Large Round Schonbek Plaza Sparkling Crystal Pendant 7 tier Chandelier
By Schonbek
Located in New York City, NY
The dazzling Plaza pendant crystal chandelier designed by Schonbek exudes elegance as it is adorned
Crystal
$10,900 / item
H 65 in Dm 41.5 in
Majestic Huge Schonbek "Camelot" 2643 Crystal Gem Cut 84 Light Chandelier
By Schonbek
Located in Tustin, CA
Very elegant, finest quality, estate Schonbek Swarovski Gemcut crystal chandelier features classic
Crystal, Metal
Vintage Schonbek Quattro 49 Light 8 Tier Swarovski Crystal Chandelier 7836G
By Schonbek
Located in Dayton, OH
Schonbek Quarttro (7836G) A timeless classic contemporary design featuring 8 tiers and 49 lights
Crystal
$2,450 / item
H 17.5 in W 26 in D 26 in
Schonbek & CO. American Mid-Century Brass and Crystal 6-Arm Chandelier
By Schonbek
Located in Queens, NY
center stem and ending in crystal ball under each arm and cut crystal cups (SCHONBEK)(PRICED EACH)
Brass
$2,250
H 29 in W 26.5 in D 26.5 in
Schonbek Bagatelle 10 Light 1260-211 Crystal Chandelier 29 X 26.5 X 26.5
By Schonbek
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Schonbek Bagatelle 10 Light 1260-211 Crystal Chandelier Dimensions : 29" Tall X 26.5" Wide X 26.5
Crystal
$4,000
H 40 in W 28 in D 28 in
Schonbek 5410 Silver La Scala 15 Light Rock Crystal Chandelier 40 X 28 X 28
By Schonbek
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Schonbek 5410 Silver La Scala 15 Light Rock Crystal Chandelier 40 X 28 X 28 Dimensions : 40" Tall
Rock Crystal, Metal
$6,200
H 32.5 in W 32.5 in D 32.5 in
Schonbek Milano 12 Light Antique Silver Chandelier Ceiling Light in Heritage 32"
By Schonbek
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful vintage Schonbek Milano 12 Light Chandelier. Features a Baroque style with
Crystal, Metal
Fine Cut Crystal Venetian Style Chandelier
By Schonbek
Located in Stamford, CT
A fine cut crystal Venetian style chandelier having nine lighted arms on a central crystal column
Crystal
Fine Cut Crystal Georgian Chandelier with Large Pendants
By Schonbek
Located in Stamford, CT
Fine cut crystal Georgian chandelier with large pendants. Recently repaired. The centre cut-glass
Crystal
Small Vintage Schonbek Crystal Chandelier
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Small Vintage Schonbek Crystal chandelier. Loaded with swarovski crystals in a brass finish.
Crystal, Brass
Schonbek Crystal Chandelier from the Trilliane Collection
Located in Houston, TX
Large fourty-eight-light chandelier from the Trilliane collection with a silver finish. The
Crystal
Schonbek Louis XVI Crystal Chandelier
By Schonbek
Located in New York, NY
Louis XVI, Hollywood Regency chandelier dripping with faceted crystal chain and prisms. Chandelier
Crystal, Metal
Large, Schonbek “New Orleans” Swarovski Crystal Chandelier
By Schonbek
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Heritage Hand cut crystal. This chandelier showcases the brand’s signature blend of Old World glamour and
Crystal, Metal
Monumental German Schonbek Painted Brass and Crystal Chandelier
By Schonbek
Located in Stamford, CT
Monumental painted brass and crystal chandelier having 25 (24 arm and one interior center) lights
Crystal
Schonbek Tiara Nine-Light Chandelier
By Schonbek
Located in Pasadena, TX
A Tiara chandelier made by Schonbek. A lacy bronze umber metal framework fitted with Spectra
Crystal, Metal
Schonbek Quantum Linear Suspension Island Light
By Schonbek
Located in New York, NY
, crystal types, and styles from their Plattsburgh, NY factory. Since 1870, Schonbek has been synonymous
Crystal, Stainless Steel
Sold
H 7 in W 8 in D 26.75 in
Schonbek Rondelle 3 Light Drop Crystal Wall Sconce Chandelier Vanity Light 27"
By Schonbek
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Schonbek Rondelle two light bathbar wall sconce with clear Swarovski crystals, model 1256
Crystal, Metal
Swarovoski Crystal Sputnik Sphere Chandelier by Schonbek
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional crystal sputnik sphere chandelier comprised of over 1500 crystals.
Vintage Schonbek Crystal Chandelier
By Schonbek
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A vintage Schonbek two-tier Empire style crystal chandelier.
Crystal
Schonbek Crystal Chandelier with Fourteen Lights
Located in Houston, TX
Brilliant crystal by Schonbek in an Empire style. The crystal Is clean, clear and brilliant with a
Crystal
Schonbek Gold and Crystal 12 Branch Chandelier
By Schonbek
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a gorgeous Swarofski/Schonbek gold and crystal 12 branch chandelier. Late 20th
Crystal, Gold Plate
Magnificent Schonbek Contessa 36 Light Crystal Chandelier #4824 Gold Finish
By Schonbek
Located in Tustin, CA
finest hand-cut faceted crystal spheres. From the legendary house of Schonbek, this chandelier is an
Crystal, Metal
Sold
H 48 in W 24 in D 47 in
Schonbek 1870 x Swarovski Geometrix Matrix Multi-pendant Chandelier, Austria.
