Art Deco Carved Alabaster Hanging Pendant Light
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
hanging ceiling light made from solid alabaster. Carved to a dish form and with beaded detailing around
Alabaster
1960s Danish Polished Chrome and Serrated Glass 3-Shade Ceiling Hanging Light
Located in London, England
1960s Danish mid century triple glass shade hanging ceiling light. The glass shades diffuse the
Chrome
1960s Modernist Space Age Swedish Hans-Agne Jakobsson Orange Hanging Light
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in London, England
An unusual, space-age, modernist, hanging ceiling light. Designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson during the
Metal
Spanish Mid-20th Century Sunburst Ceiling Light in Gold and Bronze Color
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish mid-century sunburst shaped hanging ceiling light. This Spanish ceiling light from the
Metal
1970s Doria Globe Hanging Light and Pair of Table Lamps
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in London, England
Hanging Ceiling Light: Total Height 90cm, Diameter of the globe: 30cm Table lamps: Height 32cm. Diameter
Chrome, Wire
1970s German Doria Leuchten Amber Glass Globe & Brass Ceiling Hanging Light
By Mazzega, Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in London, England
ceiling light. The clear glass has a hint of amber which is more pronounced where the six lightening
Metal, Brass
1970s Nylon and Perspex Ceiling Hanging Light Lamp by Paul Secon for Sompex
By Sompex, Paul Secon
Located in London, England
1970s German space age nylon, Perspex and chrome 'fishing line' pendant, hanging, ceiling light
Metal, Wire
Mid Century Vintage Opaline Glass and Chrome Pendant Light Fitting, c. 1970s
Located in Bristol, GB
VIntage hanging ceiling light fitting Chunky, simple silhouette of a straight opaline glass shade
Chrome
Sold|$1,800
Artemide "Miconos" Glass Pendant Lamps, Pair
By Artemide
Located in Astoria, NY
. Keywords: Lighting, Hanging ceiling light, Pendant lamp, Chrome, Orb, Artemide E. Gismondi, Designer
Glass
Vintage Danish Tiered Brass Pendant Lamp from Jeka, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Large (Measure: D 51 cm) tiered hanging ceiling light with suspension system, flexible spiral
Aluminum
1970s Kalmar Murano Glass Chrome Handkerchief Pendant Light
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in London, England
Murano hand blown 'handkerchief' glass hanging ceiling light. The light was manufactured by Kalmar
Metal, Chrome, Wire
1970s French Nylon and Perspex Sompex Pendant Light Designed by Paul Secon
By Paul Secon, Sompex
Located in London, England
1970s German futuristic nylon, perspex, brass and chrome 'fishing line' pendant, hanging, ceiling
Metal, Brass, Chrome, Wire
1970s Italian Vistosi Style Two-Tier Hanging Glass Disc and Chrome Chandelier
By Vistosi
Located in London, England
1970s Italian two-tier hanging ceiling light or chandelier in the Vistosi style. The hand blown
Metal, Chrome
1970s Italian Vistosi Style Hanging Hand Blown Glass Disc and Brass Chandelier
By Vistosi
Located in London, England
1970s Italian three-tier hanging ceiling light or chandelier in the style of Vistosi. The hand
Brass
1970s Kalmar Lighting Murano Glass Handkerchief Pendant Light by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in London, England
Murano hand blown 'handkerchief' glass hanging ceiling light. The light was manufactured by Kalmar
Metal, Brass, Wire
1970s Space Age German Cascading White Shade Hanging Light by Leclair & Schäfer
By Leclaire & Schäfer
Located in London, England
An unusual space-age 1970s German four cascading shade and chrome hanging ceiling light
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
1970s German Honsel Leuchten Space Age 5-Shade Polished Chrome Pendant Light
By Honsel
Located in London, England
1970s Space Age, UFO shaped, German hanging ceiling light with five cascading chrome shades each
Metal, Chrome
1970s German Sompex Nylon Thread and Perspex Pendant Ceiling Lamp by Paul Secon
By Sompex, Paul Secon
Located in London, England
1970s German space age nylon, perspex and chrome 'fishing line' pendant, hanging, ceiling light
Chrome
Vintage Glass Holophane Ceiling Pendant Hanging Lamp, Light
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage glass Holophane ceiling pendant, hanging lamp, light. Pole is supplied and is cut to your
Metal
Austrian 70's Flush/Hanging Glass Ceiling Light
Located in New York, NY
A luxurious "high-style" 1970's glass and brass Austrian flush or hanging pendant light. 19 thick
Brass
Vintage Industrial Hanging / Ceiling Milk Glass Lamp / Light
Located in Oakville, CT
Hanging Milk Glass Lamp / Light with Three Bulbs. Shade Diameter is 15 1/2".
