Studio BBPR pendant lamps Torre Velasca Milano Italy 1956
By Studio BBPR
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
These rare pendant lamps were designed and manufactured by Studio BBPR in 1956 specifically for the entrance hall of the Torre Velasca, one of Milan’s most iconic architectural landm...
Aluminum, Sheet Metal
$3,000Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Marbro Brass Empire Style Pendant Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare and exceptional Marbro shaded Empire style hanging light. Solid brass body with solid brass filigreed Silhouette handles and large top finial. Double brass socket with brass bal...
Brass
Markhbeinn Rare Art Deco Pendant Chandelier, France, 1920
By Degué
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Rare French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier by MARKHBEINN, Paris, circa 1920.
Bronze
Gino Poli & Ettore Fantasia Rare Saturn-shaped pendant lamp
Located in Vigevano, PV
Gino Poli & Ettore Fantasia Rare Saturn-shaped pendant lamp This pendant lamp dates back to the early 70s, with this futuristic Saturn-shaped shape, all in excellent condition, ther...
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of Rare Midcentury Pendants Lubid Bratislava, 1970s
By Napako
Located in Praha, CZ
- very nice style of lighting - extremely rare type
Metal
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Brass and Metal "Evolux" Pendant by Hiemstra
By Hiemstra Evolux
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A rare mid-1960s "Evolux" brass and metal pendant lamp by Hiemstra, Amsterdam.
Brass
Rare Glass Pendant Lamp by Limburg, 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A vintage pemdant lamp by Glashütte Limburg made in the 1970s in Germany. It is fascinating with its beautiful shape. The is secured to the metal body with three metal screws. The...
Aluminum
Rare Pair of Swedish 1950s Monumental Brass Pendant Lamps
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of Large Pendant Lamps, brass, frosted glass, Sweden, 1950s This rare pair of ceiling lamps was produced in Sweden during the 1950s and beautifully reflects the sculptural char...
Brass
Rare Midcentury Pendant SATURN Space Age style, Denmark, 1970s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type - very nice style of lighting - space age style
Copper
$1,155Sale Price|40% Off
Rare Brass Plated Holophane Industrial Hanging Pendant Light
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This industrial yet elegant hanging lamp from the 1940s features a Holophane glass shade. The pendant light is connected by an aluminum casing fixed to the top of the light fixture a...
Brass
Itsu Mid-Century Pendant Lamp Model "ER 106/3", Finland 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare pendant lamp was designed during the 1950s, an era in which Finland saw the birth of many of its most iconic lighting models.
Brass
Rare Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model T-603 Pendant, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Hans-Agne Jakobsson pendant. Rare model with an inner glass cylinder.
Brass
Rare French Enamel Pendant Light, Industrial Style, Mid-Century
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare French Enamel Factory Pendant Light Thick quality Enamel.
Brass, Enamel
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Four Hanging Pendants Light by Henri Mathieu
By Henri Mathieu
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Aluminium light designed by Henri Mathieu in the 1970s. Each pendant is made of bands of brushed metal, lacquered in orange inside radiating warm light. The pendants could be hung ...
Aluminum
1970s Rare Italian Chrome Plated Adjustable Pendant Light
Located in Praha, CZ
- Cleaned and polished - 1x E26/E27bulb - US wiring compatible
Chrome
Rare Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp by Limburg, 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A vintage pendant lamp by Glashütte Limburg made in the 1970s in Germany. It is fascinating with its beautiful shape. The glass is secured to the metal body with three metal screws. ...
Aluminum
Arts & Crafts Alabaster Pendant / Chandelier w. Bronze Gothic Style Frame c 1915
Located in Lisse, NL
This sizeable antique pendant from the early 1900s is another one of our recent rare finds.
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze, Wire
1950s Chandelier in Wood and White Opaline By Uno & Osten Kristiansson
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Antwerp, BE
Uno & Osten Kristiansson (Sweden, 1925-2009), rare pendant wood and opaline glass four-light ceiling lamp Luxus.
Metal
Rare Danish White Metal Ceiling Pendant, Mid-1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Made from lacquered sheet metal this stunning piece of Danish modernism. Very few regular age related signs. A real collectible item.
Metal
Beautiful rare original 60s Limburg octagonal glass pendant lamp
By Limburg
Located in München, DE
Beautiful rare original 60s octagonal glass pendant lamp. Manufacturer is Limburg Germany.
