French 20th Century Hanging Globe with Scalloped Bottom, Unique Pendant Light
Located in New Orleans, LA
Gorgeous French 20th Century glass Bell shaped hanging globe decorated with fine etching and scalloped bottom.
Glass
Unique 1970s Murano Glass Ceiling Lamp with Chrome Base and Spiral Pendants
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Palermo, PA
An exceptional and highly unusual Murano glass ceiling lamp from the 1970s, attributed to Carlo Nason for Mazzega. A rare and distinctive design that stands out in a market today sat...
Metal
Art Deco Rare Milk Glass Ceiling Lamp in Unique Form, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Rare Milk Glass Ceiling Lamp in Unique Form, 1940s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use w...
Brass
Vintage Boho Garland Faulkner Botanical Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The wiring is in good working order, ready to illuminate your interior with unique, nature-inspired charm. This chandelier is a true conversational piece and a rare find for the disc...
Iron
Big Very Unique Space Age Style Murano Sputnik / Atom, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Praha, CZ
- Italy, circa 1970s - Perfect original condition - Glasses without damage.
Chrome
Unique Prickly Pear Velvet 3 Opalines Pendant Lamp by Mickael Koska
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Prickly Pear Velvet 3 Opalines Pendant Lamp by Mickael Koska Dimensions: Ø 25 cm x H 300 cm. Materials: Opaline glass, velvet finish ceramic, velvet finish, and textile cord....
Ceramic, Cord, Opaline Glass
Unique & Hand-Forged Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Pendant Light, circa 1910
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare design and quality crafted chandelier. This artistic work of blacksmith lighting art is an absolute joy to watch and it is in excellent condition.
Wrought Iron
1950's New Old Stock Amber Barrel Pendant Lamps - Unique Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's New Old Stock Amber Barrel Pendant Lamps - Unique Pair. The gallery tops are original Bakelite (self insulated) and simply screw into the amber decorated glass barrel. Each ...
Art Glass
Colorful Unique Art Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill Putzler, 1960s, Germany
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Colorful unique art glass ceiling lamp by Peill Putzler, 1960s, Germany Mid-Century Modern charming pendant lamp. Lampshade is in perfect condition. Lampshade is in good conditio...
Glass
Angelo Lelii Arredoluce cubic chandelier Italy 1972
By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Uniquely, the chandelier illuminates both upward and downward, housing 16 bulbs in total, with the option to connect and control each direction independently.
Aluminum, Steel
Astract Unique Sculpted Wood and Glass Globe Lighting by Jérôme Pereira
By Jérôme Pereira
Located in Geneve, CH
Astrolabe unique sculpted lighting by Je´ro^me Pereira Dimensions: 180 x 150 x 20 cm. Edition: Unique. Title: "Astrolabe" Composition: Blown glass, beech, copper. Jérôme Perei...
Copper
$2,295 / item
Bespoke Modern Marble Chandelier "Profile H"
By Matlight Milano
Located in Milano, IT
The Profile H chandelier is a unique lighting fixture that combines the elegance of Carrara marble with powerful lighting capabilities.
Carrara Marble, Brass
Antique Brass Chandelier with Grotesque Masks
Located in Antwerp, BE
The expressive faces, detailed horns and playful shapes give this chandelier a unique and powerful character. Light points: 6 arms with E14 bulb sockets Dimensions: Diameter: 50 cm ...
Brass, Copper
Nest Form, Triple Glass Sculpted Unique Suspension Lighting by Jérôme Pereira
By Jérôme Pereira
Located in Geneve, CH
Hermanos Sculpted Suspension Lighting by Je´ro^me Pereira Dimensions: 50 x 50 x 40 cm. Edition: Unique. Title: Hermanos. Composition: Blown glass, oak tree. Lighting by the Fren...
