$38,000 / item
Glamorous Custom Rock Crystal Sputnik
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous Custom Rock Crystal Sputnik Currently out of stock but available for custom order in different sizes and finishes.
Crystal, Rock Crystal
Custom Petite Austrian Crystal and Rock Crystal Sputnik Chandelier
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Custom petite Austrian crystal and rock crystal sputnik chandelier. Currently out of stock but available for custom order in different sizes, finishes, and design.
Rock Crystal, Crystal, Nickel
Custom Austrian Crystal and Rock Crystal Sputnik Chandelier
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and iconic chandelier that is flexible in customization to your preference. The chandelier listed was made in polished nickel and polished brass finish on crystal cluster sph...
Rock Crystal
$2,950Sale Price / item|33% Off
Modern Transitional Brushed Nickel Sputnik Rock Crystal Ball Chandelier Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
The flowing rock crystal crown sits atop the beautiful rock crystal prism finishing this wonderful chandelier.
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Nickel
Modern Transitional Brushed Nickel Sputnik Rock Crystal Ball Chandelier Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
The flowing rock crystal crown sits atop the beautiful rock crystal prism finishing this wonderful chandelier.
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Nickel
$16,500 / item
Brazilian Rock Crystal Half Sputnik Chandelier
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Brazilian rock crystal half Sputnik chandelier. Currently out of stock but available for custom order.
Rock Crystal, Brass, Metal
$27,320 / set
Pair of Sputnik Moravian Rock Crystal Light
Located in GB
A striking, highly decorative pair of rare rock crystal ceiling lights with detailed etching along each crystal spike. Exceptional lights that would be sure to create a real talking ...
Rock Crystal
Large Sputnik Rock Crystal Chandelier, "Nova", Limited Edition
By Marcelo Bessa
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Large Sputnik chandeliers composed of solid brass body and 65" square convex rock crystal elements.
Quartz, Brass
Sputnik Rock Crystal Chandelier, "Nova", Limited Edition
By Marcelo Bessa
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Large Sputnik chandelier composed of solid brass body and 59" square convex rock crystal elements.
Rock Crystal, Brass
Modernist Translucent Disc Sputnik with Polished Chrome Fittings
Located in New York, NY
This stunning chandelier was hand blown in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production. It features an abundance of ...
Chrome
Italian Antique Crystal Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant and sculptural Italian antique crystal chandelier from the 1950s, featuring a refined tapered silhouette and exceptional light play. This chandelier is crafted with a warm...
Crystal, Brass
Large Murano Sputnik Chandelier
Located in London, GB
A large sputnik chandelier in brass and Murano glass, with 9 light fittings. A contemporary piece also available in chrome finish
Brass
Contemporary Rock Crystal Quartz Chandelier by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
A fine carved contemporary rock crystal quartz chandelier with eight spikes, polished nickel finished frame, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC. Height can be adjustable. Available in n...
Quartz, Rock Crystal
$1,462Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 19.69 in
Charming Vintage Sputnik Italian Murano Chandelier
Located in Budapest, HU
Vintage Sputnik Italian crystal chandelier – 51 clear glasses Sputnik space age Italian vintage crystal chandelier made by 51 trasparent crystals in a burnished brass metal frame. P...
Metal
$16,500 / item
H 27 in W 40 in D 27 in
Beautifully Detailed Custom Glass Teardrop Oval Sputnik Chandelier
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully detailed custom glass teardrop oval Sputnik chandelier in antique brass finish. Customization is available in different sizes, and finishes. Currently out of stock but a...
Metal, Brass
Stunning Crystal Glass Bakalowits Chandelier
By Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning chandeliers by Bakalowits and Sohne with huge gem-like crystals and silver-plated brass frame. The chandelier is fitted with 6 E14 bulbs 40 Watts each.
Brass, Silver Plate
German Mid-Century Modern Polished Chrome and Glass Ball Sputnik Chandelier
By Honsel
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This Mid-Century Modern chandelier was made in the 1960s in Germany. It is made of six unique glass balls mounted on a chrome frame. The fixture requires six European E14 candelabra ...
Metal, Chrome
Large, Custom Italian Murano / Venetian Clear Glass Sputnik Spike Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Large Round Italian Mid-Century Modern style Hand Blown Clear Murano Glass Chandelier with 99 hand blown clear Murano glass spikes to form a Sputnik. Details are in solid brass. Dime...
Murano Glass
Lobmeyr Metropolitan Opera Crystal Chandelier Sputnik Design
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Westport, CT
Lobmeyr, designed by Hans Harold Rath originally for the Metropolitan Opera at Lincoln center, made in Austria. Vintage Chandelier, the Met erupted when the chandelier rose toward th...
Crystal, Chrome
Vintage 43 Globe Sputnik Chandelier by Lightolier
By Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
Large vintage 43 globe Sputnik chandelier by Lightolier. This polished chrome fixture supports 43 6" clear glass globes which when illuminated is stunning. The chandelier is newly r...
Chrome
Mid century glass sputnik chandelier, 1970s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century sputnik chandelier designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. 1960s Austria Tested and ready to use. We can change the chain length if desired. Works with E14 light...
Chrome
1920's Petite Crystal and Glass Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
An excellent quality 1920s petite size crystal and glass chandelier. Unususal size, perfect for a hallway or powder room. Newly re-wired and ready to install. Height including chain...
