French Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Brass, Rope, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An alabaster-colored glass, rope and brass pendant light designed and produced in France, c. 1940s.
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Alabaster, Rope, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An alabaster, rope and brass pendant light likely designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Alabaster, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light, Ceramic & Rope, Belgium, 1970s
Located in Brussel, BE
Boho and charming pendant lamp made of a UFO-like lampshade made of orange patina enameled ceramic, hung by different thicknesses of natural rope — a mix of design in the style of St...
Enamel
French Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Metal, Rope, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal, rope and blue-colored glass pendant light designed and produced in France, c. 1930s.
Metal
French Designer, Pendant Light, Alabaster, Rope, Wood, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An alabaster, rope and stained wood pendant light designed and produced in France, c. 1930s.
Alabaster
French Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Rope, Brass, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pink-colored glass, rope and brass pendant light designed and produced in France, c. 1930s.
Brass
French Designer, Pendant Light, Alabaster, Metal, Rope, France, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-patinated metal, rope and beige alabaster pendant light likely designed and produced in France, c. 1920s.
Alabaster, Metal
French Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Rope, Brass, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass, brown rope and brass pendant light designed and produced in France, c. 1930s.
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Alabaster, Rope, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An alabaster, brown rope and brass pendant light likely designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Alabaster
French Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Rope, Brass, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A red-colored glass, beige rope and brass pendant light designed and produced in France, c. 1930s Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.0"H x 15.0"W x 15.0"D Stem Length (inches): 5.5" ...
Brass
$3,400
H 32.25 in W 11.85 in D 11.85 in
French Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Rope, Brass, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A marbled glass, brown rope and brass pendant light designed and produced in France, c. 1930s.
Brass
Bamboo Rattan Pendant Light with Woven Rope Globe Lampshade
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern woven rope and bamboo pendant / hanging light. Spain, 1960s.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Rope
$3,800
H 22 in W 15 in D 15 in
Edvin Ollers Attribution, Pendant Light, Glass, Rope, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
By Edvin Ollers
Located in High Point, NC
A glass, beige rope and brass pendant light attributed to Edvin Ollers for Elme Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Brass
1970s Ceramic Pendant Light Suspended on a on Rope, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
Long and heavy ceramic pendant light suspended on a rope. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970's.
Ceramic, Rope
$3,861
H 36 in Dm 15.7 in
Antique Multicolor Alabaster Pendant Light w. Rope Suspension & Matching Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning flameboyant alabaster shade, perfect size light fixture. Add timeless elegance and warm natural beauty to your interior with this stunning vintage alabaster pendant light.
Alabaster, Brass
Gilt Metal Rope Lantern Pendant Light, Italian Design, 1960s
Located in Stamford, CT
Gilt metal rope and tassel pendant light with four bulbs.
Metal
Hanging Rope Light w/ Milk Glass Shade
Located in San Francisco, CA
A contemporary pendant light with a rope-covered cord, small milk glass saucer shade, and ceramic and brass canopy.
Brass
$2,457
H 31 in Dm 15.7 in
Rare Art Deco Magic Color Alabaster Stone Pendant, Ceiling Light, Original Rope
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare alabaster pendant for an entrance, bedroom or any corner that can do with a style upgrade. This goodsize pendant is completely original and the alabaster shade is in very good ...
Alabaster, Brass
Audoux Minet 1960s French Rope Lantern Pendant
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful rope pendant lantern light by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet from France, 1960s.
Brass
$2,281
H 30 in Dm 9.5 in
Glorious Design and Color Art & Crafts Glass Pendant Light, Canopy and Rope 1930
Located in Lisse, NL
If you are a collector of rare and great looking Arts & Crafts design antiques then this stylish pendant from the 1930s could be perfect for you. This organic-lines design fixture co...
Brass, Wire
$5,148
H 43.31 in Dm 22.05 in
Top Quality Large Size, Timeless Design Alabaster Pendant Light with Rope Chain
Located in Bochum, NRW
A sculptural alabaster pendant chandelier with a generous 56 cm diameter and exceptionally rich natural veining, offering the warm, atmospheric glow characteristic of high‑quality ea...
Alabaster
3 Light Veranda Pendant
Located in Dallas, TX
This pendant light showcases a bohemian coastal/organic modern style with a handcrafted woven design that brings warmth and texture to a space.
Rope
Spanish Rope Hand Woven Pendant Lamp / Suspension with Fringe
Located in Barcelona, ES
Dome Shaped Pendant Hanging Light, Rope, Jute, Fringe. Spain, 1960s Rare suspension with hand-woven cord semi-sphere lampshade hanging from a rope chain and topped by a woden canopy.
