Scandinavian Style Chandelier with Teak and Opaline, circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Scandinavian style chandelier with teak and opaline, circa 1960.
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Opaline Glass, Teak
Scandinavian Style Chandelier with Teak and Opaline, circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Scandinavian style chandelier with teak and opaline, circa 1960.
Opaline Glass, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Chandelier in Style of Paavo Tynell, Finland, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Scandinavian Modern chandelier in style of Paavo Tynell, manufactured in Finland, 1950s. Brass
Brass
Scandinavian Pendant in Orrefors Style
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Scandinavian pendant in Orrefors style, circa 1960s. Colored textured glass and aluminum
Aluminum
Design Scandinavian style Brass pendant - 1960s / Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with patina - new wiring - one bulb any wattage, Us compatible - polished profesionally jr
Brass
Scandinavian / Danish Style Pendant, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s, Germany - Good original condition - Label.
Metal
$710Sale Price|50% Off
Lars Schiøler Menuett Pendant Light, White Acrylic, Scandinavian Style
By Hoyrup Light, Lars Schiøler
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Minimalist Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern white acrylic pendant consisting of layered white
Acrylic
Temde Leuchten Pine and Glass Globe Pendant, 1970s Scandinavian Style
By Temde Leuchten, Charlotte Perriand, Rainer Daumiller, Maison Regain, Pierre Chapo
Located in Copenhagen, DK
sculpture. White rope hiding the cord and connecting the pendant with the wooden canopy. In the style of
Rope, Glass, Wood, Pine
Scandinavian Copper & Marble Glass Pendant Lamp, Bauhaus Style 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish art deco/functionalist pendant light marbled glass shade and copper top. It was manufactured in Denmark during the mid-late 1940s. New and secure wire and fitting has been ins...
Copper
Elegant Scandinavian Pendant Light in the Style of Louis Poulsen, 1960s
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant Scandinavian Pendant Light in the Style of Louis Poulsen, 1960s A striking mid-century
Opaline Glass
Brass and Glass Chandelier in Lyfa Style, Denmark, 1970s
By Lyfa
Located in Praha, CZ
6-flamming chandelier with white sanded glass. Cleaned and polished One glass shade has small
Brass
Mid-Century Pendant Scandinavian Design 60s Wood, H. A. Jakobsson Style
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Andernach, DE
Beautifully designed pendant lamp from wood veneer, Scandinavian, possibly Sweden. 1960s Original
Pine
Brass and Crystal Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell, Lightolier
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A brass and crystal chandelier attributed to Lightolier, in the style of Paavo Tynell. Possibly
Brass
$250Sale Price / set|34% Off
Scandinavian Modern Pair Small Glass Pendant Lights Style Erik Hoglund Urschult
By Erik Höglund
Located in Miami, FL
Swedish modern red glass inserts and black metal frame, a pair of small pendants by Konst Glashyttan Urschult, Sweden from the 1970s. The red glass inserts were made in the manner of...
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
Aluminum, Brass
$440Sale Price|20% Off
6 Arms bubble glass chandelier in the style of Helena Tynell, 1970s
By Helena Tynell
Located in STRASBOURG, FR
6 Arms chandelier in brass and molded glass, the glass shades are very reminescent of the Bubble
Brass
Pr. Doo Wop Style Pendant Chandeliers by John Utzon for Nordisk Solar c 1960's
By Jørn Utzon, Nordisk Solar Co.
