Wall Mounted Swing Arm Rattan Lamp
Located in Oxford, GB
Expertly crafted with organic rattan, this wall mounted swing arm lamp adds a touch of natural
2010s Philippine Colonial Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Rattan
Wall Mounted Swing Arm Rattan Lamp
Located in Oxford, GB
Expertly crafted with organic rattan, this wall mounted swing arm lamp adds a touch of natural
Rattan
$810Sale Price|20% Off
H 22.84 in W 50.4 in D 6.7 in
Black Halogen Swing Arm Ceiling Light Steinhauer Germany 1980s
By Steinhauer
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very rare Black metal Halogen ceiling light. Adjustable in many different ways. Manufactured by Steinhauer Germany 1980s. Halogen 100 watt.
Metal
$2,859
H 53.15 in Dm 39.77 in
Sirrah "Am/As" Ceiling Lamp with Chromed Swing Arm, Franco Albini, 1960s
By Adriano Albini, Sirrah
Located in Rijssen, NL
Chrome-plated ceiling lamp from 1969 with two-piece metal arm, which can sprawl and rotate around
Metal, Chrome
$3,097
H 53.15 in Dm 39.77 in
Sirrah "Am/As" Ceiling Lamp with Chromed Swing Arm, Franco Albini, 1960s
By Adriano Albini, Sirrah
Located in Rijssen, NL
Chrome-plated ceiling lamp from 1969 with two-piece metal arm, which can sprawl and rotate around
Metal, Chrome
$2,800
H 53.15 in Dm 17.72 in
Vintage Swing Arm Chrome Ceiling Lamp "AM/AS" by Franco Albini Italy, circa 1969
By Sirrah, Franca Helg, Antonio Piva and Franco Albini
Located in Geneva, CH
This well-constructed pendant lamp is part of a series named ‘AM/AS’ that included table, wall
Steel, Chrome
Swing Arm Ceiling Lamp in the Style of Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An important swing arm ceiling lamp in the style of Pierre Guariche, featuring a perforated green
Metal, Brass
Unavailable
H 31 in W 54 in D 8 in
Stilnovo Style Swing-Arm Chandelier in Silver Nickel and Red Enamel, Italy 1950s
Located in New York, NY
pendant chandelier in nickeled brass, with a moveable arm and terra cotta-colored enameled metal shade. A
Metal, Brass
1950's Swing Arm Pendant Light
Located in Montclair, NY
Wall mount swing arm pendant lamp in wood with tear drop case glass shade. American 1950's.
Wood, Glass
Danish Teak Swing Arm Red Glass Pendant Lamp by Holmegaard
By Holmegaard
Located in San Jose, CA
adjustable cord. Swing arm 24" length Offered by Mid Century Maddist
Blown Glass, Teak
Pierre Guariche Swing Arm Ceiling Fixture
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful Pierre Guariche swing arm ceiling light fixture. It has two lights (upper and lower
Brass, Metal
Swing Arm Ceiling Fixture by O.C. White
By O.C. White
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare style ceiling fixture with a pair of arms and egg shaped shades finished steel with a black patina. Drop is adjustable. Dimensions provided are fully extended.
Steel
Sold
H 20 in W 17.5 in D 44 in
French Mid-Century Modern Handrubbed Teak Swing-Arm Wall Sconce w/ Hessin Shade
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Mid-Century Modern swing arm sconce was realized in France circa 1960. It
Teak
Italian Telescopic Wall Light by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
(adjustable) arm that swings 180 degrees, pendant enameled shade adjusts also. Very flexible design.
Brass, Metal
Sold
H 13 in W 6 in D 14.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Swing Arm Pendant Lights, Milk White Glass, 1960s
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Beautiful pair of midcentury swing arm pendant lights, Denmark, 1960s, rewired.
Glass, Teak
Sold
H 13 in W 6 in D 14.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Swing Arm Pendant Lights, Milk White Glass, 1960s
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Beautiful pair of mid century swing arm pendant lights, Denmark, 1960s, rewired.
Glass, Teak
Herda 'Balance' Swing-Arm Pendant Lamp, 1980s
By Herda
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very large counterbalanced ceiling mounted swingarm halogen lamp and flagship of Dutch lighting specialists Herda's 1980s 'Balance' series of swingarm lamps. With a span of nearly 1....
Mid Century Danish Modern Wall Mount Hanging Lamp Swing Arm
Located in Baltimore, MD
, can be positioned to meet your needs. The rotating arm will also Swing Close to 180 Degrees so you can
Walnut
Sold
H 35.44 in W 15.75 in D 43.31 in
AM/AS Ceiling Lamp with Chromed Swing Arm by Franco Albini for Sirrah, 1960s
By Franca Helg, Antonio Piva and Franco Albini, Sirrah
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The AM/AS Ceiling Lamp with Chromed Swing Arm by Franco Albini for Sirrah, originating from the
Metal, Chrome
Danish Holmegaard Swing Arm Glass Pendant Lamp
By Holmegaard
Located in San Jose, CA
glass shade and includes a teak swing arm with adjustable cord. Swing arm: 23.25" length
Glass, Teak
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Wicker and Teak Swing Arm Wall Lights
Located in Rochester, NY
Matched pair of Scandinavian Modern style teak w/ brass swing arm wall mount pendant lights with
Brass
1950's Swing Arm Pendant Light
Located in Oaks, PA
Wall mount swing arm pendant lamp in wood with white case glass shade. American 1950's.
