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Victorian Iron Chandelier

American Victorian Wrought Iron Scroll Chandelier
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian wrought iron chandelier with 4 scroll design arms extending from a scalloped
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

French Victorian Iron and Crystal Chandelier
By Maison Baguès
Located in Queens, NY
French 1940s large12-arm iron and gilt trim chandelier with oval and diamond shaped crystal drops
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20th Century French Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

French Victorian Iron and Crystal Chandelier
French Victorian Iron and Crystal Chandelier
$32,000
H 52 in W 42 in D 42 in
1870s Victorian Cast Iron and Vaseline Glass Oil Chandelier
Located in Peekskill, NY
This 3 arm chandelier is all cast iron in the original aged paint. It has been wired to take 3E26
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Early French Victorian Iron Tole Six Arm Chandelier - Garden Roses & Leaves
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century French iron six arm chandelier with cascading leaves and roses. It
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Monumental Glass and Iron Deco/ Victorian Fantasy Chandelier / Pendant Lighting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Monumental oversized ...glass and iron deco/ Victorian fantasy chandelier / pendant lighting
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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Original Early 20th Century 1915 Handcrafted Wrought Iron Chandelier
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A huge handmade chandelier, obviously made for a country-style house. Originally for candles, later
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Early 20th Century Austrian Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Lusterweibchen of a Victorian Lady ca. 1920
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Lusterweibchen of a Victorian Lady ca. 1920 A lovely antique lusterweibchen chandelier of
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Lusterweibchen of a Victorian Lady ca. 1920
Antique Lusterweibchen of a Victorian Lady ca. 1920
$2,625
H 33.86 in W 31.5 in D 19.69 in
Antique Extra Large Wrought Iron & Glass Entrance Lantern Pendant Light, ca 1890
Located in Lisse, NL
Truly impressive and large, former gas lantern made into a single-light pendant. If you are a collector of truly amazing antiques then this large and possibly unique lantern could b...
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal, Iron

German Lusterweibchen Four-Light Chandelier w. Carved Mermaid Figure and Antlers
Located in Barntrup, DE
This amazing German chandelier features a delicate hand-carved and polychrome hand-painted mythical
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Early 20th Century German Early Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Wrought Iron

Electrified 1876 Bradley and Hubbard Rise and Fall Lamp
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Peekskill, NY
oil lamp. It was electrified keeping its original Victorian character. The drop is 42 inches and can
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Lusterweibchen of a Patrician Lady ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
chandelier with wrought-iron candle holders. The first chandeliers which are designated to the so-called
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Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Lusterweibchen of a Patrician Lady ca. 1900
Antique Lusterweibchen of a Patrician Lady ca. 1900
$3,085
H 36.62 in W 32.29 in D 29.14 in

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Intricate Iron Victorian Pendant with Glass Shade
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This beautiful iron pendant is adorned with unique Victorian style decorations. The leaf shaped
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Antique 1890s American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

19th Century Italian Alabaster Chandelier with Iron Structure, 1890s
Located in Florence, IT
19th century Italian alabaster chandelier with iron structure, 1890s.
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Antique 1890s Italian Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Iron

19th Century Italian Rust Iron Container Converted in Chandelier, 1890s
Located in Florence, IT
19th century Italian rust iron container converted in chandelier with fabric lampshade, 1890s The
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Antique 1890s Italian Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Italian Iron and Brass Chandelier from Early 20th Century with Lampshades
Located in Florence, IT
Italian iron and brass chandelier with six lights from early 20th century with linen lampshades.
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Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Iron

19th Century Italian Pair of Red Iron Chandelier with Gilt Decoration, 1890s
Located in Florence, IT
19th century Italian pair of chandelier with red lacquered iron structure and gilt decoration
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Antique 1890s Italian Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Early 20th Century Ornate Iron Theatre Pendant
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A large theatre light made of iron, ornamentation covers nearly every inch of this breathtaking
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Vintage 1910s American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Show Stopper Chandelier over the Top & over Sized
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Circa: 1890’s Condition: Age Consistent / !s in good condition Material: Cast & Hand Worked Iron
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Early 20th Century North American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

