very beautiful diffused light. They are toppe...
Teak
Rare & Meaningful Art Deco 5-Light Chandelier w Owl Sculpture & Alabaster Shades
Located in Lisse, NL
All five alabaster shades are rare of design and in superb condition and the combination with the beautiful patina of this solid wooden pendant is one that will never fail to impress.
Alabaster, Metal
Adjustable Pendant with Counterweight by Vereinigte Werkstätten München
By Adolf Loos, J.T. Kalmar, Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in München, DE
Very rare height-adjustable pendant lamp from the 1950s.
Brass
Rare Mid Century Modern Chandelier with Opaline Glass Balls, Italy 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a beautiful and elegant Mid Century Modern Chandelier done in white painted steel, with 4 opaline glass balls. Simple, yet beautiful design will stand o...
Brass, Iron
Rare Hand-Forged Gilt Wrought Iron Chandelier w. Alabaster Shades att Ferro Art
By Ferro Art
Located in Lisse, NL
Very rare and truly stylish, hand forged and gilt, wrought iron pendant light.
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
Rare 11 Light Gilt Bronze & Alabaster Large Shade Chandelier w. Ogre Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Impressive antique and top quality hand crafted eleven light chandelier with a fabulous fable creature 'Orge'. An ogre (in English) is a deformed human-like creature and bad spirit ...
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze, Iron, Gold Leaf
Elegant Handcrafted Capiz Shell Lotus Pendant, Palm Beach Style
Located in Hannover, DE
The combination of artisanal craftsmanship, organic materials, and sophisticated design results in a lighting object that feels both decorative and highly refined. A rare and visual...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Rare Italien Vintage Twelve-Arm Modernist Ceiling Lights Chandeliers 60s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Berlin, DE
TWO beautiful twelve-arm minimalist flush mounts/chandeliers or pendants (on request), Italy, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 12 Measures: Diameter 15.7 inches (without bulbs). Height of the b...
Brass
Rare Hand Painted Arts and Crafts Mountain Lake Scene Glass Flush Mount, Signed
Located in Lisse, NL
One fine day, we feel, unique pendants like this could grace the collection of a fine art museum, but until then you could be its next custodian.
Brass, Metal
Angelo Brotto, Rare Large Murano glass and brass chandelier by Esperia, Italy 19
By Esperia
Located in Catania, CT
Very rare Murano glass and brass chandelier designed by Angelo Brotto for Esperia and produced in Italy during the late 1970s. Great vintage condition with normal trace of age and us...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Pendant Lamp, Bronze & Milk Glass, 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Mid-Century Modern Murano pendant lamp. Striking Italian design from the 1960s.
Bronze
Rare 9-Light Chandelier in Nichel-Plated Metal & Molded Glass by Oluce, 1960s
By Oluce, Marco Zanuso Jr.
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Rare and impressive 9-light cascading chandelier mod. 6119 by Marco Zanuso for Oluce, produced in Italy in the 1960s. Very good vintage condition: Metal parts show oxidation spots. N...
Nickel
ONE of Rare Italien Vintage Twelve-Arm Modernist Ceiling Light Chandelier, 1960s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful twelve-arm modernist pedant or flush mount chandelier or pendant, Italy, 1960s. Measures: Diameter 15.7 inches (without bulbs). Height of the body 11.5 inches. Shipping w...
Brass
Saeval Spanish Vintage Brass Chandeliers Pair 4 & 6 Light Golden Rare Lights
Located in Bastogne, BE
Exquisite pair of vintage chandeliers from Saeval, a renowned Spanish lighting manufacturer. Crafted from rich, golden brass, these chandeliers exude a classic charm that will eleva...
Brass
$2,177Sale Price|57% Off
Rare Midcentury Esperia Angelo Brotto Chandelier Brass Red White Murano Glass
By Angelo Brotto
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Height of the lighting body only 52 cm.
Brass
Mid-Century Stilnovo metal pendant chandelier, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare and elegant Stilnovo MidCentury pendant chandelier in metal, Italy, 1960s A chandelier of great rigor and refinement, capable of giving a warm and atmospheric light to your hom...
Metal
Rare "Fer Battu" Gold Leaf Chandelier by Henri Pouenat, France, 1960s
By Henri Pouenat, Maison Ramsay
Located in New York, NY
Four lights solid wrought iron "Saint Malo" chandelier covered with gold leaf. By Henri Pouenat good vintage condition Price includes wiring for the US.
Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Rare "Niju-Ichi" Uchiwa Chandelier by Ingo Maurer for Deisgn M, Germany, 1970s
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Warsaw, PL
Rare "Niju-Ichi" chandelier from the Uchiwa series by Ingo Maurer for Design M, Germany, 1970s. Executed in bamboo and 21 rice paper fans.Height adjustable by suspension from 3 thong...
Cotton, Bamboo, Paper
Mid-Century Cocoon Pendant Lamp, Resin & Pine Wood, Italy, 1960s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage lighting, with particular expertise in rare mid-century cocoon wall lights, cocoon pendant lamps, and the iconic cocoon technique designs.
Resin, Pine, Wood
Art Deco Ruffled Murano Hand Blown Glass Pendant Waved Pink, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful Ruffled Hand Blown Murano Glass Pendant, 1970. This rare piece is a real eye catcher and suitable for many different interiors.
Murano Glass
Art Deco Ruffled Murano Hand Blown Glass Pendant Transparent Pink, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful Ruffled Hand Blown Murano Glass Pendant, 1970. This rare piece is a real eye catcher and suitable for many different interiors.
Murano Glass
1930s Steel Pendant Lamp Functionalism Germany Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare 1930s pendant lamp in excellent condition and newly wired. 3x E27 To be on the safe side, the lamp should be checked locally by a specialist concerning local requirements.
Steel
Rare Large "Hana I" "Uchiwa" Chandelier by Ingo Maurer for Deisgn M, 1970s
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Warsaw, PL
Rare and large "Hana I" chandelier from the Uchiwa series by Ingo Maurer for Design M, Germany, 1970s. Executed in bamboo and 6 large rice paper fans. Can be vertically extended and ...
Cotton, Bamboo, Paper
1903 Welsbach Gas Lamp With Super Rare 20 Inch Flat Milk Glass Shade
By Welsbach Lamp Co
Located in Peekskill, NY
I have not found a 20 inch diameter flat milk glass shade in over 15 years. For collectors they are considered a Holy Grail of early industrial lighting. The lamp is signed Welsbach ...
Milk Glass
Rattan Cone Pendant Lamp Brass, Italy, circa 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
Rattan pendant lamp, Italy, midcentury. Dimensions: 7.87 (diameter) x 20.1 (height lamp shape only) 59 (overall height) Rare rattan shade pendant light, circa 1950, Italy, feat...
Brass
Large Macumba 1970-80s pendant lamp by Gismondi for Artemide
Located in Varese, Lombardia
A rare Artemide "Macumba" model pendant lamp, designed by Orni Halloween (Ernesto Gismondi) and produced in the 1970s.
Metal, Aluminum
Rare Pink Glass Chandelier and Sconces by Oswaldt Haerdtl for Lobmeyr, 1950s
By Oswald Haerdtl, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A rare set of three light fixtures designed by Oswaldt Haerdtl for Lobmeyr, circa 1950s, Vienna, Austria. This large chandelier and a pair of sconces are made of white/gray painted ...
Crystal, Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pendant 'Carolin' model T549/3 Chromed
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare ceiling pendant with new thai silk shade in cream/white fabric on white lacquered metal mount.
Brass
Antique Vintage German Opaline Reinlicht Solal Daylight Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Sale, GB
- An original and extremely rare Reinlicht Solal ceiling pendant by Reinlicht-Werke AG, with original chain and ceiling rose, Germany circa 1920. - These pendants were unique in the ...
Brass
Mid-Century Danish Copper Pendant from Lyfa, 1960s
By Lyfa
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare lamella pendant lamp from Lyfa. Probably a design by Luigi Weisdorf.
Metal
Swedish Modern Triple Pendant Lamp with Elevator Function, 1950s
Located in Värmdö, SE
Swedish Modern Triple Pendant Lamp with Elevator Function 1950s. Rare Swedish triple pendant lamp with an elevator function in brass.
Metal, Brass
Rare Art Deco frosted art glass plume chandelier w/ nickeled bronze frame
By EJG
Located in New York City, NY
This exquisite and unusual Original French Art Deco chandelier embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of the 1930s. Attributed to EJG Establishments Jean Gauthier. The design feat...
Bronze, Nickel
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.
Designer Eva Menz wants the light to "evoke curiosity and a sense of wonder."
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Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
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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.