Milk Glass
Mid Century Modern Double Hanging Teak Ceiling Light
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Mid-Century Modern Danish teak and orange fabric hanging double light. Total height from bottom of
Fabric, Teak
1970s German Limburg Opalescent "Flower" Hanging Pendant Ceiling Light
By Limburg
Located in London, England
1970s German Limburg opalescent pendant ceiling hanging light formed in the shape of an eight leaf
Wire
Mid-Century Modern Hanging Teak Ceiling Light with Large Fabric Shade
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Mid-Century Modern hanging teak ceiling light with large fabric shade. Shade is 21 inches in
Fabric, Teak
Large Pair, Vintage Opaline Hanging Lamps, Milk Glass, Ceiling Light, Industrial
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large pair of vintage opaline hanging lamps. An English, milk glass ceiling light of
Opaline Glass
20th Century Green Italian Hanging Brass Lantern, Ceiling Light by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A small green, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian hanging lantern, ceiling light made of hand
Metal, Brass
Large Vintage Industrial Metal Hanging Factory Ceiling Light or Floor Lamp
Located in London, England
A large vintage industrial hanging factory lamp. The light hangs from a brass hook and swivels
Metal, Brass
1960s Kaiser Leuchten Murano Frosted Glass and Chrome Ceiling Hanging Light
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in London, England
blown glass ceiling pendant light. The four semicircular, sculptural glass shades, are fixed to a
Metal, Chrome
1970s Mid Century Swedish Round Chrome and Cut-Glass Ceiling Hanging Light
Located in London, England
A stylish Swedish ceiling light, circa 1970. The outer surround is made of triangular-shaped, cut
Chrome
1960s Hans Agnes Jakobsson Attributed Pine Table Lamp or Ceiling Hanging Light
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
This 1960s lamp can be used as a table lamp or can be hung from a ceiling. Made from Oregon pine
Pine
Saturno hanging lamp ceiling light by Kazuo Motozawa for Staff, 1970s model 5635
By Kazuo Motozawa, Staff Leuchten
Located in Berlin, DE
ceiling light was designed in the 1970s for the renowned manufacturer Staff. Condition: Good used
Metal
Vintage Danish Modern Lamp by Form Light
By Form Light
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century Danish / Scandinavian Modern hanging lamp / ceiling lamp / pendant
Metal
Sold|$298 / item
Industrial Aluminium Hanging Tube Light, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
glass The light is converted into one Led T8, 60 cm light tube. The light can be used as a hanging light
Aluminum
Sold|$238 / item
Industrial Aluminium Hanging Tube Light, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
supplied with the light. The light can be used as a hanging light,wall light or ceiling light. It can be
Aluminum
1970s Sciolari Abstract Chrome Ceiling Light
By Gaetano Sciolari, Sciolari Lighting
Located in London, England
1970s Gaetano Sciolari abstract chrome ceiling hanging light. Each of the twelve sculptured shades
Metal, Chrome
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
60's "High Style" Flush Ceiling / Pendant Light
By Kinkeldey
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Austrian flush ceiling light or hanging pendant composed of heavy, thick faceted
Chrome
Vintage Industrial Three-Bulb Glass Holophane Pendant Hanging Light
Located in Oakville, CT
Glass and metal vintage holophane hanging pendant ceiling light, lamp. Three bulb housing. Pole
1970s Sciolari Chrome & Glass Cubic Abstract Hanging Light Chandelier
By Gaetano Sciolari, Sciolari Lighting
Located in London, England
1970s Italian abstract cubic ceiling hanging light designed by Gaetano Sciolari. The staggered
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
1970s, German Doria Leuchten Bubbled Clear Glass Suspended Hanging Light
