Swedish Mid-Century Brass & Copper Chandelier with Opaline Glass, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant Swedish three-arm chandelier from the 1950s, executed in a refined combination of brass and copper with opaline glass shades.
Brass, Copper
French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated Bronze and Ormolu chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated Bronze and Ormolu chandelier. This stunning three arm chandelier, with a patinated Bronze quiver like center, ...
Bronze, Ormolu
Vintage Italian Murano Glass Floral Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Perfectly scaled for an intimate dining nook, a primary suite, or an elegant powder room, this three-arm chandelier adds an undeniable touch of Old World glamour to any space.
Brass
Restored Mid-Century Chandelier, by Drukov, Chrome, Opaline Glass, Czech, 1970s
By Drukov
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Maker: Drukov This three-arm chandelier, produced by the Drukov company in Brno, is a striking representative of Czechoslovak design from the 1970s.
Steel, Chrome
Nemo Albini Collection Pendant Lighting AS43C in Chrome/Glass
By Franco Albini and Franca Helg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The AS43C was the result, a three-arm chandelier in chromed metal with an opal glass diffuser.
Metal
Restored Art Deco Chandelier, Chrome-Plated Steel, Marble Glass, Czech, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This three-arm chandelier is a prime example of 1920s Czechoslovak Art Deco design.
Steel, Chrome
Modernist Bau 950-507 Chandelier, Brass & Glass, Klaus Michalik, Orno 1980s
By Orno Oy, Klaus Michalik
Located in Helsinki, FI
Crafted from brass and opaline (milk) glass, this three-arm chandelier features a bold composition, with balanced up- and down-facing half-globe shades that create a refined, archite...
Metal, Brass
Restored Mid-Century Chandelier, by Drukov, Chrome, Opaline Glass, Czech, 1970s
By Drukov
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Maker: Drukov This three-arm chandelier, produced by the Drukov cooperative in Brno, is a prime example of Czechoslovak design from the 1970s.
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Nordic Modern Chandeliers, Brass & Glass, Klaus Michalik, Orno 1980s
By Orno Oy, Klaus Michalik
Located in Helsinki, FI
Crafted from brass and opaline (milk) glass, this pair of three-arm chandeliers features a bold composition, with balanced up- and down-facing half-globe shades that create a refined...
Metal, Brass
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
Three Arm Brass Chandelier by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish lighting manufacturer, Luxus gave form to some of the now iconic models that define the “Swedish mid-century style”. This brass three-light chandelier was created in this “...
Brass
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
Three Arm Solid Pine Chandelier by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish lighting manufacturer, Luxus gave form to some of the now iconic models that define the “Swedish mid-century style”. This solid pine wood, three-light chandelier was create...
Fabric, Pine, Plastic
A 20th Century Blue Three Arm Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in London, GB
Italy, circa 1940 An early twentieth century cornflower blue Murano glass chandelier of small scale, with three candle arms, terminating in a droplet finial. Height 85.00cm Widt...
Glass, Blown Glass
$1,600Sale Price / item|27% Off
Three Arm Solid Pine Chandelier by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish lighting manufacturer, Luxus gave form to some of the now iconic models that define the “Swedish mid-century style”. This solid pine wood, three-light chandelier was create...
Fabric, Plastic, Pine
Italian Adjustable Three-Arm Triennale Style Chandelier, Brass Patinated
By Stilnovo, Arteluce
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The chandelier draws inspiration from the iconic 1950s light fixtures made by the mid-century modern Italian studios. Every detail of this lamp is meticulously crafted. The arms and...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Three-Arm Brass and Leather Chandelier by Comelit, Italy, 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Three sweeping arms extend from a central hub, each terminating in a circular brass reflector that directs and softens the light. Wrapped in black natural leather, the curved structu...
Brass
1950s Sculptural Three Arm Glass Chandelier Style of Stilnovo Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Sculptural Three Arm Glass Chandelier Style Stilnovo Italy Unmarked. opaline glass brass aluminum Opaline circle diffusers with aluminum cones painted black polished brass.
Aluminum, Brass
VINTAGE ART DECO STYLE CEILiNG CHANDELIER THREE ARM PENDANT (1/2)
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London Vintage Art Deco Style Three-Arm Ceiling Chandelier A beautiful vintage Art Deco style ceiling chandelier, featuring a three-arm pendant design with elegant b...
Glass
VINTAGE ART DECO STYLE CEILiNG CHANDELIER THREE ARM PENDANT (2/2)
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London Vintage Art Deco Style Three-Arm Ceiling Chandelier A beautiful vintage Art Deco style ceiling chandelier, featuring a three-arm pendant design with elegant b...
Glass
Vintage Bronze French Empire Three-Arm Eagle Chandelier Light Fixture
Located in Toledo, OH
Gorgeous French Empire bronze chandelier with Eagle. Eagle with outspread wings sits atop three vines.
