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George Nelson, Pear Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s
George Nelson, Pear Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s

George Nelson, Pear Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s

By George Nelson

Located in High Point, NC

An early spray plastic and steel pendant light, model "Pear Bubble" designed by George Nelson and produced by Howard Miller, Zeeland, Michigan, USA, c. 1950s.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Steel

Nimbus / Beehive Pendant Lamp by George Nelson and Associates Midcentury
Nimbus / Beehive Pendant Lamp by George Nelson and Associates Midcentury

Nimbus / Beehive Pendant Lamp by George Nelson and Associates Midcentury

By George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Very rare chandelier model NS808 / 'Nimbus' (also known as 'Beehive') by renowned George Nelson and Associates studio made for Nessen Lighting, designed in 1969 by Farid Iskander.

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Aluminum

Geometric Icosahedron Pendant Lamp Light Vitrolite Glass Globe as George Nelson
Geometric Icosahedron Pendant Lamp Light Vitrolite Glass Globe as George Nelson

Geometric Icosahedron Pendant Lamp Light Vitrolite Glass Globe as George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Hyattsville, MD

No chips, and No cracks to glass, just stains and slight oxidation to original metal hardware. Very rare George Nelson (attributed) poly triangular icosahedron globe pendant light.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Milk Glass

George Nelson, Saucer Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s
George Nelson, Saucer Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s

George Nelson, Saucer Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in High Point, NC

An early spray plastic and steel pendant light, model "Saucer Bubble" designed by George Nelson and produced by Howard Miller, Zeeland, Michigan, USA, c. 1950s.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Steel

Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson  lamp , 1970s
Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson  lamp , 1970s

Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson lamp , 1970s

By George Nelson

Located in Delft, NL

Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson lamp , 1970s

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Plastic

George Nelson, Cigar Wall Sconce, Plastic, Walnut, Nickel, Herman Miller, 1952
George Nelson, Cigar Wall Sconce, Plastic, Walnut, Nickel, Herman Miller, 1952

George Nelson, Cigar Wall Sconce, Plastic, Walnut, Nickel, Herman Miller, 1952

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in High Point, NC

An early-production Cigar Bubble wall sconce in plastic polymer, walnut and brushed nickel; designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller, USA, 1952. Overall Dimensions (I...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Nickel

Mid-Century Modern Saucer Cocoon Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Saucer Cocoon Pendant Lamp, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Saucer Cocoon Pendant Lamp, 1960s

By George Nelson

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This saucer-shaped cocoon ceiling lamp from the 1960s exudes timeless elegance and vintage charm. Its cocoon material, characteristic of mid-century modern design, has developed a be...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Resin

Mid-Century Modern Saucer Cocoon Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Saucer Cocoon Pendant Lamp, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Saucer Cocoon Pendant Lamp, 1960s

By George Nelson

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A cocoon hanging lamp made In the 1960s. The material of the lamp is resin. Dimensions:: height: 22 cm - 40 cm The light requires one E27 light bulb. Works with both 120/220V....

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Resin

George Nelson, Ball Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s
George Nelson, Ball Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s

George Nelson, Ball Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

An early spray plastic and steel pendant light, model "Ball Bubble" designed by George Nelson and produced by Howard Miller, Zeeland, Michigan, USA, c. 1950s.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Steel

George Nelson, Pear Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s
George Nelson, Pear Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s

George Nelson, Pear Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

An early spray plastic and steel pendant light, model "Pear Bubble" designed by George Nelson and produced by Howard Miller, Zeeland, Michigan, USA, c. 1950s.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Steel

Lovely Cocoon Pendant Lamp
Lovely Cocoon Pendant Lamp

Lovely Cocoon Pendant Lamp

By Achille Castiglioni, Flos, Aloys F. Gangkofner, George Nelson, Kaare Klint

Located in München, DE

Very nice Cocoon pendant lamp from the 1950s. Wonderful and contemporary design. A highlight for every room. Loving teak wood details. A cozy light is created. Condition: Very good...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

