Murano Sputnik Flowers, 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Murano glass chandelier with glass flowers. Gold bath frame, some small signs of time that
Vintage 1980s Chandeliers and Pendants
Art Glass
Murano Sputnik Flowers, 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Murano glass chandelier with glass flowers. Gold bath frame, some small signs of time that
Art Glass
Wall Lamp Sputnik Flowers, Murano Glass, Italy, 1970
By Mazzega
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb and rare sputnik wall lamp designed and produced by murano mazzega in italy in the 1970s
Crystal
Murano Multicolor Sputnik Flowers Chandelier by Mazzega, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Roma, IT
European E14 sockets. Composed of 15 flowers with one light each. Measurements: height 125 centimeters
Murano Glass
Space Age Large "Sputnik" Flower Chandelier by VeArt, Italy, Circa 1970
By VeArt, Paolo Venini
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Mid-Century Modern large and beautiful "Sputnik" style chandelier, manufactured in chrome hardware
Murano Glass
Amber Murano Sputnik Flower Flush Mount Iridescent Glass & Brass, Sische 1960
By Sische, Venini
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant ceiling fixture or wall sconce with six iridescent amber Murano glass flowers on a golden
Brass
MidCentury Sputnik Flower Ceiling Flush Mount, Amber Murano Glass, Sische, 1960s
By Sische
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very rare type - Nice style of lighting - Marked by label - Very representative.
Brass
Wonderful Pair Mid-Century Modern Murano Venetian Glass Flower Sconces Fixtures
By Venini
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Venetian Sputnik Flower Sconces Or Can Be
Nickel
Striking Murano Glass Flower Sputnik Chandelier by P. Venini VeArt Italy 1960s
By VeArt
Located in Rome, IT
Sputnik Flower Murano glass chandelier by Paolo Venini for VeArt, Italy. Covered in molded ice
Blown Glass
Large Murano chandelier Flower Sputnik by Paolo Venini for VeArt, Italy, 1960s
By VeArt, Paolo Venini
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Sputnik Flower Murano glass chandelier by Paolo Venini for VeArt, Italy, 1960s. VeArt is an Italian
Murano Glass
Important "Sputnik" chandelier with glass flowers
Located in Paris, FR
Important brass and glass “sputnik” chandelier. A brass sphere supports numerous brass spokes on
Brass
$3,800 / item
Mid-Century Glass Flower Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Sputnik chandelier with stylized glass flower elements on a brushed nickel frame
Glass
Modern Flowers Sputnik Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Large contemporary Sputnik chandelier composed of precious hand blown Murano flowers art glasses
Blown 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
Murano Glass
$2,298 / item
Stunning Sputnik Chandelier with Crystal Flowers
By Preciosa
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with brass arms and glass daisy flowers on the ends. Fitted with six E14 sockets up to
Brass
Flowers Sputnik Amazing Modern Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Large contemporary Sputnik chandelier composed of precious hand blown Murano flowers art glasses
Blown Glass
$10,200 / item
Elegant Murano Glass Flower Sputnik-Style Chandelier
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Hand-crafted Murano clear and white glass lotus flower chandelier with polished nickel body and
Nickel
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
Chrome
Fantastic Sputnik White Murano Glass Flowers Chandelier, 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Murano glass chandelier with glass flowers. The chandelier has 10 light points with E14
Murano Glass
Pair of Modern Flowers Sputnik Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Large contemporary Sputnik chandelier composed of precious hand blown Murano flowers art glasses
Blown Glass
Large Mid-Century Sputnik Chandelier with Flower Insets
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Italian Mid-Century Sputnik chandelier with handblown clear glass calla lilies
Metal
Vintage Sputnik Italian crystal chandelier - 12 mulicolored flowers
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Sputnik space age Italian Murano vintage crystal chandelier made by 12 multicoored glass flowes in
Art Glass
VEB Sputnik 'Dandelion' Chandelier Glass Flowers & Brass, Germany 1960
By VEB Leuchten, VEB Hermann Haack
Located in Morazzone, Varese
VEB Sputnik 'Dandelion' Chandelier Glass Flowers & Brass, Germany 1960 Elegant Sputnik 'Dandelion
Brass
Flower Bulb Murano Glass Brass Sputnik by Simon & Schelle, 1970
By Sische
Located in Rijssen, NL
Flower bulb Sputnik chandelier. Very nice looking gold colored ceiling light of average size. This
Metal, Brass
Sputnik Brass and Glass Flower Dandelion Chandelier, Germany 1960
By VEB Leuchten
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Glass Sputnik Light. Made in Germany in the 1960's. Each piece of glass is connected to
Brass
1960 Germany VEB Sputnik 'Dandelion' Chandelier Glass Flowers & Brass
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant sputnik 'dandelion' chandelier with 52 glass flowers on a brass frame designed by Workshops
Brass
Extra Large Sputnik Chandelier in Brass and Clear Crystal Flowers
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This spectacular sputnik looks like a sunburst explosion.It features a multitude of brass rods of
Murano Glass
Contemporary Brass Sputnik Chandelier Flowers Murano Glass White Cup, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Brass sputnik chandelier ceiling pendant light lamp with white Murano glass cup and a lot of Murano
Brass
Contemporary Italian Brass & Satin White Murano Glass Flower Sputnik Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
An elegant Sputnik flush mount, valued for its size and sophistication, entirely handcrafted in
Brass
Contemporary Italian Brass & Satin White Murano Glass Flower Sputnik Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
An elegant Sputnik flush mount, valued for its size and sophistication, entirely handcrafted in
Brass
Mid-century Flower Design Pair of Sputnik Sconces, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century Flower Design Pair of Sputnik Sconces, 1950s, Germany Very elegant and Minimalist wall
Metal, Brass
Contemporary Italian Brass & Satin White Murano Glass Flower Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A very elegant sputnik chandelier, entirely hand made in Italy, with a round design showing
Brass
Sputnik Chandelier with Iridescent Murano Glass Flowers and Brass Frame
Located in Venezia, IT
Vintage Sputnik Chandelier with Iridescent Murano Glass Flowers and Brass Frame. Additional
Brass
Contemporary Italian Brass & Satin White Murano Glass Flower Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A very elegant sputnik chandelier, entirely hand made in Italy, with a round design showing
Brass
Contemporary Italian Custom Brass and Glass Flower Organic Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
-Century Modern style like a dandelion, with many brass stylized flowers having a clear glass core
Brass
Extra Large Size 20 Light Murano Sputnik White Flowers, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Extra large vintage Murano glass chandelier, rich with white Murano glass flowers. Gold bath mount
Murano Glass
Starburst Sputnik Chandelier with Brass Frame and Flower Shaped Glass, 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Starburst sputnik chandelier from the 1980s with a brass frame and rose flower shaped clear glass.