Located in New York, NY
Nice pair of Doo Wop style Jorn Utzon Sovaernspendel tiered pendant fixtures, made in Denmark c
Aluminum
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Molded Glass & Chrome Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design at its finest. It is as versatile as it is aesthetically compelling
Chrome
$1,325Sale Price|20% Off
Hand-Carved Pinewood Chandelier with Grapes, Germany 1970s
Located in Hannover, DE
This elaborately carved chandelier in Scandinavian style is truly unique. It was handcrafted in an
Linen, Pine
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Perforated Aluminum, Brass and Lucite Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Mid-Century Modern chandelier was realized in Sweden, circa 1960. It features a domed
Aluminum, Brass
$1,159Sale Price|30% Off
Swedish Josef Frank Style Textile Pendant, 1970s
By Josef Frank, Markslöjd, Ateljé Lyktan, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian modern vintage pendant with cream white draped textile shade with decorative braided
Textile, Wood
$1,600 / item
'2' Fog & Morup Style Black Pendants
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Los Angeles, CA
(2) Black Fog & Morup style pendants from Denmark. Original finish. Wired with a single E26 medium
Aluminum
$710Sale Price|40% Off
Swedish Designer Josef Frank Style Textile Dome Pendant, 1960s
By Josef Frank, Markslöjd, Ateljé Lyktan, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian midcentury modern vintage pendant with cream white dome shaped textile shade over
Textile, Wood
$1,250Sale Price|50% Off
Pendant in Style of Hans Agne Jakobsson
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pendant in Style of Hans Agne Jakonsson, probably Sweden, Circa 1960th. Colored glass shade with
Glass
Vintage Industrial Style Grey Ceiling Lamps by ABO, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
kitchen, workspace or corridor lighting etc. Reminiscent in Style to Anders Pehrson Bumling series
Steel
$1,250 / item
Birger Dahl Pendants in the Style of Stilnovo
By Birger Dahl, Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
Birger Dahl pendants in the style of Stilnovo. Architectural pendant lights designed circa 1954 and
Brass, Metal
Brutalist Style Pendant by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen
By Holm Sørensen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pendant by Holm Sorensen, Denmark, circa 1960s. Patinated brass. Existing European wiring, rewiring available upon request.
Poul Henningsen / Verner Panton Style, Large Plexiglas Ceiling Lamp
By Poul Henningsen
Located in København, Copenhagen
Poul Henningsen / Verner Panton style, large ceiling lamp in Plexiglas with four lamellae inside
Plexiglass
Metal Pendant Lamp in the Style of Simon Henningsen
By Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Striking pendant lamp in a cool, whimsical design, in the style of Simon Henningsen. The conical
Metal
Poul Henningsen / Verner Panton Style Large Ceiling Lamp in Plexiglas
Located in København, Copenhagen
Poul Henningsen / Verner Panton style large ceiling lamp in Plexiglas with four lamellae inside
Pink Fabric Pendant Light in the Style of Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1970s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Hannover, DE
This lovely pendant lamp, finished in a delicate pink, is from the 1970s or 80s. The previous owner said they bought it in Sweden. The lamp emits a very pleasant and soft light, remi...
Fabric, Pine
Lovely Adjustable Japanese Style Ceiling Lamp Made in Teak by Temde Swiss, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Large shapely teak lamp with jute cord weave. Adjustable from 95cm to 166cm. The lamp is executed with one E27 Edison screw fit bulb. It is wired and in working condition. It runs...
Metal
Ceiling Lamps in the Style of Simon Henningsen Produced in Denmark
By Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of ceiling lamps in the style of Simon Henningsen. Produced in Denmark.
Aluminum
Great pendant lamp in the style of " Kina Lamp" by Bent Karlby
By Bent Karlby
Located in Uccle, Bruxelles
Great pendant lamp in the style of " Kina Lamp" by Bent Karlby. Nice vintage condition, no damages
Opaline Glass
Preben Dahl Style White Cut Out Nonagon Hanging Pendant, 1960s
By Preben Dahl
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Danish Mid-Century Modern adjustable, nine sided off white enameled steel hanging lamp, in the manner of Preben Dahl for Hans Følsgaard. Featuring a geometric form with nine round cu...
Cut Steel
Ceiling Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell Produced by Itsu in Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare counter weight ceiling lamp in the style of Paavo Tynell. Produced by Itsu in Finland. Measure
Brass
$803Sale Price|20% Off
Space Age Optima Pendant Lamp in UFO Style by Hans Due Fog & Mørup Denmark
By Hans Due, Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Brussels, Brussels
1970s Danish Ufo style Pendant lamp, model "Optima". Design by Hans Due for Fog & Morup in 1972
Metal, Aluminum
Mid 20th Century Danish Teakwood Pendant Lamp - Frosted Glass Shades
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A vintage Scandinavian style cascade pendant chandelier, made of teakwood with frosted glass
Glass, Teak
Mid Century Modern Ceiling Light by Rispal in Teak and Opaline Glass - brass
Located in Antwerp, BE
Opalescent Globe Ceiling Lamp, 1950s-1960s Scandinavian style 1950s cascade pendant chandelier
Brass
Unavailable|$7,693
Large Brass Midcentury Scandinavian Style Chandelier, Italy 1950s
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Large Scandinavian style midcentury brass chandelier or ceiling lamp with 8 light. Brass ,madera
Brass
Mid-Century Scandinavian Sweden Modern Brass and Opaline Chandelier Kaiser Style
By Stilnovo, Kaiser Leuchten, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Escalona, Toledo
. Similar in style to Kaiser's brass chandeliers, it has a characteristic delicacy and elegance. The
Brass
Unavailable|$475
Le Klint Style Scandinavian Pendant Light
By Le Klint
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Interesting pendant light in the style of Le Klint. Unmarked.