Cocoon resin. Space Age pendant lamp in the style of Castiglioni, Italy, 1970s
Cocoon resin. Space Age pendant lamp in the style of Castiglioni, Italy, 1970s

Cocoon resin. Space Age pendant lamp in the style of Castiglioni, Italy, 1970s

By Estiluz Lighting, Tobia Scarpa, Friedel Wauer, Achille Castiglioni, George Nelson

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Very much in the style also of the “Taraxacum” pendant lamp designed by Castiglioni, which became very popular in all of the interiors of those decades, and still today is a very cov...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

Cocoon resin. Large Brutalist pendant light by Friedel Wauer, Germany, 1970s
Cocoon resin. Large Brutalist pendant light by Friedel Wauer, Germany, 1970s

Cocoon resin. Large Brutalist pendant light by Friedel Wauer, Germany, 1970s

By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Goldkant Leuchten, Tobia Scarpa, George Nelson, Friedel Wauer

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Very much in the style also of the “Taraxacum” chandelier designed by Castiglioni, which became very popular in all of the interiors of those decades, and still today is a very covet...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal, Brass, Chrome

Cocoon Cascade Lamp
Cocoon Cascade Lamp

Cocoon Cascade Lamp

By Achille Castiglioni, Flos, Aloys F. Gangkofner, George Nelson, Kaare Klint

Located in München, DE

Very nice Cocoon cascade lamp from the 1950s. Wonderful and contemporary design. A highlight for every room. A warm and comfortable light is created. Condition: Very good vintage c...

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

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Vintage George Nelson for Howard Miller Bell Pendant Lamp
Vintage George Nelson for Howard Miller Bell Pendant Lamp

Vintage George Nelson for Howard Miller Bell Pendant Lamp

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H 14.5 in W 18.5 in D 18.5 in

Vintage George Nelson for Howard Miller Bell Pendant Lamp

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in San Francisco, CA

A very rare vintage bell-shaped hanging Bubble Lamp by George Nelson for the Howard Miller Clock Company. Designed in 1952, its shape and size are of a scarce combination that sets ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Steel

George Nelson "Saucer" Pendant
George Nelson "Saucer" Pendant

George Nelson "Saucer" Pendant

By George Nelson

Located in Bainbridge, NY

George Nelson for Howard Miller early production Hanging Bubble Lamp consisting of Off White innovative taut plastic on wire frame

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Wire

'Pear' Pendant Light by George Nelson
'Pear' Pendant Light by George Nelson

'Pear' Pendant Light by George Nelson

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H 12.6 in W 13 in D 13 in

'Pear' Pendant Light by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in London, GB

A waxed paper pendant light with brushed nickel ceiling plate, gallery and original flex, multiples available, original tooling by Herman Miller.

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1960s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Nickel

George Nelson Modernica Mid-Century Bubble Pendant
George Nelson Modernica Mid-Century Bubble Pendant

George Nelson Modernica Mid-Century Bubble Pendant

By George Nelson

Located in Astoria, NY

George Nelson Modernica Mid-Century Modern "saucer" shape bubble pendant ceiling lamp, translucent white synthetic over a wire frame, Modernica label on top metal rim.

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Wire

Small 'Cigar' Pendant Light by George Nelson
Small 'Cigar' Pendant Light by George Nelson

Small 'Cigar' Pendant Light by George Nelson

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H 13.78 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in

Small 'Cigar' Pendant Light by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in London, GB

A waxed paper pendant light with brushed nickel ceiling plate, gallery and original flex, multiples available, original tooling by Herman Miller.

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1960s British Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Nickel

Mini Bubble Pendant Light by George Nelson
Mini Bubble Pendant Light by George Nelson

Mini Bubble Pendant Light by George Nelson

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H 11.82 in W 13 in D 13 in

Mini Bubble Pendant Light by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in London, GB

A paper spherical pendant light with brushed nickel ceiling plate, gallery and original flex. Multiples available, original tooling by Herman Miller.