Brass
One of Two Elegant Murano Glass Flower Sputnik-Style Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Hand-crafted Murano clear and white glass lotus flower chandelier with polished brass body and
Brass
Italian Vinage Twelve-Arm Murano Glass Flower Sputnik Pendant Chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful vintage Mazzega-Murano chandelier with twelve large blown glass flowers. Italy, 1960s
Brass, Chrome
Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Style Flower Chandelier, Round, Chrome
Located in Manhasset, NY
Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Style Flower Chandelier, Round, Chrome Chromed
Aluminum, Brass
4-armed Flower Design Brass Sputnik Pair of Sconces, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
4-armed Flower Design Brass Sputnik Pair of Sconces, 1950s, Germany Probably Manufactured for a
Metal, Brass
Flower Design Brass and Glass 3-armed Sputnik Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Flower Design Brass and Glass 3-armed Sputnik Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany Sculptural very elegant
Metal, Brass
Space Age Chrome and Murano Glass Flowers Sputnik Lamp, 1970s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Fully functional. Eight E14 sockets. Works with 220V and 110V. Wiring is suitable for all countries.
Chrome
3 Armed White & Brown Flower Design Sputnik Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Germany
By Arredoluce
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-Century Modern 3 armed white & brown flower design sputnik flush mount or ceiling lamp, 1950s
Metal
Murano Sputnik White Flowers Art Glass Midcentury Chandelier and Pendants, 1980
Located in Roma, Lazio
Large glass flowers make up this Murano chandelier with a very particular design. A classic Sputnik
Brass
Contemporary Italian White Murano Glass and Brass Sputnik Bud Flower Chandelier
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
elements in the shape of opening flower buds in blown Murano Art Glass have a streaked white color that
Brass
Modernist Italian Murano Flower Bouquet Art Glass Gilt Brass Sputnik Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Coimbra, PT
Vintage midcentury Italian Murano flower bouquet in the style of Venini. Art-glass with hand blown
Brass
Modernist Italian Murano Flower Bouquet Art Glass Gilt Brass Sputnik Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Coimbra, PT
Vintage midcentury Italian Murano flower bouquet in the style of Venini. Art-glass with hand blown
Brass
Modernist Italian Murano Flower Bouquet Art Glass Gilt Brass Sputnik Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Coimbra, PT
Vintage midcentury Italian Murano flower bouquet attributed to Venini. Art-glass with hand blown
Brass
Italian Murano flower glass and chrome sputnik in Venini style. 1970s
Located in Catania, CT
Very good vintage condition with normal trace of age and use for this Murano glass element chandelier in the manner of Venini. No chips or cracks. Produced in Italy during the 70s. F...
Chrome
Sputnik Chrome and Glass Flowers Chandelier by Paolo Venini for VeArt 1960s
By Paolo Venini, VeArt
Located in Antwerp, BE
A 1960s Sputnik by Paolo Venini for VeArt Italian Murano glass flowers shaped chandelier, with
Chrome
Handsome Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Flowers Sputnik Pendant Light by Venini
By Venini
Located in Lisse, NL
Marvelous Mid-Century Modern, stunning design, chrome & glass flowers fixture. This
Chrome
Murano Sputnik Chandelier - Italy-
By AVMazzega
Located in The Hague, NL
Breathtaking flower sputnik chandelier in the style of Mazzega. Sumptuous and chic. In a very good
Chrome
Sputnik Murano Chandelier Glass & Brass by Venini attr. 1960s
By Venini
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant sputnik chandelier with Murano glass flowers on a golden brass frame. Chandelier
Brass
Modernist Dandelion 10-Light Sputnik Chandelier Glass & Chrome, 1960s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant sputnik chandelier with dandelion glass flowers on a chromed brass frame. Chandelier
Chrome, Brass
Emil Stejnar Snowflake Chandelier, Sputnik Snowball Chandelier for Nikoll 50 cm
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This spectacular Sputnik Chandelier looks like a flowers explosion.It features a multitude of brass
Brass
Emil Stejnar Snowflake Chandelier, Sputnik Snowball Chandelier for Nikoll 60 cm
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This spectacular Sputnik Chandelier looks like a flowers explosion.It features a multitude of brass
Brass
Emil Stejnar Dandelion Chandelier, 45 cm Sputnik Snowball Chandelier for Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This spectacular Sputnik Chandelier looks like a flowers explosion.It features a multitude of brass
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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