Alabaster Light Fixture
Sold|$6,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Custom designed for a 19th century interior at the dawn of electrical light, this strikingly veined
Sold|$6,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Custom designed for a 19th century interior at the dawn of electrical light, this strikingly veined
Sold|$7,500
Orrefors Light Fixture
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
stem of solid brass, with matching canopy and finial, this large light currently hangs at a 20" overall
Sold|$4,950
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Smoothly curving inward, each piece of this set displays varying degrees of mineral veining. Matching alabaster canopies included.
Sold|$5,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Creamy white stone interspersed with dramatic charcoal and black mineral veining
Sold|$5,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Suspended on three electrified ropes in the original design with dramatically swirling mineral veining and matching alabaster canopy.
Sold|$3,950
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A uniquely colored alabaster, simple in form, designed to highlight the natural citrus and peach tones, with some charcoal mineral veining
Sold|$3,950
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A tortoise-toned stone, replete with striking mineral veining and fossils, of a classical design with protruding rim and matching canopy
Sold|$6,200
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Unusual terra-cotta and white alabaster, with an inward-curving rim, double-banding at median, with matching canopy.
Sold|$4,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
The simple upper rim plays second fiddle to the intricate pattern of natural, brown mineral veining scattered evenly throughout the stone.
Sold|$2,450
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
. Recently rewired, this light holds 2 X 25 watt incandescent bulbs, one 60 watt incandescent bulb or any
Alabaster
Sold|$3,250
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
The perfect shape and the perfect size for a tight spot! This cream colored alabaster light with
Alabaster
Sold|$4,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A smooth, inwardly curving light with whimsical charcoal mineral veining and matching canopy.
Alabaster
Sold|$9,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
An eternal design, this pure white disc with double bands of full, rounded beading hangs suspended on four electrified ropes, from a perfectly matching beaded alabaster canopy.
Sold|$5,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Carved from unusual, veined, multi-toned alabaster, with a matching alabaster canopy, the light has
Alabaster
Sold|$10,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Carved from a single piece of white alabaster, the light features an Art Deco design, reminiscent
Alabaster
Sold|$6,250
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A richly carved pendant, whose classic design reflects the late 19th century aesthetic which immediately preceded electricity. Design details include fanciful beading with a dominan...
Alabaster
Sold|$4,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
The Sam design as the previous piece, from the same residence, this classic piece is smaller, with a 17" diameter. Recently rewired, the piece holds three 40 watt or equivalent LED ...
Alabaster
Sold|$1,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A carved, deeply veined piece, which has been wired to be flush mounted. Holds three 40 watt candelabra bulbs.
Alabaster
Sold|$6,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Cloud-like puffs of brown mineral veins blow across the pearly surface, adding interest to its calm exterior. Recently rewired to hold four 75 watt bulbs.
Alabaster
Sold|$6,250
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
The stunning colors and veining of this alabaster are properly displayed with this simple, yet crisp design. Hard edged, yet softly rounded, the stone defers to its glowing aura. ...
Alabaster
Sold|$6,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical in design, this naturally multi-toned alabaster was carved for a nineteenth century interior, retrofitted for electricity in the early 1900s. Originally suspended on ele...
Alabaster
Sold|$6,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Carved from a single piece of alabaster with faint mineral veining, the piece was carved to reflect the late nineteenth century interiors of older homes retrofitted for electricity w...
Alabaster
Sold|$7,500
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Deep, carved, amber toned alabaster, adorned with a large floral medallion, brass hardware, and canopy of matching stone Custom rewiring to your specified drop is included in purc...
Alabaster
Sold|$4,250
Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A symmetrical design, featuring a bronze-rimmed, white, veined alabaster bowl, with four bronze arms and matching alabaster cups. Each cup holds one 25 watt bulb; the bowl holds a 40...
Alabaster
Sold|$5,500
Art Deco Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Swedish Art Deco chandelier in brushed nickel and frosted glass.