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Late 20th Century British Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Nickel

Modern “Cocoon” Pendant by George Nelson, circa 1960
Modern “Cocoon” Pendant by George Nelson, circa 1960

Modern “Cocoon” Pendant by George Nelson, circa 1960

By George Nelson

Located in Culver City, CA

Modern “Cocoon” pendant by George Nelson, circa 1960. Delicate transparent resin cocoon with internal steel structure.                   

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1960s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Resin

George Nelson Beehive Chandelier
George Nelson Beehive Chandelier

George Nelson Beehive Chandelier

By George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hexagonal Pyramid Shade with Acrylic Diffusers Lucia DeRespinis and Farid Iskander for George Nelson

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Steel

Vintage Mid Century Modern George Nelson Ball Pendant Bubble Lamp
Vintage Mid Century Modern George Nelson Ball Pendant Bubble Lamp

Vintage Mid Century Modern George Nelson Ball Pendant Bubble Lamp

By George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Mid Century Modern George Nelson Ball Pendant Bubble Lamp This mid century modern George Nelson Bubble Lamp will add a touch of softness and luminosity to you interior.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

George Nelson & Associates Beehive Pendant Lamp
George Nelson & Associates Beehive Pendant Lamp

George Nelson & Associates Beehive Pendant Lamp

By George Nelson, Nessen Lighting

Located in Chicago, IL

George Nelson & Associates Beehive Pendant Lamp: Designed by Lucia DeRespinis (1960) for George Nelson's office for Nessen Studio, Textured enameled metal hexagonal shaped pyramid wi...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

Rare George Nelson Bubble Lamp
Rare George Nelson Bubble Lamp

Rare George Nelson Bubble Lamp

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H 46 in Dm 18 in

Rare George Nelson Bubble Lamp

By George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Very rare George Nelson bubble lamp. This lamp has been restored by Madernica with a new membrane and internal string

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1960s American Vintage George Nelson Pendant

Monumental George Nelson Bubble Pendant Lamp
Monumental George Nelson Bubble Pendant Lamp

Monumental George Nelson Bubble Pendant Lamp

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

The largest bubble lamp Howard Miller ever produced. Measures: 25 inches in diameter. Not in current production! Designed by George Nelson, very early production, retains original Ho...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Saucer Cocoon Pendant Lamp by George Nelson, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Saucer Cocoon Pendant Lamp by George Nelson, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Saucer Cocoon Pendant Lamp by George Nelson, 1960s

By George Nelson

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A cocoon hanging lamp made In the 1960s by George Nelson. The material of the lamp is transparent resin. The light requires one E27 light bulb.           

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Resin

Large Vintage George Nelson Cigar Bubble Pendant Light Produced by Modernica USA
Large Vintage George Nelson Cigar Bubble Pendant Light Produced by Modernica USA

Large Vintage George Nelson Cigar Bubble Pendant Light Produced by Modernica USA

By George Nelson

Located in Hastings, GB

A large George Nelson cigar bubble pendant light. Designed in 1952, this was produced by Modernica in the 90s, when they held production rights.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Steel, Nickel

Cocoon lamp by George Nelson,  Italy 1960s
Cocoon lamp by George Nelson,  Italy 1960s

Cocoon lamp by George Nelson, Italy 1960s

By George Nelson

Located in Hannover, DE

An absolute rarity! A Cocoon pendant lamp designed by George Nelson in the 1960s.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Resin

Cocoon lamp by George Nelson,  Italy 1960s
Cocoon lamp by George Nelson,  Italy 1960s

Cocoon lamp by George Nelson, Italy 1960s

By George Nelson

Located in Hannover, DE

An absolute rarity! A cocoon pendant lamp designed by George Nelson in the 1960s.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Resin

George Nelson Bubble Lamp for Howard Miller
George Nelson Bubble Lamp for Howard Miller

George Nelson Bubble Lamp for Howard Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

George Nelson Bubble Lamp for Howard Miller This George Nelson bubble lamp is in mint condition. It still retains its box and is considered new/old stock. Please ask all questi...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Nickel

Mid-Century Bubble Lamp by George Nelson
Mid-Century Bubble Lamp by George Nelson

Mid-Century Bubble Lamp by George Nelson

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H 16 in W 19 in D 19 in

Mid-Century Bubble Lamp by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Winnetka, IL

This is a Mid-Century bubble hanging fixture by George Nelson for Howard Miller.