19th Century Italian Pair of Black Painted Wooden Chandeliers, 1890s
Located in Florence, IT
19th century Italian pair of black painted wooden chandeliers, 1890s Electrification to be quoted
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Antique 1890s Italian Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Victorian Wrought Iron Gas Chandelier
Located in Petaluma, CA
This very unusual chandelier is comprised of cast iron metal, not the norm for this style. All the
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Antique 19th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Graceful Industrial, Victorian Wrought Iron Five-Arm Chandelier
Located in Petaluma, CA
This wonderful and whimsical "twisty" metal fixture is most unique and graceful. The black metal work is enhanced by the frosted shades by Holophane, the noted maker of this special ...
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Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Antique Victorian Gothic Revival Chandelier
Located in Astoria, NY
An iron chandelier with gilt bronze detailing. The piece is in the gothic revival style typical of
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Antique 19th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron, Bronze

Antique Victorian Green Slag Glass Swag Light Chandelier Lamp Shade
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian slag glass swag light or chandelier. Made with an iron and metal frame with
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Silver Leaf Iron Chandelier with fine Crystal Bead and Pendant Decoration
Located in Manhasset, NY
A continental silver leaf iron chandelier with fine crystal bead and pendant decoration. Quality
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Late 20th Century Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Iron

Hand Forged Toleware French Style Alabaster and Iron Chandelier
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Hand forged tole French style alabaster and iron chandelier with hand forged black iron chandelier
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21st Century and Contemporary American Late Victorian Chandeliers and Pe...

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Alabaster

English Cast Iron Lantern Pendant, circa 1920-1930
Located in Surrey, BC
Sturdy cast iron lantern from circa 1920-1940. This pendant light is substantial, and features
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Vintage 1920s English Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Iron

Antique Victorian Stained Glass Ceiling Lantern
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique Victorian stained glass ceiling lantern. This was made in England, it dates
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Antique 1880s British Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Carved Wood Lusterweibchen of a Victorian Lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique antler chandelier, a wooden hand carved and painted statue of a victorian lady fixed on
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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Pair of Wood Candelabra Hanging Lights, Circa 1880
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful pair of painted two-tiered light fixtures with multiple candle arms with metal drip dishes extending from a turned wood center post
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Antique 19th Century French Late Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

1920 Cast Plated Brass Large Glass Pendant Light
Located in Surrey, BC
Very nice large glass pendant in old polychrome white painted fitter over brass plate. This ribbed glass globe once graced a bank building in Chicago. Maker unknown. Rewired and ...
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Vintage 1920s American Late Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Iron

French Victorian Style Wrought Iron Gas Converted Chandelier, 9 Bulbs
Located in Plainview, NY
A 1930's French Victorian style wrought iron chandelier. This resplendent fixture boasts an
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20th Century French Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron, Sheet Metal