Bronze
Mid-Century Baroque Style Floral Opaline Three Arm Murano Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
This Baroque-style floral opaline with gold-infused Murano glass has three lovely scroll arms holding tulip-shaded bobeches having red rigaree trim. Rigaree trim is made by crimping...
Glass
Three Arm Brass Chandelier Green Silk Shades by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish lighting manufacturer, Luxus gave form to some of the now iconic models that define the “Swedish mid-century style”. This brass three-light chandelier was created in this “...
Brass
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
Three Arm Solid Pine Chandelier with Glass Globes, Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish lighting manufacturer, Luxus gave form to some of the now iconic models that define the “Swedish mid-century style”. This solid pine wood, three-light chandelier was create...
Blown Glass, Plastic, Pine
Mid-Century Modern Three-Arm Brass Chandelier with Faceted Glass Globes
By Kinkeldey
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Mid-Century Modern chandelier was realized in Germany, circa 1960. It features a polished brass frame consisting of three cylindrical bodies adjoined to a central stem o...
Brass
French Three-Tier 12-Arm Cut Crystal Dore Bronze Chandelier Floral Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful doré bronze three-tier 12-arm chandelier with beautiful cut crystal center and draped crystal accenting the tiers finished with floral and filigree detail on the bronze cha...
Crystal, Bronze
Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Bulbo' Three-Arm Opal Glass Chandelier for Stockmann-Orno
By Lisa Johansson-Pape, Stockmann-Orno
Located in Mortsel, BE
Mid-Century Modern Finnish White Opaline Glass and Painted Metal 'Bulbo' Pendant Light Iconic "Bulbo" model chandelier designed by the renowned Lisa Johansson-Pape for Stockmann-Orn...
Metal, Steel, Wire
Three-Arm Metal and Opal Glass Chandelier with Stepped Shade, Europe 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
European design in the 1930s was characterised by a blend of decorative elegance and streamlined, modern aesthetics. From Art Deco's bold shapes, to modernist streamlined silhouettes...
Opal, Metal
$322Sale Price|80% Off
French Three Arm Ceiling Light
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
An impressive 1930s French three arm ceiling light with a frosted and cut glass bowl held within a brass retaining ring decorated with bows. Issuing from the ring are three reeded...
Brass, Bronze
Postmodern Three-Arm Blown Glass and Metal Chandelier Produced by Mazzega, Italy
By Mazzega
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. This chandelier features a chrome-plated metal frame and seven Murano Glass diffusers. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but ...
Metal
$945Sale Price|20% Off
Three arm Art-deco chandelier made out of glass wood and chrome. Germany 1930s
Located in Hannover, DE
Look at this gorgeous Art Deco chandelier, it impresses with its simple, understated appearance, which was common at the time. You will be amazed when the light falls through the yel...
Chrome
Beautiful three staged 18 arm Mid Century brass chandelier with a long brass rod
Located in München, DE
Beautiful Mid Century brass chandelier with a long brass rod. The chandelier has 18 arms, each with one E14 socket up to 40W. Enough light even for large rooms. Great extraordinary d...
Brass
An Arts and Crafts brass three arm ceiling light
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts brass three arm ceiling light with floral decoration. We have original brass chain to hang this at any height. Length from ceiling 21" without a chain so it could ...
Brass
French Three-Arm Brass and Metal Pendant Light, 1950s
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
A beautifully balanced pendant light from the 1950s, this French vintage piece combines understated elegance with refined craftsmanship. Its composition features a slender brass and...
Metal, Brass
Gio Ponti and Emilio Lancia Rare Set of Three Three-Arm Sconces, Italy, 1920s
By Emilio Lancia, Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Gio Ponti and Emilio Lancia exquisite early and rare set of three 3-arm sconces or wall lights with elegantly draped arms radiating upwards from central foliate motif and ending in i...
Aluminum, Brass
Murano Crystal 3 Arm Chandelier with Up Ribbon Leaves
Located in New York, NY
This three-arm Murano glass chandelier is made from hand-blown clear glass with a ribbed texture.
Crystal, Nickel
$12,800Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Original 19 Century Six-Arm Cut Crystal Baccarat Chandelier
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A rope-twist crystal six-arm chandelier, on three tiers, the arms and additional decorative elements stem from an interior decorated gilded glass bowl; the bobesches are stamped Bacc...
Crystal
Italian 3 Arm Murano Glass Chandelier with 3 Up Leaves
Located in New York, NY
This three-arm Murano glass chandelier features a clear, ribbed glass finish throughout the frame and components.
Nickel
Swedish Modern Three Arm Pendant Light with Etched Glass Shades, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This elegant pendant light was designed and crafted in Sweden during the 1950s. The design consists of a sophisticated, curved three-arm structure made of high-quality brass, with t...