Oak
Unique Modern Crystal Glass & Steel Suspension Pendant Light Exhale Catie Newell
By Catie Newell
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Modern Crystal Glass & Steel Suspension Pendant Light Exhale Catie Newell Measures: Diameters 30 cm x Height 18 cm. Materials: Crystal glass, Stainless steel. Customizati...
Crystal, Stainless Steel
Unique Large Arts & Crafts Brass Pendant Light with Glass Mosaic Shades 1910
Located in Lisse, NL
With early 20th century light fixtures being one of our specialities, finding a unique Arts and Crafts pendant always makes our heart jump.
Brass, Bronze, Wire
Unique Art Deco and Perfect Size, Multi Layered Glass Shade Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Another top quality, antique pendant light with the wow factor. This unique, good size and stylish color Art Deco fixture from the heydays of the European Art Deco era will bring cl...
Metal, Aluminum
Unique Black Carved Forms, Floating Organic Shapes Suspension by Jérôme Pereira
By Jérôme Pereira
Located in Geneve, CH
Messenger III Suspension Lamp by Jérôme Pereira Dimensions: D 50 x W 200 x H 300 cm (Adjustable height) Materials: Plane tree, ash, blown glass. All our lamps can be wired according...
Glass, Wood, Ash
Unique Cantilevered Black Wood & White Glass Pendant Lamp by Jérôme Pereira
By Jérôme Pereira
Located in Geneve, CH
SY-02 Suspension Lamp by Jérôme Pereira Dimensions: D 40 x W 250 x H 120 cm Materials: Ash tree, blown glass All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to the US...
Glass, Ash
Rarest Arts & Crafts Beveled Glass & Brass Pendant Light Lantern w. Unique Chain
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted, beveled glass holding lantern with the original and unique triangle elements chain. If you are looking for the best and the rarest when it comes to European Arts and Cr...
Brass, Wire
Gold "Granola" Murano Glass Flush Mount Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Made with high-quality Murano glass, this chandelier features a unique and eye-catching design that is sure to make a statement in your home.
Murano Glass
Unique 1920, Whisky Barrel Shaped Forged Wrought Iron Distillery Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Ideal pendant for a pub, restaurant or mancave. This unique and made to last, Hand crafted wrought iron pendant in the shape of a barrel originates from a very old Dutch Gin distill...
Wrought Iron
Timothy Corrigan Baroque Chandelier, Silver Leaf & Wood, USA
By Timothy Corrigan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This traditional Italian style chandelier by Timothy Corrigan features a central column adorned with a pineapple-like top finial, adding a touch of uniqueness to its design.
Silver Leaf
Unique Mid Century Hand-Made Brass Pendant Lamp Tulip by Rustika Lux Austria
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in München, BY
Unique, lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern hand-made brass and parchment pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed and manufactured by Rustika Lux, Austria, 1960s. Manufac...
Brass
Uovo di Cristallo Transparent Crystal 8-lights Chandelier
By Il Paralume Marina
Located in Milan, IT
The purity of the crystal and the unique form of the chandelier exude luxury and refinement, making it the perfect complement for dining rooms, kitchens, or grand living areas.
Crystal
19th c. Italian Carved Wood and Iron Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Italian Carved Wood and Iron Chandelier is a unique and elegant lighting fixture .
Iron
Antique Chandelier - Vintage Lighting Fixture in Good Condition
Located in Guazzora, IT
Each individual glass element contributes to the unique appearance of the chandelier, reflecting the artisanal nature of traditional Murano glass production.
Brass
Light sculpture to suspend contemporary creation unique piece by a french artist
By Véra Rybaltchenko
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
A ceiling-hung light sculpture by French artist Véra Rybaltchenko. This unique piece is made entirely by hand using hundreds of wooden rods glued together. The generic title of thes...
Wood, Pine
$15,860 / item
Chandelier Wrapped in Passementerie, Silk Cords
Located in Ballard, CA
The infinite colorways and the multiple fibers, such as silk, acetate, mercerized cotton is such an exquisite medium which does create a unique collection of chandeliers. When The Lo...