Plastic
Scandinavian Large Pendant with Bohemian Amber Medallions, 1960s Fagerlund Style
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Malmo, SE
A large Scandinavian pendant with bohemian amber medallions, 1960s. Possibly by Carl Fagerlund
Cut Steel, Stainless Steel
Unavailable|$650 / item
Italian Handmade Ceiling Lamp in Scandinavian Minimalist Style with Natural Moss
By Isacco Brioschi
Located in Cavenago Di Brianza, Milan
This Scandinavian Minimalist ceiling lamp plays with the Northern charm of moss. We wanted to bring
Aluminum, Steel
Unavailable|$3,550
Orrefors 1940s Venetian Style Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund
By Fritz Kurz, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Alvesta, SE
Wonderful ceiling lamp with leaves and flowers made of handblown glass. Manufactured by Orrefors by designer Carl Fagerlund or perheps Fritz Kurz.
Glass, Blown Glass
Modern Scandinavian Light in Copper from the 1950s, Fog & Morup, Lyfa Style
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Vejle, DK
Modern Scandinavian light in copper from the 1950s.
Copper
Danish Mid-century Modern Chandelier in Brass 1950s in the Style of Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell, Th. Valentiner
Located in Vordingborg, DK
Mid-Century Modern counter weight brass chandelier with adjustable height designed by Danish Th
Brass
Unavailable|$177
Vilhelm Lauritzen Styled Pendant Lamp
By Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in Valby, DK
Lovely pendant lamp in the style of Vilhelm Lauritzen.
Aluminum
Unavailable|$460
White Dome Cinema Style Pendant
Located in Vancouver, BC
Originally designed to be a cinema floor lamp, this large white dome pendant features a diffuser to reflect light back into the dome creating a DIM mood light. Unique piece which wou...
Unavailable|$917 / set
Danish Modern Pendants in the Style of Verner Panton, 1960s
By Verner Panton
Located in Vordingborg, DK
Danish Modern pendant lamps with details in rosewood in the style of Verner Panton from the 1960s
Aluminum
Scandinavian Brass Chandelier in Paavo Tynell Style, Early 1900s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Spectacular Mid-20th century scandinavian pendant six-light chandelier. Rare model with brass frame
Brass
Midcentury Metal Scandinavian pair of Chandeliers Paavo Tynell Style 1960s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Palermo, IT
Pair of Midcentury Metal Scandinavian Chandeliers after Paavo Tynell Pair of interesting
Metal
Sold|$1,800
Scandinavian Pendant in Orrefors Style
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant in Orrefors style, produced by Hyval, Finland, circa 1960s. Textured clear glass with
Mid-Century Modern wood and glass Chandelier by Rispal 1960s, Scandinavian style
By Jean Rispal
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern teak wood and milk glass pendants chandelier. By Rispal, France, 1960s The
Opaline Glass, Teak
Scandinavian Suspension, Louis Poulsen Style, 1970s
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Danish pendant in the style of Louis Poulsen. E24 bulb. Excellent condition.
Sheet Metal
Scandinavian Style Hanging Lamp in Wood and Plastic
Located in Premariacco, IT
Particular 70s wooden chandelier with plastic and fabric ceiling light. Simple, linear and elegant
Fabric, Plastic, Wood
Scandinavian Pendant in Style of H.A. Jakobsson
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Scandinavian Pendant in the style of H.A. Jakobsson. Polished brass with perforated decorations
Midcentury Pendant Brass and Glass Scandinavian in Style of Hans Age Jakobsson
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
little scandinavian chandelier with glass.
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.