Brass
Rare Palwa 3-Arm Crystal Chandelier, Rose-Lilac Crystals, Hollywood Regency
By Palwa
Located in Hannover, DE
These unusual hues create a distinctive and highly collectible aesthetic, adding depth, character, and an unmistakable sense of exclusivity. Despite its refined three-arm structure,...
Crystal, Brass
Three Angled Arm Brass and Aluminium Pendant Light by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Geneve, CH
Bucky Vitrine Pendant Light by Christopher Boots Dimensions: D 110 x H 20 cm. Materials: Glass, brass, aluminum. Available in brass or stainless steel frame. Please contact us. BUC...
Brass, Aluminum
Murano Crystal Three J Arms Chandelier with Up Leaves
Located in New York, NY
This three-arm Murano glass chandelier is crafted from hand-blown clear glass with a coordinated ribbed texture.
Crystal, Steel, Nickel
Vintage Three-Arm Ceiling Pendant In Opal Glass & Brass By Bent Karlby
By Bent Karlby
Located in Lejre, DK
Ceiling lamp by Bent Karlby from the 1950/60s with three pendants in opal glass and brass. Designer: Bent Karlby Period: 1950/60s Materials: Opal glass, brass Condition: In beautifu...
Opal, Brass
Neoclassical French Dore Bronze & Cut Crystal Six-Arm Empire Chandelier Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A very fine, French doré bronze and cut crystal neoclassical six-arm chandelier with three interior lights and six lights around the body.
Crystal, Bronze
Kai Ruokonen Three Arm Pendant Light in Brass, Lynx, Finland, Early 1970s
By Lynx Edition, Kari Ruokonen
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare three arm pendant light was designed by Kai (Kari) Ruokonen in the early 1970s. The lamp was produced by the Finnish manufacturer Lynx. The striking design co...
Brass
Glossy Cream Ceramic Lola Chandelier in Antique Brass 3-Arm 32.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
With a 32.5” diameter, the three-arm Lola Chandelier is a perfect fit for your foyer, dining room or bedroom.
Brass
A brass three arm ceiling light with a central shaped sphere & leaf decoration
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts brass three-arm ceiling light with a central shaped sphere and leaf decoration to the arms that follow down to the bottom. We have an original brass chain to hang ...
Brass
Birmingham Guild of Handicraft. An Arts and Crafts three arm brass ceiling light
By Birmingham Guild of Handicraft Ltd. 1
Located in London, GB
Birmingham Guild of Handicraft. An Arts and Crafts brass ceiling light or chandelier with three curved arms all hand riveted to the main bulbous body with an elongated turned finial ...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern German Three-Arm Sputnik Flush Mount in Black and Gold, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Mid-Century Modern German Three-Arm Sputnik Flush Mount in Black and Gold, 1950s This striking Mid-Century Modern flush mount was crafted in Germany during the 1950s and showcases a...
Metal, Aluminum
Midcentury French Limoges Porcelain and Murano Glass Three-Light Chandelier
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Vintage Limoges porcelain and burnished brass chandelier, three curved arm with large Murano glass shades, France, 1950s.
Brass
Robin's Egg Blue Ceramic Lola Chandelier in Antique Brass 3-Arm 32.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
With a 32.5” diameter, the three-arm Lola Chandelier is a perfect fit for your foyer, dining room or bedroom.
Brass
An Arts and Crafts brass three arm ceiling light with a flower bud to the top
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts brass three arm ceiling light with a flower bud to the top and pierced leaf decoration to the arms. We have original brass chain to hang this at any height.
Brass
$5,200
Empire Style Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 French three-arm Empire style chandelier with original finish and patina.
Bronze
$5,800
Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's Murano three-arm glass chandelier. Measurements: Drop: 30" Diameter: 13".
Glass
Mid-Century Pressed Crystal & Smoked Murano Glass Staggered 3-Arm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This mid-century modernist staggered three-arm pendant chandelier, crafted in Italy circa 1970, is a refined example of bold yet sophisticated design from the era.
Murano Glass
Austrian Art Deco Art Nouveau Chandelier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Fabulous Austrian Art Deco Art Nouveau three arm figural chandelier.
Brass
$2,646Sale Price|40% Off
French Art Deco Chandelier by Degue
By Degué
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
French Art Deco chandelier, three-arm nickel-plated and frosted glass with one large center shade and three smaller satellite shades.
Murano Crystal Chandelier w Gold Rose Inflections 3 Arms
Located in New York, NY
This three arm Murano glass chandelier features clear glass infused with fine gold leaf throughout.
Crystal, Metal
Italian Clear Crystal 3 Arms 3 Up Leaves Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This three-arm Murano glass chandelier is made from hand-blown clear glass with a coordinated ribbed texture.
Crystal, Metal
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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