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Late 20th Century American Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Aluminum

Cocoon lamp by George Nelson,  Italy 1960s
Cocoon lamp by George Nelson,  Italy 1960s

Cocoon lamp by George Nelson, Italy 1960s

By George Nelson

Located in Hannover, DE

An absolute rarity! A Cocoon pendant lamp designed by George Nelson in the 1960s.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Resin

George Nelson "Bubble Lamp", USA circa 1952
George Nelson "Bubble Lamp", USA circa 1952

George Nelson "Bubble Lamp", USA circa 1952

By George Nelson

Located in Culver City, CA

USA, 1952 George Nelson & Associates for Howard Miller Clock Company. Sprayed fiberglass over metal frame with steel braces. 26”dia x 11”h Ref. L5278 $ 3,200

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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Steel

George Nelson Hanging Bubble Light with Original Box
George Nelson Hanging Bubble Light with Original Box

George Nelson Hanging Bubble Light with Original Box

By George Nelson

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A Classic vintage George Nelson hanging bubble light with original ceiling plate and box, retains the label to the light and cardboard packing. Manufactured by the Howard Miller Ligh...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

George Nelson for Herman Miller Triple Bubble Chandelier
George Nelson for Herman Miller Triple Bubble Chandelier

George Nelson for Herman Miller Triple Bubble Chandelier

By George Nelson

Located in Dallas, TX

A hard-to-find triple bubble chandelier by Geore Nelson. Includes the cigar bubble measuring approximately 32" H, a ball bubble and a smaller cigar. Original wood fixture with chande...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Wire

Pair of Vintage " Cigar " Pendant Lamps by George Nelson
Pair of Vintage " Cigar " Pendant Lamps by George Nelson

Pair of Vintage " Cigar " Pendant Lamps by George Nelson

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Pair of Vintage " Cigar " Pendant Lamps by George Nelson.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

George Nelson Bubble Lamp
George Nelson Bubble Lamp

George Nelson Bubble Lamp

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H 24 in Dm 24 in

George Nelson Bubble Lamp

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An original H-725 bubble lamp (now referred to as “Ball Pendant” variant) designed by George Nelson for Howard Miller in 1947.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Steel

George Nelson Bubble Lamp
George Nelson Bubble Lamp

George Nelson Bubble Lamp

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H 6 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in

George Nelson Bubble Lamp

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Howard Miller bubble lamp by George Nelson. This iconic lamp is composed of a steel wire frame covered in a textured paper shade. This original 1960s example is in very good ...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

George Nelson for Howard Miller Bell Pendant Bubble Lamp
George Nelson for Howard Miller Bell Pendant Bubble Lamp

George Nelson for Howard Miller Bell Pendant Bubble Lamp

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Culver City, CA

Designed in the 1950s this is one of the rarer George Nelson bubble lamp forms, the bell. This bell shaped pendant still retains its original Howard Miller labels, original patinated...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Brass

George Nelson Rare Chandelier
George Nelson Rare Chandelier

George Nelson Rare Chandelier

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H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in

George Nelson Rare Chandelier

By Nessen Studio, George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

Nelson for Nessen Studio, early "Bee Hive" Lamp, hexagonal prism steel form. Acrylic diffusers. Manufactured by Nessen for only a few years. This model possibly a prototype.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

Original Vintage George Nelson Cylinder Bubble Pendant Lamp Howard Miller
Original Vintage George Nelson Cylinder Bubble Pendant Lamp Howard Miller

Original Vintage George Nelson Cylinder Bubble Pendant Lamp Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Troy, MI

A rare cylinder form bubble lamp pendant designed by William Renwick of George Nelson & Associates for Howard Miller circa 1950s Steel wire grid frame coated in the bubble lamp sign...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Wire