Brass
Henri Quenvil Rare Art Deco Enameled Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Rare and wide French Art Deco pendant chandelier by Henri Quenvil, 47 rue d'Hauteville, Paris (10e), France, ca.1920.
Wrought Iron
Rare arched glass pendant in style of Pietro Chiesa
By Pietro Chiesa
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Rare brass five-light pendant by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte.
Brass
$10,000 / item
Rare '803' Series Pendants by Guiliano Viti for Venini
By Venini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare '803' Series Pendants by Guiliano Viti for Venini.
Chrome, Metal
Rare metal pendant light for Lyfa, Denmark 1960's
By Lyfa
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This beautiful orange and cream colored pendant lamp was made by the Danish lighting manufacturer Lyfa.
Sheet Metal
Rare Large "Luzette" Pendant by Peter Behrens for Siemens Schuckert
By Peter Behrens, Siemens
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Peter Behrens, "Luzette" pendant lamp from 1910-1920, frame in old copper and opaline glass.
Copper
Henry Mouynet Rare Art Deco Pink Pendant Chandelier, 1920
By Mouynet Schneider
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
There were few of them, making this pendant a rare and very high-quality piece. Pink frosted glass shade decorated with a stylized Art Deco motif.
Brass
$2,642Sale Price|30% Off
Rare Lisa Johansson-Pape Pendant Manufactured by Stockmann, 1950s
By Oy Stockmann AB, Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare Lisa Johansson-Pape pendant manufactured by Stockmann in the 1950s.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Rare Pear Shaped Cocoon Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-century modern Cocoon pendant lamp from the 1960s. Here in a rare form.
Metal
Very Rare Double Light Pendant by Limburg, circa 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Wien, Au
Very rare double light pendant by Limburg, circa 1960 Original condition Original Nutwood.
Brass
Rare Onion Pendants in Turquoise Glass by Helge Zimdal
By Helge Zimdal, Falkenberg
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare glass version, double leyed glass orange and white, designed by Helge Zimdal for Falkenberg. Zimdal was actually most known for his architectural work, mostly in Stockholm, Swed...
Brass
Rare Atomic Shade Pendant Lamp by Temde, 1960s, Switzerland
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Rare atomic shade pendant lamp by Temde, 1960s, Switzerland Elegant and minimal design hanging lamp Lampshade is in good condition and very clean.
Fabric, Plastic, Latex, Wood
Large and Rare Flower Pot Pendant by Verner Panton
By Verner Panton
Located in Long Island City, NY
Large and rare flower pot lighting pendant designed by Verner Panton for Louis Poulsen, circa 1972.
Metal
A Rare Kartell Model 4065 Pendant Light, Italy, c. 1965
By Kartell
Located in Dronten, NL
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a truly exceptional piece of lighting history: the Kartell Model 4065 pendant lamp.
Acrylic
Rare vintage triple shaded pendant lamp, Denmark 1960's
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This is an amazing set of three pendants in one collage. The three are held together by a brass triangle. All pendants are in a beautifull condition and have clearly always been well...
Brass, Metal
Rare Hans-Agne Jakobsson Fringe Pendant Lamp, Brass & Opaline Glass
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
“Fringe” ceiling lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, made from brass. Rare model with inner opaline glass shade, drapes of pink textile cords are suspended in layers around the shade. Perfe...
Opaline Glass, Textile
Rare Onion Pendants in Orange Glass by Helge Zimdal
By Helge Zimdal, Falkenberg
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare glass version, double leyed glass orange and white, designed by Helge Zimdal for Falkenberg. Zimdal was actually most known for his architectural work, mostly in Stockholm, Swed...
Brass
Rare Midcentury Plastic Pendant in style of Limburg, Germany, 1970s
By Limburg
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type - very nice style of lighting
Brass
Rare Large "Luzette" Pendant by Peter Behrens for Siemens Schuckert
By Peter Behrens, Siemens
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Peter Behrens, "Luzette" pendant lamp from 1910-1920, frame in old copper and opaline glass.
