Fantastic Murano sputnik Toni Zuccheri Stile
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
This elegant chandelier stands out for its sophisticated radial design. With a total height of 120 cm (including chain) and a diameter of 70 cm, it is an ideal statement piece for la...
Art Glass
French Opaline Glass Sputnik Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A French circa 1960s star shaped opaline glass Sputnik light fixture with 20-light. Measurements: Diameter 28" Minimum drop 30".
Opaline Glass
Spectacular Murano Sputnik White Flowers, 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Murano glass chandelier with glass flowers. Gold bath frame, some small signs of time that gives authenticity and charm. The chandelier has 10 light points with E14 socket. T...
Murano Glass
Sputnik Pendant Light by Kamenicky Senov
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Gloucester, GB
Sputnik pendant light by Kamenicky Senov - Brass body - 9 glass balls - Takes E14 screw fit bulbs - Comes with low energy LED bulbs included - Re wired with modern electrical ...
Brass
Large Brass Sputnik with Black Tips
By Fedele Papagni
Located in Red Lion, PA
Large scale Italian light fixture reminiscent of an exploding star with black tips. Brass rods--both lit (34 candelabra bulbs) and speared--shoot out of a brass core. High-quality, h...
Brass
Large Brass Sputnik with White Tips
By Fedele Papagni
Located in Red Lion, PA
Large scale Italian light fixture reminiscent of an exploding star with white tips. Brass rods--both lit (34 candelabra bulbs) and speared--shoot out of a brass core. High-quality, h...
Brass
$1,895Sale Price|52% Off
1950s Large 26 Arms Brass Sputnik, USA
By Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Genuine 1950s Sputnik with a bold personality and a lot of presence. 26 arms of different lenght create this chandelier burst in all direction.
Brass
Chrome "Sputnik" Pendant by Cosack (Model 3337)
By Gebrüder Cosack
Located in Mortsel, BE
This playful "Sputnik" or "Atomic" pendant light was produced by the German manufacturer Cosack Leuchten in the 1970s (Model 3337). The lamp features a futuristic, organic shape remi...
Metal
Large Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Ceiling Lamp
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970. We offer this Large Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Ceiling Lamp. present great vintage patina.
Metal, Chrome
Chrome Pendant Sputnik by Drupol, 1970s
By Drupol
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s, Czechoslovakia - Maker: Drupol - Chrome verry good - 9-flamming - Marked.
Chrome
$4,000 / item
Oro Sputnik Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian sputnik flush mount with Murano glasses hand blown into three points using Triedri technique and infused with gold flecks, mounted on gold finish metal frame / Designed by Fa...
Murano Glass
Design Midcentury Brass Pendant, Sputnik, 1970s
By Drupol
Located in Praha, CZ
- Maker: Drupol, - 1970s, Czechoslovakia - The rod can be shortened - New high-quality.
Brass
$1,085Sale Price|20% Off
Beautiful Space Age Sputnik, Dandelion, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Germany, 1960s - Made of plastic - Original good condition.
Plastic
$2,849 / set
Pair of Emil Stejnar Sputnik Lamps, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Spectacular set of two beautiful mid-century Sputnik lamps. Design by famed Austrian architect Emil Stejnar.
Metal, Chrome
Sputnik Pendant Lamp attr. to Kaiser Leuchten, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Golden aluminium chandelier lamp attr. to Kaiser Leuchten, and realized in 1970s. 9 frosted glass globe shades with lights. The white satin-frosted globes feature a delicate textur...
Aluminum
$7,431Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Murano Glass Disco Sputnik Pendant Light
Located in London, GB
A stunning Italian round Sputnik Pendant Light; featuring clear Murano glass discs with white glass centers, hand-blown using the Pulegoso technique. This eye-catching and unique pi...
Murano Glass
Glamorous Modern Italian Murano Glass Sputnik Fixture
Located in Rome, IT
This large midcentury style chandelier with a stunning hand blown 'lattimo' opalescent Murano glass spikes. Nickel frame with 20 E 14-light bulbs. Voltage: 110-150v,220-240v Wiring:...
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Brass Sputnik Ceiling Light
Located in London, GB
Mid-20th Century Italian Brass Sputnik Ceiling Light An authentic and stylish mid-20th century brass Sputnik ceiling chandelier, originating from Italy and dating to circa 1970.
Brass
$5,800 / item
Custom Macomber Modern Brass Sputnik Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
The Macomber Sputnik-style light fixture. USA, new production. Features six horizontal arms and four downward arms. Polished brass. This is a custom item; available ready made in dim...
Brass
Vintage Chrome Sputnik by Reggiani, Italy 1970s
By Reggiani
Located in Catania, CT
Very good vintage condition for this chandelier designed by Reggiani and produced in Italy during the 70s. Some trace of age and use. Full working with EU standard, adaptable on dema...