Bubble series chandelier designed by George Nelson 1960s
Bubble series chandelier designed by George Nelson 1960s

Bubble series chandelier designed by George Nelson 1960s

By George Nelson

Located in Milano, IT

Elegant ceiling chandelier from the 1960s, an authentic design piece signed by the famous George Nelson. This chandelier, made of cocoon resin, represents an innovative material for ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Resin

"Bell" Cocoon by George Nelson for Modernica, 1998
"Bell" Cocoon by George Nelson for Modernica, 1998

"Bell" Cocoon by George Nelson for Modernica, 1998

By George Nelson

Located in Mortsel, BE

Introducing the iconic "Bell" Cocoon Pendant, a masterpiece designed by George Nelson for Modernica in 1998.

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Late 20th Century Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Steel

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Large Atomic Hanging Saucer Bubble Lamp
Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Large Atomic Hanging Saucer Bubble Lamp

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Large Atomic Hanging Saucer Bubble Lamp

By George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Large Atomic Hanging Saucer Bubble Lamp George Nelson designed the first bubble lamps in 1947. These lamps, with their simple sculptural shape...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Pair of Midcentury Cigar Bubble Pendant Lights
George Nelson for Herman Miller Pair of Midcentury Cigar Bubble Pendant Lights

George Nelson for Herman Miller Pair of Midcentury Cigar Bubble Pendant Lights

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Studio City, CA

A fantastic pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller vintage hanging ceiling iconic cigar bubble pendant lights made with translucent plastic polymer and marked with the correct (albe...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Steel, Wire

Herman Miller Vintage Iconic Bubble Lamp, George Nelson
Herman Miller Vintage Iconic Bubble Lamp, George Nelson

Herman Miller Vintage Iconic Bubble Lamp, George Nelson

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your pleasure: Iconic Mid Century Modern BUBBLE LAMP Herman Miller by George Nelson Measures: 7" H x 19" in diameter Original Weathered Vintage Condition. Please consult the i...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Plastic

Scarce early/ original George Nelson Hanging "Cigar Bubble  Lamp -
Scarce early/ original George Nelson Hanging "Cigar Bubble  Lamp -

Scarce early/ original George Nelson Hanging "Cigar Bubble Lamp -

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Original ,Vintage,, NOT NEW REPRODUCTION! .Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Bubble light will add a touch of softness and luminosity to any interior!

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

George Nelson for Howard Miller, Pair of Bubble Lamps
George Nelson for Howard Miller, Pair of Bubble Lamps

George Nelson for Howard Miller, Pair of Bubble Lamps

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage matching pair of hanging bubble lamps designed by George Nelson for Howard Miller. This shape in this size is currently not being reproduced and are fairly difficult to find....

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

Modernist Net Light circa 1959, George Nelson, Lucia Derespinis, Howard Miller
Modernist Net Light circa 1959, George Nelson, Lucia Derespinis, Howard Miller

Modernist Net Light circa 1959, George Nelson, Lucia Derespinis, Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Accessories included a walnut stack ring connector, ceiling canopy, and a suspension cord. 1959 Lucia DeRespinis, an associate at George Nelson's office.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

Rare early vintage production George Nelson Bubble lamp "Lantern" Howard Miller
Rare early vintage production George Nelson Bubble lamp "Lantern" Howard Miller

Rare early vintage production George Nelson Bubble lamp "Lantern" Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Amazing original early production suspension Bubble Lamp designed by George Nelson , manufactured by Howard Miller Clock Co..This one coined "Lantern".Wonderful original condition.Pu...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Stainless Steel

Rare Early Vintage Production George Nelson Bubble Lamp "Bell" Howard Miller
Rare Early Vintage Production George Nelson Bubble Lamp "Bell" Howard Miller

Rare Early Vintage Production George Nelson Bubble Lamp "Bell" Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Amazing original early production suspension Bubble Lamp designed by George Nelson , manufactured by Howard Miller Clock Co..This one coined "Bell".Wonderful original condition.Purch...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Stainless Steel