Jute, Rope, Cord, Trimming
Mid-Century Modern French Rope Ceiling Light, Antique, Plug-in, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Incredible rope French ceiling light.
Rope
Rope Ceiling Light in the Style of Audoux Minet, circa 1950
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rope and glass ceiling light in the style of Audoux Minet.
Rope, Glass
$1,404
H 38.59 in W 5.52 in D 7.88 in
Audoux Minet Attributed Rope Ceilling Light 2 Green Glass balls France, 1950
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Vibo
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Ceilling Light can be attributed to Audoux Minnet, Frida, and Adrian, considering their appearance and materials, and techniques. Audoux-Minnet has been producing with Vibo in M...
Rope, Glass
Art deco alabaster pendant light
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality art deco period alabaster ceiling light circa 1930. Dish shaped with carved design on the underside with a carved beaded border. Supported by 3 golden ropes leading up...
Alabaster
Alabaster Art Nouveau Pendant Light, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Original multi-colored alabaster shade with original brass canopy and rope cords. This wonderful Art Nouveau pendant light is in very good original condition with minor wear consiste...
Alabaster, Brass
French Art Deco, Classical Rope & Alabaster Ceiling Light, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
This exceptional art deco ceiling lamp is a rare French classical alabaster pendant dating to the early 20th century, exemplifying fine craftsmanship and timeless design. The generou...
Alabaster, Metal
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Boden, SE
A creme white fabric string pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Elevate any space with this unique pendant lamp, a perfect blend of natural textures and vintag...
Rope, Pine
Mid century Wedgwood inspired Scandinavian pendant light
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century wedgwood inspired Scandinavian pendant light circa 1930. Beautiful quality circular pendant light from Sweden very much in the style of Wedgwood. Frosted coral/flesh co...
Rope, Glass
Art Deco Pendant Light, Marbled Glass and Brass, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Elegant Art Deco pendant light produced in Czechoslovakia during the 1930s.
Brass
Metal Tassels & Twisted Rope Motive 8 Candles Light Fixture Chandelier MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Metal Tassels & Twisted Rope Motive 8 Candles Light Fixture Chandelier MINT
Steel
Swedish Designer Pendant light Mid Century modern lamp 1960s
Located in Boden, SE
Creme white fabric string pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Elevate any space with this unique pendant lamp, a perfect blend of natural textures and vintage d...
Rope, Teak
$3,200
H 43 in Dm 46 in
Large Early 6 Light Twisted Rope Chandelier - Frosted and Wavy Prismatic Shades
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is one of the earliest all electric chandeliers. This large 46 inch diameter chandelier has the look of a gas lamp but is one of the very early examples produced for the beginni...
Brass
$1,100 / item
H 314 in Dm 27.5 in
Iris Pendants Organic Hanging Light Sculpture Design by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
All Iris pendants are made out of a round steel frame, the Studio Lloyd signature multifilament rope, handcrafted crochet body & LED bulbs.
Rope
$5,184Sale Price|20% Off
H 22 in W 15 in D 0.1 in
Art Deco Antique Amber Alabaster Pendant Light, Sweden Circa 1920
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Antique Pendant produces a warm and natural amber glow highlighting the organic shades of it's alabaster stone-like finish. The piece is suspended by 3 silk wrapped golden rop...
Alabaster
Large Jugendstil Alabaster Pendant Light with Dramatic Natural Veining
Located in Lisse, NL
A striking and generously proportioned alabaster pendant light, measuring approximately 19.75 inches in diameter, executed during the European Jugendstil period.
Alabaster, Brass, Wire
$18,480 / item
H 14 in W 22 in D 22 in
Sirius Amber Color Chandelier with Mold Blown Glass, Brass and Leather Details
By Bianco Light & Space
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Drawing inspiration from infinite patterns, the Tessellation Series is a sculptural investigation using light, symmetry, and modular tessellation as concepts for building forms. Con...
Brass
$1,825Sale Price|20% Off
H 26.38 in Dm 11.82 in
Rattan Bamboo Pendant Hanging Light / Lantern with Chinoiserie Accents, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Modernist Bamboo Rattan Pendant Lamp Woven Rope Globe Lampshade, Spain, 1950s.
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker, Rope, Cane
$4,914
H 19 in Dm 13.85 in
Exceptional Art Deco Hand Carved & Layered Alabaster Pendant Light / Chandelier
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning, geometrically circular Art Deco chandelier. With early 20th century lighting as one of our specialities, we were thrilled to find another rare and truly beautiful Art Deco...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
$16,160 / item
H 14 in W 22 in D 22 in
Sirius Amber Color Chandelier with Mold Blown Glass, Brass and Leather Details
By Bianco Light & Space
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Drawing inspiration from infinite patterns, the Tessellation Series is a sculptural investigation using light, symmetry, and modular tessellation as concepts for building forms. Con...