Chrome
Glamorous Modern Italian Murano Glass Sputnik Fixture
Located in Rome, IT
This large midcentury style chandelier with a stunning hand blown 'lattimo' opalescent Murano glass spikes. Nickel frame with 20 E 14-light bulbs.
Blown Glass
Venini, vintage 35 glass flowers sputnik from 70s
By Venini
Located in Catania, CT
Midcentury Italian glass sputnik produced in the manner of Venini during the 70s. Good vintage condition with normal trace of age and use. Some lack of chrome on the chromed brass of...
Chrome
Mid-Century Copper Sputnik Ceiling Lamp, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant Mid-Century copper Sputnik ceiling lamp from Italy, dating back to the 1960s, is a striking example of modernist design from the post-war era. Characterized by its sleek...
Metal, Brass, Copper
Sputnik orange Pendant Light, Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik pendant light made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979.
Opal, Metal
BIG Beautiful Space Age Sputnik, Dandelion, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Praha, CZ
- Germany, 1960s - Made of plastic - Original good condition jr
Plastic
Sputnik Green Pendant Light, Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik pendant light made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979.
Opal, 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
Sputnik Green Pendant Light, Opal Glass, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Sputnik pendant light made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970-1979.
Opal, Metal
Emil Stejnar, Chrome and Glass Sputnik from 70s
By Kalmar Lighting, Emil Stejnar
Located in Catania, CT
Good vintage condition for this chrome and lacquer sputnik designed by Emil Stejnar and produced from Kalmar during the 70s.
Chrome
Vintage Italian Chrome Sputnik by Sciolari, circa 1970s
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian chrome sputnik with curved and minuscule sphere details. Designed by Sciolari, made in Italy, c. 1970's Dimensions: 26"H x 18"D (including rod & canopy)
Chrome
$2,621 / item
Solid Bronze Midcentury Ceiling Sputnik Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
A very great form language. Beautifully elaborated flowers, very harmonious in overall appearance. Very good quality. Fully functional. Each with an eight E14 sockets. Works with 2...
Bronze
Large Sputnik Ceiling Light, Brass and Metal, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Large sputnik ceiling light, brass and metal, 1960s.
Metal
Space Age Midcentury Chrome Pendant, Sputnik, 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1980s - The rod can be shortened - New bulbs, new electricity.
Chrome
Mid Century Sputnik Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Mid Century Sputnik Pendant Light by Doria with glass pieces, Germany, 1970s Good condition, with Small signs of age and use. Sockets: 11 x E14 small bulbs. Max 40 W each. Light bul...
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern multicolored 6-armed brass sputnik lamp, 1950s
By Arteluce
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern multicolored 6-armed brass sputnik lamp, 1950s With nice original midcentury patina. Little since of usage. Rare and elegant midcentury Sputnik lamp, 1950s. The...
Metal, Brass
Pendant light Sputnik in Murano glass, Italy 1970s style.
Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE
Pendant light Sputnik style with chrome-plated metal frame and blown crystal spokes in two different lengths 1970s style, Italy years 2010s. Doesn't include light bulb. Produ...
Metal
$5,625Sale Price|25% Off
1950’s Italian 24 Light Botanical Bouquet Sputnik
By Arredoluce, Oscar Torlasco
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE Monumental Italian 1950's botanical bouquet form chandelier with 24 lights at the ends of 24 curved brass tubular arms. Rewired. Original brass and porcelain E14 cande...
Aluminum, 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
Lovely Mid-Century Modern 6-Armed Brass Sputnik Lamp, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Mid-Century Modern 6-Armed Brass Sputnik Lamp, 1950s Rare and elegant midcentury ceiling lamp, 1950s. Executed in glass, brass and metal. The lamp is executed with 6x E14 Ed...
Metal, Brass
1970 Cosack Sputnik Space Age Germany design Ceiling Lamp
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Brescia, IT
Sputnik Ceiling Lamp Germany, 1970 Scenografic Space Age Ceiling Lamp Chrome Metal 10 lights Very Good Condiction Perfect Working Order
Metal, Chrome
Lovely Mid-Century Modern 4-Armed Brass Sputnik Lamp, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Mid-Century Modern 4-Armed Brass Sputnik Lamp, 1950s Rare and elegant midcentury ceiling lamp, 1950s. Executed in glass, brass and metal. The lamp is executed with 4x E14 Ed...
Metal, Brass
Italian-designed "Sputnik" Ceiling Lamp with Agate Stone Sections and Brass
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian-designed ceiling chandelier with natural agate slices and brass A stunning Italian-designed ceiling chandelier, crafted from brass and embellished with genuine natural agate...