Copper
$742Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Design Space Age UFO Pendant by Napako, 1970s
By Napako
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare unseen model - Czechoslovakia - 1970s - original perfect condition - marked by manufacturer - the height can be shortened jr
Metal
Rare Midcentury Pendant Meblo, Space Age, Harvey Guzzini, Italy, 1970s
By Harvey Guzzini, Meblo
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type - space age style - marked by label - beautiful style of lighting - we can remake it with a fabric cable
Milk Glass, Plastic
Rare Midcentury Pendant Meblo, Space Age, Harvey Guzzini, Italy, 1970s
By Harvey Guzzini, Meblo
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type - space age style - marked by label - beautiful style of lighting - we can remake it with a fabric cable
Chrome
Rare Dutch Modern Red Terracotta Pendant Light by Artiforte, 1950s
Located in Mortsel, BE
A rare find from the history of Dutch lighting, this terracotta pendant was produced by Artiforte in the 1950s.
Ceramic, Terracotta
Beautiful Rare Italian Vintage Six-Arm Pendant Chandelier, 1970s
By Stilnovo
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant and beautiful midcentury six-arm pendant chandelier. The overall height can be customized. Italy, 1960s-1970s. Measures: Height of the body: 17 in (43 cm). Lamp sockets 6.
Chrome, Metal, Brass
$6,970Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Rectangular Pendant Lamp Nordlys Light by Eric Warna
By Eric Wärnå
Located in Oirlo, LI
Rare rectangular pendant lamp Nordlys Light by Eric Warna.
Brass
Rare Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Doria ceiling light with large volcanic Murano glass ball. High quality of materials, gives a wonderful light effect when it is on. Sockets: One E27 standard bulbs. Max 100 Watts. L...
Murano Glass
Rare Edition 'Bali' Pendants by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano
By Bruno Munari, Danese Milano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Edition 'Bali' Pendants by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano (IT, c. 1950s) Twill fabric exterior shade with a parchment interior backing.
Brass
Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen Rare Variant Counterweight Pendant Lamp
By Vilhelm Lauritzen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Milan, IT
Elegant and refined brass pendant lamp designed by Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1967. The design reflects Lauritzen’s functionalist philosophy, combining architectu...
Aluminum, Brass
$827Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Art Deco Pendant Light, Sandblasted Glass, Europe, 1930s, 41cm
Located in Praha, CZ
This Art Deco pendant represents the height of 1930s European glasswork. Featuring a substantial, "huge" glass globe, the fixture is defined by its striking sandblasted geometric pat...
Nickel
Stilnovo Rare Mid-Century Crystal and Chrome Pendant, 1960
By Stilnovo
Located in Rome, IT
Striking Minimalist Stilnovo pendant Model 1273 , with a frosted opaline glass bowl surrounded with ground green cut crystals, supported by polished chrome hardware. The glasses are...
Glass
Arredoluce Rare Ivory Lacquer Brass Lantern Pendant Ceiling Light 1950s
By Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce
Located in New York, NY
It classic shape, exquisite form, and delicate lines exude charm and elegance and would compliment any interior whether classic or modern. This model pendant light is very rare an...
Metal, Brass
Noverdy Rare Wide Art Deco Swans Pendant Chandelier, France, 1920
By Jean Noverdy
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Rare French Art Deco Pendant by Jean Noverdy, Dijon, France – 1920s Daum & Muller Frères Era.
Bronze
$813Sale Price / item|46% Off
3 Rare Models Kalmar Pendants with Armored Glass, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, Au
3 rare models Kalmar pendants with armored glass Only polished Priced and sold per piece.
Brass
Rare Copper and Metal Pendant Lamp from DDR, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Copper and metal pendant lighting from DDR. The light requires one E27 light bulb. Very good vintage conditionn. Free worldwide standard shipping. Express shipping on reques...
Copper
$2,323 / item
Rare Set of 9 Brass and Glass Pendants, 1970s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Made in Germany by Ott International, 1970s. Measures: Diameter 25 cm Height 55 cm Listed price is for one (1) pendant.
Brass
Rare XL Holophane Pendant Light – Original Paris Streetlamp, France, 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Rare XL Holophane Pendant Light – Original Paris Streetlamp, France, 1960 This exceptional extra-large Holophane pendant light is a rare and iconic example of mid-century industrial...
Metal
Rare Glass Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Doria ceiling light with large volcanic glass ball. High quality of materials, gives a wonderful light effect when it is on. Sockets: One E27 standard bulbs. Max 100 Watts. Light bu...
Art Glass
Rare Onion Pendants in Perforated Brass by Helge Zimdal
By Falkenberg, Helge Zimdal
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare perforated version and diffuser designed by Helge Zimdal for Falkenberg. Zimdal was actually most known for his architectural work, mostly in Stockholm, Sweden, but tried his h...
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.
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