Wood, Glass
Sold
H 35 in W 101 in D 35 in
Sirrah "Am/as" Ceiling Lamp with Swing Arm Glass and Chrome Franco Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini, Sirrah
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Sirrah "Am/As" ceiling lamp with swing arm glass and chrome Franco Albini, 1960s Very good
Chrome
Sold
H 50.4 in W 17.72 in D 54.34 in
Chromed Swing Arm Ceiling Lamp by Franco Albini for Sirrah, Italy, 1969
By Franco Albini, Sirrah
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant chrome-plated ceiling lamp from 1969 with two-piece metal arm, which can sprawl and rotate
Metal
$714
H 10 in W 10 in D 5 in
J.T. Kalmar Midcentury Brass Wall Light, Sconce, Brass Pins, 1950s, Austria
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful Modernist wall sconces made by J. T. Kalmar in the 1950s. The light is made of polished brass and the lampshades are made of acrylic glass. The faceted acrylic glass provid...
Brass
'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Glendale, CA
'Floatation' Japanese paper suspension lamp for Ingo Maurer. Designed and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lighting icons since 1966. With imagination, cre...
Metal, Iron
$3,157
H 19 in Dm 9.5 in
Unique Arts & Crafts Hammered Brass & Opaline Glass Mosaic Pendant Light, 1920s
Located in Lisse, NL
NOTE. We are pleased to inform you that all shipments to the United States are free from import duties and tariffs and that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secu...
Metal, Brass, Wire
Floral Wall Lamp or Flush Light by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Ernest Palme, Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar, Palwa
Located in München, DE
Wonderful floral wall or ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with the crystal glass flowers has a very luxurious appearance and sparkles particularly beautifully. The design and th...
Metal
"Madeleine" Bow Back Walnut Chair by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
This modern solid Oak dining chair in a rich walnut finish features a unique bow-shaped back and a contoured upholstered seat. The seat is crafted for comfort and made with a woven ...
Oak
$4,003Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Magnificent Pair of Green Murano Glass Bedside Tables Made in Italy Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Magnificent Pair of Green Murano Glass Bedside Tables Made in Italy Available These exquisite Green Murano Glass Nightstands, produced for the first time in 2022, are a stunning add...
Brass
$619Sale Price|45% Off
H 10.44 in W 5.52 in D 30.32 in
DIM Ceiling Lamp by O-Luce Alluminium Metal Italy 1970s
By Vico Magistretti, Oluce
Located in Milano, IT
Ceiling lamp with reflected light, chromed metal, enamelled aluminum.
Metal, Aluminum
$2,200 / item
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Tombul 2-Drawer Nightstand with Push-to-Open Mechanism, Salmon
By Yet Design Studio
Located in Istanbul, 34
An aesthetic of honesty permeates Yet Design’s furniture, showcasing the power and beauty of simple geometric shapes. Their timeless designs combine sculptural forms, the material’s ...
Wood, Paint
Unavailable|$7,268 / item
H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Contemporary Red Side Table or Bedside Table, Sabine Marcelis Candy Cube, Large
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A contemporary design classic by the Dutch designer Sabine Marcelis. Seemingly solid objects with a magical glowing edge. The unique translucent and highly polished properties of t...
Resin
Petite LUsaucer Brass Fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sharp and elegant 12" ceiling flush mount or wall mount fixture. This fixture is a new take on the traditional concept of indirect lighting that functions to accent a room with rich ...
Brass
"Flower" sconce by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Superb "Flower" wall light in brass with sculpted and tainted Murano glasses. Creation by Studio Glustin. Can also be used as a ceiling
Brass
$5,400 / set
H 12.5 in W 6 in D 8 in
Contemporary Italian Rostrato Crystal Murano Glass & Brass Double-Lit Sconces
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Organic sculpture pair of modern crystal clear Murano glass wall lights in the Art Deco style of Barovier Toso, entirely handcrafted in Italy, with double cone shape shades providing...
Brass
$1,114 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 13.78 in
Contemporary Natural Plaster "Column" Seat/Side Table 40cm by Isabelle Beaumont
Located in Ranst, BE
A contemporary Belgian design, handcrafted in natural plaster with a textured, earthy character. The surface is stain-resistant, easy to maintain, and pleasantly soft to the touch, u...
Concrete, Cement, Composition, Limestone
Custom Made Model 54 Mohair Velvet Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design Model 54 lounge chair A custom made lounge chair developed and hand-made using the highest quality materials. The 54 chair is a contemporary update of an obscure desi...
Sheepskin, Beech
$1,114 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 13.78 in
Contemporary Natural Plaster "Column" Seat/Side Table 40cm by Isabelle Beaumont
Located in Ranst, BE
A contemporary Belgian design, handcrafted in natural plaster with a textured, earthy character. The surface is stain-resistant, easy to maintain, and pleasantly soft to the touch, u...
Cement, Composition, Limestone
$495Sale Price / item|10% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 19.69 in
Deep Green Weather-Resistant Fiberglass Outdoor Side Table
By Shewekar Elgharably
Located in Cairo, EG
Deep green weather-resistant fiberglass outdoor side table - Tanoura This cascading accent table resembles the Tanoura costume and dance of Upper Egypt. The multilayered weighted sk...
Fiberglass
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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