Rare Early Vintage Production George Nelson Bubble Lamp "Roll" Howard Miller
Rare Early Vintage Production George Nelson Bubble Lamp "Roll" Howard Miller

Rare Early Vintage Production George Nelson Bubble Lamp "Roll" Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Amazing original early production suspension Bubble Lamp designed by George Nelson , manufactured by Howard Miller Clock Co..This one coined "Roll".Wonderful original condition.Purch...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Stainless Steel

Rare Nimbus / Beehive Lamp by Nelson and Associates
Rare Nimbus / Beehive Lamp by Nelson and Associates

Rare Nimbus / Beehive Lamp by Nelson and Associates

By George Nelson

Located in Utrecht, NL

Very rare chandelier model NS808 / 'Nimbus' (also known as 'Beehive') by renowned George Nelson and Associates studio made for Nessen Lighting, designed in 1969 by Farid Iskander.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Aluminum, Chrome

Rare Original Three - Tiered Bubble Lamp by George Nelson for Howard Miller
Rare Original Three - Tiered Bubble Lamp by George Nelson for Howard Miller

Rare Original Three - Tiered Bubble Lamp by George Nelson for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Rare Original Three - Tiered Bubble Lamp by George Nelson for Howard Miller

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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Steel

1950's Original Early Nelson Pear Bubble Pendant Lamp by Howard Miller
1950's Original Early Nelson Pear Bubble Pendant Lamp by Howard Miller

1950's Original Early Nelson Pear Bubble Pendant Lamp by Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

A beautiful rare shape early production Pear shape , George Nelson Bubble Hanging Lamp circa 1950's nice patina original condition no tears original label needs to be hardwired , we ...

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20th Century American Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

Medium 'Cigar' Pendant Light
Medium 'Cigar' Pendant Light

Medium 'Cigar' Pendant Light

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H 20.87 in W 13 in D 13 in

Medium 'Cigar' Pendant Light

By George Nelson

Located in London, GB

By George Nelson. A waxed paper pendant light with brushed nickel ceiling plate, gallery and original flex, multiples available, original tooling by Herman Miller.

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1960s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Nickel

Large 'Cigar' Pendant Light
Large 'Cigar' Pendant Light

Large 'Cigar' Pendant Light

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H 32.68 in W 15.36 in D 15.36 in

Large 'Cigar' Pendant Light

By George Nelson

Located in London, GB

By George Nelson. A waxed paper pendant light with brushed nickel ceiling plate, gallery and original flex, multiples available, original tooling by Herman Miller.

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1960s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Nickel

George Nelson "Agar" Shade
George Nelson "Agar" Shade

George Nelson "Agar" Shade

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H 34 in W 15 in

George Nelson "Agar" Shade

Located in North Miami, FL

White George Nelson "Agar" shade from circa 1960's.

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1960s American Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

Rare Beehive Pendant By George Nelson Associates For Nessen
Rare Beehive Pendant By George Nelson Associates For Nessen

Rare Beehive Pendant By George Nelson Associates For Nessen

Located in Utrecht, NL

Rare 'Beehive' pendant from 1969 by George Nelson Associates for Nessen.

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1960s American Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Lucite

Mid-Century Modern Faceted Milk Glass Geometric Pendant Light
Mid-Century Modern Faceted Milk Glass Geometric Pendant Light

Mid-Century Modern Faceted Milk Glass Geometric Pendant Light

By George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Spectacular, Mid-Century Modern, 20 sided polygon, faceted milk glass, geometric form, pendant light with brass fitter is newly wired with 40 inches of brown cloth cord.  