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Horse Hanging Light, Electrified, 19th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian iron horse hanging light offers cast iron construction with three arms
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Victorian Wrought Iron Opaline Glass Oil Lamp Converted to Electric Lantern
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A fine Victorian wrought iron and opaline glass hanging oil lamp converted to electric chandelier
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Amazing Set of Three Victorian Gothic Tudor Silvered Lantern Chandelier Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful set of three Victorian Gothic Tudor styled three-arm silvered heavy iron lanterns with
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Vintage 1930s European Tudor Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique French Hand-Forged Iron Pendant
Located in Houston, TX
Hand-forged iron pendant light from France. Rose motif. All original antique iron with new art
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Antique 19th Century French Early Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Lüsterweibchen of a Victorian Lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A rare antique lüsterweibchen chandelier with a plaster sculpture of a Victorian lady with original
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Early 20th Century German Black Forest Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Lüsterweibchen of a Victorian Lady
Antique Lüsterweibchen of a Victorian Lady
H 20.08 in W 20.48 in D 16.54 in
1940s Wrought Iron Pendant Light with Amber Glass Globe, Schoolhouse Style
Located in New York, NY
Victorian style wrought iron fitter. Small quantity available at time of posting. Please inquire. Priced
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Vintage 1940s American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Large Pair of Victorian Style Mouthblown Glass Venetian Pendant Light Fixtures
Located in Lisse, NL
Pair of large, midcentury made and great condition light fixtures. This pair of Venetian pendants is the largest we ever had the pleasure of offering and they both are in excellent ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Carved Wood Lusterweibchen of a Victorian Lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A wooden hand carved and painted statue of a Victorian lady fixed on a large pair of original stag
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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Carved Wooden Lusterweibchen of a Victorian Lady
Located in Berghuelen, DE
An antique wooden hand carved and painted statue of a Victorian lady fixed on a large pair of
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Early 20th Century German Black Forest Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Large Venetian Mouth Blown Glass in Metal Frame Pendant / Chandelier
Located in Lisse, NL
Victorian era, transparent glass and superb condition Venetian light fixture. This antique
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Fine Antique Venetian Mouth Blown Glass Art in Wrought Iron Frame Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Good size and great condition light fixture. This Venetian pendant is in excellent condition. The thick shade of this smoked glass pendant is perfectly and symmetrically mouth bl...
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Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Small Antique Venetian Mouth Blown Smoked Glass Art in Iron Frame Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Good size and great condition light fixture. This Venetian pendant is in excellent condition. The thick shade of this smoked glass pendant is perfectly and symmetrically mouth blow...
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Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Wooden Carved Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Noble Lady ca. 1890
Located in Berghuelen, DE
wrought-iron candle holders. The first chandeliers which are designated to the so-called lusterweibchen
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Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Court Lady ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
chandelier with wrought-iron candle holders. The first chandeliers which are designated to the so-called
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Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Electrified 1876 Bradley and Hubbard Rise and Fall Lamp
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Peekskill, NY
oil lamp. It was electrified keeping its original Victorian character. The drop is 42 inches and can
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Handcarved Lusterweibchen of an Angel ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
antler and shaped as a chandelier with wrought-iron candle holders. The first chandeliers which are
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Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Wooden Carved Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Noble Lady ca. 1910
Located in Berghuelen, DE
shaped as a chandelier with wrought-iron candle holders. The first chandeliers which are designated to
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Converted Victorian Wrought Iron Chandelier, circa 1899
Located in Portland, OR
With feet in both the 19th and 20th centuries, the Victorian era saw a huge transformation of
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Antique 1890s Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

English Victorian Cast Iron “Folk Art” Stags Head Chandelier, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
A wonderful Victorian cast Iron “Folk Art” stags head chandelier, circa 1880. The crown corona
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Antique 19th Century British Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Black Iron Five-Arm Chandelier with Floral Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black iron floral five-arm chandelier with floral details.
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Early 20th Century Late Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Victorian Wrought Iron Pendant, circa 1890
Located in Minneapolis, MN
iron basket with a smoke bell hanging from a delicate chain, an original feature that was used to
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Colossal Wrought Iron Victorian Fixture with Dragons and Vaseline Glass
Located in Minneapolis, MN
: wrought iron and iridescent Vaseline glass. The contrast between the light bluish glass and the dark
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century Iron Chandelier with Fluted Milk Glass Shades
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This chandelier made circa 1900 features wonderful acanthus leaf and iron tendril ornamentation
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Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Antique Gas Ceiling Light, Brass Light, Antique Commercial Ceiling Light
Located in Harrisburg, PA
. This conclusion is drawn from the lack of decoration, the iron centre connection and very simple gas
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Antique 1840s American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Iron

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Wonderful Art Deco Glass and Silvered Bronze Light Fixture Signed Degas
Located in Roslyn, NY
Art Deco glass and silvered bronze fixture signed Degas. Frosted glass is beautifully embossed flowers and leaves. There are four interior lights.
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20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Sheepskin, Beech

Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
$5,418
H 31.89 in W 61.03 in D 27.56 in
Austrian Art Nouveau Table Lamp w/ Original Hand Blown Iridescent Glass Shade
By Loetz Glass
Located in Petaluma, CA
A fine example of Art Nouveau lighting. The bronze base is richly patinated and beautifully cast with an art nouveau design. The shade is a deep green when lit and purple and green w...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Bronze

