Vintage XL Industrial Explosion Proof Pendants by Victor
By Victor
Located in Nottingham, GB
These oversized light pendants were originally designed for extreme condition and volatile environments and benefit from an imposing design that is perfectly suited to many industria...
Metal
XL Polished Industrial Cage Lights from Eastern Europe
Located in Nottingham, GB
Perfect talking piece for any interior and works especially well for bar and restaurant lighting in large multiples. Technical Details Bulb Type E27 Maximum Wattage 12 watts LE...
Aluminum, Steel
XL Vintage Industrial Prismatic Glass Factory Lights by Holophane
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
A large industrial but sleek light that is perfect for commercial spaces for bar and restaurant lighting but also a fabulous feature light over kitchen islands and tables in resident...
Aluminum
Cosack Chrome 70ies Desk Light
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in DOORWERTH, NL
A best seller were copper lighting for restaurants. Best known designers: Gottfried Stürzenhofecker, K.
Metal
Pair of Large Benjamin Electric Grey Enamel Industrial Factory Pendants
By Benjamin Electrical Company 1
Located in Nottingham, GB
The vitreous enamel shades have been clean and polished and the remnants of the original manufacturers labels have been retained A design which many modern lights have been based on...
Enamel, Steel
Benjamin Electric Large Industrial Factory Pendants
By Benjamin Electrical Company 1
Located in Nottingham, GB
The vitreous enamel shades have been clean and polished and the remnants of the original manufacturers labels have been retained A design which many modern lights have been based ...
Enamel, Steel
Wall Lamps Coming from Drouant Restaurant Paris, 1960
Located in Encino, CA
ONE WALL LAMP, or sconce, from a set of six (This listing is for one lamp). Structure in metal, supporting two Demi-lune pieces of 5/8" thick glass. Light is coming from the bottom...
Metal
Mid Century Brass Floor Lamp by Gebruder Cosack, 1960s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
A best seller were copper lighting for restaurants. The company was declared bankrupt in 1984.
Metal, Brass
Chandelier Suspension Brass and Glass Vintage
Located in Palermo, Italia
Ideal for furnishing and lighting restaurants and rustic vintage rooms. A light 60 watt power, E27 attack.
Brass
20th Century British Set of Four Opaque Globe Restaurant Lights, c.1960
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Vintage mid-20th century British set of four, opaque glass restaurant lights have their original metal fittings and have been later painted in black lettering with gold highlight. ...
Metal
1960s Pair of Sconces from a Parisian Brasserie Restaurant
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large pair of 1960s bronze sconces from a Parisian brasserie restaurant. Pressed embossed glass. 3 lighted arms per sconce.
Bronze
Stockholm Restaurant and Café
By Rudolf Carlborg
Located in London, GB
The charm is to be found in the detail of the interior. The lighting, flooring, the restaurant tables and chairs, the beverages on the tables and of course, the clothing being worn a...
Paper, Gouache
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H 48 in W 59 in D 2 in
Emilio's, Photorealist Oil Painting by Harry McCormick
By Harry McCormick
Located in Long Island City, NY
A quiet scene of a young woman sitting in a restaurant with dramatic lighting. Artist: Harry McCormick, American (1942 - ) Title: Emilio's Year: circa 1990 Medium: Oil on Canvas S...
Canvas, Oil
Small French Modern Restaurant Table Light in Brass & Glass by Arlus, 1960s
By Arlus
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A small yet stylish table lamp originally made for the tables at restaurants and bars with dim/weak lighting. It features a cylindrical base in solid brass and a heavy crystal glass ...
Brass
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H 24.02 in Dm 15.36 in
Set of 4 - XL Vintage Industrial Prismatic Glass Factory Lights by Holophane
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
A large industrial but sleek light that is perfect for commercial spaces for bar and restaurant lighting but also a fabulous feature light over kitchen islands and tables in resident...
Aluminum
Sold
H 38.25 in W 111.5 in D 10 in
1980s Chinese Restaurant Neon Sign, Film Prop, Pagoda Roof, Multi-Color
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Neon sign crafted for the movie and television industry during the 1980s and 1990s captures the vibrant aesthetic of Chinese restaurant signage from that era. Multi-colored neon tubi...
Metal, Wire
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H 40 in Dm 13.6 in
Rare Set of 10 Mid-Century Modern Brass Kitchen, Bar / Restaurant Pendant Lights
Located in Lisse, NL
These timeless pieces of lighting art can be used in many kinds of interiors and in various spaces, both at home (in your kitchen, living room, study) or in a business setting (in a ...
Brass
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H 13.78 in W 16.54 in D 7.88 in
Large Pair of 1960s Five Arms Sconces from a Parisian Brasserie Restaurant
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large Pair of 1960s five arms sconces from a Parisian brasserie restaurant in gilt brass. Five lighted arms per sconce hold by a brass plate decorated by a top and a bottom beaded fr...
Brass
Stunning Parisian Restaurant Chandelier with Crystal Rocks
Located in Encino, CA
This incredible large chandelier is round with 12 torcher lamps. The top features an elegant gilt crown. The arms extending from here each feature a crystal rock of varying size as y...
Crystal, Bronze, Metal
Important pair of gilt brass lanterns from a Parisian restaurant
Located in Encino, CA
Important pair of gilt brass lanterns from a Parisian restaurant 23 Carats gold leaf gilding on brass. H.60"1/2 x Diam.10"1/4 The shade is in a jute burlap, Original condition. C...
23-Karat Gilt Brass Pair of Table Lamps from Parisian Restaurant, c.1950
Located in Encino, CA
Pair of gilt brass table lamps from a Parisian restaurant, comes from a set of 12. 23-karat gold leaf gilding over brass. The shades are in jute burlap, in original condition. Bases...
Glass
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H 8.5 in Dm 6.75 in
23-Karat Gilt Brass Pair of Table Lamps from a Parisian Restaurant, circa 1960
Located in Encino, CA
Pair of gilt brass table lamps from a Parisian restaurant, comes from a set of 12. 23-karat gold leaf gilding over brass. The shades are in jute burlap, in original condition. Bases...
Brass
Sold
H 8.5 in Dm 6.75 in
Gilt Brass, 23-Karat Pair of Table Lamps from a Parisian Restaurant, circa 1950
Located in Encino, CA
Pair of gilt brass table lamps from a Parisian restaurant, comes from a set of 12. This pair is the last pair available. 23-karat gold leaf gilding over brass. The shades are in ju...
Brass, Gold Leaf
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H 8.5 in Dm 6.75 in
Gilt Brass, 23-Karat Pair of Table Lamps from a Parisian Restaurant, circa 1950
Located in Encino, CA
Pair of gilt brass table lamps from a Parisian restaurant, comes from a set of 12. 23-karat gold leaf gilding over brass. The shades are in jute burlap, in original condition. Bases...
Brass
Glitter Eagle Sconces
By Kirk Albert
Located in Seattle, WA
These would perfect in a chic restaurant or as bedside lighting for an adventuresome client.
Wood, Paint
Sold
H 15.75 in W 10.63 in D 16.93 in
1950's Outdoor or Indoor Aluminum Wall Light Swan Neck Wall Bracket x6
Located in Crespieres, FR
Perfect for outdoor lighting on houses, restaurants, bars or a hotel façade, around a pool or in a veranda.
Aluminum
One Iron Big French Design Floor Lamp, 1960s Restaurant Lights
Located in Roubaix, FR
Big Design polished metal floor light, bakelite feet and plastic round shade totally rewired. E27 from North of France restaurant. only one available .
Iron
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