Brass
$4,095
H 23 in Dm 15.7 in
Great Design & Colors Antique Art Deco Alabaster Flush Mount / Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
The matching style brass canopy and perfect 'rope chain' are like the icing on the cake of this timeless pendant.
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Unique Art Deco and Perfect Size, Multi Layered Glass Shade Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
This pendant light is of great quality and the remarkable geometric design simply is to die for.
Metal, Aluminum
$1,942 / set
H 7.09 in Dm 13 in
Art Deco Floral Glass Pendant Light, Hand-Painted Thin Pressed Glass Shade, 1920
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco Floral Glass Pendant Light, Hand-Painted Thin Pressed Glass Shade, 1920s Bring a touch of romantic Art Deco charm into your interior with this floral pendant lamp from the ...
Rope, Glass
Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Coconut Leaf, Wicker and Shade Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderfully stylish and beautifully handcrafted, midcentury pendant. This 1980s pendant is perfect for bringing light to your midcentury, but also to your (organic) modern day kitch...
Brass, Iron
$2,767
H 27 in Dm 16.6 in
Art Deco Organic & Vibrant Wisteria Plant Design Enameled Glass Pendant Light
By Loys Lucha
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and stunning work of lighting art in the manner of Loys Lucha. The glass shande is marked with initials of the artist (picture 3 and 4). If you are passionate about early 20th ...
Brass
$3,744
H 47 in Dm 42 in
Loys Lucha French Art Deco Organic & Vibrant Floral Design Glass Pendant Light
By Loys Lucha
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare and stunning work of lighting art of Loys Lucha. Signed "Loys Lucha" on the shade (see photo). If you are passionate about early 20th century decorative art then you will lov...
Brass
$1,930
H 46 in Dm 19 in
Rare and Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Brass and Bronze Pendant, Ceiling Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish, midcentury made and height adjustable light fixture with a great patina. This rare 1970s light fixture is ideal for bringing good style and the perfect kind of light to you...
Brass, Bronze, Wire
Rare Art Deco Enameled w. Vibrant Colors Glass Pendant Light by Loys Lucha
By Loys Lucha
Located in Lisse, NL
If you are passionate about early 20th-century decorative art, then this striking 4-light pendant will undoubtedly capture your heart.
Brass, Enamel
$3,510
H 25 in Dm 18 in
Striking Art Deco Moon Shape Alabaster Pendant Light Bronze Hardware Glass Beads
Located in Lisse, NL
Marvelous antique light fixture for an entry hall, bedroom or any other living space. With early 20th century light fixtures being one of our specialities, we always love finding un...
Alabaster, Bronze
$1,287
H 35 in Dm 16 in
Great Shape, Size and Color, 1920s Art Deco Glass Pendant Light / Ceiling Lamp
Located in Lisse, NL
With the evenly divided, marble-like veins in the glass bowl, this unique pendant is an absolute joy to own and look at, both with the light switched on and off.
Brass
Astral Ceiling Light
By Paolo Moschino
Located in London, GB
Cast plaster ring up-lit ceiling light with rope hanging fittings. Handcrafted product. Surface finish and colour will vary in each piece. Colour cannot be truly represented on scr...
Rope, Plaster
Vintage Hand Carved Mountain Climber or Mountaineer Pendant Light
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This mountaineer's outfit is typically Austrian and his body posture, whilst holding on to the power cord rope with one hand and to rope with the light pendant with the other, is sim...
Metal
$2,808
H 35 in W 30.8 in D 6 in
Antique Hand Carved Folk Art Pendant Light w. Accordion Playing 'Madchen' on Top
Located in Lisse, NL
All hand painted and hand carved out of wood this finely carved female figure in her Tyroler outfit and with her accordion in hand will bring jollity and light both during the days a...
Rope, Wood, Oak
$1,120
H 59 in W 11 in D 7 in
Vintage Hand Carved Mountain Climber or Mountaineer Pendant Light, Austria 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This mountaineer's outfit is typically Austrian and his body posture, whilst holding on to the power cord rope with one hand and to rope with the light pendant with the other, is sim...
Metal
Trapezi 6-Light Chandelier
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Milan, IT
The Trapezi is a stunning contemporary chandelier inspired by a circus trapeze act and finished and assembled in Italy. The spectacular lighting fixture combines handblown glass, tra...
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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