Single Wall Light by Candle
By Candle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single Wall light by Candle. Manufactured in Italy, circa 1960s. Brushed satin glass diffuser, satin nickel armature, custom backplate. Rewired for U.S. standards. We recommend three...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Nickel

Single Wall Light by Candle
Single Wall Light by Candle
$2,800
H 43.5 in W 9 in D 10 in
Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Sheepskin, Beech

Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
$5,409
H 31.89 in W 61.03 in D 27.56 in
French Art Nouveau Old Bronze Guimard Chandelier
By Hector Guimard
Located in Rebais, FR
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Art Nouveau with this magnificent Guimard chandelier, a true masterpiece of refinement and poetry. Crafted from oxidized bronze with deli...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

French Art Nouveau Old Bronze Guimard Chandelier
French Art Nouveau Old Bronze Guimard Chandelier
$6,771
H 39.38 in W 11.82 in D 27.56 in
Portuguese Baroque Style Library Table by Alfonso Marina
By Alfonso Marina
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing walnut library center table or writing table hand-crafted, labeled, signed, and dated by Alfonso Marina. For over 50 years Marina has created the highest quality timeless pie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Baroque Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Vintage Limoges Porcelain Dinnerware Set - 80 Pieces
By Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite vintage dinnerware set, likely crafted in fine Limoges porcelain, features delicate floral patterns and gold accents. Each piece is signed “France,” a hallmark of its ...
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20th Century French Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

20th Century Limoges Porcelain Dinner Service ULIM 63-Piece
By ULIM Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite 63-piece Limoges porcelain dinnerware set embodies the elegance and craftsmanship synonymous with the renowned French porcelain tradition. Crafted in Limoges, this set...
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20th Century French Dinner Plates

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Porcelain, Paint

French Crystal Ship Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's French crystal ship chandelier with 4 interior lights. Measurements: Height:28" Width:28" Depth:10.5"
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Vintage 1950s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

French Crystal Ship Chandelier
French Crystal Ship Chandelier
$9,800
H 28 in W 28 in D 10.5 in
Antique Italian Religious Banner Mary Our Lady Sorrows Oleograph Wall Tapestry
Located in Forney, TX
A wonderful 19th Century Italian religious textile banner with beautifully colored Our Lady Of Sorrows Mary, Mother of Jesus oleograph, original backing, rod, rope, fringe and tassel...
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Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Tapestries

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Metal

Danish Cabinetmaker Scallop Sofa Sheepskin c1940s
Located in London, England
This uniquely shaped 2-person sofa, produced by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1940s, has an inviting scallop-shaped back and wrap around arms. It also features a gently curved seat an...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Danish Cabinetmaker Scallop Sofa Sheepskin c1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Scallop Sofa Sheepskin c1940s
$8,148
H 32.29 in W 61.03 in D 30.71 in
Pink Murano Glass Chandelier by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Brass chandelier with plates in tainted Murano glass. Creation by Studio Glustin.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

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Brass

Pink Murano Glass Chandelier by Studio Glustin
Pink Murano Glass Chandelier by Studio Glustin
$8,920 / item
H 23.63 in Dm 35.44 in
Large Oil Painting by C. Delort Entitled ‘The Wedding, Fontainebleau’
By Charles Edouard Edmond Delort
Located in London, GB
Large oil painting by C. Delort entitled ‘The Wedding, Fontainebleau’ French, Late 19th Century Canvas: Height 90cm, width 130cm Frame: Height 109cm, width 148cm, depth 7cm This s...
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Late 19th Century Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Oil

Giant Victorian Dining Table Seats 24 by Samuel Hawkins 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
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Antique 1860s Victorian Dining Room Tables

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Mahogany

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By Tiffany Studios
Located in New York, NY
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20th Century Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Bronze

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Victorian Iron Chandelier For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the victorian iron chandelier you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, iron and glass, every victorian iron chandelier was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect victorian iron chandelier — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A victorian iron chandelier is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one victorian iron chandelier that is appealing in its simplicity, but Bradley & Hubbard produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Victorian Iron Chandelier?

Prices for a victorian iron chandelier start at $850 and top out at $12,500 with the average selling for $2,838.

Finding the Right Chandeliers-pendant-lights for You

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.