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in London, England
1970s German Doria Leuchten bubbled flask-shaped ceiling hanging light. The suspended glass shade
Metal, Chrome
1980s Mario Botta Triangular Suspended Hanging Pendant Light for Artemide
By Mario Botta, Artemide
Located in London, England
1980s Italian inverted suspended triangular hanging ceiling pendant light designed by Swiss born
Metal, Aluminum
Antique Arts & Crafts Brass & Glass Four-Light Hanging Fixture, Circa 1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts ceiling mount hanging light fixture offers brass construction with central
Brass
1960s Doria Leuchten Tubular Glass and Brass Pendant Hanging Light Chandelier
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in London, England
Midcentury circular hanging pendant ceiling light manufactured by Doria Leuchten in Germany during
Crystal, Metal, Brass
1950s Swedish Circular Brass Ceiling Light with Walnut Frame & Decorative Discs
Located in London, England
An elegant 1950s Swedish ceiling hanging light. The light is fitted with a long brass chain which
Brass
1960s Swedish Molded Prism Glass and Antiqued Brass Rectangular Ceiling Light
Located in London, England
1960s mid century Swedish rectangular ceiling hanging light decorated with 20 moulded prism glass
Metal, Brass
rare "POMONA" Ceiling Light by Wilhelm Wagenfeld, Peill + Putzler, Germany, 1950
By Peill & Putzler, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: glass and brass ceiling light model "POMONA" Design: Wilhelm Wagenfeld Producer
Brass
1960s Czech Zukov 3-Shade Black & White Milky Glass Cascading Hanging Light
By Zukov
Located in London, England
1960s Czech three-shade cascading ceiling hanging light. Each thick glass shade is hand-painted in
Chrome
Cocoon Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s
By Goldkant Leuchten, Friedel Wauer
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Cocoon Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s Cocoon lamp, design
Metal
Sold|$5,600
Huge 36 Light Brass Chandelier
Located in Stamford, CT
Spectacular, huge brass chandelier. Can be used as a hanging light or a ceiling mounted light
Sold|$3,800
Sciolari "Space Age" 70s Flush Light/Pendant
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in New York, NY
A great 1970s polished chrome flush ceiling light with hanging glass orbs and five smoked glass
Chrome
Yellow Butterscotch Cased Murano Glass Pendant Light
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Single Murano Italian cased glass ribbed hanging ceiling pendant light, in a yellow butterscotch
Brass
Vintage Danish Modern Lamp by Design Light
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century Danish / Scandinavian Modern hanging lamp / ceiling lamp / pendant
Metal
Vintage Danish Modern Lamp by Dana Light
By Danalight
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century Danish / Scandinavian Modern hanging lamp / ceiling lamp / pendant
Metal
1960s Doria Leuchten Tubular Glass and Brass Pendant Light
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in London, England
Midcentury circular hanging pendant ceiling light manufactured by Doria Leuchten in Germany during
Crystal, Metal, Brass
1970s German Peill & Pützler Grey Glass & Chrome Bell Shaped Pendant Light
By Peill & Putzler
Located in London, England
A stunning 1970s Modernist German Peill & Pützler bell-shaped hanging ceiling glass pendant light
Metal, Chrome
1970s German Peill & Pützler Style Feather Waved Glass & Chrome Pendant Light
By Peill & Putzler
Located in London, England
A beautiful and very unusual 1970s German waved hanging ceiling glass pendant light attributed to
Metal, Chrome
Sold|$1,250
Moroccan Lantern
Located in Sheffield, MA
Brass hanging lantern. Keywords: Ceiling light, chandelier.
Brass
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.
Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
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