Agate, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Ceiling Light, Adjustable Height, Europe
Located in Bochum, NRW
Exceptional ceiling light in midcentury style, Sputnik shaped, 6 E14 light bulbs, black painted, adjustable height. In excellent used functioning condition. Dimensions: Diameter 50 ...
Metal
Mid-Century Brass Sputnik Ceiling Lamp, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This vintage ceiling lamp from the 1960s showcases the refined elegance of Italian mid-century design. Crafted from solid brass, the lamp features a tapered conical shade with a beau...
Metal, Brass
Sputnik Chandelier with 30 clear glass prisms, 75 cm
Located in Guazzora, IT
Italian Sputnik chandelier with 30 clear glass prisms, offered by Justfurnituress. The radial composition evokes the Space Age aesthetic and Mid-Century design: the prisms radiate fr...
Brass, Metal
Clear Murano Glass Spike Sputnik with Interior Brass Spheres
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Clear Murano glass spike Sputnik with interior brass spheres. Currently out of stock but available for custom order in different sizes, finishes, and glass color combinations. Pleas...
Brass
Large Midcentury Brass Pendant Sputnik Lamp, Germany, 1970s
By WKR Leuchten
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Large pendant lamp designed and manufactured by WKR Leuchten GmbH in Germany. You need eighteen E14 bulbs.
Brass
Large Midcentury Brass Pendant Sputnik Lamp, Germany, 1970s
By WKR Leuchten
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Large pendant lamp designed and manufactured by WKR Leuchten GmbH in Germany. You need eighteen E14 Bulbs.
Brass
$2,350Sale Price|20% Off
Huge Sputnik Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Doria
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful huge bubble glass pendant lamp with brass details inside the glass. Sticker still on glass. Measures: 4 x model A / E27 bulbs. To be on the the safe side, the lamp should b...
Brass
1960s Sputnik from the Czech Republic with Colored Sockets
Located in Vienna, Austria
Sputnik from the 1960s, made in the Czech Republic. This three armed Sputnik has 3 colored ceramic sockets in red, yellow and black. The body is made of steel with a cream colour as...
Metal
Large 9-arm Mid-Century Modern brass Sputnik ceiling lamp
Located in München, DE
Beautiful, large Mid-Century Modern brass Sputnik ceiling lamp with 9 arms, in good original condition. Made in Germany. Stunning minimalist design with brass arms that curve downwar...
Metal, Brass
Vintage Five Shades Sputnik Cascade Lamp, 1970's
Located in Lisboa, PT
This chromed metal cascade lamp was designed and produced in Portugal during the 1970's. It features five balls in chromed metal in different sizes, that gives an indirect light when...
Metal, Chrome
Mid Century Sputnik Pendant Light By Sciolari Circa 1960s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Gloucester, GB
Mid Century Sputnik Pendant Light By Sciolari Circa 1960s - Chrome plated brass arms - Takes 6x E14 bulbs - By Gaetano Sciolari - Italian ~ 1960s - 40cm wide x 40cm tall - 145cm fro...
Chrome
Mid Century Sputnik Pendant Light By Sciolari Circa 1960s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Gloucester, GB
Mid Century Sputnik Pendant Light By Sciolari Circa 1960s - Chrome plated brass arms - Takes 6x E14 bulbs - By Gaetano Sciolari - Italian ~ 1960s - 40cm wide x 40cm tall - 145cm fro...
Chrome
Space Age Midcentury Brass Pendant, Sputnik / Atom, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s - The rod can be shortened - very good original condition jt.
Brass
Cut-Glass Sputnik in Fontana Arte Style, 1960s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Budapest, HU
Built around a chrome frame with 76 thick chiseled crystal glass segments. Each glass is worked "hammered," this is not imperfections but just the characteristic of this process.
Metal
Modernist Sputnik Hanging Light by Cosack Lights, Germany, 1960s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Sputnik hanging light Producer: Cosack lights, Germany Origin: Germany Age: 1960s Description: This 1960s, hanging light was made ...
Metal
$1,181Sale Price|52% Off
Modernist Chrome Sputnik Hanging Light, Cosack Lights, 1970s, Germany
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Sputnik hanging light Producer: Cosack Lights, Germany Origin: Germany Age: 1970s This 1970s hanging light was designed and made in Germa...
Metal
Space Age Sputnik Half-Globe Pendant Lamp, 1970’s
Located in Lisboa, PT
This pendant lamp was designed and produced in Germany during the 1970's. The half-globe is made of a transparent acrylic and inside a chromed metal part with 3 chrome plated E27 fit...
Metal, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern multicolored 3-armed brass sputnik lamp, 1950s
By Arteluce
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern multicolored 3-armed brass sputnik lamp, 1950s With nice original midcentury patina. Little since of usage. Rare and elegant midcentury Sputnik lamp, 1950s. The...
Metal, 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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