Wrought Iron
French Maison Bagues Manner Beaded Bell Shape Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
The chandelier features a unique bell-shaped design with intricately beaded detailing, giving it a classic French-inspired look.
Crystal, Metal
1950's New Old Stock Clear Mottled Cylinder Pendant Lamps - Unique Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's New Old Stock Clear Mottled Cylinder Pendant Lamps - Unique Pair. The gallery tops are original Bakelite (self insulated) and simply screw into the mottled glass orb. Each l...
Art Glass
$2,447Sale Price|50% Off
German 1930s Cubist Bauhaus Chandelier Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A rare original unique Cubist Bauhaus pendant chandelier with an unusual cube frame and decorative cube glass shades.
Chrome
Gaetano Sciolari Brass Starburst Sputnik Chandelier, Italy, 1960
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in New York, NY
A very uniquely designed brass starburst Sputnik chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari.
Brass
Florko Chandelier DMI25 - 3 Tiers Blackened Iron
Located in London, GB
Perfect for those seeking a unique, statement-making chandelier, the Florko offers both style and value.
Iron
Unique Copper Pendant Lamp 'Konkylie' by Louis Weisdorf for Lyfa Denmark 1960s
By Lyfa, Louis Weisdorf
Located in München, BY
Exceptional, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern 'Konkylie' pendant lamp or hanging light in copper with lovely patina. Probably the only one / prototype of this model m...
Copper
$880Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Italian Style Midcentury Chrome Chandelier
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Italian style midcentury chrome chandelier 'MR15346' Unique cylinder shaped chrome four bulb fixture with sculptural curves and a long stem to accommodate high ceilings an...
Chrome
Organic Form Woven Wood & Frosted Glass, Unique Cocoon Pendant by Jérôme Pereira
By Jérôme Pereira
Located in Geneve, CH
Planck Marseille sculpted lighting pendant by Je´ro^me Pereira Unique Dimensions: H 120 x W 100 x D 80 cm, the dimensions are variable and each creation is unique. Materials: Blow...
Blown Glass
Modern Pink Leaf Form Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This modern pink Murano glass chandelier features a unique leaf form design, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to any space.
Murano Glass
Large Unique Italian XXL 1960s Pendant Lamp with Murano Glass Flowers by VeArt
By Paolo Venini, VeArt
Located in München, DE
Unique, very rare, huge original 1960s pendant lamp or chandelier.
Metal, Chrome
Unique Prickly Pear Velvet 6 Opalines Horizontal Pendant Lamp by Mickael Koska
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Prickly Pear Velvet 6 Opalines Horizontal Pendant Lamp by Mickael Koska Dimensions: D 25 cm x W 80 x H 300 cm. Materials: Opaline glass, velvet finish, ceramic, and textile co...
Ceramic, Cord, Opaline Glass
unique Midcentury Stilnovo Style Brass and Metal Tube Hanging Light, Italy 1950
By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Hanging light Origin: Italy Age: 1950s This fantastic hanging light was designed and produced in 1950s in Italy. The shade is made of brass with a nice tube formed...
Brass
Unique Set of Wings Crystal and Brass Pendant Lights by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of Wings Of Pegasus Pendant Lights by Christopher Boots Dimensions: D 70 x W 87.5 x H 18 cm (each wing). Materials: Brass, clear quartz crystal, smoky quartz crystal. WINGS OF P...
Quartz, Brass
Unique Italian MidCentury Set Includ, Pendant Light, Floor Lamp & 3 Wall Sconces
Located in Lisse, NL
Very stylish and beautifully handcrafted, mid-century pendant, floor lamp and 3 wall sconces. Over the years we have sold one such pendant, but we had never seen its matching floor ...
Metal
Unique Large Cameo Enameled Opaline Glass Pendant Light w Dancing Nymphs Figures
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique and stunning Italian work of lighting art, 1920. If you are passionate about early 20th century decorative art then you will love this one of a kind, opaline glass light fix...