Glass
Molded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Swedish molded glass light fixture. 10" drop & 15" diameter. Available at our showroom at 241 East
Moderne Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940 Swedish glass light fixture, clear glass, interior lights.
Sold|$8,500
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A lively Art Deco fixture carved from an apricot toned alabaster stone with matching alabaster
Alabaster
Molded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Swedish molded glass light fixture with interior lights. Available at our showroom
Molded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's Swedish molded glass light fixture with interior lights -(drop could be shortened to
Glass
Sold|$5,200
Molded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Swedish, 1950s flush mounted light fixture with interior lights. Measurements: Diameter 20.5", drop
Art Glass
Alabaster Globe Light Fixture with Greek Key Banding, Sweden, 1930
Located in New York, NY
Carved from a single block of alabaster stone, adorned with a Greek key band. Features a matching canopy, and currently mounts one 75W max LED bulb. Rewiring to your specificied drop...
Alabaster
Sold|$6,750
Orrefors Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Ceiling hugging light fixture of 12 grooved and crenelated glass pieces radiating from a central
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Wood Wall Sconce Light Fixture, 1960s Sweden
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a lovely light fixture sconce, with a sculptural flower head attached to
Wood
Sold|$3,950
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Simple, clean lines define this masculine fixture, whose only adornment is its strong charcoal
Sold|$3,250
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A petite light with a carved band below the outwardly curving rim, and matching canopy. Uniquely
Sold|$10,500
Stormy Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
but is of a decidedly different temperament. This light fixture graced the main gallery of a Swedish
Alabaster
Sold|$3,750
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Relatively wide yet shallow, this light fixture is suitable for any area with height restrictions
Sold|$7,500
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Suspended on four electrified ropes, this sleek, elliptical light fixture exudes a golden glow when
Sold|$4,950
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Crafted of unusual terra-cotta toned alabaster with matching canopy, this "tasteful" light fixture
Sold|$7,500
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Suspended on four electrified ropes, this large fixture enjoys a deeply carved convex rim of
Sold|$7,500
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A deep piece, this fixture features a garden of acanthus leaves: along the edges, the center
Sold|$6,250
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Carved from creamy white, un-veined alabaster and suspended on three electrified ropes, the fixture
Sold|$6,500
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
An unusual Art Deco fixture of white alabaster with minimal veining, holding three 60 watt (or
Sold|$5,500
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A distinctive light fixture with a deep convex rim, and dramatic charcoal mineral veining. Flower
Sold|$2,450
Art Deco Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A handsome, masculine fixture, featuring a simple frosted glass bowl with a squared edge in a café
Sold|$7,500
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A period fixture with neoclassic ambitions, the fixture was custom carved for a nineteenth century
Alabaster
Sold|$1,250
Danish Modern Light Fixture
By Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
One of Poul Henningsen's designs for Louis Poulsen, this matt white-enameled aluminum light fixture
Aluminum
Sold|$3,450
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
An amphora shaped fixture, carved of unveined, off-white alabaster, this fixture hides one 100 watt
Sold|$3,950
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
The soft, citrus-toned alabaster fixture and canopy, set a serene mood in this warm, graceful
Sold|$2,950
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
An interesting shallow fixture with a sleekly curving upper edge and distinct mineral veining and
Sold|$6,500
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A classical design which reflects the late nineteenth century aesthetic, this fixture features
Sold|$4,500
Alabaster Urn Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
An unusual "amphora" shaped light fixture, ivory in tone, with gentle mineral veining, suspended on
Alabaster
Sold|$3,500
Alabaster Amphora Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A vintage light fixture fashioned from sandy Egyptian alabaster. This sophisticated amphora shaped
Alabaster
Sold|$9,250
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A large fixture, carved from a single piece of lightly veined alabaster and suspended on four
Sold|$3,750
An Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
-edge. Suspended on three electrified ropes from a matching canopy, the fixture holds three 40 watt
Mid-Century Swedish Glass Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Circa late 1940’s Swedish molded glass light fixture with center rod. 4 candelabra lights
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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