Crystal
Emil Stejnar Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s Hand Cut Crystal & Brass
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Bainbridge, NY
European Modern Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Hand Cut Crystal Sputnik Chandelier. Featuring a suspended and looped Brass rod with interior, spherical Brass Sputnik form with origin...
Crystal, Brass
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
H 24 in W 19 in D 19 in
Midcentury Venetian Chrome and Frosted Orb Chandelier by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An Italian midcentury Murano art glass four light chandelier designed by Mazzega, chromed metal rod base radiating chrome arms and holding four hand blown mottled frosted amber and s...
Chrome
20th Century Cut Crystal Chandelier
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass/cut crystal chandelier made in the 1960s probably by Lobmeyr in Vienna. A beautiful form body gold painted frame. Six flamed fitted with E14 sockets, rich hangings from the var...
Crystal, Brass
$300Sale Price / item|28% Off
H 4.13 in W 9.05 in D 3.34 in
Ardium Shell Mid Century Style Brass Casting Wall Sconce
Located in İstiklal, TR
ARDIUM Large Brass Wall Sconce, a striking and elegant lighting fixture designed to make a bold statement in any space. Crafted from heavy brass, this larger version features a G9 so...
Brass
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$320 / item
H 2.75 in W 6.29 in D 2.36 in
Ardium Mini Shell Mid Century Style Brass Casting Wall Sconce
Located in İstiklal, TR
ARDIUM Mini Brass Wall Sconce, a timeless lighting fixture designed to add elegance and sophistication to any space. Crafted from heavy brass, this sconce features a G9 socket that i...
Brass
$17,122
H 29.53 in W 23.23 in D 23.23 in
Viggo Boesen Model 30 Armchair, Beechwood & Niger Leather, Denmark 1940s
By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in København K, 84
This rare armchair, model 30, was designed by Viggo Boesen attributed to and produced by Slagelse Møbelværk in Denmark during the 1940s, a formative period of pre-war and early post-...
Goatskin, Beech, Leather
$3,350
H 97 in Dm 29 in
19th Century Continental Neoclassic Faience Stove from the Iris Apfel Collection
Located in Morristown, NJ
19th Century tin-glazed terracotta faience stove, in three stacked sections with domed wooden cap, featuring raised foliate scrollwork, floral garlands, and Rococo-inspired cartouche...
Brass
Antique Chinoiserie Black & Gold Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Chinoiserie Black & Gold Tall Chest of Drawers.
Wood
Napoli Reproduction Club Chair in Natural Cotton Canvas
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Over 2000 items in stock, scroll down and select view all to see our current ready to ship furniture and accessories! Price is per item, this is custom made to order. We do have 1 fl...
Canvas, Cotton, Wood
$2,579Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 7.09 in Dm 32.29 in
Great 18 Palmette Shallow Flush Ceiling Mount, Murano, in Stock
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Here the larger version of the successful 12 leaves compact palmette ceiling fixture. This group of shallow ceiling mount Murano chandelier was first designed for a luxury yacht low...
Metal
$5,900 / set
H 20.25 in W 7.5 in D 4.25 in
Murano Glass Alligatore Sconces, Hand-Blown, Modern Design, Italy
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of sconces, Italian, from the island of Murano. This pair is made of hand-blown glass with a beautiful “alligatore” texture. They have been newly wired to fit US standards. T...
Murano Glass
$7,077 / item
H 49.22 in W 72.84 in D 2.37 in
Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Infinity Mirror, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Infinity wall mirror reflects the passage of time in an endless gaze, capt...
Gold Leaf
$2,267Sale Price / item|40% Off
W 108.27 in L 142.92 in
9x12 Ft Modern Handmade Moroccan Design Rug. 100% Wool. Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this modern hand-knotted Moroccan Berber Beni Ourain design rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining the t...
Wool
Lumfardo Luread "F" Sconces by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, CA
A foldable version of our original LUread sconces with a foldable articulated arm to allow for more variance in light direction. Made from solid brass and a hand-painted aluminum sha...
Aluminum, Brass
$7,475 / item
H 17.75 in W 12.25 in D 12.25 in
Anna Karlin Chess Piece - Original Height - Wooden - Shape D
By Anna Karlin
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the forms of chess pieces scattered across a board, the Chess Stool is a sculptural accent piece designed to function as a side table or stool. Available in four distinct...
Walnut
1970's Vintage Wicker Daybed
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Beautiful Woven Wicker Rattan Day Bed. The woven wicker bed features an open fretwork design on each side. The bed will require a new cushion and upholstery. Please contact us for c...
Wicker
$1,775
H 30.32 in W 15.75 in D 9.45 in
Victorian Vintage Two-Story Painted Birdcage in Distressed Cream Finish
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A charming large vintage two-tier birdcage or decorative aviary, finished in a distressed cream painted surface with attractive age-related wear throughout. The piece has a wonderfu...
Wire
$13,142 / item
H 23.63 in W 76.78 in D 39.38 in
Twins Daybed by Rute Martins for Greenapple, Rose Gold Mohair Velvet and Oak
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
The Twins daybed by Rute Martins for Greenapple, a curved chaise longue in rose gold mohair velvet on a plinth of natural American oak, satin. Handcrafted in Portugal. W 195 x D 100 ...
Mohair, Velvet, Oak, 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.
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.
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