By Swarovski, Schonbek, STRAUSS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Schonbek 1870 x Swarovski Geometrix Matrix Multi-pendant Chandelier, Austria. 8 pendants as shown
Crystal, Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Sold
H 9.5 in W 7.5 in D 5.5 in
2 Schonbek Rondelle Drop Crystal Bathroom Hall Sconce Light Chandeliers
By Schonbek
Located in Dayton, OH
"Pair of vintage Schonbek Rondelle Single Light 10"" tall bathroom sconce with clear Swarovski
Crystal, Metal
Schonbek Crystal Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful, smaller Schonbek crystal chandelier, restored and rewired.
Crystal, Chrome
Louis XIV Style Multicolored Crystal Chandelier
By Schonbek
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Louis XIV style multicolored crystal chandelier by Schonbek Measure: 64.5 inches high x 40 inches
Crystal
Schonbek Swarovski Crystal Chandelier
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Schonbek Swarovski Crystal chandelier 24" diameter.
Crystal
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano hand blown studio glass chandelier, in stock All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details, rigadin technique Brass plated structure with 24 exposed brass reg...
Brass
Great 18 Palmette Shallow Flush Ceiling Mount, Murano
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
$1,800 / item
H 26 in W 18 in D 18 in
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak This Modern Cicely Counter Stool with Sheepskin Seat is beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, ...
Sheepskin, Wood, Oak
Huge Art Deco Swarovski Crystal Brass Chandelier, Austria, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A large, glamorous Hollywood-Regency style nine-light flush mount or ceiling light, Austra, 1960s. Handcrafted of Swarovski crystals and brass forming a diamond shape, six fixed tier...
Crystal, Brass
Large Swarovski Crystal Chandelier with 24 Lights
Located in Houston, TX
Majestic chandelier with three tiers of lights Swirling crystal arms adorn this magnificent piece Especially great for a large room or grand entry! Graceful scrolling arms make this ...
Crystal
Monumental Italian Murano Glass Tronchi Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
This extraordinary chandelier on 7 levels composed by 165 'Tronchi' 30 cm high glasses. Brass frame. Eighteen-light bulbs E 14. Measure: Height 175 cm without chain. Available also ...
Blown Glass
$8,923Sale Price / item|25% Off
H 37.41 in Dm 25.6 in
Brass Basket Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Beaded Crystal Lustre Lamp Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing a stunning Brass Basket Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier, an exquisite piece adorned with captivating crystals, reminiscent of the classical style of the Empire era. This is...
Crystal, Brass, Wire
19th Century Italian Empire Style Gilt Metal and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning 19th century Italian Empire style gilt metal and crystal chandelier with 6 lights. Beautiful basket shape with gorgeous crystals. Creates an elegant image!
Crystal, Metal
$68,726
H 55.12 in Dm 43.31 in
Large beautiful Baccarat and Rock Crystal Frencht chandelier with 36 light
Located in London, GB
A spectacular and large antique Baccarat French gilt bronze and rock crystal triple tier 30 bulb plus 6 pygmy bulb chandelier. Embellished with bronze bobeches, from which large rock...
Rock Crystal, Bronze
Green Quartz Chandelier Lamp by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Green Quartz chandelier lamp by Aver Dimensions: Diameter 68 x Height 75 cm Materials: Aluminum with gold leaf. Natural Quartz Crystals. Lighting: 06 x E14 Available in finishes: S...
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Aluminum
Art Nouveau Empire Crystal Chandelier Ceiling Lamp 1930s
Located in Berlin, DE
Immerse yourself in the magic of yesteryear with these exquisite hand-knotted crystal chandeliers, a blend of elegance and Art Nouveau opulence. Carefully restored in Berlin, these c...
Crystal, Brass
$10,708 / item
H 21.66 in Dm 35.44 in
21st Century Art Deco Low Plafonnier Crystal Chandelier in Gold Lustre Brass XXL
Located in Berlin, DE
The brass Plafonnier chandelier is a testament to opulence and craftsmanship. We manufacture in-house and offer the flexibility of both smaller and larger sizes to ensure the perfect...
Crystal, Brass
$10,709 / item
H 45.28 in Dm 33.86 in
French Empire Style Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
By Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
This French Empire Style Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier by Gherardo Degli Albizzi has got twenty lights and features high quality handcrafted details. Top crowns in characterized...
Crystal, Bronze
$12,034Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 59.06 in Dm 39.38 in
Crystal Chandelier Empire Sac a Pearl Palace Lamp Chateau Lustre Silver
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing a captivating blend of Art Deco charm and Empire sophistication, our lead crystal chandelier is a testament to opulence and craftsmanship. Crafted in-house, we offer the ...
Crystal, Wire
$45,470
H 110.24 in W 701.58 in D 3.94 in
Wood Paneled Room with Trompe L'oeil Library Decoration, Late 20th Century
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This piece of woodwork was made at the extreme end of the 20th century, around 1985 and comes from a Parisian mansion. It presents a grey paneled decoration enhanced with gold, comp...
Wood
Empire Form Eight-Light Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Empire chandelier, its circular frame of gilt metal, holding the opera basket bottom, finished by a ball drop, having eight S-scroll arms, each decorated with a leaf, ending i...
Crystal, Iron
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.