Brass, Bronze
Plaster of Paris "Duroc" Chandelier by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Its adaptable size makes it ideal for illuminating living rooms, dining areas, or entryways, casting a sophisticated indirect light perfect for any setting. Each chandelier is hand-c...
Plaster
Large-Scale Two-Tone Murano Glass Oval Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
The sleek design and the shimmering Murano glass give this chandelier a unique and luxurious look, perfect for adding a touch of glamour to any home decor. 60l x 16.5d x 37h
Metal
$173,960Sale Price|40% Off
Outstanding Bauhaus Staircase Chandelier with 22 Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
One of the Kind Bauhaus Staircase Chandelier. Prague 2nd quarter of 20th century. An Unique and Large Staircase Chandelier from the Bauhaus period, a sculptural construction with a m...
Blown Glass
Unique Danish Søholm Stoneware Lamps in Light Glazing and Earth Colors, 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful pair of unique stoneware pendants in white and brown glazing handmade in Denmark in the 1960s. Attributed to Søholm Stentøj at the island of Bornholm, Denmark. The Søholm...
Ceramic
$1,024Sale Price|20% Off
Modern Bronze Mounted Conch Shell Chandelier /Pendant
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Equipped with a standard bulb socket, this chandelier provides unique, Bo-Ho organic illumination, enhancing the ambiance of your home.
Bronze
Murano Blown Eight Arm Tobacco Swirl Chandelier
Located in Westport, CT
A wonderful unique custom designed Murano uplight chandelier consisting of soft arching shapes with each piece, mouth blown in a uniform twisting torchere creating a lovely swirl eff...
Blown Glass
Luxury Barovier & Toso Chandelier, Murano Pulegoso Glass, 1950s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, IT
This chandelier's unique feature is the glass disc made of precious glass.
Murano Glass
$2,473Sale Price / set|20% Off
Figural Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Sconce pair Unique, 1950s
Located in Hannover, DE
Despite intensive searching, we are not aware of another pair of these unique chandelier supports. You can use the lights both as exclusive wall lights and as table lights, with the ...
Metal, Gold Leaf
Black Stoneware Chandelier II By Christine Roland
By Christine Roland
Located in Æbelnæs, Stege
Unique, hand-built stoneware chandelier with hanging porcelain elements.
Porcelain, Stoneware
Black Stoneware Chandelier I by Christine Roland
By Christine Roland
Located in Æbelnæs, Stege
A Unique, hand-built, stoneware chandelier with hanging porcelain elements.
Ceramic, Porcelain, Stoneware
Distinctive French Brass and Frozen Glass Chandelier
Located in Voorburg, NL
Unique Brass Chandelier with eight arms and with very nice Frozen Glass Shades.
Brass
Handcrafted Murano Glass Chandelier with 393 Amber Triedri Pendants
Located in Guazzora, IT
Subtle variations between the individual pieces are characteristic of traditional artisanal glass production and make each element unique. A remarkable statement chandelier and an e...
Brass
Vintage Italian Chrome and Brass Chandelier, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Unique chromed and brass chandelier from the space age area.
Brass, Chrome
Paavo Tynell Style Brass Chandelier by Lightolier
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Winnipeg, MB
Stunning and unique brass chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell by Lightolier.
Brass
Vintage Murano Glass Chandelier by AVMazzega, Italy, 1970s
By AVMazzega
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
They follow the oldest Murano glassmaking technologies that were invented on the island of Murano. Each plate is unique because it is handcrafted. Chandelier in very good vintage co...
Metal
Vintage Murano Clear and Blush Spiral Glass Waterfall Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Made with high-quality glass in a unique spiral design, this chandelier creates a beautiful and mesmerizing waterfall effect when illuminated.
Murano Glass
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.
Designer Eva Menz wants the light to "evoke curiosity and a sense of wonder."
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.