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Multi-Faceted Milk Glass Pendant Light
Mid-Century Modern Multi-Faceted Milk Glass Pendant Light

Mid-Century Modern Multi-Faceted Milk Glass Pendant Light

By George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern, multifaceted, milk glass pendant light with brass is newly wired with 48 inches of brass chain to accept up to a 150 watt bulb.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Brass

Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Glamour Swag Pendant Lamp Pair
Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Glamour Swag Pendant Lamp Pair

Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Glamour Swag Pendant Lamp Pair

By George Nelson

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Enormous pair of 1960's swag pendant lamps. Stretched cloth over a steel frame with a scalloped brass cap. Shade with cap stand 28" tall X 16" wide with an approx. 12 foot long cha...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Brass

Brass Frame Capiz Shell Saucer Hanging Pendant Swag Lamp with Long Chain
Brass Frame Capiz Shell Saucer Hanging Pendant Swag Lamp with Long Chain

Brass Frame Capiz Shell Saucer Hanging Pendant Swag Lamp with Long Chain

By George Nelson

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Vintage saucer shaped capiz shell pendant light. The dramatic pendant light fixture mounts to the ceiling and hangs on a 15' long chain with cord. The luxurious lamp is made from thi...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal, Brass

George Nelson Hanging Fixture for Nessen
George Nelson Hanging Fixture for Nessen

George Nelson Hanging Fixture for Nessen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Perforated Chrome half-dome hanging fixture designed by George Nelson for Nessen

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1960s American Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Chrome

Leuchten, Germany. George Nelson, "Cocoon" ceiling lamp in resin. 1960s.
Leuchten, Germany. George Nelson, "Cocoon" ceiling lamp in resin. 1960s.

Leuchten, Germany. George Nelson, "Cocoon" ceiling lamp in resin. 1960s.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Leuchten, Germany. George Nelson, "Cocoon" ceiling lamp in resin. 1960s. In excellent condition with minor professional restoration. E27 bulb. D 46.0 x H 30.0 (including black top).

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1960s German Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Resin

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Atomic Oval Hanging Bubble Lamp
Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Atomic Oval Hanging Bubble Lamp

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Atomic Oval Hanging Bubble Lamp

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Atomic Oval Hanging Bubble Lamp George Nelson designed the first bubble lamps in 1947. These lamps, with their simple sculptural shapes, were ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

Midcentury Pendant Le Klint Style, Denmark, 1970s
Midcentury Pendant Le Klint Style, Denmark, 1970s

Midcentury Pendant Le Klint Style, Denmark, 1970s

By Kaare Klint, Le Klint, George Nelson

Located in Praha, CZ

- Rare model - Very nice style of lighting.

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Plastic

Danish Cocoon Pendant Lamp, 1950s
Danish Cocoon Pendant Lamp, 1950s

Danish Cocoon Pendant Lamp, 1950s

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H 9.06 in Dm 17.72 in

Danish Cocoon Pendant Lamp, 1950s

By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, George Nelson

Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län

Danish “cocoon” pendant lamp manufactured during the 1950s. Made from sprayed plastic with a mahogany fitting on top. Rewired.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

Cocoon Pendant Lamp
Cocoon Pendant Lamp

Cocoon Pendant Lamp

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H 10.24 in Dm 19.69 in

Cocoon Pendant Lamp

By Flos, Achille Castiglioni, George Nelson, Aloys F. Gangkofner, Kaare Klint

Located in München, DE

Very nice Cocoon pendant lamp from the 1960s. Wonderful and contemporary design. A highlight for every room. The unusual shape creates a particularly cozy light. Condition: ...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Metal

Midcentury Vintage Modern Plastic Spherical Hanging Lamp
Midcentury Vintage Modern Plastic Spherical Hanging Lamp

Midcentury Vintage Modern Plastic Spherical Hanging Lamp

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration: Modern spectacular hanging plastic lamp measures: 15" height x 17" in diameter original unrestored vintage condition. Please see the images.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Plastic

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Located in Sharon, CT

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By Poul Henningsen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage George Nelson Pendant

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Gorgeous Cocoon Large Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp by GOLDKANT, 1960s, Germany
Gorgeous Cocoon Large Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp by GOLDKANT, 1960s, Germany

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By Goldkant Leuchten

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Gorgeous Cocoon Large Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp by GOLDKANT, 1960s, Germany Brass Hardware Lampshade is in great vintage condition. This lamp works with 3x E14 light bulbs. Wired a...

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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.